Description
The Chord CAL63 in Arctic White is a traditionally styled standard electric guitar built for players who want a familiar, versatile instrument at a sensible price. It carries three single coil pickups wired to a 5-way lever selector, giving you a wide spread of tones from bright and cutting to warmer, rounder sounds. Two tone controls and a master volume let you shape things further, so you can dial in what suits the song without much fuss.
The body is contoured basswood with a bolt-on maple neck, a combination that keeps the weight down to 3.84kg and the overall feel comfortable through a long session. The 22 medium frets sit on a choice of HPL rosewood or maple fingerboard, and the scale length is 648mm with a 42mm nut width. Tuning is handled by 6-a-side chrome closed gear machine heads, and the vintage style chrome vibrato bridge (also known as a tremolo, or trem) lets you add pitch movement when you want it.
We think this is a solid choice for beginners and anyone after a dependable second guitar. The traditional body styling means it works across most styles, from clean rhythm parts to fuller lead lines. All woods are drawn from sustainable sources, which matters to us and may matter to you too. Set up well, the CAL63 gives you a reliable playing platform that leaves room to grow. It measures 330 x 995 x 60mm, so it fits standard cases and stands without trouble.
Specification
| Controls |
2 tone, 1 volume, 5-way selector |
| Construction |
Contoured body, bolt-on neck |
| Body |
Basswood |
| Neck |
Maple |
| Scale length |
648mm |
| Pickups |
3 single coil |
| Hardware |
Chrome vintage style vibrato bridge |
| Tuning machine heads |
6-a-side chrome button closed gear |
| Frets |
22 medium |
| Nut width |
42mm |
| Dimensions |
330mm x 995mm x 60mm |
| Weight |
3.84KG |
Frequently Asked
How many pickups does the CAL63 have?
It has three single coil pickups, selected via a 5-way lever switch for a broad range of tones.
What fingerboard options are available?
You can choose between an HPL rosewood or a maple fingerboard, both fitted with 22 medium frets.
Does it have a vibrato system?
Yes, it uses a chrome vintage style vibrato bridge, sometimes called a tremolo, for pitch movement.
What is the scale length and nut width?
The scale length is 648mm and the nut width is 42mm, both standard measurements for this style of guitar.
Is this guitar suitable for beginners?
Yes. It is an affordable, versatile guitar with traditional styling that works well for new players and as a spare.
How heavy is the CAL63?
It weighs 3.84kg, thanks to the contoured basswood body, so it stays comfortable over longer sessions.