Description
The Chord CAL63-BK is a traditionally styled standard electric guitar built for players who want a familiar, versatile instrument at an affordable price. It carries three single coil pickups paired with a 5-way lever selector, so you can move between bright, cutting tones and warmer, rounded voices with a single flick. Two tone controls and a master volume let you shape the sound to suit the song, whether you are learning at home or playing out.
The contoured basswood body sits comfortably against you, and the bolt-on maple neck gives that classic feel through 22 medium frets. You get a choice of HPL rosewood or maple fingerboard, both across a 648mm scale length with a 42mm nut width. The vintage style vibrato bridge (known as a tremolo or whammy to some players) adds pitch movement when you want it, and the chrome hardware includes 6-a-side closed gear button tuning machine heads for steady tuning.
We like this guitar for its balance of price and playability. At 3.84kg it is easy to handle for long sessions, and the traditional body shape keeps everything where your hands expect it. All the woods come from sustainable sources, so you can play with a clear conscience. If you want a dependable single coil guitar that covers a lot of ground without a big outlay, the CAL63-BK is a sensible starting point.
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
What pickups does the CAL63-BK use?
It has three single coil pickups controlled by a 5-way lever selector, two tone controls and a master volume.
Can I choose the fingerboard wood?
Yes, the maple neck comes with a choice of HPL rosewood or maple fingerboard.
Does it have a vibrato bridge?
It does. The chrome vintage style vibrato bridge (also called a tremolo) lets you add pitch movement while you play.
What is the scale length and nut width?
The scale length is 648mm and the nut width is 42mm, with 22 medium frets across the neck.
How heavy is the guitar?
It weighs 3.84kg, which keeps it manageable for longer playing sessions.
Is this a good guitar for beginners?
Yes. It is affordable and versatile, with familiar controls and body styling that suit players who are learning as well as those after a spare instrument.