This 2011 McPherson MG 3.5 is a powerhouse of modern acoustic engineering. Built with Flamed Walnut back and sides and an Engelmann Spruce top, this guitar offers exceptional clarity and focus with a touch-sensitive response that rewards both fingerstyle nuance and dynamic flatpicking.
The Engelmann top lends warmth and openness, perfect for players who prefer a lighter attack with maximum return. The Walnut body brings articulate mids and a clean, defined bass that gives each note shape and presence. The result is a voice that is balanced, quick to respond, and effortlessly musical.
This MG 3.5 features McPherson’s signature offset soundhole and cantilevered fingerboard, freeing up the top for enhanced vibration and projection. The soft V neck profile sits easily in the hand and makes extended play a joy. With the elevated fingerboard, upper fret access is smooth and precise.
Outfitted with an L.R. Baggs Element pickup system, this guitar is equally at home on stage or in the studio—plug in and go with confidence. Whether you’re composing, recording, or performing, this MG 3.5 is a versatile and inspiring companion.
A deeply resonant, articulate instrument that pushes air with authority and speaks with a voice all its own.
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I’ve had the pleasure of playing many McPhersons over the years, and this 2011 MG 3.5 is a standout. The Flamed Walnut back and sides give it that punchy, articulate character I love, while the Engelmann Spruce top adds just the right touch of warmth and responsiveness—it’s a tonewood pairing that really shines with age, and this one’s had time to open up beautifully. 
This guitar feels solid in hand and on the leg, plus McPherson's trademark V neck for a quick lefthand feel. Notes roll out of the offset soundhole with the precise flavor of arrow-straight projection and clarity. Moreover, I'm getting a sweet boost to the woody Walnut qualities with a lighter fingerstyle approach that really warms up the voice when played this way. 1 in stock
| Scale Length | 25.5 in |
|---|---|
| Nut Width | 1.75 in |
| String Spacing | 2.188 in |
| Woods | Spruce - Engelmann, Walnut |
This 2011 McPherson MG 3.5 is a powerhouse of modern acoustic engineering. Built with Flamed Walnut back and sides and an Engelmann Spruce top, this guitar offers exceptional clarity and focus with a touch-sensitive response that rewards both fingerstyle nuance and dynamic flatpicking
I’ve had the pleasure of playing many McPhersons over the years, and this 2011 MG 3.5 is a standout. The Flamed Walnut back and sides give it that punchy, articulate character I love, while the Engelmann Spruce top adds just the right touch of warmth and responsiveness—it’s a tonewood pairing that really shines with age, and this one’s had time to open up beautifully.
This guitar feels solid in hand and on the leg, plus McPherson's trademark V neck for a quick lefthand feel. Notes roll out of the offset soundhole with the precise flavor of arrow-straight projection and clarity Select at least 2 products
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