Experience vintage tone from day one with the Cort Gold-A8, a flagship model from Cort’s celebrated Gold Series. Its standout feature is the Aged to Vintage (ATV) treated solid Sitka spruce top, which replicates the open, matured tonal character of a decades-old instrument. This torrefaction process delivers a big, bright tone with a natural warmth and a strong midrange — all without the years of waiting.
The top is paired with solid Pau Ferro back and sides, a tonewood known for its strength, sustain, and tonal profile similar to Indian rosewood. Together, they produce a sound that’s articulate, warm, and balanced across all frequencies.
The Auditorium-sized body with cutaway makes the Gold-A8 versatile for strummers and fingerstylists alike, while a UV-cured gloss finish protects the instrument and enhances its acoustic performance. Onboard electronics are powered by the Fishman Flex Blend system, offering a blend of undersaddle pickup and condenser mic tones, a built-in tuner, and intuitive controls — ideal for both live performance and studio recording.
Features
ATV-treated solid Sitka spruce top simulates the aged tone of a vintage guitar
Solid Pau Ferro back and sides for a deep, warm, and well-balanced tonal palette
Auditorium cutaway body delivers comfort and versatility for all playing styles
Fishman Flex Blend electronics with mic/piezo blend, EQ, and built-in tuner
UV-cured gloss finish enhances resonance and durability
Deluxe hardshell case included
Specs
Type
Acoustic/Electric
Colour
Natural Gloss
Orientation
Right-handed
Number of Strings
6
Body Shape
Grand Auditorium
Body Material
Torrefied Solid Sitka Spruce Top, Solid Pau Ferro Back & Sides
Body Finish
Gloss
Neck Material
Walnut Reinforced Mahogany
Neck Shape
Comfort C Shape
Neck Finish
Satin
Fretboard Material
Ebony
Number of Frets
20
Fretboard Inlays
Gold Custom Inlay
Fret Size
2.4mm Width with Edge Treatment
Fretboard Radius
15.75″ (R400)
Nut Material
Genuine Bone
Nut Width
1 3/4″ (44.5mm)
Pickups
Fishman® Flex Blend
Controls
Integrated onboard controls with Blend
Bridge
Ebony with Genuine Bone Saddle
Tuners
Deluxe Vintage Gold
Strings
Elixir® Phosphor Bronze Nanoweb Light 12-53
Case/ Bag
Cort Premium Gigbag
Brand:CortCategory:Acoustic GuitarsSKU:C12230Tags:Body Shape:Cutaway, Body Shape:Grand Auditorium, Case:Bag Included, Category:Acoustic/Electric, Colour:Natural, Number of Strings:6, Orientation:Right Handed, Skill:Intermediate