Furch Violet Deluxe DC-EM VTC

The Furch Violet Deluxe DC-EM VTC is a six-string electro-acoustic guitar that combines fully solid construction with a design specifically crafted for comfort and a balanced acoustic response. Its Dreadnought body with cutaway features a solid A-grade Engelmann spruce top and solid African mahogany back and sides, a combination that provides a full sound, warm mids, defined highs, and good dynamic response. Thanks to its body dimensions, it offers generous projection and a particularly interesting response for strumming, picking techniques, and accompaniment, without sacrificing the clarity needed for playing arpeggios and melodic passages.

The soundboard undergoes the individual acoustic tuning process developed by Furch, through which its vibration properties are worked on to achieve a balanced sound response. This is complemented by the Open-Pore Finish, which allows the natural texture of the wood to remain visible and perceptible while using a light protective layer to enhance its resonance. The guitar features a natural and understated aesthetic, with black detailing on the bindings, rosette, and pickguard, offering an elegant appearance without resorting to unnecessary decorative elements.

One of the standout features of the Furch Violet Deluxe is its ergonomic Bevel Duo system, consisting of two integrated contours on the body. The first is located where the right forearm rests, while the second is on the back, where the guitar contacts the player's body. These contours soften the contact areas and reduce pressure during play, which is especially appreciated in a Dreadnought-sized guitar. The Deluxe version also includes the Booster Soundport, an acoustic opening located on the upper side of the body that directs part of the sound towards the guitarist, allowing them to hear the nuances of their own playing more clearly.

• Type: 6-string electro-acoustic guitar
• Brand: Furch
• Series: Violet Deluxe
• Body shape: Dreadnought with cutaway (DC)
• Construction: Fully solid woods
• Top: Solid A-grade Engelmann spruce
• Back and sides: Solid African mahogany
• Soundboard with individual acoustic tuning by Furch
• Ergonomic Bevel Duo system with contours on the top and back of the body
• Booster Soundport: Side acoustic opening oriented towards the guitarist
• Neck joint: 14th fret
• Body finish: Open-Pore Finish
• Color: Natural
• Body bindings: Black
• Rosette: Black with white line
• Pickguard: Black with transparent extension towards the soundhole
• Bridge: Brankowood
• Bridge pins: Black plastic
• Saddle: TUSQ black fully compensated
• String spacing at the bridge: 55 mm
• Neck: African mahogany
• Neck profile: Furch Soft V
• Neck joint and stabilization system: Furch CNR System Active
• Neck reinforcement: Double-action truss rod reinforced with carbon
• Automatic compensation system for humidity changes to maintain more stable action
• Scale length: 650 mm
• Fingerboard: Brankowood
• Fingerboard radius: 400 mm
• Number of frets: 20
• Side inlays: Linear position markers in mother-of-pearl white
• Nut: TUSQ black
• Nut width: 45 mm
• String spacing at the nut: 38 mm
• Tuners: Furch Machine Chrome
• Tuner gear ratio: 1:15
• Neck finish: Open-Pore Finish
• Electronics: LR Baggs Element Active System VTC
• Pickup: Piezo system under the saddle
• Active preamp installed inside the body
• Volume and tone controls located on the guitar's soundhole
• Output for connection to acoustic amplifier, mixing console, or audio interface
• Factory strings: D'Addario XS Phosphor Bronze 012-053
• Includes high-protection Furch gig bag
• Made in the Czech Republic

Furch CNR System

The CNR (Composite Neck Reinforcement) system is a technology developed by Furch to enhance the stability of the neck on its guitars. It combines an adjustable double-action truss rod, a carbon fiber reinforcement, and a reinforced joint between the neck and body. This construction reduces deformations caused by string tension and humidity changes, allowing for a more stable setup and greater playing comfort.

About the Violet Deluxe Series

The Violet Deluxe series from Furch is based on the fully solid construction characteristic of the Violet family and adds features aimed at enhancing the comfort and acoustic experience for the guitarist. Notable are the ergonomic Bevel Duo contours, the individual acoustic tuning of the top, and the CNR Active neck reinforcement system. The current generation also incorporates the Booster Soundport, which allows the player to hear part of the instrument's resonance directly from its side. All of this is combined with a natural aesthetic featuring dark details, open-pore finishes, and a selection of materials designed to provide a balanced acoustic response and a comfortable playing experience.

Our Opinion

The Furch Violet Deluxe DC-EM VTC seems to us a very interesting guitar for those seeking the wide, full sound of a Dreadnought but want something more comfortable than what this format usually offers. The combination of Engelmann spruce and African mahogany is a choice we particularly like for accompaniment, strumming, and acoustic styles where we seek warmth and good definition between notes. We also believe it can work very well for guitarists who accompany their voice, as it offers a fairly versatile response.

For us, one of its main attractions lies in the Deluxe design. The Bevel Duo contours are especially interesting in a guitar of this size because they soften the areas where the arm and body usually rest. It’s one of those features that may go unnoticed in a technical sheet, but are appreciated after playing for a while. The Booster Soundport also seems like a useful addition, especially for those who enjoy playing without amplification and want to hear more clearly what they are doing.

Another aspect we value is the CNR Active system. It doesn’t mean the guitar will never need adjustments, but it does incorporate an interesting construction solution to reduce the effects that environmental changes can have on the neck. This is complemented by the LR Baggs VTC electronics, which offer a simple way to amplify the guitar without large controls installed on the side. It’s not the most comprehensive system if we need advanced equalization from the instrument itself, but for playing live with a good acoustic amplifier or mixing console, we find it a practical option.

We would especially recommend this Furch to guitarists who already have some experience and are looking for an acoustic guitar to play for many years, both at home and in rehearsals, recordings, or performances. However, while its contours improve comfort, it is still a Dreadnought and maintains the dimensions typical of this body type. Anyone preferring a smaller guitar for fingerstyle or for playing seated should also consider a Grand Auditorium or OM format. In its domain, we believe the Violet Deluxe DC-EM VTC combines a very attractive mix of sound, comfort, and construction.