Furch Blue Performance Series DC-EW A Electro-Acoustic Guitar, (Nearly New)

The Furch Blue Performance Series DC-EW A is a premium all-solid electro-acoustic guitar designed for players who want refined craftsmanship, rich acoustic tone and modern stage-ready performance. Handcrafted in the Czech Republic, this model combines a Dreadnought Cutaway body, solid Engelmann spruce top, solid black walnut back and sides, Bevel Duo ergonomics, Booster Soundport and LR Baggs EAS-VTC electronics.

This example is listed in Mint condition, meaning it is virtually indistinguishable from new and presents as an exceptionally clean instrument.

Supplied with a high-protection gigbag, this is a superb choice for singer-songwriters, acoustic performers, recording musicians and players looking for a comfortable, resonant and professional-grade Furch electro-acoustic.

At A Glance

Key Detail	Information
Brand	Furch
Model	Blue Performance Series DC-EW A
Type	Electro-Acoustic Guitar
Body Shape	Dreadnought Cutaway
Top	Solid Engelmann Spruce
Back & Sides	Solid Black Walnut
Neck	African Mahogany
Fingerboard	Ebony
Electronics	LR Baggs EAS-VTC
Condition	Mint Condition
Included	High-Protection Gigbag
Main Appeal	All-solid Furch electro-acoustic with Bevel Duo comfort and LR Baggs electronics
Best For	Singer-songwriters, recording, live performance, acoustic rock, folk, country and premium acoustic playing
Skill Level	Intermediate to professional

Condition Overview

Mint Condition

This Furch Blue Performance Series DC-EW A is in Mint condition. This means it is virtually indistinguishable from new, with no notable signs of previous use supplied for this listing.

Mint condition is ideal for players who want the confidence of a near-new instrument with premium pre-owned value.

What’s Included?

✔ Furch Blue Performance Series DC-EW A Electro-Acoustic Guitar
✔ High-Protection Gigbag

✘ No Additional Accessories Included

Condition Notes

This guitar presents in Mint condition, with no notable cosmetic wear, faults, repairs or modifications supplied for this listing.

The guitar has been checked for playability and functionality before sale.

Fair Deal Inspection & Assessment

This Furch Blue Performance Series DC-EW A has been inspected and assessed by the Fair Deal Music team before being offered for sale.

Our checks include:

• Body inspected
• Solid Engelmann spruce top checked
• Solid black walnut back and sides checked
• Bevel Duo areas checked
• Booster Soundport checked
• Neck condition assessed
• Frets inspected
• Ebony fingerboard checked
• Ebony bridge checked
• Nut and saddle checked
• Tuners checked
• String height assessed
• Acoustic response checked
• LR Baggs EAS-VTC electronics tested
• Output jack tested
• Gigbag checked for basic usability
• General playability assessed

Service / Setup Work

All acoustic guitars at Fair Deal Music are checked before leaving the shop.

This Furch Blue Performance Series DC-EW A has been assessed for playability, with the following checked:

• Action checked
• Neck relief checked
• Frets inspected
• Tuning stability checked
• Bridge and saddle checked
• Electronics tested
• Acoustic response assessed
• Overall playing comfort checked

Please note that acoustic guitar setup can sometimes shift slightly during delivery due to changes in temperature and humidity. We take this into account during our checks, but wood can naturally move in transit.

Why Choose The Furch Blue Performance Series DC-EW A?

Premium All-Solid Construction

The Blue Performance Series DC-EW A uses all-solid tonewoods, with a solid Engelmann spruce top and solid black walnut back and sides. This gives the guitar a rich, responsive and dynamic acoustic voice that will appeal to players who value natural resonance and long-term tonal depth.

Engelmann Spruce Top

Engelmann spruce is known for its responsive feel, clear high end and dynamic touch sensitivity. It reacts beautifully to both lighter playing and more expressive strumming, making it ideal for players who want an acoustic that feels alive under the fingers.

Solid Black Walnut Back And Sides

Black walnut gives this guitar a balanced voice with warmth, clarity and strong projection. It sits nicely between traditional mahogany-style focus and rosewood-style depth, making it highly versatile for modern acoustic playing.

Dreadnought Cutaway Body

The Dreadnought Cutaway body gives the guitar strong projection, depth and presence while still allowing easier access to the upper frets. It is a practical shape for singer-songwriters, rhythm players and performers who also need lead or melodic access higher up the neck.

Bevel Duo Comfort

Furch’s Bevel Duo design adds comfort at both the forearm and rib positions. This makes the guitar feel more refined during long writing sessions, live sets or extended practice time.

Booster Soundport

The side-mounted Booster Soundport helps enhance the playing experience by directing more of the guitar’s acoustic voice toward the player. This can make the guitar feel more immediate and inspiring when played unplugged.

LR Baggs EAS-VTC Electronics

The installed LR Baggs EAS-VTC system makes this guitar ready for live performance, recording and amplified acoustic use. It is a practical choice for players who need a natural acoustic tone through a PA, acoustic amp or recording interface.

High-Protection Gigbag Included

The included high-protection gigbag makes this a practical instrument for transport, rehearsals, gigs and safe storage at home.

Comparison Against Popular Alternatives

Furch Blue Performance DC-EW A vs Furch Blue Deluxe

The Blue Deluxe models offer excellent Furch build quality, while the Blue Performance Series adds additional ergonomic and performance-focused features such as Bevel Duo comfort and Booster Soundport design.

Furch Blue Performance DC-EW A vs Martin Dreadnought

A Martin dreadnought is often known for strong traditional projection and heritage voicing. The Furch DC-EW A offers a more modern ergonomic playing experience, with black walnut tonewoods, Bevel Duo comfort and stage-ready LR Baggs electronics.

Furch Blue Performance DC-EW A vs Taylor Grand Auditorium

A Taylor Grand Auditorium often delivers a bright, polished and highly articulate sound. The Furch Blue Performance DC-EW A offers a broader dreadnought-style voice with a warmer walnut character and a boutique European build feel.

Furch Blue Performance DC-EW A vs Standard Electro-Acoustic Guitar

Many standard electro-acoustics use laminated back and sides or simpler electronics. This Furch offers all-solid construction, premium hardware, ergonomic bevels and high-quality onboard electronics, making it a more serious choice for committed players.

Who Is It For?

Singer-Songwriters

The balanced voice, strong projection and stage-ready electronics make this a superb choice for vocal accompaniment and songwriting.

Live Acoustic Performers

The LR Baggs EAS-VTC electronics make it practical for amplified acoustic sets, worship performance, acoustic nights and full-band use.

Recording Musicians

The all-solid construction and responsive tonewoods make it a strong recording guitar, especially when a clear, detailed and natural acoustic voice is needed.

Players Wanting Premium Comfort

The Bevel Duo design makes this a great option for players who want a more comfortable acoustic guitar for long sessions.

Furch Fans And Serious Acoustic Players

Players who appreciate boutique-style craftsmanship, European acoustic guitar building and refined tonewoods will find plenty to enjoy here.

Suitable Genres And Uses

This Furch Blue Performance Series DC-EW A is well suited to:

• Singer-songwriter performance
• Folk
• Country
• Americana
• Acoustic rock
• Blues
• Worship music
• Studio recording
• Live performance
• Strumming
• Flatpicking
• Fingerstyle
• Open tunings
• Acoustic solo sets
• Premium electro-acoustic performance
• Players wanting a comfortable all-solid acoustic guitar

Educational Section: Why Choose An All-Solid Furch Electro-Acoustic?

An all-solid electro-acoustic guitar is a strong choice for players who want a more responsive, dynamic and expressive instrument. Solid tonewoods tend to vibrate more freely than laminated woods, helping produce a richer and more detailed acoustic voice.

The Furch Blue Performance Series DC-EW A adds modern comfort and practicality to that foundation. The Engelmann spruce top gives the guitar sensitivity and clarity, while the black walnut back and sides add warmth, balance and projection. The Bevel Duo system improves comfort, and the LR Baggs electronics make the guitar ready for stage and studio use.

For players who want one premium acoustic that can handle writing, recording and live performance, this Furch is a very strong choice.

Looking for advice on choosing the right Furch guitar, premium acoustic or electro-acoustic instrument? Our experienced team of musicians can help by phone, online or in-store.

Story & Context: Furch Blue Performance Series

Furch is known for building high-quality acoustic guitars with a focus on tonewoods, craftsmanship and modern acoustic innovation. The Blue Series is designed to offer all-solid construction and professional tone at a strong value point within the Furch range.

The Performance models add extra player-focused features, including ergonomic shaping and enhanced acoustic projection for a more comfortable and inspiring playing experience.

This Blue Performance Series DC-EW A combines premium materials, modern design and practical live-ready electronics, making it a serious acoustic guitar for players who want comfort, clarity and professional usability.

Technical Specifications

Specification	Details
Product Type	Electro-Acoustic Guitar
Brand	Furch
Series	Blue Performance Series
Model	DC-EW A / Dc-EW A EAS-VTC
Body Shape	Dreadnought Cutaway
Body Ergonomics	Bevel Duo
Booster Soundport	Side-Mounted Booster Soundport
Top	Solid Engelmann Spruce, AA Grade
Back & Sides	Solid Black Walnut, A Grade
Binding	Black
Rosette	Ring with Black and White Lines and Black Walnut Inlay
Bridge	Ebony
Bridge Pins	Ebony
Saddle	Fully Compensated TUSQ
Bridge String Spacing	55mm
Top Finish	Open-Pore Finish
Back & Sides Finish	Open-Pore Finish
Neck Material	African Mahogany
Neck Profile	Furch Soft V
Neck Joint	CNR System Active
Neck Reinforcement	Carbon Reinforced Truss Rod with Two-Way Adjustment
Fingerboard Material	Ebony
Fingerboard Radius	400mm
Scale Length	650mm
Nut Material	Black TUSQ
Nut Width	45mm
Nut String Spacing	38mm
Frets	Brushed Fret Finish
Headstock Overlay	Ebony
Machine Heads	Furch Machine Chrome, 1:18 Ratio
Electronics	LR Baggs EAS-VTC
Controls	Soundhole-Mounted Volume and Tone
Factory Strings	D’Addario XSAPB1253
Included	High-Protection Gigbag
Condition	Mint Condition

Power Requirements

This electro-acoustic guitar requires suitable battery power for the onboard LR Baggs electronics when plugged in. For unplugged playing, no power supply is required.

Use a standard 1/4" instrument cable with a suitable acoustic amplifier, PA system, DI box, pedalboard or audio interface.

Fair Deal Music Verdict

★★★★★ 5/5

The Furch Blue Performance Series DC-EW A is a beautifully built all-solid electro-acoustic guitar for players who want premium tone, comfort and performance-ready features. Its Engelmann spruce top, black walnut back and sides, Bevel Duo ergonomics, Booster Soundport and LR Baggs EAS-VTC electronics make it a standout choice for serious acoustic players.

This Mint condition example, supplied with a high-protection gigbag, is a superb option for singer-songwriters, live performers and recording musicians looking for a refined, professional-grade Furch acoustic.

Why Buy From Fair Deal Music?

Choosing Fair Deal Music means buying from a passionate team of musicians who genuinely understand the products we sell. Whether you're purchasing your first instrument, upgrading your current setup or searching for something special, we're here to help you make the right choice with friendly advice and expert support.

When you shop with Fair Deal Music, you can buy with confidence thanks to:

Expert advice from knowledgeable musicians
Carefully checked new, used, pre-owned and ex-display equipment
Competitive prices on leading music brands
Secure UK-wide delivery
Flexible finance options available (subject to status)
Friendly support before and after your purchase
A trusted independent UK music retailer with decades of experience

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FAQ

What condition is this Furch Blue Performance Series DC-EW A in?

This guitar is listed in Mint condition, meaning it is virtually indistinguishable from new.

Does this guitar come with a gigbag?

Yes. This Furch Blue Performance Series DC-EW A comes with a high-protection gigbag.

Is this an all-solid acoustic guitar?

Yes. It features a solid Engelmann spruce top with solid black walnut back and sides.

What pickup system does it have?

This model is fitted with LR Baggs EAS-VTC electronics.

What body shape is it?

It uses a Dreadnought Cutaway body shape.

What is the Bevel Duo feature?

Bevel Duo refers to ergonomic bevels designed to improve comfort at the forearm and rib positions.

What is the Booster Soundport?

The Booster Soundport is a side-mounted soundport designed to enhance the player’s acoustic monitoring experience.

What styles does this guitar suit?

It suits folk, country, Americana, acoustic rock, blues, worship music, singer-songwriter performance, studio recording and live acoustic work.

Does it require a battery?

It requires suitable battery power when using the onboard LR Baggs electronics. It does not require power for unplugged acoustic playing.

Can I try this guitar in-store?

Fair Deal Music has a large Birmingham showroom, and our team can offer advice on Furch guitars, premium acoustics and electro-acoustic instruments.