Zager Guitars Reviews 

I am a beginner guitar player and received the Zager 36" traveler acoustic/electric guitar as a Christmas present.

As a beginner, what do I know about the feel of a guitar or the playability?

Mostly nothing compared to a pro, however it wasn't a coincidence that I was able to sight read and actually play a song I could not on my electric.

My fingers effortlessly found the right strings and frets. I have a guitar that feels like it naturally belongs in my hands. I have not wanted to put it down for 2 days. It is that amazing to.play.

It is a real leap of faith to purchase a guitar online these days as every guitar company claims to have "the best" of their craft. The design of the Zager for playability claims are absolutely true. In fact, Zager guitars claim the 36" traveler model does not have big sound, well given the clarity, and richness of the tone on the guitar I have, I think you were being quite modest in the web claims for this guitar. It sounds great in just acoustic mode with no amp.

All in all, if you are a beginner I can tell you to purchase this guitar forthwith. The craftsmanship, thought in the packaging and accessories included is second to none.

You can tell this is a guitar designed and manufactured by true musicians. It's always the details that separate average items from true excellence.

For example, the built in tuner is a detail only a musician that has played live would think to include standard vs an investment banker running a guitar company who leaves it out to increase profitability vs playability.

Lastly, the finish on this guitar is heirloom quality, right out of the case. I know woodworking as a hobbyist and looked this guitar over and over for the slightest imperfection, and came up empty. It is absolutely perfect in fit and finish.

Thank you for being true and honest to everything you write about your guitars on your web site and advertisements.

Ken Leigh
Nashua, NH

Guitars are EXACTLY as described. Fantastic craftsmanship, terrific sound, wonderful feel. Customer service is AMAZING. The guitar I ordered was supposedly delivered at 10 am on 12/24. I never received it. On Christmas Day - thinking I would not hear back from the Zagars until at least 12/27 - I get a response from them (no, not a bot). Together, we surmised that the delivery service put the boxed guitar outside on the street next to a nearby loft - OUTSIDE - in NYC. What did the Zagars do? Promptly ship me a new guitar. Happy Christmas (for me), indeed. So wonderful to know that there are honest merchants out there who walk the talk. Very impressed. Thank you Mr. Zagar et al.

I am the very happy recent purchaser of a Zager guitar. I did a lot of research before purchasing, finally pulled the trigger, and was delighted, on opening my package today, to find my expectations exceeded in every respect. What a beautiful, handcrafted instrument, with incredible tone and ease of play, at such a value... and with a truly personal presentation and delivery. Getting a Zager is so much more than buying a guitar. It is a surprisingly endearing experience that comes back to me every time I pick up my beautiful, new guitar. Thank you Zager family!

Happiness is all i can say about my new Zager guitar, handsomely crafted and sounds great. It’s more that i expected in Quality and handling. Keep it up Bob!

I really love my new electric/acoustic Zager parlor guitar. Sounds and plays great right out of the box. It cane with absolutely everything you could possibly need to make playing guitar the best experience ever. Ive been playing for 55 years. And this guitar is perfect in every way.

This guitar sounds great and better than my Takamine that I have had for 25 years zager gave me a great deal and I love it it looks beautiful thank you Zager guitar's
Ronald Karns from Waynesboro pa

I have played solid body electrics all of my life. I found acoustics bulky and hard on the fingers. However, they have a sound you can't do without.
I purchased your Zager 50 OM cutaway and couldn't be happier.
The finish is too good (if there is such a thing). I am glad I bought the OM model as it fits like a glove.
The Easy Play neck and string setup is an understatement! I was able to play two hours right out of the case with no discomfort.
The guitar tunes and sounds beautiful.
The free gifts and price were a pleasant surprise!
I am as happy with this purchase as just about any item I have ever bought in my life.

It took over 2 years to finally receive my ZAD 900CE 50th Anniversary guitar. Covid did not help. First, the guitar was in uber mint condition when I removed it from the case… perfect. The sound by itself to me at least, is a very bright sounding guitar with depth, which I am sure will change with age as my other acoustics have. It is actually very easy to play as advertised. I have 3 Ovations, one Emerald guitar and one Taylor 414 CE. The Zager 900 CE is easier to play then all of them. I have arthritis in my hands and fingers which are large so playing a C-chord on guitars isn’t easy. But on the 900CE it is. The setup upon arrival was excellent. I take all my guitars to my luthier for a once over and he could not find any issues. He was very impressed having worked on many acoustic guitars in the past. But the real surprise is the Fishman Aura Pro sound system, which is top of the line. Just playing with the images already loaded, the guitar sound is incredible… Like you are in an auditorium and the sound just booms. Very rich and full. All in all, I am very happy I finally received my Zager… And everything that was advertised you would receive you did. And the T shirt was the right size… Not sure how they got that right. LOL.

I've been test driving my new Zager ZAD90CE for a while now and I wanted to report in with a 100% honest review.

Not being a guitar player, I have studied long and hard before pulling the trigger on a guitar in excess of $2000. That's the kind of money that I would pay for a used car, not a guitar. I wanted to believe the hype... all of the marketing that I have heard. Finally I made the decision to purchase your flagship model. Again, I am not an accomplished player. I am just an ordinary guy in his 60s wanting to check guitar off his bucket list. The verdict is in....

Wow!

I have been teaching myself on an old Takamine GS330s and thinking it was pretty good. After waiting for the new woods to settle a bit on the ZAD90CE, I cannot believe the difference that true craftsmanship makes. I went to pick up the Takamine and I am asking myself how I was ever able to play that guitar. Nothing against Takamine (great name) but compared to a Zager???

Your marketing is not hyped... it is spot on. I have no idea how you are able to produce what you produce but I cannot say enough good about it. Anyone who wants to know just how superior Zager guitars are just needs to test drive one... and then go back to their old model.

Bottom line is that I am a 100% satisfied customer. The guitar lessons alone are incentive enough to purchase a Zager guitar. I know my Zager ZAD90CE will probably outlive me and be passed down to my son. My most heartfelt gratitude and admiration to Mr. Denny Zager. He is a craftsman and an artist of the highest caliber and a true legend in the industry. I know that he put the finishing touches on the guitar. He set it up and signed it... twice. I now own a signed Zager guitar signed by Denny Zager. It is both art and an instrument. Whether I play it or look a it I win.

I purchased the ZAD-80-OMEC several months ago. After a month, the Aura pre-amp failed. I notified Zager and after a long delay due to supply chain issues, a new unit was mailed to my luthier's shop. However, due to health issues, my luthier was unable to complete the repair. I thought that I would have to find another repair shop, However, Zager instructed me to return the instrument and offered me the ZAD 900 OMEC as a replacement for my inconvenience. At a loss for words, I can only say "Wow". Uncalled for customer service. The 900 sounds like a grand piano. I'm thrilled with the guitar and Zager. Thanks for all who assisted me.

Steve M.

I recently ordered a ZAD900CE. I wanted a good guitar to use in clubs without risking any of my vintage instruments. The Zager is much more than a tool to use in a live setting, it is a very fine, high-quality guitar with a lot of character. I find myself reaching for it more than the other guitars in my little studio. The guitar is very comfortable, and well made. Unlike many of the machine cut guitars out there today, you can feel the sweat and love the craftsman put into this one.
I chose The Zager over a Taylor 814CE, Martin Eric Clapton and a few others in that range.
I am a real person and a guy that plays "out" a few times every month. I have guitars from the 0s and the Zager measures up well. it is exciting to think about what this guitar will become as it ages. I think I made the right choice and I would not be shocked if I went back to that well again!

I can not say enough about the quality, sound and playability of my Zager ZAD50E-OM. I am amazed at the rich sound that eminates from it. The guitar is flawless in every way. Kudos to the whole Zagar Guitar team.

...and to top it off....I have never seen a customer service department that was so eager to assist. Way to go!!!

Zager makes awesome guitars. I've played the ZAD80CEOM, ZAD900CEOM, and the ZAD900CEOMVS. They were all extremely well-made, beautiful guitars, and I am the proud owner of the ZAD900CEOMVS.

The Fishman Aura electronics are definitely worth the slight upgrade. The customability and sound you can get is amazing.

Major props to the Zager customer serviuce team. There were a few issues that snuck by quality control, but customer service would not rest until they knew I was 100% satisfied with my purchase.

I got a ZAD50CE guitar the other day and I have a hard time not playing it long enough to write this review. The sound is fantastic and it looks pretty too! The action is awesome. The neck is a little wider than I'm used to but my messed up finger fits better for it! Plus the package of gear that they threw in! I'm really having fun with this instrument and I don't foresee any reason why I'll be using the free shipping to send it back. Looks like I may die with it in my hands! Thank you Denny and crew!

So I received my ZAD900CE Sunburst
A few days ago I’m a contractor so I wasn’t able to get to see or play it right away but it’s OK because the excitement of coming home knowing that this beautiful Zager ZAD900CE Sunburst was at home waiting for me to unboxed. Well let me tell you this Zager Guitars is incredible beautiful in its finish and constru. And inlays from top to bottom. The sound the sustain have no words for them. What a beautiful, looking and beautiful sound in guitar. I have always been a gibson man I own a few Gibson electric’s, and was looking to buy the Gibson hummingbird. But I truly found my hummingbird in the Zager ZAD900CE sunburst it definitely competes with any high end guitar. I truly recommend it. I got a very good deal on it and was in my budget. This is truly a $4000 guitar.
The craftsmanship that went into this beautiful piece. It’s got me smiling from end to end. The play ability and the sound Wow just mind blowing. Wow. What a beautiful American made guitar. I have played the Gibson hummingbird. And my new Zager ZAD900CE is right there with the gibson. you want an American made high end guitar for a great price Zager craftsmanship of this American guitar the sound the Sistine from the binding to the beautiful inlays and finish to the scallops inside the guitar just beautiful

After long deliberation, trying out different brands, and reading reviews, I ordered my ZAD900CE guitar from Zager! Within 6 days my beautiful guitar arrived in perfect condition. Upon opening the case I was in awe.
Starting with the workmanship, the wood is beautiful: the inlays and binding are incredible. Then there is the sound, reviews and videos do no justice ! This Zager is a dream guitar. Thanks to Denny and his team for such great workmanship! Anyone who appreciates fine musical instruments will be blown away by Zager guitars! This is a real review, I am just a new owner, not an employee or other interested party! Tim Chace, NH

This zad50ce I just purchased is a beautiful instrument! The sound that comes from this guitar is amazing! I can’t say enough good things about the guitar. I love it!

Beautiful ZAD80. Fantastic customer service. This is the real deal. I did a lot of thinking before buying this vs some other brand. I am EXTREMELY happy with the purchase and follow-up support from Zager!

Zager guitars make excellent instruments. I appreciate the quality, pricing & focus on customers. Their Internet marketing and extensive website makes the perfect business model.

Thank you Mr. Zager for this BEAUTY ZAD900 OM!!!!!
It's one of the best things I've got in my life!
Sounds and looks unrealistically GREAT!
And MADE IN USA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!