Mitchell Launch O100CE Classic Orchestra Acoustic-Electric Guitar - Black

Designed to make the move from first chords to amplified playing feel natural, the Mitchell Launch O100CE gives beginning and developing players a comfortable, versatile acoustic-electric platform. Its Mitchell Classic Orchestra cutaway body, 25" scale and Comfort Fit nyatoh neck create an approachable playing feel for practice, lessons and developing technique. Layered basswood construction and forward-shifted scalloped X-bracing provide the foundation for a clear, balanced acoustic voice. When it is time to plug in, the Mitchell MP-1 preamp adds 3-band EQ and a chromatic tuner for convenient tone shaping and tuning during songwriting, rehearsals and casual performances.

Comfortable Orchestra Cutaway for Growing Technique

The Classic Orchestra cutaway body keeps the O100CE comfortable and manageable against the player, while the cutaway provides easier access to higher frets as developing guitarists move beyond open-position chords. A 1.69" nut width, 12.5" fingerboard radius and 20-fret layout provide familiar steel-string proportions without making the guitar feel oversized. Paired with Mitchell's Comfort Fit neck profile, these dimensions create an approachable playing platform for regular practice while giving players room to expand their technique.

Layered Basswood Construction for Everyday Reliability

Layered basswood forms the top, back and sides, creating a consistent construction designed for regular practice and everyday use. Beneath the top, forward-shifted scalloped spruce X-bracing supports a responsive, balanced acoustic voice. The dark-stained HPL fingerboard adds an ebony-like appearance along with improved dimensional stability, which can help reduce shrinkage and the development of sharp fret ends as environmental conditions change. Together, these practical materials give developing players a guitar designed to handle frequent use while maintaining a clean, traditional acoustic appearance.

Straightforward Electronics for Amplified Playing

When it is time to plug in, the Mitchell MP-1 preamp keeps amplified operation straightforward. A 3-band EQ provides control over the guitar's amplified tone, while the integrated chromatic tuner makes quick tuning checks convenient during lessons, rehearsals and performances. The onboard electronics also let players connect the O100CE to an acoustic amplifier, PA or recording interface, extending the guitar from unplugged practice and songwriting into basic recording and live playing without adding unnecessary complexity.

Precise Tuning and Practical Included Essentials

Chrome 18:1 tuning machines allow small, precise pitch adjustments for more controlled everyday tuning. A dark-stained purpleheart pinned bridge and compensated ABS saddle complete the acoustic hardware, while phosphor bronze .012–.053 strings provide a familiar steel-string setup. Mitchell also includes a 9V battery to power the onboard electronics and a truss rod wrench for routine neck adjustments, giving players the essential accessories needed to get started with the guitar's core features.

Built for Practice, Lessons and Casual Performance

Approachable dimensions, stable materials and practical onboard electronics make the O100CE well suited to home practice, lessons, songwriting, basic recording, rehearsals and casual performance. Its cutaway body and Comfort Fit neck provide room for developing technique, while onboard tone controls and tuning extend its usefulness when players are ready to plug in. For beginning and developing guitarists seeking one instrument that can grow beyond the first lessons, the Mitchell Launch O100CE acoustic-electric guitar provides a practical foundation for both acoustic and amplified playing.