The Okoume back and sides generate a woody, warm tone when the guitar is played softly or finger-picked and provide punchy high-mids with a clear projection when strummed. The Nyatoh neck provides a rich mid-low end. The Laurel fretboard provides a rich and warm tone while Laurel bridge transfers string vibration directly to the body, delivering a natural and warm tone. Advantage pins really are an advantage over old-fashioned pins. Advantage pins are easier to take out and easier to put in than standard pins. A special bulb-shaped end makes the pin easy to grip and also prevents the pin from being pushed in too far. Best of all, with Advantage the pin and string stay put.