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Godin A6 Ultra Acoustic-Electric Guitar vs Godin A6 Ultra Koa HG

These are the same guitar. The A6 Ultra is one model, and the two listings differ only in finish, handedness and small spec typos. Buy the A6 Ultra if you want electric-neck feel with feedback-resistant acoustic tone and a humbucker in the neck. Left-handed players need the listing that says left-handed; right-handed players take the other. Owners and reviewers praise the neck, the two-amp dual-output trick and the low feedback; the common gripes are the Richlite board and the preamp's fiddly sliders.

  • Choose the A6 Ultra Denim Blue Flame if you play left-handed or want that specific flame finish.
  • Choose the A6 Ultra Koa HG if you play right-handed and prefer the natural koa-look semi-gloss finish.

Prices

  • Godin A6 Ultra Acoustic-Electric Guitar: $1,399.99 at Corner Music (checked today)
  • Godin A6 Ultra Koa HG: $1,599.99 at eBay (checked today)
  • Difference: the Godin A6 Ultra Acoustic-Electric Guitar is $200.00 cheaper than the Godin A6 Ultra Koa HG today
Godin
Godin A6 Ultra Denim Blue Flame Acoustic-Electric Guitar

Godin A6 Ultra Acoustic-Electric Guitar

Godin A6 Ultra Denim Blue Flame Acoustic-Electric Guitar

$1,399.99at Corner MusicChecked 21 h ago
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Pros
  • Left-handed option is rare in this style
  • Chambered body resists feedback at loud stage volume
  • Humbucker and transducer can feed two amps at once
  • Comfortable 16" radius neck feels like an electric
Cons
  • Richlite board, not rosewood, despite some text
  • Preamp sliders are small and easy to knock
  • No pickguard, so the top shows pick wear
Godin
Godin A6 Ultra Koa HG SF acoustic electric guitar

Godin A6 Ultra Koa HG

Godin A6 Ultra Koa HG SF acoustic electric guitar

$1,599.99at eBayChecked 21 h ago
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Pros
  • Right-handed availability is broad
  • Same dual-output and preamp flexibility
  • Solid cedar top gives warm plugged-in acoustic tone
  • Works for jazz, rock, country and slide
Cons
  • Richlite board and bridge split opinion
  • Plastic hardware on tuner heads and battery box
  • Slider preamp takes time to dial in live

What separates them

Godin A6 Ultra Acoustic-Electric GuitarGodin A6 Ultra Koa HG
HandednessListed as left-handedListed as right-handed
FinishDenim Blue Flame, semi-glossNatural koa high-gloss look, semi-gloss
FingerboardRichlite in the specs, rosewood in the descriptionRichlite board and bridge, rosewood also named
BodyTwo-chambered silver leaf maple with basswood wings, solid cedar topSame chambered maple and basswood body, solid cedar top
ElectronicsGHN1 neck humbucker plus under-saddle transducer, custom preamp, two outputsSame humbucker, transducer, preamp and dual outputs
NeckMahogany neck, 16" radius, 22 fretsMahogany neck, 25.5" scale, 1.72" Graphtech nut
Feedback controlChambered body cuts feedback at stage volumeSame chambered design, same claim

Price history

  • Godin A6 Ultra Acoustic-Electric Guitar: lowest $1,399.99 on Nov 10 at AudioProCT.
  • Godin A6 Ultra Koa HG: lowest $1,599.99 on Nov 10 at eBay.

Prices at every store

Godin A6 Ultra Acoustic-Electric Guitar

  • Corner MusicNew

    In stockReturn policy

    $1,399.99Checked 21 h ago
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  • AudioProCTNew

    In stock

    $1,399.99Free shippingChecked 21 h ago
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  • L.A. MusicNew

    In stockReturn policy

    $1,445.00Checked 21 h ago
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  • The Guitar WorldNew

    In stockReturn policy

    $1,589.00Checked 21 h ago
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Godin A6 Ultra Koa HG

  • Guitar CenterPre-owned

    In stock

    $849.99+ $25.19 shippingChecked 21 h ago
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  • Musicians FriendPre-owned

    In stock

    $849.99+ $38.70 shippingChecked 21 h ago
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  • eBayNew

    In stockSold by digidataman

    $1,599.99Free shippingChecked 21 h ago
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  • AmazonNew

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    $1,728.68Free shippingChecked 21 h ago
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Specs compared

SpecGodin A6 Ultra Acoustic-Electric GuitarGodin A6 Ultra Koa HG
HandednessLeft-HandedRight-handed
Number Of Strings6-string—
ColorNatural, Mahogany, Extreme Koa Hg—
Music BackgroundGigging Musician (I do have a day job)—
Qty. Strings (pcs)6—
Wood Type (body sides)Maple—
Wood Type (fretboard)Richlite—
Built-In TunerYes—
SizeDreadnought—
Qty. Frets22—
Wood Type (neck)Mahogany—
Pick GuardNo—
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SpecGodin A6 Ultra Acoustic-Electric GuitarGodin A6 Ultra Koa HG
CutawaySingle Cutaway—
Built-in MicrophoneNo—
Instrument Type—Guitar
Sub Type—Electric, Acoustic-Electric
Nut Width—1.72" (43.688 mm)
Nut Material—Graphtech
Body Orientation—Right-Handed
Body Type—Semi-hollow body (Chambered body design)
Back Material—Maple
Body Material

What reviewers say

Godin A6 Ultra Acoustic-Electric Guitar

Owners and reviewers treat the A6 Ultra as a practical gigging tool: comfortable like an electric, loud without feedback, and flexible thanks to the dual outputs. Most criticism centers on the plugged-in acoustic sound not matching a true acoustic and on the learning curve of the preamp.

What people mention
  • FeedbackPraisedOwners say it stays controlled at band volume where acoustic guitars would howl.
  • NeckPraisedReviewers call the 16-inch radius neck fast and comfortable for electric-style playing.
  • Acoustic toneMixedSome find the plugged-in acoustic voice convincing; others say it lacks the depth of a real dreadnought.
  • PreampMixedThe EQ and blend options are useful, but several players say the controls take practice.

Godin A6 Ultra Koa HG

Reviewers generally praise the A6 Ultra for its feedback resistance, comfortable neck, and flexible electronics, though some note that its unplugged acoustic sound is thinner than a dedicated acoustic and question the value of the Koa top.

What people mention
  • FeedbackPraisedPlayers report the chambered body effectively eliminates feedback even at loud stage volumes.
  • VersatilityPraisedThe combination of humbucker and undersaddle pickup with dual outputs is often highlighted as highly flexible.
  • Acoustic toneMixedSome say the plugged-in acoustic sound is good, but unplugged it lacks the depth of a true acoustic.
  • Neck comfortPraisedThe electric-style neck profile and 1.72" nut width are frequently called comfortable and easy to play.

Questions and answers

Are these two the same guitar?
Yes. Both are the Godin A6 Ultra, a chambered maple semi-hollow with a solid cedar top, a neck humbucker and an under-saddle transducer. The listings differ in finish and handedness, plus some spec typos.
Which is better for live gigging?
Either one. The chambered body keeps feedback down at stage volume, and the two outputs let you send the humbucker to an electric amp and the acoustic signal to an acoustic amp.
Does the A6 Ultra work as a pure acoustic guitar?
Not really. It is built for plugged-in tone and electric feel. Unplugged it is quiet and thin compared with a full dreadnought.
Which one lasts longer?
They are built the same way, so wear is equal. The Richlite board and bridge are stable and need little care. The plastic tuner heads and battery box are the parts most likely to need attention.
Is it worth stepping up to the Ultra over a plain A6?
Yes if you want the neck humbucker and the separate electric output. The plain A6 gives you the acoustic side only.
What do owners complain about most?
The small preamp sliders and the Richlite fingerboard. Most praise the neck and the feedback resistance.

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More comparisons

  • Godin A6 Ultra Denim Blue Flame Acoustic-Electric Guitar vs Godin A6 Ultra Koa
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Silver Leaf Maple, Canadian Laurentian Basswood
Side Material—Maple
Top Material—Solid Cedar Top, Solid Cedar
Body Color—Natural
Body Scale Length—25.5" (647.7 mm)
Body Shape—Cutaway
Body Finish—Semi Gloss
Body Semi-Hollow—Yes
Body Cutaway—Yes
Neck Material—Mahogany
Fingerboard Material—Richlite
Bridge Material—Richlite
Hardware Material—Plastic (battery casing and tuner heads)
Headstock Material—Richlite (overlay)
Fingerboard Wood—Rosewood