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A Story-Driven Instrument Featuring Torrefied Tonewoods, Premium Appointments, and L1 Smart Loop Technology
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (Jan. 19, 2026) — Kepma Guitars proudly announces the F2S Lamplight, a Grand Auditorium acoustic-electric guitar that blends visual artistry, advanced tonewood engineering, and cutting-edge performance technology into a single, inspiring instrument. Designed for players who value both sound and storytelling, the F2S delivers refined craftsmanship, modern playability, and creative freedom for stage, studio, and home use.
Uncompromising Craftsmanship
The F2S Lamplight features a Grand Auditorium body shape paired with a solid torrefied Sitka spruce top and torrefied Sitka spruce bracing, delivering enhanced resonance, stability, and a mature, played-in tone from day one. Kepma’s proprietary torrefication process removes excess moisture and organic compounds from the wood, improving strength, tonal response and long-term consistency across varying environments.
Back and sides are constructed from Ovangkol laminate, finished in high-gloss for visual depth and tonal balance, while the gloss-finished top enhances projection and articulation. A solid rosewood bridge and natural bone saddle ensure optimal string energy transfer and sustain.
The mahogany neck is reinforced with two carbon fiber rods and a two-way adjustable truss rod, offering exceptional strength, stability, and long-term reliability. A 2mm-thick engineered ebony fingerboard with a glossy finish provides a smooth, precise playing surface, while PLEK®-optimized playability ensures accurate fretwork and effortless action right out of the case.
Distinctive Design and Premium Appointments
The F2S stands apart visually with refined, story-driven aesthetics and premium details throughout:
- Lamplight solid wood inlay crafted from African Padauk and Boxwood, creating a striking and symbolic visual centerpiece of captivating windows sparking curiosity
- Natural mother-of-pearl accents for an elegant, high-end appearance
- Ivory white one-piece molded ABS binding for durability, comfort, and clean lines
- Rosewood-grain pickguard that complements the guitar’s organic design
- 1:18 fully sealed chrome tuners for smooth, accurate tuning stability
- Angled nut slots and natural bone nut (25.5” / 647.25 mm scale length) for improved string alignment and tuning precision
- Matte-finished neck for a fast, comfortable feel
- Strap buttons included for immediate stage readiness
Bolt-On Innovation
The F2S incorporates Kepma’s bolt-on neck-body detachable technology, allowing for enhanced structural stability, easier servicing, and consistent neck alignment over time – a feature typically reserved for far higher price points.
L1 Smart Loop AcoustiFex® Pickup System
At the heart of the F2S Lamplight is Kepma’s L1 Smart Loop AcoustiFex Pickup System, a revolutionary system designed to expand creative possibilities:
- Professional Acoustic-Electric Performance The L1 functions as a high-quality pickup system, delivering natural, dynamic tone suitable for live performance, studio recording, and rehearsal.
- AcoustiFex Technology Using Kepma’s proprietary AcoustiFex technology, players can enjoy immersive effects such as reverb, delay and chorus without plugging into an amplifier, preserving the pure acoustic experience while adding depth and atmosphere.
- Built-In Loop Functionality The integrated loop feature allows players to record and layer their own accompaniment directly through the guitar, opening the door to songwriting, solo performance, and creative exploration.
Whether played unplugged or amplified with enhanced onboard effects, the L1 Smart Loop system transforms the F2S into a complete creative platform.
Strings, Protection, and Accessories
The F2S comes factory-equipped with Elixir® Nanoweb .13 – .52 coated strings, ensuring long-lasting tone and consistent feel, and includes an original Kepma gig bag for protection and portability.
Model and Availability
- F2S Lamplight Grand Auditorium acoustic-electric guitar featuring a solid torrefied Sitka spruce top, torrefied bracing, Ovangkol laminate back and sides, L1 Smart Loop Acoustic Exciter Pickup System, Plek® setup and premium Padauk and Boxwood inlays.
The FS2 Lamplight Grand Auditorium will be shipping in the U.S. in June of 2026. Pricing of the F2S with L1 pickup is $1399.99 MAP, and $1199.99 MAP without the L1 pickup.
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