Congratulations and welcome!
I've owned an AR503CE and currently own an AR603CE. Both smaller bodied archtops...I think the 503 had a laminated top. Both fine guitars; both sound great! I've replaced my single pickup on the AR603CE with an Kent Armstrong 12 pole hand wound pick up.
Your AR603CE will be a great guitar to learn jazz guitar. I won't claim to be a jazz guitarist, although I have played in jazz combos and brass band (all at the amateur level) for many years. It is a fun style of music that can be enjoyed at almost any level.
Good luck in your endeavor!
I've owned an AR503CE and currently own an AR603CE. Both smaller bodied archtops...I think the 503 had a laminated top. Both fine guitars; both sound great! I've replaced my single pickup on the AR603CE with an Kent Armstrong 12 pole hand wound pick up.
Your AR603CE will be a great guitar to learn jazz guitar. I won't claim to be a jazz guitarist, although I have played in jazz combos and brass band (all at the amateur level) for many years. It is a fun style of music that can be enjoyed at almost any level.
Good luck in your endeavor!
