The E1D and E1D Deluxe share the same all-solid dreadnought foundation. The Deluxe is not a different body or tonewood recipe: the main changes are gloss finish and factory Fishman electronics.
E1D vs E1D Deluxe
| Specification | E1D | E1D Deluxe |
|---|---|---|
| Body | Dreadnought | Dreadnought |
| Top | Solid thermo-cured Sitka spruce | Solid thermo-cured Sitka spruce |
| Back / sides | Solid sapele | Solid sapele |
| Scale | 25.4 inches | 25.4 inches |
| Finish | Truetone Satin | Truetone Gloss |
| Electronics | None | Fishman Presys VT |
| UK price reference | £559 | £769 |
What are you paying for?
The £210 difference in the current Project Music references is principally about the Deluxe specification rather than a jump in body woods: gloss finishing and built-in Fishman electronics. Full guides: E1D and E1D Deluxe.