These designs are widely known as "finger-style" guitars. While these smaller bodied models are exquisite finger-style instruments, they are often found used on stage by jazz and pop players looking for a light, comfortable performance tool that has a high feedback threshold at extreme sound pressure levels.

The tone of the FXC is delicate and bell-like with soft mid-tones and plenty of high-end sparkle. They hold up very well when called upon to hold down the rhythm section