Thank you for viewing. This item was stored during a move. I believe it's from over 10 years ago. At the time, I was able to connect it to an amplifier and produce sound, but I no longer have the operating environment, so I haven't confirmed the sound output from an amplifier. It can be played without any problems as an acoustic guitar. When shipping, I will put it in a thick soft case and pack it in a cardboard box. Since it is an old item, I will accept no claims and no returns.