Sound Pure's Take

The Boucher SG-23 is a powerful slope-shoulder acoustic that delivers strong projection with a rich, complex voice. Its Adirondack spruce top provides excellent headroom and clarity, while the bubinga back and sides add depth, punch, and a focused low end. The tone is bold and articulate with a tight response, making it well-suited for both strumming and more defined picking. It has a clear, present character that cuts through without feeling harsh. Responsive, balanced, and full of detail, this SG-23 offers a voice that feels strong, lively, and easy to work with.

From Boucher Guitars

Our SG-23 is especially crafted to fulfill the needs of demanding guitarists. Whether the guitarist is looking for precise acoustic sounds while performing live or to meet the stringent requirements of studio recording engineers, this model will provide it.

Each Adirondack red spruce soundboard of the Studio Goose is personally selected by Robin Boucher with his commitment to provide the wood qualities needed to deliver high end sound. The playability and versatility of this guitar makes it the ideal instrument to channel your inspirations into harmonious melodies.

No matter what your musical goals demand, the Studio Goose SG-23 will deliver.

Top Material
Adirondack Red Spruce (AAAA)
Tonewood
African Bubinga
Brace Material
Adirondack Red Spruce (AAAA)
Bracing Pattern
Forward Shifted X Brace
Brace Shape
Hand-scalloped
Brace Size
0.3125" / 7,94mm
Scale Length
25.5" / 648mm
Frets to the Body
14
Soundhole Diameter
3.9375" / 100,0mm
Body Width
17.125" / 435mm
Body Length
20.875" / 530mm
Body Depth
4.750" / 120,7mm
Neck Width at Nut
1.750" / 44,5mm
Neck Width at the 12th Fret
2.125" / 54,0mm
String Spacing at the Bridge
2.200" / 56,0mm
Backstrip Material
Maple
End Graft Material
Herringbone / Maple
Body Binding Material
Maple
Purfling Material at Body Edge
Herringbone
Purfling Material at Sides Edge
3 ply : Black / White / Black
Rosette Material
Herringbone
One Piece Neck Material
South American Mahogany
Fingerboard & Bridge Material
Solid Ebony
Truss Rod
Two-Way
Top Nut Material
Tusq®
Saddle Material
Bone
Fingerboard Markers Material
Mother of Pearl (white)
Boucher Logo material
Mother of Pearl (white)
Headplate Material
Solid Ebony
Machine Head Tuners Gotoh
Open Gear
Pickguard Material
Synthetic Tortoise
Neck Finish
Satin
Soundboard Finish
High Gloss
Body Finish
High Gloss
Bridge Pins Material
Tusq® 4mm (black)
Recommended Strings Gauge
Light 12-53
Strings Installed at the Factory
D'Addario XS Phosphor Bronze
Interior Label
Signed
Hardshell Case
TKL tweed deluxe
Weight
4lbs 15oz

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