Sound Pure's Take
The Boucher SG-51-BM is a beautifully voiced, boutique-built acoustic guitar that captures the magic of pre-war inspiration with modern precision. Its Master Grade Adirondack Red Spruce top and forward-shifted, hand-scalloped bracing deliver bold projection, shimmering clarity, and a warm, woody depth that only grows richer over time. The high-gloss sunburst finish and striking koa body binding offer vintage charm with refined elegance. Paired with a South American mahogany neck and ebony fingerboard, it feels smooth, responsive, and supremely playable. This is the kind of heirloom-quality instrument that rewards serious players and stands confidently as a long-term investment.
From Boucher Guitars
Our SG-51 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-51 will deliver.
Top Material: Adirondack Red Spruce (AAAA), Master grade Top
Brace Material: Adirondack Red Spruce (AAAA)
Bracing Pattern: Forward Shifted X Brace
Brace Shape: Hand-scalloped
Brace Size: 0.250" / 6,35mm
Scale Length: 25.5" / 648mm
Frets to the Body: 14
Soundhole Diameter: 3.9375" / 100,0mm
Body Width: 15.016" / 381,4mm
Body Length: 19.154" / 486,5mm
Body Depth: 4.145" / 105,3mm
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
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
Tuners: Machine Head Tuners Gotoh Nickel
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
Koa Body Binding
Sunburst Top Finish
Weight: 4lbs 1oz
Free 3-Year Warranty
Sound Pure stands behind our products. Free three-year warranty on this item. Coverage exclusions live in Terms & Conditions, Section 27.
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