Sound Pure's Take
A glowing, stunning example of why we're so crazy about the "boutique" world of acoustics and, more specifically, the masterful work of Dana Bourgeois. Styled, of course, after the famous Clarence White/Tony Rice large soundhole dread, this powerhouse sports a just-right 1 23/32" nut width, torrefied top + bracing, and a beautiful set of deep red, straight-grained Madagascar Rosewood. But what about the large soundhole--does it really make a difference? Send a couple G runs across the neck and you'll find that the answer is an emphatic "yes!"
From Bourgeois Guitars
For decades, serious flatpickers have known that the simple modification of enlarging a soundhole offers proven benefits. Though originally introduced as a cosmetic hack, we treat the large soundhole with the same respect we reserve for vintage design while retaining, in tribute, a variety of minor details unique to an iconic guitar that inspired a generation of players and luthiers.
- Year
- 2022
- Model
- D
- Serial
- 9462
- Top
- Aged Tone Adirondack Spruce
- Back & Sides
- Madagascar Rosewood
- Brace Material
- Aged Tone Torrefied Bracing
- Scale Length
- 25.5"
- Rosette
- Large Soundhole Ivoroid
- Backstrip
- Zipper
- Endpiece Inlay
- Ivoroid
- Body Binding
- Ivoroid
- Purfling
- Vintage Herringbone with Back
- Head Shape
- Square Headstock with Diamond
- Head Veneer
- Madagascar Rosewood
- Head Inlay
- No Logo on Headstock Overlay, Decal on Back
- Head Binding
- None
- Fretboard Wood
- Ebony
- Fretboard Inlay
- None
- Fretboard Binding
- Ivoroid
- Nut Width
- 1 23/32"
- Heel Cap
- Ivoroid
- Tuners
- Waverly Relic Oval
- Bridge
- 2.2" Traditional Ebony Belly
- Pins
- Ebony with Pearl Dot
- Pickguard
- Celluloid Tortoise
- Pickup
- None
- Label
- Standard
- Glue
- Animal Protein
- Neck Finish
- Satin
- Headstock Finish
- Satin
- Body Finish
- Aged Tone
- Top Color
- Natural
- Cutaway
- No
- Case
- Hardshell
Free 3-Year Warranty
In addition to the standard included manufacturer warranty, virtually all new products carry our exclusive, industry-leading, absolutely free Sound Pure 3-Year Warranty, which includes parts and labor. It's our way of adding real value to the personal touch our small, dedicated team brings to every purchase.
Coverage exclusions live in Terms & Conditions, Section 27. Read the warranty →
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