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From a whisper to a roar, this magnificent dread is as warm as a hearth and mighty as rolling thunder. James Goodall's trademark precise, complex tone makes new world magic out of this traditionally-inspired design, bringing a modern, 3 dimensional quality to this bassy but extremely well balanced design. The Master Grade top lives up to its designation but we were particularly stunned by the Madagascar Rosewood on this guitar--look at that straight, straight grain on the back! This one came in with L.R. Baggs' top of the line Anthem to boot. Whether you're picking out a traditional tune for yourself, diving deep into new tonal territory with alternate tunings, or playing your own music to a packed house, this TRD won't let you down!
Condition: Used, Excellent/Mint
From Goodall Guitars
"A flatpicker's delight, with dynamic power to spare"
The Traditional Dreadnought model features the popular Martin dreadnought shape. Its' tone is extremely powerful in the bass and midrange with an emphasis on a broad warmth without lacking treble. It has been designed especially with the flatpicker and the bluegrass player in mind.
All of our Traditional series models features a custom, partially scalloped bracing pattern which produces a bit more 'boominess' in the bass and midrange. The peghead and bridge have been redesigned for a more conservative visual appeal, with open gear Waverly tuning machines contributing to its charm. It is attractively arrayed with a herringbone marquetry rosette and top purfling, and a chevron marquetry backstrip.
- Year
- 2016
- Serial Number
- 6496
- Top Wood
- Master Grade Adirondack Spruce
- Back and Sides Wood
- Madagascar Rosewood
- Neck
- Mahogany, Satin Finish
- Fretboard Wood
- Ebony
- Fretboard Inlay
- Mother of Pearl Notched Square
- Scale Length
- 25 1/2"
- Nut Width
- 1.75"
- Rosette & Purflings
- Herringbone
- Backstrip
- Chevron Marquetry
- Body/Headstock Binding
- Maple
- Fretboard Binding
- Ebony
- Peghead Veneer & Bridge
- Ebony
- Tuners
- Waverly Nickel
- End & Bridge Pins
- Boxwood
- Nut & Saddle
- Bone
- Pickguard
- Tor-tis
- Pickup
- L.R. Baggs Anthem
Ameritage Humidity Control Case
Warranty
This item is sold without the Sound Pure 3-year warranty (used / B-stock / dealer-exempt). Coverage terms for items in this category live in Terms & Conditions, Section 27.
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