A Sound Pure Spec Classic S Crafted by Michael Tuttle
$4,395.00
The SoundPure Spec Classic S by Tuttle Guitars is a thoughtfully designed, special-order instrument that blends modern feel with rich, expressive tone. Its roasted basswood body offers a balanced, resonant voice, while the combination of “PD” single-coils and a humbucker delivers a wide tonal range from sparkling clarity to full, powerful drive. The roasted maple neck with a comfortable C profile and 12" radius provides a smooth, effortless playing experience across the board. Finished in a striking SoundPure Blue thin skin nitro, it has a vibrant yet refined look. Versatile, responsive, and uniquely tailored, this Classic S feels right at home in any player’s hands!
We are so fortunate to work with the builders that we represent. Over the years, we've been lucky enough to get on board early with companies that had their act together before the "guitar world" discovered them. Several years back, two people (whose opinions we deeply respect) said we had to check out Michael's guitars. Michael sent us an S and T, and we sold the S model to the first person who heard it! Needless to say, we knew we were on to something. Tuttle has been building for over 20 years and got his start working at Valley Arts in California with Don Grosh, whom he worked with at Grosh Guitars. In 2003, Michael started Tuttle Guitars. Michael's attention to detail is very evident. Being a small builder (Michael’s team consists of himself and an assistant), everything needs to be right the first time out. This is a huge benefit for the player, as there can be no "Monday or Friday" guitars. We’ve always loved it when the guy’s name that's on the headstock had his hands all over the instrument when it was built - his reputation and quality of work is on the line every time one of his creations goes out the door. It's wonderful when you put one of Michaels guitars in a player's hands for the first time and watch their reaction. Michael is such a talented builder, and we are lucky to have such a positive relationship with him as a shop.
Model: SoundPure Spec Classic S
Body Wood: Roasted Basswood
Neck Wood: Roasted Maple IRW
Neck Back Shapes: .830-.930-C
Fingerboard Radius: 12"
Nut: Bone
Frets: .100X.051 SS
Bridge: Tuttle Modern
Nut Width: 1.650"
Hardware Color: Nickel
Gears: Locking Kluson
Pickguard: Gold Plastic
Electronics: 5 Way Switch, Volume, Tone, Tone
Input Jack: Top
Knobs: Nickel
Neck Pickup: "PD" S
Middle Pickup: "PD" S
Bridge Pickup: "PD" Humbucker
Finish: SoundPure Blue Thin Skin Nitro
Case: Staged 4 Soft Case
String Gauge: 10-46
Weight: 7lbs 7oz
Excerpt of an episode from Tim Pierce's masterclass on layering guitar parts and the thought process that goes with trying to make a song sound big and full. The solo features his Mike Tuttle S-style.
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