Sound Pure's Take
Condition: Used, Excellent
An unbelievable instrument, the likes of which we will sorely miss once it's gone. Wyatt Wilkie was Bob Benedetto's (Style B for Bendetto) head carver for many years and it shows (and sounds!) as one would expect given that lofty pedigree. Expect all the clarity, immediacy, and refreshing openness of the best of the best early 20th century Gibson oval hole archtops, elevated to a level of nuance and character that has just plain shocked everyone here. 10/10
From In-House Master Luthier, Rob Sharer: One of the most successful oval-hole archtops I've ever heard, acoustically speaking. Exemplary fret work, elegant deep dish carving, a perfect straight neck, and the rubenesque roundness of the lower bout is a thing of beauty. Learned guitar building with no unnecessary frills; just enough bling and sparkle to let you know you're holding something truly special while retaining classic good looks.
SP Luthier Notes: Setup confirmed
Model: Style B
Serial: 1636
Year: 2020
Top: Sitka Spruce
Back: Claro Walnut
Sides: Claro Walnut
Binding: Walnut
Purfling: Black/Wood/Black/Wood
Neck: Sapele
Fingerboard: Ebony, 12" Radius
Heel Cap: Amboyna Burl
Peghead Overlay: Amboyna Burl
Backstrap: Walnut
Width at Nut: 1 3/4"
Nut Material: Bone
Scale: 25"
Frets: 22
Bridge: Ebony, Adjustable with Black Wheels and Posts
Tailpiece: Ebony Trapeze w/Black Hardware
Tuners: Gotoh 510 w/Amboyna Burl Buttons
Finish: Gloss Nitrocellulose
Case: Hardshell
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.
Returns
This item is not eligible for the Try-Before-You-Buy 48-hour audition. Standard return policy applies — see Terms & Conditions, Section 18 for details.
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