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.

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