Artisan Deluxe
# 062
Body: Chambered Flamed Korina
Top: 5A Quilt Maple
Neck: Indian Rosewood
Fretboard & Headcap: Brazilian Rosewood
Pickups: Double cream Duncan '59-neck, JB-Bridge
Bridge: Thorn 1-pc. Tremolo w/ LR Baggs Piezo saddles
LR Baggs Piezo and CTRL-X active pre-amp.
Color: Dark Cherry Burst
Initial Tone Report:
Sometimes I too get wrapped up in the "Boutique" end of things and it takes a
guitar like this to bring me back to earth.
These Duncan's sound incredible! Without a doubt one of the most popular pickup
combinations ever, and with good reason.
I loved the tones this guitar was producing. The bridge position has that nasally snarl
and the neck position is a smooth warm sustain. Combine the two and it's a beautiful
thing.
Now...blend in a like piezo and the shimmer comes alive.
Steve, thank you for being such a great guy during this build. Again, seeing the smile on
your face as you opened the case and played it was something I will never forget!
Thank you my friend,
Ron |