Jumbo German Spruce/ Sapele with sound

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Herman
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Jumbo German Spruce/ Sapele with sound

Post by Herman » Mon Sep 11, 2017 7:34 am

This one was made for my coworker who wanted a guitar for a long time, but could not affort it. Now he got a severe lung disease with a not so good prognosis. That is why a gave him this guitar, with the my wish that he will play it for a long time. Funny thing is that I made it, except the back/sides, from left-overs. The top I got for free. The costs were low, the work is still very rewarding.

Specs:
Top – German spruce X- braced
B/S- Sapele
Fingerboard and bridge - Ebony
Neck - Honduran Mahogany
Headplate - Black Walnut
Binding - Flamed Maple


Here’s some sound, don't mind my playing:

Picking EADGBE

Picking EADEAE

Strumming

And some pics:

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Will Reyer
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Re: Jumbo German Spruce/ Sapele with sound

Post by Will Reyer » Mon Sep 11, 2017 7:59 am

Not only looks flawless, sounds exquisite! Thanks so much, Herman, for the sound files. Just truly beautiful.

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Re: Jumbo German Spruce/ Sapele with sound

Post by John Parchem » Mon Sep 11, 2017 9:08 am

Gorgeous looking and sounding guitar. A good gift and message for your coworker. The rosette looks really good.

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Re: Jumbo German Spruce/ Sapele with sound

Post by Dave Bagwill » Mon Sep 11, 2017 11:10 am

Outstanding, H!
-Under permanent construction

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Re: Jumbo German Spruce/ Sapele with sound

Post by John Link » Mon Sep 11, 2017 11:14 am

I wish your friend a long life. He will need it to adequately explore the potential of this instrument. It is at one and the same time mellow and penetrating.
John

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Re: Jumbo German Spruce/ Sapele with sound

Post by hewitt » Mon Sep 11, 2017 3:46 pm

Beautiful work all around and I love your wood choices! All the best to your coworker.

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Re: Jumbo German Spruce/ Sapele with sound

Post by John J » Mon Sep 11, 2017 3:49 pm

Beautiful Herman. And a truly wonderful gesture.
JJ
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