Skytop · 2022
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A specimen guitar to say the least, from its design to the materials used. Perhaps the most prominent detail is the lack of soundhole in the top; instead there are two large soundholes in the bass side, both upper and lower bout. The other holes in the top are also eye-catching, Teredo hole spruce. More on that below. Rounding things out is a set of pernambuco back and sides, a wood that is highly valued for both its rarity and musical qualities.
Specs / Measurements
2022
Teredo Sitka Spruce / Pernambuco
~1.80” nut
~25.5” to ~24.75” multi scale
~2.10” string spacing at saddle
Pinless string-through bridge
Gotoh tuners
Original Calton case
Condition / Setup Notes
Excellent (+); The guitar remains in beautiful shape as may be expected for the year. There is little to no wear apparent. Currently set up with string height about 6/64” - 5/64” from bass to treble with just a touch of relief.
Additional Thoughts
First, the Teredo hole spruce. These holes are caused in marine woods by a creature that is colloquially called a ship worm. Teredo navalis is the scientific name, and it is reality a clam and not a worm. They burrow tunnels into marine woods, and this top comes from such salvage. Very cool story. The back and sides also a rare wood, pernambuco, known more for its exclusive use in making orchestral bows. The fundamental design of the soundholes in the side direct more sound toward the player, which makes for a nice playing experience. Overall a nice and unique guitar, with unusual and rare materials.
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Skytop · 2022
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A specimen guitar to say the least, from its design to the materials used. Perhaps the most prominent detail is the lack of soundhole in the top; instead there are two large soundholes in the bass side, both upper and lower bout. The other holes in the top are also eye-catching, Teredo hole spruce. More on that below. Rounding things out is a set of pernambuco back and sides, a wood that is highly valued for both its rarity and musical qualities.
Specs / Measurements
2022
Teredo Sitka Spruce / Pernambuco
~1.80” nut
~25.5” to ~24.75” multi scale
~2.10” string spacing at saddle
Pinless string-through bridge
Gotoh tuners
Original Calton case
Condition / Setup Notes
Excellent (+); The guitar remains in beautiful shape as may be expected for the year. There is little to no wear apparent. Currently set up with string height about 6/64” - 5/64” from bass to treble with just a touch of relief.
Additional Thoughts
First, the Teredo hole spruce. These holes are caused in marine woods by a creature that is colloquially called a ship worm. Teredo navalis is the scientific name, and it is reality a clam and not a worm. They burrow tunnels into marine woods, and this top comes from such salvage. Very cool story. The back and sides also a rare wood, pernambuco, known more for its exclusive use in making orchestral bows. The fundamental design of the soundholes in the side direct more sound toward the player, which makes for a nice playing experience. Overall a nice and unique guitar, with unusual and rare materials.
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