The 1960 strat was an exceptional instrument, and it’s clear from this reissue example why the design has remained basically unchanged. This guitar is in excellent condition and the greatest visible wear seems to be on the volume control numbering.As a Custom Shop model, the wood selection is a bit better and the neck’s maple has a fair amount of tight curling. The body is light yet resonant and overall the guitar is comfortable and attractive.
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In recent years, musical instrument makers have been experimenting seriously with ‘non-traditional’ woods and materials, largely due to conservation efforts and import restrictions. In this instrument, Martin uses cherry and European spruce for the body, with mahogany for the neck and Richlite for the fingerboard and bridge. All the woods and related materials used in this guitar are Forest Stewardship Council certified.But make no mistake, this is a Martin and it sounds and plays like one. It’s got the full, even warmth of tone you’d expect and is overall a very nice instrument.
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MORE →1961 was an exceptional period for Fender and the Stratocaster. The rosewood fingerboard had been introduced in 1959; this has the early ‘slab’ style fingerboard with clay dots. This is a beautiful, fully playable example.This guitar includes a copy of a bill of sale – as used! – from a shop in Toronto, the bridge cover, arm, cable, and strap. It’s in good condition except for the decal, which has dried and flaked in areas.
MORE →Here is a really nice Jazz bass with S1 switching system. It is in great shape, plays really well and comes with the original Fender molded hardshell case!
MORE →The charango is a wonderful instrument, containing vastly more music than its size might suggest. This excellent example is a professional-grade instrument in very good condition.
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