The Martin D-41 Dreadnought Centennial commemorates the 100th anniversary of the first Dreadnought guitars, built by Martin for the Charles H. Ditson company. For this anniversary, a number of Dreadnought models were produced in limited numbers. Named for what was then the largest warship ever built – the 1906 HMS Dreadnought – the first Martin / Ditson Dreadnoughts were so large and produced so much bass that it might have been marketed as a bass guitar.
Indian Rosewood
Appearing towards the end of 1962, the Gibson B-25 replaced by way of renaming both the LG-2 and LG-3 models, which only differed in top finish. The sunburst top LG-2 became the B-25, while the natural finish top LG-3 became the B-25N. All three models were identical in terms of construction.
Built during 1997 at Newtonwards, Northern Ireland, this Lowden S12 pairs a Sitka Spruce top with Mahogany for the sides, back and neck. Overall this Lowden S12 is in good condition with light play wear. At some point, the pinless bridge was professionally re-glued. It plays nicely, and is responsive having a well developed voice with plenty of volume and projection.
The PRS Custom 24 is the guitar that really started PRS in the production guitar world at the end of 1985. Blending the best elements of other designs in an elegant and attractive package, the Custom 24 has been at the core of the PRS line since its introduction.
For 2006, the Memphis plant introduced the Gibson Satin 335, a somewhat stripped down version of the classic design. Most noticeably, the fingerboard was unbound and the finish is satin – sunburst, cherry or translucent black as seen here. Later versions seem to have restored the fingerboard binding. These models were discontinued with the Memphis plant itself in 2019.
Presented here is the exquisite Shijie TLV Master 5 Anniversary Limited Edition, crafted in 2020. This particular piece holds the prestigious designation of number 35 out of a limited run of 50 guitars, personally signed by its creator, Alex Wong. Boasting an elegant design, this guitar showcases a Roasted Ash body complemented by a one-piece Indian Rosewood neck accentuated with a Mahogany insert.