Instrument Gallery
In an effort to determine how our AO1 Process affects different instrument types, we’ve sought out many fine guitars, violins etc. that all feature different structural qualities to analyze. This process creates an inventory of fabulous processed, slightly pre-owned, ready to purchase instruments that we are proud to offer for purchase here periodically. This is the perfect opportunity for someone who doesn’t want to wait 2 weeks, or wants to experience the process firsthand before having it done to their own instrument.
All instruments here have had the AO1 process and sound absolutely stunning. Please feel free to ask any questions about any instrument featured here.
AO1-Processed Martin D-28 Marquis
Indian Rosewood back & sides |Adirondak Spruce top | Dreadnought
Crafted to evoke the same tone and projection as a pre-war D-28, the Marquis D-28 delivers powerful sounds with scalloped braces and forward-shifted X-bracing. The list of historically accurate details captures the authentic spirit of the Martin D-28: mahogany blocks/dovetail neck joint construction, slot-through saddle, herringbone binding, neck dart, zipper back marquetry, ivoroid binding, herringbone top trim,Waverly butterbean tuners, old-style wood fiber rosette, beveled and polished tortoise pickguard; ebony bridge with long saddle; modified V-shaped neck; ebony fretboard with diamond and square inlays; and fossil ivory nut, saddle, and bridgepins.
Frank’s Notes: “Before: Dynamic range and volume were very low. Not expressive and lacking the big ‘Martin’ sound. After: Plenty of big Martin sound and full dynamic range. Very complex and great for finger style, flat-picking, or strumming.”
Processed 9/12/2008
Comes with Martin hardshell, arched case
List Price: $5299.00
SALE: $3199.00 SOLD
AO1-Processed Guild D-55
Indian Rosewood back & sides | Mahogany neck | Spruce top | Dreadnought
Guild’s flagship model, the D55 was first introduced in 1968. The D55 is prized by players worldwide-from John Renbourn to the Barenaked Ladies. This model features a Spruce top, Rosewood back and sides, a three-piece Mahogany neck, Ebony bridge and fretboard with Mother-of-Pearl and Abalone block position inlays, G-shield logo & Grover Rotomatic tuners.
Frank’s Notes: “Before: Good tone but low volume and very resistant to playing. After: Opened up immensely. Louder and much more responsive to the touch.”
Processed 10/20/2008
Comes with Guild hardshell case
List Price: $3199.00
SALE: $2350.00 SOLD
AO1-Processed Guild JF3012
Maple back & sides | Mahogany neck | Spruce top | Dreadnought
For over 53 years, Guild’s 12 string acoustics have dominated the market. Their loud, resonant tone has pleased singer-songwriters and instrumentalists alike. The JF3012 is their jumbo body model, with a solid spruce top, solid figured maple back and sides, ebony fingerboard and bridge, bone nut and saddle, three-piece mahogany/maple/mahogany neck, wood binding and special pearl inlay.
Frank’s Notes: “Before: Wonderful warm instrument but it lacked sustain and complexity. After: It kept all of its warmth but we added chime, sustain, improved dynamic range and made it much easier to the touch. “
Processed 6/20/2008
Comes with Guild hardshell case
List Price: $1799.00
