Build Thread: Kent Chasson Concert Cedar/Walnut

[Kent Chasson]

Thanks, all.

Originally Posted by SJ VanSandt

That looks phenomenal under finish! Did the woods darken that much just from the finishing process, or were they helped along by some sort of stain? I love how the reddish tint harmonizes all of the woods with that glorious fingerboard. I also love how the lighter neck adds contrast yet still blends in with its subtle transition at either end. This guitar is a home run - great work!

No stain, just typical darkening under finish. The whole thing probably looks a little lighter in person but the photos are close. I also like the way all the colors work together. Enough contrast but complimentary. Thanks.

[Kent Chasson]

Forgot to say that after hearing it, I'm REALLY happy with this cedar. This is the first of the batch that I've built with and I'm glad I have plenty more.

[Backpocketnj]

Looking forward to this fine guitar coming today!

[Kent Chasson]

Just wanted to follow this up. Backpocket posted a review of this in the main forum. And here is another quick and dirty recording I made before shipping it.

[gregg]

Originally Posted by Kent Chasson

Just wanted to follow this up. Backpocket posted a review of this in the main forum. And here is another quick and dirty recording I made before shipping it.

Looks and sounds beautiful to me.

[TomB'sox]

That really sounds beautiful, great playing also.

[W. D.]

Stunning tone from the very beginning! Another great one, Kent. I'm sure the customer will be more than thrilled. And it will mature; wow!

This illustrates once again the primacy of the builder in terms of tone. I played a "similar" luthier-built guitar recently -- same wood combo and size -- and the sounds could not be more different. I prefer Kent's, hands down, but others might want another tone.

[SJ VanSandt]

The guitar sounds fabulous in your hands, Kent. You may not be Tommy Emanuel or Tony Rice, but you have exactly the right chops to demonstrate just how beautiful your guitar can sound! Really outstanding in every way.

[Kent Chasson]

Thanks for all the kind words. And always fun to break into a new stash of wood!