Kronbauerized

Cazon · #1 09-06-2013, 06:27 AM

I used to have a top of the line Larrivee LV-10. Sold it 2 years ago to buy my Canteri, but always wanted another MJ body.
Played a couple of J-185's (nice but the ones I tried all had 'barn-door' pre-amps cut into the sides of the bodies), was really keen on having a custom 0000 built but gave up due to the lack of interest shown from the builder, and then arrived at the opportunity to get an MJ directly from Trevor Kronbauer.

I went ahead and ordered this beautie. I have to make special mention of the fact that he went all the way to accommodate me - even took a $700 knock off his price to honour his "delivered-quote"!!! That is the mark of a true gentleman in my book.

As for the guitar, it is stunning and sounds heavenly with lots of projection, superb balance (like Larrivees) but with more punch.
I'm a hog-guy, but love the "Koa-sound" with great bass, punchy mids and clear trebles, ringing all the way up the neck. It also has a nice full neck with a subtle V profile, very comfy for playing chords.
The Spruce is beautiful, well cut with lots of silking and no visible runout, it sounds great already and still needs to be played in - I'm so exited about this journey...

Well done and thank you Trevor!!

ship of fools · #2 09-06-2013, 06:43 AM

I don't recall seeing those but there might be one or two people who might not like the K's, yours is just stunning looking and I am sure a killer guitar.
Thats a gorgeous top and the finish looks awesome, congrats and I am sure it can only sound better once you start to get to know it.ship

racman · #3 09-06-2013, 07:25 AM

Congrats Zohn- pity we now live so far apart so we can't get together. I have heard that Trevor builds great guitars so I am sure this is a keeper!

cotten · #4 09-06-2013, 08:17 AM

Congratulations on getting a beautiful guitar with the sound and feel and price you like. That's always a reason to celebrate!

cotten

B Chas · #5 09-06-2013, 08:29 AM

Welcome to the Kroni Club. Trevor makes a great guitar regardless of price. The fact that he builds customs that are affordable is even better. Congratulations.

ljguitar · #6 09-06-2013, 09:36 AM

Siblings abound…

2003 MiniJumbo Koa/Sitka…sideport added

Balanced, warm, sweet high end, kicks like a mule (holds it's own in a jam), and sustains through next Wednesday…

Cazon · #7 09-06-2013, 11:18 AM

Hey thanks guys!

B Chas and Larry I know what you mean - Larry your's looks a gem, believe me no 266 (the first and only one in Africa) is too!!

ship of fools · #8 09-06-2013, 01:15 PM

I can't believe that he has only built 150 more since mine was done in 2006, mine was 106.

You can't ever take mine away and I know its going to stay with me till that day I can no longer play it.ship

ljguitar · #9 09-06-2013, 01:26 PM

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Originally Posted by ship of fools

I can't believe that he has only built 150 more since mine was done in 2006, mine was 106.

Hi Ship...

Builders ordinarily build 15-20 guitars a year.

Some builders have refined it to an art (like James Olson) and can produce 50 or 60 a year, but that's really dependent on a lot of shop space, multiple sets of jigs and tools, and vacuum presses & spray booths which can handle multiple backs/tops at once (and being extremely self-disciplined day-in/out), and not having a full-time day job to come home from to continue building guitars.

B Chas · #10 09-06-2013, 03:37 PM

Mine is also a 2006, a 00 12 fret "small body", mine has a serial number in the same range. Trevor included the sound port as part of the custom build. love my Kroni.

Cazon · #11 09-06-2013, 11:28 PM

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Originally Posted by ljguitar

Hi Ship...

Builders ordinarily build 15-20 guitars a year.

Some builders have refined it to an art (like James Olson) and can produce 50 or 60 a year, but that's really dependent on a lot of shop space, multiple sets of jigs and tools, and vacuum presses & spray booths which can handle multiple backs/tops at once (and being extremely self-disciplined day-in/out), and not having a full-time day job to come home from to continue building guitars.

I agree, naturally a builder's production rate is motivated by his order book. I would imagine James has considerably more guitars on order and has thus streamlined his production to suit. I personally think it is fabulous that Trevor builds them one at a time though.

Wow there are some nice Kronies owned on this forum. I'm soooo curious to know what his small bodies sound like...

ship of fools · #12 09-07-2013, 08:12 AM

I really love the looks of your Kronbauer that is such a pretty little girl and Larry it just seemed that was a longer time in between, but it makes perfect xense to me to have a limited build over a year, you only have the pressure that you put on yourself that way. And thats why he makes really awesome guitars. I almost considered buying one of his first small bodies that Peachlander was selling a while back but alas the lack of room keeps me in check along with my darling wife.ship

Amarc · #13 09-07-2013, 07:39 PM

Cazon,

I'm glad you finally got your Kronbauer, as you were interested in the one I purchased. I was also very tempted to buy one of Trevor's koa bodies. I just love that sound. For what it's worth, we are siblings! My Kronie is #265, the one built just before yours. I'm guessing that my cedar top & EIR imparts a somewhat similar sound to your koa body with the spruce top. Congratulations!

Art

Cazon · #14 09-08-2013, 12:34 AM

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Originally Posted by Amarc

Cazon,

I'm glad you finally got your Kronbauer, as you were interested in the one I purchased. I was also very tempted to buy one of Trevor's koa bodies. I just love that sound. For what it's worth, we are siblings! My Kronie is #265, the one built just before yours. I'm guessing that my cedar top & EIR imparts a somewhat similar sound to your koa body with the spruce top. Congratulations!

Art

Siblings indeed!! - Thanks Art

how would I love to be able to hear and play every Kronie mentioned on this thread. Fitness1 got himself an awesome Sitka/hog specimen last week too...
http://www.acousticguitarforum.com/f....php?p=3612110

70man · #15 09-08-2013, 03:35 AM

Wow ,Great looking guitar.Trevor sent me a picture of a "koa" he had just finished, sitting on his bench, a few weeks back.I wish I'd archived the message,Might even be the same one.Real nice,great score mate.Another one for the B.C luthiers.Up and coming area to find a well constructed instrument.
Is it light?.I like the gentle curve on the bridge pins....that will save hassles in years to come.
Also seems "Koa is a Goa" at present, Or Maybe its a Ren Furguson Thing from 2006 ,then jumping ship to Guild ,Out comes Koa anni,and Ovation and Fender , Has Martin made a Koa this Year?
Anyhow that is one striking guitar.Congrats

70man