Heinonen SJ adi/madi
 

I am working with Drew on an SJ cutaway with a master grade adi top paired with madi back and sides. I must say he is an absolute joy to work with! He is so thorough and asks you questions that are super helpful. I’ve been in this process for a little bit so I well post pics of current progress. No hurry on delivery since I’ve wanted an SJ since 1993 when I saw Wes King play an Olson live. I’ve waited this long so I’m good with Drew taking his time!
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Master grade top Drew has commented several times on how pleased he is with it.https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/202...43a7d09e28.jpg
Radial with b/s through the sound hole. Yes thats Madi in the radial!

That rosette is stellar! Love the flawless adi too.

Thanks! Drew has been blowing my mind with cool options and pictures.
I need to post a few more.

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Sides coming together!! So clean!
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The back on the box.

Got one too
 

Just took delivery about a week ago of a SJ Cedar/EIR. Has that same rosette, really stands out in person. One of the easiest to play guitars I've had.

And yes Drew was easy to talk with, went the extra mile in the final setup to meet my specific specifications. And follows up to make sure things came out exactly right.

Awesome! I’d love to see pictures of it! Good to hear on the playability. I guess coming from Jim Olson’s shop making easy to play guitars becomes second nature.

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EIR for the end wedge with Paula boarder.

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Sweet Madi back along with some Paula. I dig it!

Heinonen SJ adi/madi
 

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EIR binding. Drew pointed out to me to check out how that little bit of naphtha made the top look. Not sure how well it shows here.

See my NGD posting in the general section, lots of detail pictures and specifications.

Wow just left a comment! Amazing looking!!!!!!

Yours will be also. Spent an hour tonight "breaking her in". Love it !!

Heinonen SJ adi/madi
 

Maaaan I can’t wait! I’ve been waiting a long time for a killer SJ.

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Thought I’d post some progress. Drew said he’s getting close to spraying finish and I couldn’t be more excited!

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Another shot of the adi top of the box.