A Kostal MDW for cigarfan

[nobo]

Wow! Amazing set of ABW (must say I am partial to the look of the sapwood - though sounds like you have something up your sleeve for the backstrip). And, like you, that is one of my favourite Kostal rosettes - perhaps even my favourite!

I'm fortunate to have a played a number of Jason's guitars (and to own two) - and really enjoyed Mr Watts' MDW: a truly fabulous sounding instrument.

This one looks like it's going to be awesome...!

[JoeCharter]

Congratulations, Dennis! And Happy New Year...

Love the set of ABW that you selected.

[cigarfan]

Originally Posted by SJ VanSandt

That's one of my favorite Kostal rosettes - it really does look like stained glass. I hope he can come pretty close for you. I love the sapwood on that back - personally I'd rather have that than a backstrip. Either way, this is going to a stunner - congrats!

Originally Posted by ukejon

Gorgeous woods. I got to play Michael Watt’s Kostsl a number of years back and those cutaway dreads are absolutely amazing. Huge but balanced tone. Congrats.

Originally Posted by invguy921

Dennis, That looks like it will be an awesome guitar! I like the shape and can only imagine the great full sound that will come out of this one given the size and the 12 fret design. Should be a show stopper! Anxious to see how this one comes along. Happy for you!! Congratulations!

Originally Posted by rlxnply

Congrats! I got to visit Jason’s shop a while back and it was very impressive. You are in for a treat.

Originally Posted by Erithon

Congratulations, Dennis! This is unbelievably exciting. And what a set of African Blackwood! I'll be following along with much excitement.

Originally Posted by bmh1

This is wonderful Dennis! Thanks for bringing us along on this journey! I'm loving the ABW. This guitar is going to be something!
beth

Originally Posted by Godfather

Wow! That ABW is spectacular. Thanks for taking us along for the journey Dennis. I will be checking in here frequently.

Originally Posted by SoCalSurf

That's some serious eye candy already. Can't wait to see the progress. Congratulations!

Originally Posted by nobo

Wow! Amazing set of ABW (must say I am partial to the look of the sapwood - though sounds like you have something up your sleeve for the backstrip). And, like you, that is one of my favourite Kostal rosettes - perhaps even my favourite!
I'm fortunate to have a played a number of Jason's guitars (and to own two) - and really enjoyed Mr Watts' MDW: a truly fabulous sounding instrument.
This one looks like it's going to be awesome...!

Originally Posted by JoeCharter

Congratulations, Dennis! And Happy New Year...
Love the set of ABW that you selected.

Thank you folks for the well wishes and congrats. I am honored to have you all following along.

[cigarfan]

Originally Posted by Mbroady

Wow, No, Really, WOW
There is a recent thread about guitars you would never sell. I’ll assume this one will make the list.

And your assumption would be correct! I have a Tippin, Kinnaird and this one that will likely be with me until the end.

Originally Posted by TomB'sox

I am going to make a shameless plug here. Dennis as a former moderator can ask me to delete it if he would like and I will gladly do so but there seems to be a lot of Jason Kostal love here. If people want to meet him and try his guitars in person he is going to be attending the B. I. G. Event in March. I have room for about 10 more people first come first serve. Come show Jason your love personally and have a great time with the rest of us.

I will second Tom's suggestion. To meet and mingle with Jason and Michael Watts and all the AGFers is going to be special. Don't miss it!

Originally Posted by steveh

Man that ABW is better than the stuff Jason used on mine!
I had a full-fat Kostal MD in ABW and sold it partly because, over time, I found it was far too large for me. I didn't order a wedge and thought I would play the OM more anyway...I didn't. I really liked what the MD offered.
So, I think the MDW size is a perfect compromise. I've played Michael's and it's a very comfortable guitar indeed while still bringing most of the qualities of the full-on model.
Cheers, Steve

Thanks for the input. Makes me feel I made the right choice on model.

Originally Posted by Kenny B

Love everything there is about this build. Only thing I would do differently is opt for the 25.25 scale length. With that deep body, a longer scale length would allow it to shine just a bit more. Still, it's gonna be a winner.

Thanks for the feedback. I plan to discuss this with Jason.

[Mbroady]

Originally Posted by cigarfan

And your assumption would be correct! I have a Tippin, Kinnaird and this one that will likely be with me until the end.

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Well they do say that playing music is good for your health and longevity. So with those guitars you should be around for a long, long long time

[Diamondave]

Dennis, Happy New year, gonna be a blast watching this come together, thx for sharing...!!!

[Marcus Wong]

Originally Posted by cigarfan

I just had to bump this. Wow Dennis, what incredible woods, and of course builder! I'm about to receive mine end of the month so I can't imagine how painful the wait must be for you congratulations!!

[Steve Kinnaird]

Dennis, put me down as one more who is impressed with that set of ABlackwood. Wow!

Steve

[pandaroo]

This ABW is just superb looking! In the hands of Kostal, this is going to be epic!

[dharwin]

Looks like a dream guitar being brought to life. Congratulations!

[cigarfan]

Originally Posted by Diamondave

Dennis, Happy New year, gonna be a blast watching this come together, thx for sharing...!!!

I'm gonna be watchin' right there along side ya! Thx Dave.

Originally Posted by Marcus Wong

I just had to bump this. Wow Dennis, what incredible woods, and of course builder! I'm about to receive mine end of the month so I can't imagine how painful the wait must be for you congratulations!!

Its the good kind of painful Marcus!

Originally Posted by Steve Kinnaird

Dennis, put me down as one more who is impressed with that set of ABlackwood. Wow!
Steve

Thx Steve. Best set I've ever seen.

Originally Posted by pandaroo

This ABW is just superb looking! In the hands of Kostal, this is going to be epic!

Yeah baby, epic is a good word. Thx for following along.

Originally Posted by dharwin

Looks like a dream guitar being brought to life. Congratulations!

Been dreamin' bout this since Jason ventured out on his own. Thx


I know many of you will jones on me for eliminating the sapwood but Jason and I have agreed to do something special with the back. An initial backstrip in Cocobolo to match our binding. Man, this is going to punch against the dark ABW.




Here Jason shows his layout for the art deco blocks and the gorgeous piece of dyed burl they will be cut from. Wowsa!



This dye work is nothing short of spectacular!



Until the next photos!

[TomB'sox]

Holy cow, that beats the snot out of the sapwood! How did that wood even get dyed like that, man that is cool stuff.

[Guitars44me]

This is going to be a MONSTER!!!

I second Tom on the dyed burl. Fantastic stuff

Cheers

Paul

[ericcsong]

Originally Posted by cigarfan

Until the next photos!

Dennis,

Looks amazing! Sorry I missed you and John in Vienna. Glad to see more Kostals coming to the DC area!

[cigarfan]

Well, Jason worked late and finished the deco inlays on the back. OMG! Wait till you see this.

Photos posted tonight when I get home. (and I pick my jaw up off the floor)