A Kostal MDW for cigarfan

[cigarfan]

Originally Posted by jaymarsch

I especially love the back and the end graft details. Jason does such beautiful work.
Best, Jayne

He is truly a artist!

Originally Posted by mikealpine

Goodness gracious, that guitar is just stunning! There is elegance in every area.

I am looking forward to your thoughts after your audition!

Originally Posted by TomB'sox

I have it on very good authority that you are very likely to see it and play it at an event you're attending!!!

Originally Posted by ukejon

Such a beautiful work of art.

Gonna take a while to look at it every time I get her out for a session.

Originally Posted by Dustinfurlow

Man, oh man.....I wish I didn't have gigs come up around the time the show is happening, it would be such a treat to hear this beauty. Has to be in the top 10 nicest guitars I've seen/heard of as far as tonewood combo and aesthetic. Enjoy the guitar in good health man!

Thanks Dustin! I do hope you will have a chance to play her at some point in the future.

Originally Posted by Godfather

Beautiful!!!

Thanks!

Originally Posted by Haasome

That’s special Dennis.

Thanks Paul! Can't tell you how excited I am!

Originally Posted by Naboz

Egad!
I get queasy looking in on custom builds (as I may never justify owning one), and as a professional visual artist and teacher, the incredible builders we get to see here at AGF is like a visit to a beautiful gallery. Jason's design aesthetic is one that really resonates with me. The combinations of this build remind me of many different types of chocolate being enjoyed while in a cathedral (the ABW, binding, etc. and that rosette)--two of my favorite things to explore! You are a very fortunate man, who has very good taste in guitars, Cigarfan.

Thanks for your comments. I told Jason the first time we spoke I'd wanted one of his since I first read his bio. As it nears, I am all a flutter. Can't stop thinking about the reality of holding this beauty!

Originally Posted by doodahdoug

This is a major gorgeous build Dennis. Fingers crossed that Jason finishes it in time to see it at the B.I.G. event.

Keep em' crossed. I should hear from Jason soon when the finisher sends it back to him for the final steps and setup. Once that happens we will know pretty much for sure if B.I.G. will be the unveiling.

[Mary]

Absolutely beautiful.

[Treenewt]

Dennis,

I'm late to this thread, but that is one magnificent looking instrument! The rosette looks like it belongs in a cathedral! Excited for you on this one!

[AlanHw]

The color of the rosette on this MDW is so beautiful!

[Dion James]

Originally Posted by cigarfan

Wow! With the binding the body is beautylicious!

This Coco is going to set things off once the finish is applied.

What a stunning looking set for the back and sides!

[Michael Watts]

I've read this whole thread several times now and I always end up grinning like an idiot to see what Jason is doing with this sublime instrument. Congratulations, it's a serious piece of kit!

[Guitars44me]

What a BEAUTY!!!

I do hope it makes it to B.I.G. And I am sure it will sound even better than it looks!!!

Have FUN Dennis

And stunning work Jason!

Paul

[SprintBob]

That’s so beautiful. In my build notes for my upcoming Kostal build, I mentioned to Jason to discuss alternate binding options and I love the look of that cocobolo binding on this MDW. Can’t wait to hear a demo.

[Carmel Cedar]

Awesome guitar shaping up here, Dennis.

Your experience from prior builds, coupled with what seems like a magic relationship between you and Jason, is leading to a truly special build. Love your sharing it so generously with us (and the upcoming crowd at B.I.G. )

[Diamondave]

Looking at the rosette while you play is gonna be mesmerizing!

[nobo]

Just amazing! Beautiful looking guitar - I think this may well be my favourite Kostal, aesthetically.

[jaymarsch]

The aesthetics of this guitar is off the charts. Very elegant, classy and colorful all at the same time.

Best,
Jayne

[SuperB23]

Looking great!!!!!! I love the Rosette!! Beautiful work of art.

[cigarfan]

Well folks, the guitar made it back to Jason's shop right on time. He tells me unless there is something totally unforseen, this guitar will make it to the B.I.G. event. He and Michael will arrive the same day I do and we are staying at the same place so I may get to audition her a week from today! I'm am losing my mind with anticipation!

I received some new pics I hope to get posted this evening. The artwork is eye popping but you won't believe the silking in the German Spruce top. Rises to the level of "figure". Just gorgeous!

Originally Posted by Mary

Absolutely beautiful.

Thanks Mary. I know you know beautiful so that means a lot coming from you.

Originally Posted by Treenewt

Dennis,
I'm late to this thread, but that is one magnificent looking instrument! The rosette looks like it belongs in a cathedral! Excited for you on this one!

Thanks very much. Only a week to go before I get my hands on it! YeeHaw!

Originally Posted by AlanHw

The color of the rosette on this MDW is so beautiful!

Thanks Alan. Never seen one like it.

Originally Posted by Dion James

What a stunning looking set for the back and sides!

Indeed! Haven't seen a set quite like it.

Originally Posted by Michael Watts

I've read this whole thread several times now and I always end up grinning like an idiot to see what Jason is doing with this sublime instrument. Congratulations, it's a serious piece of kit!

Grinning is my middle name now! I am counting on you for an honest opinion at B.I.G.

Originally Posted by Guitars44me

What a BEAUTY!!!
I do hope it makes it to B.I.G. And I am sure it will sound even better than it looks!!!
Have FUN Dennis
And stunning work Jason!
Paul

Thanks Paul. Looks like the stars are aligning. You may get to try this little sweetheart.

Originally Posted by SprintBob

That’s so beautiful. In my build notes for my upcoming Kostal build, I mentioned to Jason to discuss alternate binding options and I love the look of that cocobolo binding on this MDW. Can’t wait to hear a demo.

Hope to have some audio after B.I.G. And I agree 100%, the Coco is a perfect match for this box.

Originally Posted by Carmel Cedar

Awesome guitar shaping up here, Dennis.
Your experience from prior builds, coupled with what seems like a magic relationship between you and Jason, is leading to a truly special build. Love your sharing it so generously with us (and the upcoming crowd at B.I.G. )

Thanks Andy. Just sorry you couldn't make it to the inaugural dance. Hope you can make it next year.

Originally Posted by Diamondave

Looking at the rosette while you play is gonna be mesmerizing!

And I may have to pause now and again and spin it around for a gander at the back!

Originally Posted by nobo

Just amazing! Beautiful looking guitar - I think this may well be my favourite Kostal, aesthetically.

Love the look myself. And given Jason's prowess as a builder, the tone will be heavenly.

Originally Posted by jaymarsch

The aesthetics of this guitar is off the charts. Very elegant, classy and colorful all at the same time.
Best, Jayne

Couldn't have said it better myself. And exactly what I said to Jason before we got started.

Originally Posted by SuperB23

Looking great!!!!!! I love the Rosette!! Beautiful work of art.

Thanks Bobby. Appreciate you checking in.

[TomB'sox]

WOOT WOOT. That is such great news....Dennis told me about 6 weeks ago that Jason was really working hard to get this to B.I.G., but all the stars had to align and thank goodness they did.

What a feather in the cap for B.I.G. This will be two guitars that will be revealed to their new owners at the event. Edwinson is also making a delivery to a customer!!!

How exciting, two guitars seen in person for the first time after years waiting!!!

Way to go Jason and thank you so much for Dennis for coming to B.I.G.!!!!