Crystalline clarity across the fretboard; perfectly balanced from bass to treble. This is a Model R from Jeff Traugott that’s opened up handsomely since 1999, and offers a glassy, engrossing voice for the fingerstylist who makes every note count. Incredible. Brazilian Rosewood back and sides paired with German Spruce on top, with a medium thickness, C profile neck that feels smooth and familiar in hand. We’re excited that this beauty has a Highlander IP-2 pickup system installed—reliability of a UST plus the warmth and breathiness of an internal boom mic. It sounds just as good amplified as acoustic. There’s hardly a mark on it; this has been a well-cared for Traugott. All the better to let the premium BRW back set shine! The grain has a gentle wave to it that’s set off by the brick-red hues and black ink lines throughout.
As do all Traugotts, this one comes wrapped safe and sound in a Calton flight case.
"This one has some magic in it. I have played more Traugotts than most people on the planet and this one is special. Maybe it’s because it’s over 20 years old and the wood has been vibrated into maximum expression. Or maybe the stars just aligned on that fateful day in 1999 when this beauty was created. But it’s that good." - Paul Heumiller
03-11-2021, 12:09 PM
1999 Traugott R, Brazilian Rosewood/German Spruce
