Sanzone L-5 build thread

SanzoneGuitars · #1 11-05-2013, 06:13 PM

The second of my current archtop batch, a traditional 16" L-5 drawn from a 1929 Gibson - should've bought that thing when I had the chance! In use here is the last one-piece sitka top I have, sourced from a doublebass set. This special instrument also has a quartersawn one pc Euro maple back, which comes from a giant flitch I purchased bc (before children). X-braced with a lower arch profile to bring out a rounder and more powerful bass response. Also has a great piece of birdseye for the neck. I'm excited to get this one done! Inquire if interested, thanks for looking!

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Hawg · #2 11-10-2013, 07:37 PM

Looking forward to it!

CoolerKing · #3 11-13-2013, 06:18 AM

You don't see wood like that every day, even on AGF. Thanks!

Bluemonk · #4 11-13-2013, 02:36 PM

Very elegant F-holes. Somewhat reminiscent of Benedetto, though narrower at the extremes.

Taylorplayer · #5 11-13-2013, 04:20 PM

Beautiful build that you have going!

Haans · #6 11-19-2013, 06:03 AM

Very nice so far! More pics please...
Do you like the Sitka better than red spruce for tops? Would tone bar bracing make for a punchier tone?