For Sale: Double your pleasure - McKnight and Woolson 00-12 ***SOLD***

[coopman]

This guitar was the result of a collaborative project between two world class luthiers: Tim McKnight and Paul Woolson. Each contributed their unique expertise in "double" construction. Tim built the double back and sides. Paul built the double top, and I believe the 5 piece laminated neck. Tim applied a beautiful finish that is both wonderfully smooth and durable. Now 12 years old, it is in excellent condition, completely settled, and has developed a rich mature voice. I can't say it has double the volume, but this instrument is surprisingly loud compared with most. The double top yields an immediate response followed by a nice blend of upper partials and size defying sustain and bass. This is all enhanced by the sound port for the player's enjoyment. Sound is of course relative, but I'll post some recently recorded sound clips to give you a rough idea. I've played this at old time jams along with multiple other guitars, fiddles, banjos, dulcimers, etc, and it really holds its own "in the
mix", almost always getting compliments on its great sound. Conversely, it's perfect for quiet couch playing sessions responsive to the lightest touch. Extremely comfortable small body 00 size. Absolutely no issues.

Here are the specs:

Model : 2008 McKnight Woolson 00-12 collaboration guitar
Back & Sides: Outside is Curly African Anigree with beautiful “Beeswing” figuring. Interior is Mahogany
Top: Exterior Top is Western Red Cedar. Interior is Lutz Spruce
Neck: Mahogany-5 piece
Peghead Veneer : Ebony with Woolson "W" and McKnight inlays in premium Abalone
Rosette : Rosewood and Maple purfling
Binding : Rosewood on body, Ebony on fingerboard and peghead w/Maple purfling
Bridge : Ebony with Bone Pins
Nut & Saddle : Bone Nut and Compensated Bone Saddle
Tuners and buttons: Chrome Mini Gotoh
Case : Guardian black hardshell

2.25” Saddle Spacing and 1.75” Nut
Scale: 25.5"
Upper Bout 14 3/8"
Waist 8 1/2"
Upper Bout 10"
Tail Block 4 1/4"
Neck Block 3 1/2"

Recent pictures and sound clips are posted below ...

Pricing:

This is a one of a kind instrument. Paul has indicated this would be $7K if built today, though it's doubtful there will ever be another. Pricing this at a steal for $*** including shipping in the CONUS. Paypal or Bank Check accepted. Not interested in trades at this time.

[coopman]

[coopman]

Some quick and dirty recordings to give you an idea of it's sound.

Std tuning with pick:



Since the first demo of this guitar I heard was done with a partial capo, I decided to follow tradition with a tune of mine own.

Std tuning - partial capo - bare fingers:

[TomB'sox]

What a unique story with the collaboration. It sounds very nice and at that price, I am somewhat shocked it is still here John.

GLWTS

[palolowarrior]

This is a very uniquely built instrument with double top and b/s.
The top is a sandwiched piece with a thin waffle like core called nomex. Double tops were used in fine classical guitars. However, Woolson uses this on his acoustic builds. I have one.

I owned this guitar a few years ago. It is sweet.

[coopman]

Originally Posted by TomB'sox

What a unique story with the collaboration. It sounds very nice and at that price, I am somewhat shocked it is still here John.

GLWTS

Thanks Tom. Yes, the collaboration is an interesting story. The guitar traveled back and forth between the two luthiers a few times during the build. Not the most efficient building method ... but great results allowing Tim and Paul to blend their unique talents.

[coopman]

Off to a new home. Thank you.