Instruments for Sale
I do have some guitars in stock for sale: some new, some pre-owned older master guitars and some rare antique guitars too- enquire please. I also look to buy outright fine master guitars- contact me with what you have for sale please.
Brian Cohen 'Model B'- the 'prototype' guitar, 2008 · Copyright © 2008 ·
This model of guitar is described elsewhere on this site- see the 'Models' page for full information. This example was the first one built to this unique new design, (protected by 'Design Right' 2008). Spruce top, 65 cms, Hauser 1 body outline, Brazilian rosewood back and ribs, with full Cites permit, Cedar neck, and ebony fingerboard- Other Details include double purfling with Figured Koa wood inset on the table, unique specially made rosette, even further refined to accomodate the unique table 'break', the inset purfling on back and ribs of highly figured quarter sawn lacewood, and the finish is 'French Polish'. Cocobolo arm rest fitted, which is removeable. Extra 1/2 fret (20th) at the top of fingerboard is incorporated, and the bridge tie-block has doubled holes.
Condition: This guitar has been professionally played for over a year now- so the full tonal benefits can be evaluated- As predicted, the qualty is clear, loud, and 'clean', and the increased access to the upper reaches of the fingerboard have indeed been realised. The action is exactly as for a standard guitar, so no added stresses have been placed on the table- therefore there are no foreseen disadvantages to this new design of guitar- so succesful is it after the timed trial period of play, I will now to keep this new range of guitars in my range, and will even extend its use to include steel strung acoustic guitars. This model of guitar is only currently available as a private commission, and will not be made available as a 'new order' to any dealers anywhere in the world. The polish has been slghtly marked over the course of the year, and this will be refreshed very soon, so it will be sold virtually 'as new'.
This design is unique to my work, and by publicizing it here, I expose myself to copies being made- no licence has been or will be granted to do this. I would appreciate it if anyone anywhere comes across anyone copying this idea to inform me, as quite a lot of time on the idea itself, and efforts on new construction methods and sequences has gone into the development of this idea. I would like to keep it that way. Thank you
Hiscox Artiste Case (Heavy duty) included in sale price, Full CITES permit included in sale price, but an Accord case either ultralight or Flight can be ordered as an extra. The standard sized cases will fit this guitar. Also the armrest as per the photo is a little too far round 'behind' the guitar- a new one is being made and will be fitted to the corrected position soon, prior to sale. Price- enquire. The full 'lifetime' warrantee as specified elswhere on this site applies to this guitar.
Dimensions:
- Scale length: 65 cms
- Width of fingerboard at Nut: 52.3 mm
- Width of fingerboard at 12th fret: 63 mm
- Width of fingerboard at 19th fret: 66 mm
- String spacing at nut: 44 mm
- Neck Thickness under 1st fret: 22 mm
- String Spacing at bridge: 58 mm (double holed tie- block)
- Neck Thickness under 10th fret: 26 mm
- Body length 482 mm
- Body Width Lower Bout: 368 mm
- Waist: 238 mm
- Body Width Upper Bout: 287 mm
- Body depth: from 100 mm to 98 mm at break, then down to 82 mm at neck join.
Price: Enquire. Sale includes a new Hiscox Artiste case. (Can supply BAM or Accord if required for an additional cost).
Price excludes freight, taxes etc. and VAT ( VAT zero rated if exported from EC, packing free, freight charged at cost- (ParcelForce, FedEx, or UPS)
The guitar can be sent out for approval, for a 48 -hour period after receipt. However, all freight charges, inwards and outwards, must be borne by the client, import duties may be levied in some countries, and for the USA the 'Lacey Declaration' has to be complete in addition to any CITES permit needed. Payment must be in full in advance, and evidence provided of insurance for the journey. For these additional services, a charge will be made. Funds will be refunded in full, provided the guitar arrives back in the shop in the same condition as when it left. If these conditions are not met, then the guitar will be considered 'Sold'.
Photos: Click here
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