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2004 Sadowsky Jim Hall Signature
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Serial #: A030 Finish: Violin burst
Body size at lower bout: 16" Scale length: 24 3/4" Nut width: 1 3/4" Body depth: 2 3/4"
Materials: Arched flamed maple top; tiger flame maple back and sides; solid maple neck with adjustable truss rod; solid ebony fingerboard; 5-ply bound body; triple bound headstock; bound fingerboard
Hardware: Gold Sadowsky/DeMarzio humbucking pickup: solid ebony pickguard with string ground, compensated bridge and tailpiece; gold Schaller tuners with ebony buttons.
Notes: Since the debut of Gibson's ES-175 in 1949, the 16" cutaway archtop has been the workhorse of the journeyman jazz guitarist. One of the first to refine the concept was Jimmy D'Aquisto, who slimmed the depth of the body in the 70's to improve player comfort, added the handsome Venetian cutaway and streamlined soundholes, and retained the laminate body and built in pickup for improved sustain and feedback resistance. Now, a new generation of players and builders have rediscovered the design, making the 16" electric jazz box an indispensable tool for the working pro.
One of D'Aquisto's first customers for his 16" electric was jazz legend Jim Hall. Some three decades later, Hall has collaborated with prolific Brooklyn luthier Roger Sadowsky to produce this latest refinement in a distinguished lineage of working jazz boxes. The body is constructed of highly flamed arched maple, specifically crafted to optimize amplified tone while suppressing feedback, and the custom DeMarzio pickup has been designed to echo the tone of the classic Guild/DeArmond pickup on Hall's original D'Aquisto. The neck profile in particular is one of the most inviting we've played, and the radius of the solid ebony board combined with the immaculately dressed fretwork make for an exceptionally nimble playing experience.
This handsome guitar is an example of the Signature version of the model, which features Hall's name on the peghead, and finish on the binding, just like Hall's own instrument. The Signature Model was built in very small numbers, and is now unavailable from the maker, making it an instant collector's item. This guitar shows particularly attractive flame maple througout, and is in virtually unplayed condition. Call now.
Setup: This instrument is strung with medium gauge (.012-054) flatwound nickel strings. The guitar will accommodate lighter or heavier gauge strings, according to preference. String action is set at 5/64" to 6/64" at the 12th fret, with moderate relief for acoustic playing with medium strings. The action may be lowered or raised to your requirements with the adjustable bridge.
Case: Original deluxe hardshell case.
