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2007 Trenier Excel
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Serial#: 1040
Body size at lower bout: 17" Body Depth: 3" Scale length: 25 1/2" Nut: 1 3/4"
Finish: Natural blonde finish, nitrocellulose lacquer type.
Materials: Solid bookmatched handcarved European spruce top; handcarved figured tiger maple back and sides; one piece maple neck; solid ebony fingerboard; pearl headstock logo; 5-ply body binding; solid bone nut.
Hardware: Hardware includes ebony/brass tailpiece; bound ebony finger rest; gold Schaller 16X1 tuners; compensated adjustable ebony wedge style bridge.
Notes: Those who've followed our listings over the years know our particular affection for the great noncutaway archtops of the prewar era. The brilliance of these guitars has led us to champion the design in contemporary instruments as well. Now Northwest luthier Bryant Trenier has reinvented the model with some intriguing contemporary touches. This handsome and powerful guitar is the result.
This breathtaking instrument was originally crafted by the builder for his own personal use, and features all hand-selected, top-drawer tonewoods throughout. Based on the dimensions of its D'Angelico namesake, the Excel follows the construction of the classic design, with some intriguing touches. It's 17 inch body is hand carved of extravagant chevron figured tiger flame maple, and a bookmatched European spruce top with X bracing for greater sustain and bass response. The result is an instrument of notable warmth and clarity, with an open acoustic voice rare in newly built guitars. While the center-dip headstock and steamlined pickguard echo classic D'Angelico styling design, Trenier is not content to simply clone an old model verbatim. The sleek S-shaped soundholes, smooth contemporary neck profile and wedge-adjusting non-metallic ebony bridge are an appealing tribute to the style of the great Jimmy D'Aquisto as well.
This example is in immaculate virtually unplayed condition. A striking work of contemporary luthiery, the Trenier Excel delivers robust vintage tone with 21st century playability, in a design that synthesizes the best of old and new. All at an unbeatable price for a true American handbuilt.
Setup: This instrument is strung with medium gauge bronze roundwound strings (.013-.056). 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 arched plushlined hardshell case.
