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2017 Kevin Ryan Mission Grand Concert
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Serial #: 885.407.72, signed by the builder. Body width at lower bout: 15" Nut Width: 1 3/4" Scale length: 25 1/2" String spacing at saddle: 2 1/4" Body depth, endpin to heel: 4 5/8"- 3 5/8"
Materials: Solid bookmatched Sitka spruce top; solid bookmatched Indian Rosewood back and sides; solid one-piece mahogany neck with ebony fingerboard; ebony bridge with compensated bone saddle and inlaid bridge pins; Gotoh 510 18:1 tuners; Paua abalone logo and soundhole rosette; 5 ply body binding; adjustable truss rod. Baggs I-Beam bridge plate pickup, with thumbwheel volume control and endpin jack.
Notes: Guitar building: it's not rocket science. Unless you happen to be Kevin Ryan.
At his Southern California workshop, Ryan has brought precision design concepts to his meticulously crafted acoustic guitars, techniques inspired by his work as an engineer at the Northrup Aeroscience Lab. Ryan's acoustic innovations include laser sculpted 'EO' lattice bracing for ultra-light construction, a spherically arched back for enhanced projection, and a unique extended bridgeplate, strategically perforated for maximum resonance.
This handsome guitar is fitted with an X-braced soundboard of fine grained quartersawn Sitka spruce, solid Indian rosewood body, and solid ebony fingerboard and bridge. With its elegant 5 ply body binding, the instrument is graced with a striking Paua abalone logo and soundhole rosette as well.
At just 4lb 12 oz, the guitar is notably lightweight, and its gently tapered 15" body sits nimbly on the lap, ideal for either finger or pick style play. With its generous 1 3/4" nut, the easy D profile neck offers smooth, low action over a fresh high precision setup. The long 25 1/2" scale and gently arched back provide excellent projection and dynamic range, with a graceful Venetian cutaway affording enhanced access to the uppermost frets.
This pristine example is in 100% original condition, and is equipped with a Baggs I-Beam bridge plate pickup, ultra smooth Gotoh18:1 tuners, and a premium TKL AVS velour lined hardshell case.
Take flight with this striking and versatile instrument, from one of America's most innovative builders: one only, call now.
Setup: This instrument is strung with medium gauge bronze strings. Action is adjusted to 4-5/64" at the 12th fret. The guitar will accommodate lighter strings, according to preference.
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