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2018 Andersen Vanguard
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Serial #: 543 Body size at lower bout: 16" Body depth: 2 7/8" Scale length: 24 3/4" Nut width: 1 11/16" Neck depth, 1st/10th frets: .83/.94
Materials: Solid hand graduated bookmatched Adirondack spruce top; handcarved solid flame maple back with matching sides and neck; Macassar ebony headstock head facing; rosewood bound body and heel cap.
Hardware: All original hardware includes Macassar ebony pickguard, tailpiece and compensated adjustable bridge; nickel Waverly Sta-Tite tuners with ebony keys; Handwound nickel Gibson '57 Classic PAF pickup; tropical hardwood volume and tone controls, 1/4" endpin jack, adjustable truss rod with ebony cover.
Notes: Steve Andersen is a legend here in the Pacific Northwest, having produced top-notch acoustic instruments for over 40 years. First famed for his mandolins and flattops, Steve has built an international reputation on his extensive line of world-class archtop guitars, with endorsers including recording star Bill Frisell, and a host of working players coast to coast.
The Vanguard is designed for the gigging player, with a comfortable 16" body, and a built-in pickup for greater sustain and feedback resistance in club or combo settings. The tonal brilliance of the instrument is accentuated with a solid hand graduated soundboard showing characteristic grain and color of Adirondack (red) spruce.
The extravagantly flamed woods, a simple, elegant design, and Andersen's ultra-meticulous fit and finish, result in an instrument of surpassing visual quality, and strong clean lines. At a phenomenal 4lb 15oz, the Vanguard is exceptionally lightweight and well balanced, with a lively resonance rivalling many all-acoustic models. The tight flame figure of the maple is particularly noteworthy, as it is bookmatched with uncommon skill, resulting in a highly symmetrical chevron pattern.
This gleaming guitar has been maintained in 100% original showroom condition, without apparent playwear of any kind. The neck has a comfy, gentle D profile, very easy in the hand. The voice of the X-braced soundboard is warm and open, with a rich, clear tone, and excellent sustain, all conveyed faithfully to the amp by the Gibson '57 Classic PAF pickup
A top-flight instrument for the working player, the Vanguard is rarely seen on the vintage market, and has been unavailable since the maker's retirement some time now. There will be no more, so grab this stunning featherlight wonder while you can. One only, call now.
Setup: This instrument is strung with medium gauge nickel roundwound strings. The guitar will accommodate lighter or heavier gauge strings, according to preference. String action is set at 4/64" to 5/64" 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: Deluxe original black premium Cedar Creek plush lined hardshell case.
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