SAINTE-GENEVIÈVE-DES-BOIS, France
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Carefully inspected and professionally set up by our in-house lutherie workshop, this is a 2019 pre-owned guitar in near-mint condition.New strings fitted (Rotosound 9-46).D’Angelico Deluxe gigbag included.Overall condition: 9.5/10Frets: 10/10Truss rod: OKElectronics: Fully functional100% original, no modifications.D’ANGELICO Premier Mini DC Fiesta RedSerial Number: KP193281Weight: 2.990 kgGibson ES-339-style semi-hollowbody electric guitarBody Type: Double-cutaway semi-hollowbodyConstruction: Solid wood center blockTop: SpruceBack: MapleSides: MapleBody width: 14" (35.6 cm)Body depth: 1.75" (4.45 cm)Body binding: Multi-ply cream bindingFinish: GlossPickguard: 5-ply tortoiseshell-style ScaliniNeck: MapleConstruction: Set-thru neckProfile: Slim CNeck thickness: 20 mm at the 1st fret, 22 mm at the 12th fretTruss rod: Dual-actionFingerboard: OvangkolFingerboard radius: 14" (355.6 mm)Frets: 22 MediumInlays: White pearloid block inlaysFingerboard binding: Multi-ply cream bindingScale length: 25" (635 mm)Nut width: 1 11/16" (42.86 mm)ElectronicsNeck pickup: Seymour Duncan Designed HB-102N HumbuckerBridge pickup: Seymour Duncan Designed HB-101B HumbuckerPickup selector: 3-way toggle switchControls: 2 independent volume controls and 2 independent tone controlsBridge: Chrome Tune-O-MaticTailpiece: D’Angelico StopbarTuners: Grover Rotomatic StairstepHardware finish: ChromeKnobs: Black Speed KnobsFounded in New York in 1932 by John D’Angelico, this brand holds a very special place in the history of American guitar making. Its founder, widely regarded as one of the greatest archtop guitar luthiers of his era, left an enduring mark on jazz history with instruments that have since become highly sought-after references among musicians and collectors alike. Building on this prestigious New York heritage, D’Angelico continues to celebrate elegance, meticulous craftsmanship and distinctive character, while offering modern instruments designed to meet the needs of today's guitarists at increasingly accessible prices. This Premier Mini DC in Fiesta Red perfectly embodies that philosophy, combining a striking visual identity with a particularly appealing semi-hollowbody design.One of its greatest strengths is its compact body shape, inspired by iconic American small-bodied semi-hollow guitars such as the Gibson ES-339. It captures all the charm and elegance of a genuine semi-hollow instrument, but in significantly more compact dimensions that make it exceptionally comfortable to play. Easier to handle than a traditional full-size hollowbody, it offers excellent ergonomics both seated and standing, without compromising the distinctive looks and tonal character associated with this style of guitar.Its semi-hollow construction with a solid center block delivers beautiful resonance, an open and warm acoustic character, while maintaining excellent feedback control when playing at higher volumes. The two Seymour Duncan Designed humbuckers provide impressive versatility, with rich, warm and expressive tones from the neck position, while the bridge pickup delivers greater attack, presence and bite. This makes for a particularly appealing tonal palette, equally at home with blues, jazz and rock as it is with more modern and heavier styles.Compact, comfortable, versatile and beautifully finished, this D’Angelico Premier Mini DC is an excellent alternative to traditional semi-hollowbody guitars for players looking for their distinctive aesthetics and rich tonal character in a more practical and ergonomic format. A truly charming instrument with plenty of personality, offering an impressive range of tonal possibilities at a particularly attractive price point.
Original Price€999
46% price drop
New Price€549
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