Heritage H-575 Custom Antique Sunburst 2004

Built in the prestigious historic Kalamazoo, Michigan factory, this 2004 Heritage H-575 Custom in Antique Sunburst finish proudly carries on the authentic legacy of the great hand-crafted American archtop guitars made since the 1950s.

The Heritage Guitars brand was officially founded in 1985 when several former Gibson master luthiers refused to leave the legendary Parsons Street factory after Gibson relocated its production to Nashville.

Among them were Jim Deurloo, Marvin Lamb and JP Moats, iconic craftsmen who had contributed to the construction of some of the most celebrated Gibson jazz and hollow body guitars of the American golden era.

Their objective was clear: to preserve a traditional handcrafted approach, producing guitars in small batches with exceptional attention paid to tonewood selection, finishes and hand-assembly.

The H-575 model was conceived as a high-end interpretation of the great American jazz archtops, inspired by instruments such as the Gibson ES-175 and Super 400, yet with a more artisanal identity and a more exclusive production approach.

It was therefore developed within this philosophy as a premium hollow body archtop designed for musicians seeking the harmonic richness, acoustic projection and playing comfort of the finest American jazz instruments.

Over the years, the H-575 has become one of the brand’s flagship models thanks to its remarkable balance of vintage elegance, refined craftsmanship and sonic versatility.

This 2004 Custom version perfectly embodies that spirit with its warm Antique Sunburst finish inspired by the great classic American jazz guitars, and its entirely hand-built construction in the historic Kalamazoo factory.

Highly regarded by jazz, blues, swing and fusion guitarists alike, Heritage guitars from this era are now recognized for their outstanding build quality as well as for their artisanal approach, which has become increasingly rare in the world of American hollow body guitars.

In short, this 2004 Heritage H-575 Custom represents a true piece of American handcrafted luthiery, combining vintage elegance, exceptional playing comfort and refined jazz tones worthy of the finest historic hollow body guitars.

Technical specifications:

• Top: Maple
• Back: Maple
• Sides: Maple
• Neck: Mahogany
• Fingerboard: Rosewood
• Nut width: 43 mm
• Radius: 12"
• Frets: 20 medium jumbo frets
• Scale length: 24.75" (628 mm)
• Neck profile: Slim C
• Pickguard: Black-stained figured maple
• Hardware: Gold
• Pickups: 2x Schaller Golden 50’s Humbuckers
• Controls: 2x Volume / 2x Tone / 3-way toggle switch
• Country of manufacture: USA, Kalamazoo
• Year: 2004
• Finish: Antique Sunburst
• Appointments: Multi-ply binding on top, back, fingerboard and headstock / White pearl block inlays
• Details: Slight mark on the binding / Light signs of normal use / Excellent condition / Original hard case included

Like all our instruments, this guitar has been professionally set up with the utmost care.

As a result, it offers outstanding playing comfort, with a low action, an effortless and supple feel, further enhanced by flatwound strings.

This H-575 delivers a deep, warm and incredibly smooth tone, with round lows, rich mids and remarkable clarity, making it ideal for both traditional jazz and more modern styles.

Its precise attack, natural sustain and exceptional acoustic resonance provide a luxurious and expressive playing experience that will instantly appeal to lovers of characterful American archtops.