Exploring limitless possibilities, our result in the wake of countless experimentation came in the form of the Hybrid Shell Walnut/Birch: combining the superior quality warmth and mid to low frequency tone of the increasingly popular and truly unique Walnut, with the well-defined and uncompromisingly solid attack of Birch.

Whilst we successfully preserved their unique sonic trademarks, the characteristics of both Walnut and Birch blend to persuade a very focused sound that would define itself with great distinction within a musical ensemble; married with controlled sustain and clarity; all sealed with an undeniably palpable feeling of warmth and resonance when performed.