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For your consideration in my 2014 Applegate SJ. It has a Swiss/Euro Spruce top and an incredible set of Ziricote for its back and sides.
With Brian Applegate having been mentored by no other than Jim Olson himself, it's no surprise that the craftsmanship is top notch and the sound is very "Olson-esque". Even the bridge is identical to that of an Olson. Brian's build and bracing also makes for a very responsive guitar with great amount of sustain and projection.
This one has the following premium upgrades/features:
Ziricote and Swiss/Euro wood upgrade
Ziricote neck (soft V profile) and Bocote bindings
Bound sound port that adds even more volume and projection to an already very responsive and lightly built guitar. You can definitely hear the difference when you cover and open it with your hand. It just adds another dimension to the overall sweet voice of this guitar.
A visually appealing Ryan-style arm bevel that makes the guitar ergonomic and very comfortable to play.
Gold EVO frets that are much more durable than your standard nickel wires and they look really nice too.
K&K Mini pick-up
Finally, the richly hued abalone inlays that make up the interlocking diamond rosette and fingerboard inlays just completes the upscale look of this guitar.
Specifications:
Ziricote back and sides +$750
Swiss/Euro Spruce top +$300
Ziricote/Bocote neck +$$$
Bocote bindings
Interlocking diamond rosette +$$$
Ryan style arm bevel with Bocote veneer +$800
Sound port bound in Bocote + $200
Ebony bridge and fretboard
Soft V neck profile
Gold Evo fret wire
Neck dart
Gotoh Delta 510 tuners
Bone nut and saddle
Clear pickguard
K&K Mini pick-up +$250
Deluxe arched Cedar Creek hardshell case
Measurements from Brian's website:
Body length 19.6
Upper Bout 11.1875
Lower Bout 15.25
Waist 9.3125
Nut width 1.75
Depth at Head Block 3.875
Depth at tail Block 4.625
Condition: This Applegate is in very good condition with excellent playability and no structural issues. The only blemishes I can see are a few tiny indentations on the top that are only visible when you really look closely, and a light finish scratch at the back (that probably will buff out). I can send close up pics of them upon request. Other than that, it's an awesome playing and sounding guitar. It was recently setup at Dream Guitars earlier this year so action and playability is spot on. Comes from a pet and smoke free home. Always properly humidified in my guitar room and always stored in its case when not being played. Comes with a Deluxe arched TKL hardshell case that is in pristine condition.
As per Brian's website (), with all the upgrades this one has, this would cost close to $8K to build today.
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