The Santa Cruz 1934D Brazilian is their pinnacle dreadnought. This isn’t like the old stuff, it is the old stuff. Built with old growth Brazilian Rosewood back and sides paired with an old growth Adirondack Spruce top all cut in the 1930’s, with hide glue construction. This powerhouse combination is what this is all about. The 1934D Model’s materials are very challenging to acquire, making this a highly sought after heirloom instrument.

About the 1934D Brazilian

In 1934, the powerful 14-fret herringbone dreadnought was unleashed. This has become one of the most revered and sought after designs of the steel string acoustic guitar. No one has reproduced the essence of the iconic original, until now. The secret to the often superior tone of vintage instruments lies in aged woods (crystallized resins) and the relaxation of tensions built-in during manufacture. This is exactly what Santa Cruz accounts for in their 1934D Model.

Brazilian Rosewood cut in the 1930’s, master grade/old growth Adirondack Spruce tops/bracing and real hot hide glue are among their secret weapons. Hot hide glue is a time tested, natural adhesive that sets glass-like and resonant for a quicker, cleaner response. This isn’t ‘like the old stuff.’ It is the old stuff. These rarified materials give it the foundation for a true and genuine vintage sound.

Not every venerable 1930’s herringbone dreadnought was exceptional, as they were products of a small, though nonetheless factory, assembly. By applying their singular tuning and voicing talents and taking the time to ensure a relaxed assembly, Santa Cruz consistently accesses the secrets to the ‘Old Bone’ sound. The original lacquer formula, nitro-cellulose, is composed of the same stuff as trees; so they are protecting and enhancing the sound of the instrument with a fine coating of wood! It is the only choice to complement this heirloom quality guitar.

Includes deluxe Ameritage hardshell case and Lifetime Warranty.

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• Old Growth 1930’s Brazilian Rosewood back and sides
• Old Growth 1930’s Adirondack Spruce top with large soundhole
• Hide Glue construction
• Ebony fretboard, bridge and pins
• Adirondack Spruce advanced X scalloped braces
• Full Ivoroid body, neck and headstock bindings
• Ivoroid heelcap and wedge
• Herringbone top purfling
• Brazilian Rosewood headstock overlay
• Maple/ Black back, side and wedge purfling
• Zipper backstrip
• Mahogany V shaped neck with diamond volute
• Vintage style Ivoroid multi-ring rosette
• Dalmation pickguard
• Nickel Waverly tuners with oval knobs
• Nitrocellulose gloss finish with Vintage tint
• 1 11/16″ nut width
• 2 3/16″ spacing
• 25.25″ scale length
• Ameritage hardshell case
• Lifetime Warranty
• Free shipping in the US