The Santa Cruz Tony Rice signature model is not intended to be a copy of Tony's own 1935 Martin D-28 but rather a modern reinterpretation of the characteristics that make pre-war dreadnoughts so desirable for flatpicking. Clear note separation, articulate bass notes and strong highs and mids were goals in making the Tony Rice model. 

This model was designed with help from Tony Rice himself, featuring a Sitka Spruce top and Indian Rosewood back and sides. 

*Not to be confused with the Tony Rice Professional model, which uses a German Spruce top and Brazilian Rosewood back and sides and thus has nearly twice the street value. 

Years of Production: 1990 - present