Here for sale we have a Fylde Goodfellow Acoustic Guitar in Natural Gloss finish. Handmade in the UK since 1973, Fylde Guitars are the product of luthier Roger Bucknall's passion, experience and fine eye for detail. These instruments can be found in the hands of some of the world's most highly regarded acoustic artists, from Ken Nicol to Gordon Giltrap. The Goodfellow is a popular model, and has a body shape most commonly resembling a Parlour. This example was crafted in 2001, and comprises a Solid Mahogany back and sides and Solid Cedar top. The neck is made using Mahogany and features an Indian Rosewood fingerboard. Other features include a zero fret nut and sealed Made in Japan tuners.
The Soft ‘V’ shaped neck profile is an absolute joy to play, being carved into a moderately sized shape which is neither too thick or slim. The ‘V’ shape allows for a supremely comfortable grip, with the thumb sitting ergonomically behind the neck granting fluid movement up and down the neck. The Rosewood fingerboard provides a luxuriously smooth playing surface. This example has been refretted with stainless steel frets, ensuring solid playability for years to come. The thin finish applied to the rear of the neck is almost akin to a matte feel, allowing the hand to glide effortlessly across the entire register.
The strong yet light materials used to craft this guitar combined with the thin finish results in a rich and resonant tone, with the tonewood combination of Cedar and Mahogany offering an overall warmth to the more delicate voicing of the Parlour body shape. All in all this guitar would make for a fantastic addition to the collection of any blues or country player thanks to its articulate sound, which manages to accentuate the bassier notes which can often be a little underwhelming in smaller bodied guitars.
Please be aware that for international buyers import fees are not included in our postage and packaging cost, this only covers the cost of the guitar being sent to you. Import fees will be charged by Customs upon the guitar's arrival in the recipient country. Due to Brexit, this also applies to EU buyers. We advise checking the total import cost with Customs as this is not information we are able to accurately provide.
Fylde Goodfellow Natural Gloss 2001 Acoustic Guitar
Brand - Fylde
Model - Goodfellow
Finish - Natural
Year - 2001
Made In - UK
Top - Solid Cedar
Back/Sides - Solid Mahogany
Neck - Mahogany
Fingerboard - Indian Rosewood
Frets - 14 Clear, 22 Total
Scale Length- 24.75"
Nut Width - 1.81"
Our ID: 1221125156010
Weight: 3.7lbs
Serial: 5740
Aesthetic Condition:
Headstock: Overall very good condition, the top edge demonstrates several light indentations to the front edge. These compress the corners but do not pierce the finish. A very small chip can be identified to the treble side front edge. The rear face demonstrates some moderate indentation towards the top edge, which have pierced the finish slightly.
Neck: Overall very good condition, the fingerboard demonstrates some playwear in the early register beneath the treble strings. This cannot be felt beneath the string and does not affect the overall playability of the instrument. The rear of the neck demonstrates very light indentations throughout the register, more notable on the bass side in the early frets. These can be slightly felt beneath the thumb in playing position.
Body: Overall very good condition, the front face demonstrates a notable indentation chipping the finish on the treble side of the lower bout. This has caused some discoloration of the surrounding wood. Similar markings can be identified to the treble side of the soundhole, The bass side shoulder demonstrates some indentations piercing the finish slightly. The edges demonstrate infrequent indentations that do not pierce the finish. All aspects of the body demonstrate finish checking, as is expected for this instrument.
Condition of Frets:
This instrument appears to have had a Stainless Steel Re-fret, performed to a professional standard. There is considerable material remaining for future fret work.
Current Set Up:
Truss Rod: Fully functional. Truss rod tool (7mm socket) not included.
Hardware: Fully functional with light signs of wear.
Structural: No concerns or issues to note.
Height of the string from the 12th Fret-2mm - Bass 2.5mm
Please be aware that the action on a guitar may move slightly in transit and this measurement is the current height.
Strings on Guitar - 11-52
There is moderate material remaining in the saddle for future adjustments.
Electrics: N/A
Case & Accessories
Hiscox hard case
The case demonstrates light signs of use.