This guitar is a commission sale. If you have a high-end or vintage guitar you are interested in selling please contact us.
Due to the value & fragility of this instrument, it is offered as COLLECTION ONLY from our Ashton-under-Lyne store. Specialist courier delivery is available from £55 - please inquire.
Here for sale we have a Goodall Rosewood Standard Cutaway in Gloss Natural finish. Since building his first guitar in 1972, James Goodall has gone on to become one of the finest luthiers producing hand-made acoustic guitars today. Now a family business, James and his son Luke’s workshop produce just two guitars of the finest quality each week.
Made in Hawaii. USA in 1994, the fairly early example of Goodall's fantastic work features an all-solid bolt-on construction comprising a Sitka Spruce top, Indian Rosewood back and sides, Mahogany neck and 20 fret Ebony fingerboard with matching bridge. The body is double-bound in Koa, whilst the top is handsomely adorned with an Abalone rosette. Abalone is also selected for the diamond fingerboard inlays and headstock logo. Chrome Schaller tuning machines with Ebony buttons are fitted, along with a Bone saddle & nut. An LR Baggs Anthem pickup system has been fitted, and completes a very well appointed instrument.
The Mahogany neck plays very well, with a profile that might be described as a rather shallow 'C' shape which offers ergonomic thumb positioning and smooth articulate playability across the register. Certainly on the slimmer side, the neck is exceptionally playable for an acoustic guitar, feeling smooth & easy in a wide variety of contexts. The Ebony of the fingerboard is of the highest quality, with a very dark appearance and tight grain, the playing surface feels fantastic under the fingers. This, along with the Abalone inlays add a real sense of luxury to the playing experience, whilst the generous cutaway enhances access to the upper register.
The acoustic voice of the Goodall Rosewood Standard is rich and exceptionally well balanced. The bass response is deep and sumptuous, adding a real sense of character to the overall sound. Mids are open and clear, whilst the top end is bright and shimmering. This makes every note played on the instrument shimmer with a lush and luxurious tone that you would not normally expect from such a large body shape. The Sitka Spruce top projects very well, producing plenty of volume and a wide dynamic range which feels nicely responsive to the player's touch. The addition of LR Baggs' excellent Anthem system means you can use the instrument in both recording & live situations with ease. A beautifully hand crafted instrument which exemplifies the Goodall family's stellar work.
This guitar is a commission sale. If you have a high-end or vintage guitar you are interested in selling please contact us.
Due to the value & fragility of this instrument, it is offered as COLLECTION ONLY from our Ashton-under-Lyne store. Specialist courier delivery is available from £55 - please inquire.
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.
James Goodall Rosewood Standard Cutaway Gloss Natural 1994 Hand-Made Acoustic
Brand - James Goodall
Model - Rosewood Standard Cutaway
Finish - Gloss Natural
Year - 1994
Made In - USA
Top - Spruce
Back/Sides - Indian Rosewood
Neck - Mahogany
Fingerboard - Ebony
Fingerboard Radius - 14" (Measured)
Frets - 14 Clear, 20 Total
Scale Length- 25.5"
Nut Width - 1.8"
Pickups - LR Baggs Anthem/Tru-Mic Hybrid System
Controls - LR Baggs Anthem: Sound Hole: Mounted Master Volume, Master Tone, Phase Reverse
Our ID: 1091125152197
Weight: 5.15lbs
Serial: RSC 566
Aesthetic Condition:
Headstock: Overall excellent condition, the front face demonstrates some very light scratching visible only under direct lighting at certain angles. This is most notable to the centre near the truss rod cover.
Neck: Overall excellent condition. The fingerboard edges demonstrate some light chipping of the finish at fret ends in the upper register. The gloss finish to the rear of the neck has worn to a gloss through regular use. Any other markings are difficult to discern.
Body: Overall very good condition. The front face demonstrates some pick wear beneath the strings, wearing through the finish and into the top slightly. Two very light indentations to the bass side waist are visible under close scrutiny on the front face. A very slight gap is visible under close scrutiny between the heel plate and back of the body. This has been tested and is purely cosmetic, not extending to the heel of the neck. Any other markings are difficult to discern.
Condition of Frets:
The frets demonstrate very light signs of use, not affecting playability. There is considerable material remaining for any future fret work the new owner may wish to perform.
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-1.75mm - Bass 2.25mm
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 no room remaining in the saddle for further adjustments.
Electrics:
Fully functional. A non-original LR Baggs Anthem system has been fitted.
Case & Accessories:
Hard case
The case demonstrates light signs of use. No truss rod tool included. End pin included.