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Memphis, sunburst, flamed maple

Memphis

One of the most progressive designs of the pioneer era of the steel string guitars is the Super Jumbo of the late ‘30s.

The moustache bridge with its characteristic cut-outs and the hand engraved pick guard are perfect matches to the flashy appearance of this instrument, which is ideally complemented by its majestic sound character.

The body has a width of 17 inches, which is large, but still very manageable.

The full sound of the Memphis model tends to a strong cutting power featuring rosewood back and sides or to harmonic warmth with prominent mids and trebles while maple used as a body wood.


You may choose between scale lengths of either 26” or 25.4” as well as between standard X bracing with slanted tone bars and double-X-bracing with transverse tone bars.

Sunburst or natural finish. Only available upon request and special order.

available as:
Style 1938
Style 1941

To view different styles go to: http://www.antique-acoustics.de/en/stilein3.htm

Instrument sold

Henkes und Blazer, Germany  

Contact name:
Wilhlem Henkes or Rudolph Blazer
Brands:
Martin, Gibson, Guild, Henkes und Blazer, etc.
Languages:
German and English
Specialties:
Acoustic guitars
Opening hours:
By appointment

Through building their own guitars in the style of traditional American steel string guitars and through specializing in the restoration and repair of American pre-war instruments, they realized how similar these guitars were to the traditional German guitars in construction and materials.

Their new Tuebingen workshop opened in 1996. As aficionados of old American guitars, they have been creating many replicas of these wonderful instruments, authentic not only in their looks, but also in design and construction.

In addition to that, Blazer & Henkes are also specialists for the creation of modern guitar design, delicate pearl inlays as well as for restoration and repair work of vintage guitars.

Also, you will usually find an exquisite selection of vintage instruments in their shop.


 
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