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Sobell / Steinbeck Malaysian Blackwood Spruce / 2018 / Guitar

Stefan Sobell might arguably be one of the best luthiers from the UK. He has certainly established a reputation for excellence both in Europe and the USA, and his guitars are played by artists like Martin Simpson, Mark Knopfler and Darrell Scott. Sobell excels at every part of guitar Luthier including the build quality, craftsmanship and finishing. His attention to detailis among the best, as can be seen this Steinbeck model. Developed from Sobell's Martin Simpson model, the Steinbeck model has modified bracing and is built with Malaysian Blackwood back and sides, an arched, figured (also known as Bearclaw) Sitka soundboard, and a Wengé neck. The distinctive arched top is the result of Sobell's precise and unique way of carving where the wood is slighty thicker in the middle and gets thinner on the outsides. This is construction quality we do not see often and is craftmanship from the highest order. It is built for light strings and is wonderfully responsive, with surprising volume from the gentlest touch. It has a strong clean bass, with a bright full mid range, and a strong clear treble. This specimen from 2018 is in excellent condition with some traces of use on the back, and some slight playwear and a ding on the top. Specifications Body Shape: Steinbeck Finish: Natural Dimensions: Width: 415 mm - 16.3" Depth: 120 mm - 4.74" Body Material: Solid Malaysian Blackwood Top Material: Solid Carved Bearclaw Spruce Bracing: Forward Shifted X-Brace Handedness: Right-handed Body Details: Herringbone Trim, Rosewood Binding Neck Material: Mahogany Neck Profile: C Fingerboard Material: Ebony Fingerboard Radius: 20" Neck Details: Dot Inlay, Rosewood Headstock Overlay Nutwidth: 45 mm - 1.67" Scale Length: 650 mm - 25.6" String spacing: 60 mm - 2.375" Bridge: Ebony Tuners: Schaller Gold Pickup: N/A Condition: Excellent Tech Notes: None Travels in: White Hiscox Artist Hardshell Case Accessories: TFOA Passport
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The Fellowship Of Acoustics, Netherlands  

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The Fellowship of Acoustics
Brands:
Martin, Gibson, Fender, Vintage Guitars, Santa Cruz, PRS, Collings, Rozawood, etc..
Languages:
English, Dutch and German
Specialties:
Fine, Vintage and Rare Guitars
Opening hours:
Monday - Saturday: 10am - 6pm.

ABOUT US

I have always been opposed to being trapped into a job eight hours a day to purchase the free time to do what I enjoy. That’s why i started the Fellowship of Acoustics. The fellowship of acoustics was founded by Rudi Bults, Guitarist and obsessed with tone and wood. The idea was offering real expertise when trading and selling the finest instruments in the world from our showroom in Bergentheim, Netherlands. Helping others find the right tools and enjoying an atmosphere that’s unhurried, honest and informative that’s my go. We are nothing like the "supermarket" style music stores, but specialize in string-things only. We are widely known for Flattop guitars but also sell electric, mandolins & banjo’s, amps, parts, and accessories. Our store has earned the reputation for being a great place to shop for the best products and service.
It is our hope that this new website - much more than a list of "gear" for sale - will serve as an example of our commitment to offering a more personal approach, a friendly atmosphere, and an ultimately more satisfying experience for our friends and customers.
If you have any questions just dial +31-523-232205 or e-mail info@thefellowshipofacoustics.com My name is Rudi Bults, and I’m always here to help out. Wherever possible, we would recommend that you visit our store and experience our instruments and service first hand. However, because of our high standards you can be confident of ordering online from us. We hope you enjoy your visit to our site, and welcome your feedback.

LANGUAGES

We do speak English, Dutch and German! Feel free to call in any of these languages and ask your questions! Call 0031-523-232205

 

WE BUY, SELL, TRADE, DO CONSIGNMENT AND APPRAISALS

 

We LOVE Guitars, and buy and trade for most stringed instruments. But we also do consignment, make appraisals for insurance or put you on our watch list. Please check the Buying & Trading page for details.

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The Fellowship of Acoustics BV
Kanaalweg oost 36
7691CE Bergentheim
Netherlands
To order online: go to
http://www.tfoa.eu/the_store/
And choose your Guitar and purchase through the website.

Available methods of payment
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Call for Online Order+31(0)523-23-2205
our policy:
14 day money in return return warranty  Shipping cost, and Customs & import return costs -bothways- are buyers responsibility
1 year Guarantee on Used Guitars
5 years Guarantee on New guitars (or 'limited lifitime' if the Builder guarrantees such)

 
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