Now that’s what a Dreadnought is supposed to sound like! This incredible beauty from John Slobod comes to us from 2003, serial number 0004. We’re happy to report the past 15 years have treated it well. John’s trebles are three parts glass and two parts razor; clean clarity that cuts through the mix. The Cocobolo back and sides are straight-grained and chocolate-dark, and we think that’s part of the reason the bass response is so rich yet balanced. Of course, Adirondack Spruce on top with a light sunburst. Slobod’s guitars are some of our all-time favorites, and this 2003 Dread is right up there at the top of the list.
The V neck flattens out a bit as you approach the heel block, and elsewhere an 28-style appointment package sets off the vibrant hues of the Cocobolo and burst. Waverly open back tuners in true Americana fashion, and great playing shape from toe to tip. This is the kind of Circa you write home to the folks about. It’s a game changer.
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Here’s an additional demo with Paul at the helm: https://youtu.be/RwkaNssKUgM
We all know that guitars get better with time. With modern builders it’s hard to find an older instrument that embodies that. So it’s wonderful to be able to play a 15-year-old guitar from John Slobod and hear how wide awake it is now. This guitar is a blast to play, and perfect for many styles including of course Bluegrass, Old-time, Country and really anything you want to throw at it. It’s happy to oblige. And what a looker! | Scale Length | 25.4 in |
|---|---|
| Nut Width | 1.81 in |
| String Spacing | 2.22 in |
| Woods | Spruce - Adirondack (Red), Rosewood - Cocobolo |
Now that’s what a Dreadnought is supposed to sound like. This incredible beauty from John Slobod comes to us from 2003, serial number 0004
We all know that guitars get better with time. With modern builders it’s hard to find an older instrument that embodies that 