This 2017 Robbins R.1ca slayed us. Gorgeous Cocobolo back and sides, Engelmann Spruce top, Ebony bindings; that’s just the tip of the iceberg. Tyler garnished the bass lower bout with a bold arm bevel, infused the segmented rosette with Cocobolo, added a Florentine Cutaway, and inlaid the back and endgraft with “sunken” Cocobolo veneers that are below the surface of the surrounding wood and filled in with clear epoxy. The effect is three-dimensional and allows the inset Cocobolo to really pop. The voice: excellent responsiveness, a little crackle in the bass for extra definition, an impressive panoply of overtones in the upper mids and trebles to flesh out chords. Even under a light attack, this R.1ca offers lush notes and heady sustain. To say we’re impressed would be an understatement.
Here’s an additonal demo: https://youtu.be/OQRB7aLazSs
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I'm very impressed with Tyler's artistic execution, and he backs that up with a very responsive and dynamic voice. Incredible. 
Check out Tyler's sunken inlays for a taste of what modern lutherie has to offer--and then prepare yourself for the experience of playing this beauty. It'll knock your socks, and your shoes, right off. | Scale Length | 25.5 in |
|---|---|
| Nut Width | 1.81 in |
| String Spacing | 2.25 in |
| Woods | Spruce - Engelmann, Rosewood - Cocobolo |
This 2017 Robbins R.1ca slayed us. Gorgeous Cocobolo back and sides, Engelmann Spruce top, Ebony bindings; that's just the tip of the iceberg
I'm very impressed with Tyler's artistic execution, and he backs that up with a very responsive and dynamic voice. Incredible.
Check out Tyler's sunken inlays for a taste of what modern lutherie has to offer--and then prepare yourself for the experience of playing this beauty. It'll knock your socks, and your shoes, right off. 