Brand new R.1 from the one and only Tyler Robbins, decked out in Bois de Rose and Carpathian Spruce. Bois de Rose isn’t a tonewood we see every day—and we’d love for that to change. It’s easy to understand why it’s so often considered an alternative to Brazilian Rosewood: it’s as rich in sound as it is in appearance. The dark crimson and burgundy tones of the back and sides are mesmerizing, even before you take in the elegant ornamentation on the top and headplate.
We’re huge fans of Tyler’s modern precision in design and aesthetics, and we especially love his use of natural materials—in this case, Maple for the embellishments. But not just any Maple—it’s been dyed an aqua blue, creating the perfect contrast against the deep crimson hues of the Bois de Rose.
This guitar was crafted alongside a near-twin R.2 model, featuring green appointments, and it’s remarkable how similar the two instruments feel and sound. Both are a testament to the precision, artistry, and tonal excellence of Tyler Robbins. Please take a look and a listen for yourself.
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Tyler Robbins continues to amaze me with his balance of artistry and precision. This R1 is stunning—the Bois de Rose has a richness and depth that you can get lost in, both visually and tonally. Paired with Carpathian Spruce, it has a clarity and shimmer that complement the warmth perfectly. The aqua-dyed Maple accents are a beautiful modern touch, adding contrast without ever feeling overdone. Every detail reflects Tyler’s meticulous craftsmanship and creative vision. It’s elegant, alive, and simply a joy to experience. 
Yes! Dang but I love it when the overtones have that secondary swell quality. Pull a chord in an upper register, let it hang, and listen for a subtle blooming effect. And the note separation leaves nothing to be desired: notes stand out clearly, but not sterically, so there's lots of articulate complexity. Then there's the geometry, and the dyed inlay palette, crisp lines, arm bevel. It's a delight to have this one in the shop. 1 in stock
| Scale Length | 25.5 in |
|---|---|
| Nut Width | 1.75 in |
| String Spacing | 2.25 in |
| Woods | Spruce - Carpathian, Bois de Rose |
Brand new R.1 from the one and only Tyler Robbins, decked out in Bois de Rose and Carpathian Spruce. Bois de Rose isn’t a tonewood we see every day—and we’d love for that to change
Tyler Robbins continues to amaze me with his balance of artistry and precision. This R1 is stunning—the Bois de Rose has a richness and depth that you can get lost in, both visually and tonally
Yes. Dang but I love it when the overtones have that secondary swell quality Select at least 2 products
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