As always, Michi Matsuda’s guitars are astounding. The “Drop D” featured here was only in our store for a matter of minutes before it was purchased, but we were able to at least photograph Michi’s artistry before it went right back out the door. Upon observing the guitar, the first thing you notice the forked Brazilian Rosewood headstock, extended Ebony fretboard for the low E, and the built-in Wenge capo. And if that wasn’t enough to take your breath away, there’s the intricate, elegant heel of Mahogany and Wenge. After features such as these, the fact that the Brazilian Rosewood back and sides are sumptuously figured is almost (almost) mundane–but that crisp sunburst Spruce top is definitely unforgettable. Combined, they lend the guitar a sublime, full tone with rich bass and musical treble that are clear and present. Thanks to Michi’s “Drop D” innovation, this guitar can be played in a variety of tunings with minimal effort. Here, Michi’s outdone himself, building an incredible guitar that can change tunings with the flick of a wrist.
Everything about this Matsuda guitar is an expression of art and music. The low extension and capo work very simply and allow for instant access to creativity. Beside the obvious move to Low D, in alternate tunings many other possibilities come to life as well. It's so well implemented that you do not need to retune either. Putting all the artful touches aside, this guitar has an inspiring musical character. It's voice is beyond impressive, it's sonorous, open and full of life. Michi is only making about 6 guitars per year so it is very rare that we have a preowned Matsuda. Here's your chance to own perhaps the most creative builder working today. 
This drop D guitar is unusual in that you can have the low string tuned to E or D without changing your left hand fingering. For example a G chord is still played as if you are tuned in Standard tuning. There is even a fret for playing behind the nut. | Scale Length | 25.34 in |
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| Nut Width | 1.75 in |
| String Spacing | 2.25 in |
| Woods | Spruce - European, Rosewood - Brazilian |
As always, Michi Matsuda's guitars are astounding. The "Drop D" featured here was only in our store for a matter of minutes before it was purchased, but we were able to at least photograph Michi's artistry before it went right back out the door
Everything about this Matsuda guitar is an expression of art and music. The low extension and capo work very simply and allow for instant access to creativity
This drop D guitar is unusual in that you can have the low string tuned to E or D without changing your left hand fingering. For example a G chord is still played as if you are tuned in Standard tuning 