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Traphagen D’Aquisto Nylon String

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In 1982, world-renowned luthier Jimmy D’Aquisto built a rare and exceptional nylon string guitar. Thought to be only 1 of 3 in existence, and the only fully functional example, this extraordinary instrument was exquisite in tone, playability, and design. All who played it at Dream Guitars were in agreement that it was one of the finest crossover guitars in existence. Sadly, as with most treasures, the D’Aquisto nylon string was well beyond the means of the average player.

So when our friend and luthier James Condino blueprinted the D’Aquisto nylon for the Guild of American Luthiers , we struck upon the idea of commissioning a guitar built on the plans by another celebrated luthier – Dake Traphagen. The idea was to build a no-compromise representation of the D’Aquisto original, but at an affordable price. What resulted is even beyond our highest expectations! For a detailed description please call Paul or Steven at (828) 658-9795.

  • Top – German Spruce
  • Back & Sides – European flamed maple
  • Neck – Honduran Mahogany ( the old real stuff)
  • Fret Board – Ebony
  • Bridge – Brazilian Rosewood
  • Tuners – Schaller
  • Finish – Spirit varnish

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Traphagen D’Aquisto Nylon String

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In 1982, world-renowned luthier Jimmy D’Aquisto built a rare and exceptional nylon string guitar. Thought to be only 1 of 3 in existence, and the only fully functional example, this extraordinary instrument was exquisite in tone, playability, and design. All who played it at Dream Guitars were in agreement that it was one of the finest crossover guitars in existence. Sadly, as with most treasures, the D’Aquisto nylon string was well beyond the means of the average player.

So when our friend and luthier James Condino blueprinted the D’Aquisto nylon for the Guild of American Luthiers , we struck upon the idea of commissioning a guitar built on the plans by another celebrated luthier – Dake Traphagen. The idea was to build a no-compromise representation of the D’Aquisto original, but at an affordable price. What resulted is even beyond our highest expectations! For a detailed description please call Paul or Steven at (828) 658-9795.

  • Top – German Spruce
  • Back & Sides – European flamed maple
  • Neck – Honduran Mahogany ( the old real stuff)
  • Fret Board – Ebony
  • Bridge – Brazilian Rosewood
  • Tuners – Schaller
  • Finish – Spirit varnish

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Tag Archive for: archtop guitars

2017 D’Ambrosio Angel City, Italian Maple & Alpine Spruce

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Paul: I travel the world to go to the best high-end custom guitar shows looking for the finest instruments, and more importantly, for relationships with makers that can become part of the Dream Guitars family. For years now I’ve been seeing Otto D’Ambrosio at the shows and I’ve been completely enamored with his sophisticated, elegant and downright beautiful guitars. It should come as no surprise since he’s a lead designer with Eastman Guitar company. But at home, on his personal bench, he’s making one of a kind works of art. And we are delighted to be representing his work directly to our clients of Dream Guitars around the world. D’Ambrosio only builds a few instruments a year and we will be his exclusive dealer for them. We couldn’t be more delighted.

Logan: I’m quite excited to be working with Otto–his work is fresh, inventive, and frankly gorgeous. With his sterling pedigree from working with Flip Scipio and John Monteleone, it’s no wonder.

https://www.dreamguitars.com/shop/2017-d-ambrosio-angel-city-italian-maple-european-alpine-spruce-2213.html

Chapters:
0:00 D’Ambrosio Angel City Demo with Duane Simpson
1:15 Guitar Details with Logan Wells
3:34 Unplugged Outro with Duane Simpson

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