Santa Cruz Custom TR Tony Rice Acoustic Guitar w/ HSC

Tony Rice is the master of contemporary bluegrass guitar. He has enhanced his traditional background with influences ranging from Clarence White to John Coltrane, thereby creating a style that demands more from a guitar than a typical vintage dreadnought can offer. Tony's legendary 1930s D-28, previously owned by Clarence White, served as the model for an instrument design that combines the bass presence of the old D-28 with more substantial midrange and treble response, which is necessary for Tony's modern lead work. The sophisticated tone in the higher ranges of this guitar will inspire flatpickers to explore new territory. The Tony Rice Model is the result of a 12-year collaboration with Tony Rice, and is the epitome of a contemporary bluegrass guitar. This Tony Rice has a custom German Spruce top, and has a bold, even tone. It also features a Brazilian Rosewood headstock overlay, and a Santa Cruz Logo Inlay at the 14th fret - emulating the Tony Rice Professional. The guitar has no pickguard installed, but is offered with either a Tortoise or Dalmation pickguard (as shown in detail pictures). We will gladly install either, or leave it without a pickguard. This instrument is guaranteed to be as represented, along with our 3 day return policy if you are not absolutely satisfied. click on pictures for larger view (opens in new window) FEATURES

NECK
• Peghead: Solid Square
• Peghead Binding: None
• Overlay Material: Custom Brazillian Rosewood
• Scale Length: 25.375"

FINGERBOARD
• Inlays: Custom SCGC Mini at 14th Fret
• Width at Nut: 1-11/16"
• Width at 14th: 2-3/16"
• Fret-Board Binding: Ivroid
• Side Dot Markers: Black

BODY
• Body Wood: Indian Rosewood
• Body Binding: Ivroid
• Backstripe: Zipper
• Side Purfling: None

TOP
• Top Wood: Custom German Spruce
• Rosette: Herringbone
• Purfling: Herringbone
• Bracing: Scalloped

FINISH
• Type-Body: Clear/Gloss
• Type-Neck: Clear/Matte
• Type-Top: Clear

SET-UP
• Pickguard: Optional Tortoise, Dalmation, or None
• Gears: SCGC Nickel

Payment Options & Info:
For customers in the United States, payments via Paypal or credit card by phone.

For our international customers, Artisan Guitars gladly accepts international orders with payment via Paypal.

Shipping Method:
Most U.S. shipments will be made via FedEx Ground. International shipments will be made via FedEx International or Bax Global, depending on your location.

        Tennessee Orders
All items shipped inside the state of Tennessee are subject to a 9.25% sales tax added to the final price.

        Hawaii and Alaska orders:
Artisan Guitars is pleased to offer free shipping in the continental US. Customers in Hawaii and Alaska please obtain a shipping quote from us via email before you purchase the item. Please be sure to include your zipcode when requesting quotes.

        International Orders
1. We will ship all over the world via FedEx International and Bax Global. However, please email us (sales@artisanguitars.com) your shipping address so we can obtain shipping quotes, before you purchase the item. And most importantly, please be sure to include your postal code and country.

2. International customers are responsible for any import duties or taxes that may be due upon arrival. Please appreciate that we cannot misrepresent the value of your purchase to minimize any duties, as this validates any insurance claims for loss or damage.

Questions? Call Toll Free: 866-265-5993 or email sales@artisanguitars.com