1993 Rob Armstrong Jumbo – £1499

Apr 4, 2024 | Others

1993 Rob Armstrong Jumbo – £1499

NEW ARRIVAL Rob Armstrong has been making custom made, one off guitars since 1972, and some of his more famous customers include George Harrison, Alvin Lee, Joe Brown, Bert Jansch, Gordon Giltrap and Martin Barre – a very eclectic bunch indeed. This guitar is a mini jumbo featuring a nicely aged Spruce top, with very striking Walnut back and sides. There’s Maple body binding, an Ebony fingerboard and bridge, and his distinctive headstock which has a Burred Walnut finish. Tonally the guitar is very resonant, producing a big room filling sound. The tone is bright and crisp, with an underlying depth, plus great sustain. At 31 years old the guitar has matured really well, and is in good condition, just a few nicks and dings. The neck feels good, and the action is comfortable. The guitar has an active LR Baggs pickup system fitted, and comes in it’s original hard case.

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