Tom Anderson Shorty Top T Contoured - Natural #05-24-26N

The Tom Anderson Shorty Top T Contoured in Natural is a striking example of how simplicity, elegance, and exceptional craftsmanship can come together to create an instrument of remarkable character. Built as an Anderson Custom model, this guitar embraces a refined minimalist approach while showcasing some of the most visually captivating tonewoods available. The figured mango top radiates warmth and depth beneath a flawless high-gloss natural finish, revealing dramatic grain patterns that make every instrument unique. Complemented by a transparent brown mahogany back, the guitar exudes an organic sophistication that feels equally at home on a concert stage, in a studio environment, or as the centerpiece of a discerning collection. Carefully sculpted body contours enhance comfort and balance, creating a highly ergonomic playing experience without sacrificing the timeless appeal of the T-style design.

Designed around Tom Anderson’s Shorty 24 3/4-inch scale length, this instrument offers a distinctive feel that combines effortless playability with a rich and expressive tonal response. The chocolate maple neck is finished in smooth satin natural, providing a fast and comfortable playing surface that feels immediately familiar in the hand. Its Even-Taper profile, measuring .810" at the first fret and .870" at the twelfth fret, strikes an ideal balance between comfort and substance, supporting both intricate lead work and confident rhythm playing. The luxurious ziricote fingerboard adds visual drama with its intricate natural figuring while contributing warmth, articulation, and clarity to every note. A compound 12" to 14" radius paired with tall-thin stainless steel frets creates a highly refined playing surface that encourages effortless bends, precise articulation, and exceptional control across the entire fingerboard.

At the core of this instrument lies a focused and uncompromising tonal philosophy. Equipped with a single Anderson TF3 bridge pickup, the Shorty Top T delivers an incredibly direct connection between player and amplifier. The TF3 provides outstanding clarity, dynamic response, and harmonic richness, capturing every nuance of a player's touch with remarkable precision. From articulate clean tones to aggressive overdriven textures, the guitar responds with immediacy and character, rewarding expressive playing and careful control of volume and picking dynamics. The custom switching configuration maintains the instrument’s streamlined approach while maximizing its versatility and responsiveness.

Premium appointments further elevate the experience. A fixed bridge provides exceptional sustain, tuning stability, and note definition, creating a solid foundation for both rhythm and lead work. Gold hardware introduces a touch of luxury that beautifully complements the natural tones of the figured mango and mahogany body. Locking tuners ensure dependable tuning performance and efficient string changes, while the renowned Buzz Feiten Tuning System enhances intonation accuracy and harmonic balance across the entire fretboard. The absence of pickup rings and pickguard allows the stunning figured top to remain uninterrupted, emphasizing the guitar’s clean and elegant aesthetic.

Weighing an impressive 6 lbs 14 oz, the Tom Anderson Shorty Top T Contoured is exceptionally lightweight, resonant, and comfortable. Protected by an Anderson Premium Logo Gig Bag, it represents a perfect balance of artistry, innovation, and musical expression. With its exotic tonewoods, effortless playability, focused electronics, and unmistakable visual presence, this instrument offers a uniquely inspiring experience for players who appreciate both refined simplicity and extraordinary performance.

Other specifications include:

• Guitar Model: Top T
• Model Edition: Anderson Custom
• Scale Length: Shorty (24 3/4-inch)
• Body Style: Solid - Contours
• Body Wood: Figured Mango Top on Mahogany
• Special Selection: n/a
• Finish Type: Gloss: Beautiful High Gloss Finish
• Body Finish: Natural
• Body Back Color: Transparent Brown Back
• Neck Wood: Chocolate Maple, Ziricote Fingerboard
• Front Fret Markers: Standard (Centered)
• Side Fret Markers: Standard (Black or Cream)
• Reverse Headstock: No
• Headstock Finish: Satin Natural
• Headstock Logo: Standard (Black or Cream)
• Neck Back Finish: Satin Natural
• Neck Back Shape: Even-Taper (.810 to .870 inch - 1st to 12th fret)
• Nut Width: 1 5/8 inch
• Frets: Stainless Steel, Tall-Thin (.055 x.090 inch)
• Fingerboard Radius: 12 to 14 inch compound
• Other: Buzz Feiten Tuning System
• Hardware Color: Gold
• Bridge: Fixed Bridge
• Tuners: Locking
• Rear Strap Buttons: 2 Rear Buttons (Anderson Standard)
• Neck Pickup: -none-
• Middle Pickup: -none-
• Bridge Pickup: TF3
• Pickguard: n/a
• Switching: Custom
• Knob Color: Same as Hardware Color
• Switch Tip Color: -none-
• Pickup Rings: No Rings
• String Gauge: 10-46 D'Addario XS Coated Strings
• Case Anderson Premium Logo Gig Bag
• 6 lbs 14 oz
• #05-24-26N

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