Michael Greenfield G1 - Alpine Moon Spruce & African Blackwood (SOLD)

The Michael Greenfield G1, adorned with Moon Harvested Alpine Spruce and Personal Reserve African Blackwood, is an exquisite ode to the art of guitar making—a true masterpiece that speaks to the soul of any passionate musician.

This top wood, moon-harvested from the pristine Alpine forests, embodies a celestial beauty and ethereal resonance. The careful harvesting process, done during the Winter Solstice, imparts a rare tonal purity and a unique, shimmering quality to the spruce. Its crisp articulation and remarkable responsiveness make each note resonate with a crystalline clarity, as if touched by the very essence of the night sky.

The African Blackwood used for the back and sides is a rare and precious tonewood, selected from Michael Greenfield's personal reserve. Its deep, rich hues and intricate grain patterns are nothing short of breathtaking, adding a touch of opulence and elegance to the guitar. The tonewood’s dense and resonant nature produces a sound that is both profound and vibrant, offering a lush, complex voice that envelops the listener in warmth.

The G1’s design is a harmonious blend of classic craftsmanship and modern innovation. Each curve and contour of the guitar is crafted with meticulous care, ensuring both aesthetic beauty and exceptional playability. The detailed inlays, graceful bindings, and flawless finish reflect Greenfield’s commitment to perfection, making the G1 not just a guitar, but a work of art.

The marriage of Moon Harvested Alpine Spruce and Personal Reserve African Blackwood creates a sonic experience that is both enchanting and deeply expressive. The G1’s tone is rich and resonant, with a balanced, articulate presence that brings out the subtle nuances of every passage. Whether strummed gently or played with passion, each note carries an emotional depth that is truly captivating.

In the Michael Greenfield G1, the fusion of rare tonewoods and unparalleled craftsmanship results in an instrument that is as romantic and evocative as the music it inspires. It’s a guitar that not only tells a story through its sound but also invites its player to become part of a timeless tradition of musical artistry.

Other specifications include:

• Model G1
• Florentine Cutaway
• Moon Harvested Alpine Spruce Soundboard
• Personal Reserve African Blackwood Back & Sides
• Personal Reserve African Blackwood Sides (compound laminate assembly)
• Billet-Split Spruce Bracing (no run-out)
• Radially-braced Back Plate with proprietary Greenfield Tone Halo
• Ebony Body Bindings
• Laskin Inspired Arm Rest
• Greenfield Proprietary Spalted Beech & Abalone Rosette
• Standard Neck Profile
• Hand Carved Heel 'Swoosh'
• Honduran Mahogany, Graphite Reinforced Neck
• Quarter-sawn Ebony Fingerboard with Ebony Binding
• Brass Circle Fretboard Markers
• Ebony Double Veneered Headstock
• Steve Klein Inspired Ebony String Through Bridge
• Rodgers Sterling Silver with Black Horn Handmade Tuning Machines
• Proprietary 'DADGAD' Scale Fanned Frets
• Adjustable 2 Way Non-Compressive Truss Rod
• 16" - 20" Compound Fingerboard Radius
• 1/4" Nut & Saddle
• 1 3/4" Nut Width
• 2 1/4" Bridge Spacing
• Custom Fit Alpha Carbon Fiber Flight Case
• 5 lb 9 oz
• 336

For more information about the Michael Greenfield G1, please contact us.

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