Collings I-30 LC Electric Guitar in Iced Tea Sunburst

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The Collings I-30 LC - Iced Tea Sunburst is a masterclass in vintage soul and modern refinement, capturing the essence of golden-era hollowbody guitars with Collings’ signature precision and clarity. Finished in a beautifully executed Iced Tea Sunburst, this guitar radiates timeless charm with a subtle edge, echoing smoky jazz clubs, early rock 'n' roll stages, and the gritty pulse of soul-infused blues. Feather-light and sonically alive, the I-30 LC is a player’s dream: expressive, touch-sensitive, and rich with acoustic resonance.

At the heart of the I-30 LC is its fully hollow construction, supported by parallel trestle braces—a design that enhances top stability and sustain while still delivering the airy, woody tone that defines the best vintage archtops. The body and top are crafted from laminated maple, delivering a punchy, articulate midrange that cuts through a mix without sacrificing warmth. At just 5 lbs 9 oz, it’s incredibly resonant and responsive to the lightest touch, making it ideal for players who value nuance and dynamic control.

The Honduran mahogany neck, set into the body with Collings’ trademark extra-long mortise & tenon joint, ensures excellent transfer of tone and sustain, while its 24 7/8” scale length and 12" radius offer a sweet-spot feel—intimate, fast, and inviting. The C-shaped neck has a comfortable taper that suits everything from delicate jazz runs to aggressive rock rhythm work. Topped with a rosewood fingerboard adorned with mother-of-pearl long dots, the playing surface is smooth and elegant. The 1 11/16" nut width hits the perfect balance for both chordal comfort and lead freedom, while medium 18% nickel-silver frets deliver a vintage feel with modern consistency.

Visually, the I-30 LC blends retro aesthetics with minimalist class. The non-grained ivoroid binding on the body and fingerboard adds subtle contrast to the warm sunburst without being ornate, while the ebony peghead veneer featuring a mother-of-pearl Collings logo anchors the design with sophistication. There’s no peghead binding, reinforcing the instrument’s understated vibe. The Haircut peghead profile and black/cream/black pickguard and truss rod cover complete a look that’s vintage-inspired yet unmistakably Collings.

Tone-wise, the I-30 LC is fitted with ThroBak P90 Dogear 55/56 pickups in both the neck and bridge positions—some of the most faithful vintage P90 recreations available today. These pickups deliver raw, detailed, harmonically rich tone with a touch of growl and bite, perfectly suited for blues, rockabilly, jazz, or Americana. The CTS 500K pots and Jupiter Vintage Yellow capacitors wired in a ’50s-style circuit allow for smooth roll-off and beautifully interactive tone shaping. Paired with amber top hat knobs, this guitar not only sounds phenomenal but looks the part, too.

The hardware selection is equally deliberate: a Kluson ABR-1 bridge (nickel-plated zinc with retaining wire) sits atop a trapeze-style Collings original tailpiece, providing the right mix of vintage vibe and tuning stability. The nickel Gotoh tuners, subtly embossed with the Collings logo, keep everything locked in tune while adding a touch of bespoke elegance. The guitar ships with D’Addario NYXL1149 strings (.011"–.049"), well-suited to the guitar’s lively and open tone.

Measuring 40" in total length, with a 17 5/8" body length, 15" lower bout width, and a sleek 1 5/8" depth, the I-30 LC is comfortably compact without sacrificing tonal breadth. It comes protected in a deluxe hardshell case, ensuring it travels safely and in style.

The Collings I-30 LC - Iced Tea Sunburst is more than a hollowbody guitar—it’s a finely-tuned musical companion. It offers players the tone and character of a vintage classic, but with the flawless build quality and modern playability that only Collings can deliver. Whether you’re chasing smoky clean tones or gritty overdriven textures, this guitar speaks with a voice that’s both honest and inspired.

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