Marchione VT - Figured Swiss Moon Spruce & Brazilian Rosewood

The Marchione VT – Figured Swiss Moon Spruce & Brazilian Rosewood is not merely a guitar; it's a manifesto of lutherie at its most refined—where sonic pursuit, visual poetry, and masterful engineering intersect. Conceived and hand-crafted by the legendary Stephen Marchione, this instrument exemplifies his uncompromising commitment to tonal purity and aesthetic brilliance, continuing his legacy as one of the most influential modern luthiers in the boutique electric guitar world.

Stephen Marchione’s name has long resonated in the halls of elite craftsmanship. From his roots in archtop construction to his redefinition of the electric guitar as a truly artistic object, Marchione is revered for pushing boundaries while honoring tradition. He’s known for his philosophy of building instruments as "functional sculptures"—with every contour, joint, and finish reflecting both an artistic and functional rationale. This VT model is a particularly rarefied expression of that ethos.

At the heart of this guitar lies a one-piece figured Swiss Moon Spruce body, a wood rarely seen in electric builds, let alone in such purity. Harvested during specific lunar phases to optimize moisture content and tonal responsiveness, Moon Spruce is prized in violin-making for its harmonic clarity and resonance. The figuring enhances its natural luster, giving the body an almost holographic dimensionality. This is paired with a one-piece Brazilian Rosewood neck, an extraordinary and increasingly rare tonewood, revered for its stiffness, warmth, and bell-like sustain. The sheer rarity and quality of this combination place this instrument in a league of its own.

The VT is equipped with Marchione’s custom HSS pickups, voiced to capture the subtleties of the body’s resonance while offering a versatile tonal spectrum—from glassy cleans to dynamic midrange punch and articulate gain. These pickups are tuned specifically to Stephen’s ears and aesthetic sensibilities, giving this guitar a voice that is simultaneously classic and utterly unique.

Visually and tactilely, the hand-rubbed oil varnish on the body adds depth and intimacy to the wood’s grain, while the polished and burnished neck finish delivers a silky, frictionless playing experience that feels broken-in from the first touch. A Wilkinson VSVG tremolo, paired with Sperzel locking tuners—both in elegant black—ensures tuning stability and expressive range, underscoring the guitar’s role as a true player’s instrument. The inclusion of a titanium truss rod speaks to Marchione’s insistence on strength without compromise to tone or weight.

Measuring in at a classic 25.5” scale length and weighing 7 lbs 12 oz, the guitar maintains a perfect balance between modern ergonomics and vintage vibe. It comes protected in a Cedar Creek custom-fit case, the final touch in what is clearly not just a guitar, but a legacy item.

The Marchione VT is a guitar that defies categorization—effortlessly bridging the gap between high-performance electric design and heirloom-quality artistry. For the discerning player or collector, it offers an instrument not only worthy of deep musical exploration but destined to inspire it.

Other specifications include:

• One Piece Figured Swiss Moon Spruce Body
• One Piece Brazilian Rosewood Neck
• Marchione HSS Pickups
• Hand Rubbed Oil Varnish Body Finish
• Polished & Burnished Neck Finish
• Wilkinson VSVG Tremolo in Black
• Sperzel Locking Tuning Machines in Black
• Titanium Truss Rod
• Cedar Creek Case
• 25.5" Scale Length
• 7 lbs 12 oz
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