D.O.T.F. Taylor T5Z Custom

Taylor T5Z Custom

So the other day the latest issue of Guitarist arrived on my doorstep and after barely flicking through the first few pages I came across this little beauty of a guitar. It is an electric/acoustic hybrid that is retailing for just under 3 grand which is still way over my budget. The points of this design that I especially love are the cut away sound holes that are dynamic in shape and reminiscent of flames (well at least in my mind), the detailing at the end of the fret board, the positioning of the control knobs and all of the design is harnessed in a classic Gibson body shape. Enjoy!

D.O.T.F. Gretsch Guitars

Design Of The Fortnight Gretsch Custom Shop

I have chosen not just one design this fortnight but the whole collection that the Gretsch Custom Shop have produced in the 10 years it has been around. I have always been a big fan of the Gretsch guitar design and this video below really gives an incite into what it takes to produce musical instruments of such great quality, and each with a uniqueness all of its own.

I am currently in the process of learning about the making of guitars myself so this really is learning from the masters. If the guitars that I produce are half as close to this level of quality and finesse then I will be extremely happy.

Take a look and tell me what you think.