Description

The 2016 Froggy Bottom Model H14 Limited is the epitome of lutherie mastery—a rare and breathtaking fusion of old-growth Adirondack spruce and 5A curly Brazilian rosewood, crafted to produce a voice so transcendent that it may well be the last guitar you ever desire. Every element of its construction, from its hand-tuned Adirondack top—renowned for its dynamic range and crisp articulation—to the impossibly figured Brazilian rosewood back and sides, is designed to elicit tonal perfection. The result is a deeply resonant, harmonically rich sound with crystalline trebles, blooming overtones, and a commanding yet nuanced bass presence. The balance between warmth and brilliance is nothing short of sublime, making this instrument equally at home in the hands of a delicate fingerstylist or an expressive flatpicker.

Visually, this H14 Limited is a crown jewel of acoustic excellence. The dramatic tobacco sunburst finish lends the Adirondack spruce top an aura of vintage sophistication, bordered by intricate abalone purfling that extends gracefully into the fingerboard extension. The 5A curly Brazilian rosewood, with its deep, hypnotic figuring, is framed by curly maple bindings and grafts, enhancing the guitar’s striking aesthetic. The Florentine cutaway not only provides effortless access to the upper frets but adds a sleek, sculptural elegance to the instrument’s silhouette.

The bound headstock, adorned with an exquisite Glenn Carson-engraved torch inlay in mother-of-pearl, pairs with a 5A Brazilian rosewood overlay for a regal presence, while the slotted peghead and nickel Waverly tuners nod to time-honored tradition. Matching Glenn Carson-engraved fleur-de-lis inlays on the Gabon ebony fingerboard add a touch of bespoke artistry, complementing the abalone rosette and backstrip. As a final, unparalleled flourish, the heel cap features a delicate turtle scrimshaw engraving by Petria Mitchell, a unique touch of hand-etched craftsmanship that elevates this instrument into the realm of fine art.

At 4 lbs 7 oz, this Froggy Bottom H14 Limited is featherlight yet deeply resonant, boasting a 25” scale length, 1 3/4” nut width, and 2 3/16” bridge spacing, ensuring supreme comfort and playability. The pyramid bridge, fitted with ebony bridge pins and an end pin with abalone dots, enhances sustain and tonal purity, allowing every note to ring with astonishing depth and clarity.

Whether played in the intimacy of a quiet room or commanding attention in a concert hall, this guitar speaks with a voice that is nothing short of mesmerizing—an instrument so impeccably crafted, so tonally sublime, that it may indeed be the final acquisition in a lifelong pursuit of the perfect guitar. Housed in a Black American Vintage Series TKL case, this is more than an heirloom-worthy masterpiece—it is the pinnacle of acoustic guitar artistry, a once-in-a-lifetime instrument for the discerning player who demands nothing less than perfection.

Other specifications include:

Old Growth Adirondack Spruce Top
5A Curly Brazilian Rosewood Back & Sides
Curly Maple Bindings & Grafts
Abalone Top Border with Fingerboard Extension
Abalone Rosette
Abalone Backstrip
Glenn Carson Engraved Fleur de Lis MOP Fingerboard Inlays
Glenn Carson Engraved Torch MOP Headstock Inlay
Petria Mitchell Scrimshaw Heelcap - Turtle
Slotted Peg Head
5A Brazilian Rosewood Headstock Overlay
Bound Headstock
Nickel Waverly Tuners
Pyramid Bridge
Ebony Bridge Pins & End Pin with Abalone Dots
Gabon Ebony Fingerboard with 20 Frets
14 Frets to the Body Join
25" in. Scale Length
1 3/4" Nut Width
2 3/16" Bridge Spacing
Clear High Gloss Finish - Tobacco Sunburst Top
Imitation Tortoise Pickguard
Florentine Cutaway
Black American Vintage Series TKL case
4 lb 7 oz