Description

Sit down. Take a deep breath. And take this one in.

This Santa Cruz 1934 D Brazillian – We have a special one here. Very special.

It's like experiencing both the benefits of a time machine and the wonderful seasoning that happened in the years between. Look at the pictures of this newly crafted heirloom - and know that the sound and feel are even better than the looks. Yes, that's possible with the craftsmanship of Santa Cruz.

In 1934, the powerful 14-fret herringbone dreadnought was unleashed. This has become one of the most revered and sought-after designs of the steel-string acoustic guitar. No one has reproduced the essence of the iconic original, until now. The secret to the often superior tone of vintage instruments lies in aged woods (crystallized resins) and the relaxation of tensions built-in during manufacture. This is exactly what we account for in our 1934 D Rosewood Model. Master grade Rosewood cut in the 1930′s, master grade/old-growth Adirondack Spruce tops/bracing and real hot hide glue are among our secret weapons. Hot hide glue is a time-tested, natural adhesive that sets glass-like and resonant for a quicker, cleaner response. This isn’t ‘like the old stuff.’ It is the old stuff. These rarified materials give us the foundation for a true and genuine vintage sound.

Not every venerable 1930′s herringbone dreadnought was exceptional, as they were products of a small, though nonetheless factory, assembly. By applying our singular tuning and voicing talents and taking our time to ensure a relaxed assembly, we consistently access the secrets to the ‘Old Bone’ sound. The original lacquer formula, nitro-cellulose, is composed of the same stuff as trees; we are protecting and enhancing the sound of the instrument with a fine coating of wood! It is the only choice to complement this heirloom quality guitar.

The 1934 D Brazilian Model’s materials are very challenging to acquire. Availability is limited.

Other specifications include:

Body Wood Type 1930's Old Growth Brazilian Rosewood
Back Stripe Zipper
Body Inlay 45 Style
Binding Brazilian Rosewood
Top Wood Type 1930's Old Growth Adirondack
Rosette 45 Style
Purfling Herringbone
Bracing/Voicing Scalloped/Advanced X
Adirondack w/Hot Hide Glue
Brazilian Rosewood Fretboard
Brazilian Rosewood Fretboard Binding
Peghead Solid Square
Peghead Binding None
Overlay Material Brazilian Rosewood
Headstock Inlay None
Width at Nut 1-11/16
Side Dots White
Inlay SCGC Mini @ 16th Fret
Width at 14th Fret 2-3/16
Scale Length 25.25
Back & Sides Clear/Buffed
Neck Clear/Buffed
Pickguard Dalmatian
Brazilian Rosewood Bridge
Bridge/Saddle Through Saddle Bridge
Tuners/gears Waverly Gold Gears w/Oval Buttons
Body Length 20″
Body Depth 3.5-4.875″
Number of Frets 21
Frets Clear of the Body 14
Lower Bout 15.5″
Waist 10.5″
Upper Bout 11.125″
Hard Case
4 lbs 7 oz