Nostalgia N2 The59 VS Ceramic Saddle Custom

Product Description

Nostalgia / N2 The59 VS Ceramic Saddle Custom

[Staff comment: Inoue]

A limited model of the "Nostalgia N2," which thoroughly studies and recreates the specs of a 1959 J-45.

Even from the perspective of our shop, which handles vintage Gibsons every day, you can sense the commitment to construction in this model. From the "'59 neck profile," with a just-right thickness derived from CAD data, to the adjustable saddle with the large studs characteristic of 1956-59, to hide glue used in every stage of assembly, this is a guitar that could only come from deep respect for, and curiosity about, the original.

This one uses a "ceramic saddle." We are told only 14 were made.

Since we have the chance, we'd also like to add our honest impressions.

The finish is extremely thin, leaving the grain and texture of the wood as they are, to the point that you can clearly see the unevenness of the pores.
It does feel thinly finished, with the finish adhering to the wood and dry, but as a texture it seems a little different from that of a vintage guitar.
Still, it is close to new, so considering that the finish will continue to open up and change as it is played, it shows real potential.

And we are genuinely impressed that it recreates the '59-spec ceramic saddle.
Getting that hard, open "clang" nuance from a Japanese-made guitar is a very curious feeling.
To be critical, it stays within the realm of a Japanese-made guitar, with an honest, even sound.
Even so, you can fully feel the pressure and crispness of the low end.

Above all, there is no doubt that this is a guitar packed with respect for vintage instruments and a spirit of inquiry.
It also costs far less than an original, so it is perfect for those who think:
"I can't casually take a vintage guitar out, but I want to be uncompromising about a vintage feel and play it hard"
"An original is hard to reach, but I've always longed for these specs."

[SPEC]
TOP: Solid Sitka Spruce (Non-Scalloped Bracing)
BACK/SIDES: Solid African Mahogany
FINGERBOARD: Indian Rosewood (19 Frets)
BRIDGE: Rosewood / Adjustable Ceramic with Large Studs
NECK: Mahogany (1959 Profile)
NUT WIDTH: 42.5mm
SCALE: 625mm
CASE: Original Hard Shell Case

[Playing Condition]
- Action at the 12th fret: 6th string 2.5mm, 1st string 2.0mm
- The adjustable saddle allows fine adjustment of the action.
- No buzzing or choking; plays well.

[Peace of Mind Warranty: 6 months]

[Home Trial Service]
Since a mail-order purchase doesn't give you the chance to try the instrument in person, we offer a 6-day home trial after delivery. Please try it out at home, and if you're not satisfied, we'll refund the purchase price.
Note: round-trip shipping costs are the customer's responsibility.