Description: The D'Angelico Excel Style B faithfully recreates the hollowbody archtops that defined the jazz era of the 1930s. With its short 24.75" scale, slim C neck profile and woody acoustic resonance, the Style B makes rhythm playing feel natural. The DeArmond Rhythm Master pickup authentically captures the warm, vintage tone that made archtops staples of jazz. For amplified playing, the pickup's transparency provides rich, mellow sound. With improved ergonomics, including a redesigned neck shape for enhanced comfort, the Style B embodies the spirit of jazz while upgrading playability. The floating ebony bridge and Stairstep tailpiece grant excellent sustain and resonance Home Guitars Percussion Accessories D'Angelico D'Angelico Excel Style B Amber item# 1500000418246 The D'Angelico Excel Style B faithfully recreates the hollowbody archtops that defined the jazz era of the 1930s. With its short 24.75" scale, slim C neck profile and woody acoustic resonance, the Style B makes rhythm playing feel natural. The DeArmond Rhythm Master pickup authentically captures the warm, vintage tone that made archtops staples of jazz. For amplified playing, the pickup's transparency provides rich, mellow sound. With improved ergonomics, including a redesigned neck shape for enhanced comfort, the Style B embodies the spirit of jazz while upgrading playability. The floating ebony bridge and Stairstep tailpiece grant excellent sustain and resonance. Available in vintage-inspired Dark Iced Tea Burst and Amber finishes, the D'Angelico Excel Style B lets you channel the lush tone and feel of a classic archtop. Vintage Rhythm Master Pickup for Iconic Jazz Tone The Excel Style B Hollowbody brings back the legendary DeArmond Rhythm Master pickup, recreating the amplified jazz sound of the 1930s. With remarkable transparency that captures the Style B's warm, woody acoustic tone, the Rhythm Master pickup lets you experience archtops as they were meant to be heard. From mellow rhythm comping to singing lead lines, the Rhythm Master pickup elevates the Style B's resonant voice with vintage character. The floating ebony bridge and Stairstep tailpiece further enhance sustain and resonance for expressive playing. When you plug in the Style B, you'll feel transported to the era of jazz's rise. Short Scale and Slim Neck Profile Enhance Playability Designed for jazz rhythm playing, the Style B has a 24.75" scale length, making chords and comping patterns smooth and comfortable. The redesigned slim C neck profile maximizes playing ease while providing excellent handfit. With just 20 frets, the Style B gives you fast access to essential notes and facilitates chord voicings. The 12" fingerboard radius contributes to the Style B's overall playability, offering a feel familiar to electric guitarists. When you pick up the Style B, you'll be inspired to play, solo and explore new musical ideas. All-Solid Construction Yields Rich Resonant Tone With its all-solid spruce top, maple back and sides, the Style B resonates with the depth and character of vintage archtops. The fully hollow maple body provides warm, balanced acoustic tone. Combined with the Rhythm Master's transparent reproduction, the Style B's resonant construction makes your playing sing whether amplified or acoustic. Premium appointments like an ebony fingerboard, Grover tuners and Jescar frets complete the professional-grade build. The Style B's materials and construction let your musicality shine. Vintage-Inspired Esthetics Honor Jazz Legacy From its 17" wide fully hollow body to the floating ebony bridge, the D'Angelico Excel Style B is a beautiful homage to the 1930s jazz era. Available in Dark Iced Tea Burst and Amber sunburst finishes, the maple back and sides exhibit elegant flame figure patterns. With graceful f-holes, gold hardware and a mother-of-pearl logo, the Style B embodies old-school sophistication. The Style B comes with a deluxe hardshell case for safe transport and storage. Bring home the D'Angelico Excel Style B to experience the tone and legacy of jazz's golden age. Features: Faithful replica of John D'Angelico's 1930s archtop Excel Style B, Amber DeArmond Rhythm Master pickup Grover hardware Ebony fingerboard Laminated spruce top Laminated flame maple back and sides Maple/walnut set neck Dual action truss rod Non-cutaway hollowbody Floating ebony bridge Stairstep tailpiece Deluxe hardshell case included Specifications: Body Body Type: Non-Cutaway Hollowbody Top wood: Laminated Spruce Body wood: Flame Maple Body finish: Gloss Neck Neck shape: C Neck wood: 3-piece Maple/walnut Joint: Set-in Scale length: 24.75" Truss rod: Dual-action Fingerboard Material: 3-piece Ebony Radius: 12" Fret size: Extra-jumbo Number of frets: 24 Inlays: Mother-of-pearl Block Nut width/material: 1.69 in. (43 mm) GraphTech Electronics Configuration: H Neck: DeArmond Humbucker Control layout: Master volume Master tone Hardware Bridge type: Fixed Bridge Bridge design: Floating Tailpiece: Tailplate Tuning machines: Locking Color: Gold Other Number of strings: 6 Case: Hardshell Case Orientation: Right Handed Shipping Orders are generally shipped the following business day after payment is received. For example, if your order is placed AND paid for at 1 p.m. Eastern Time on Friday, Musicians Friend will ship it on Monday. We are only shipping eBay orders via standard ground shipping at this time (3-7 business days for delivery once the item leaves our warehouse) Payment We use eBay Managed Payments and accept the following forms of payment credit, debit, and gift cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, PayPal, and PayPal Credit. Sales Tax We are required to collect sales tax on all orders, except those shipped to the following states: Alaska, Delaware, Montana, New Hampshire and Oregon. 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Price: 1699.99 USD
Location: Kansas City, Missouri
End Time: 2024-08-23T18:42:55.000Z
Shipping Cost: 0 USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Brand: D'Angelico
Type: Not Available
MPN: DAESTBAMBGT
Style 1: Amber