2008 Santa Cruz D-PW Custom
This 2008 Santa Cruz Custom Pre-War dreadnought features some incredible Bear Claw spruce as well as Ivoroid neck and body binding and Herringbone top purling.
Serial number 5816 is in outstanding condition with minimal play wear and almost no fret wear. There is one noticeable finish chip on the lower bout, treble side, but that is the only one to speak of. This instrument plays and sounds amazing with tight, clear bass and crystalline trebles.
It has been upgraded to Waverly tuners and is gig ready with a K &K Pure Mini pickup.
Non-original hard case included.
2008 Santa Cruz D-PW Custom Specifications
- Bear Claw Sitka spruce top
- East Indian Rosewood back and sides
- 1-11/16th's nut
- 25.375 scale
- 2-3/16th's bridge spacing
From Santa Cruz:
Given the opportunity to hear a truly sophisticated guitar, players experienced a paradigm shift in what they thought possible. This time-tested design ensures large bass response and overall volume. The Pre War design package is presented with understated and elegant appointments to emphasize master grade materials, tone and workmanship.
It is perfect for the aficionado that loves the advantages of a professional boutique instrument featuring Indian Rosewood sides and back with Sitka Spruce top, unassuming solid square headstock and a V neck with volute. Under the hood, the Pre War design package honors its pre-WWII predecessors with an advanced X and scalloped top bracing.
The D/PW's powerful volume, overtones and rich presence is an epiphany to the uninitiated. Expect the predominant bass and throaty presence of the surviving pre-war antiques. There are no unnecessary design features on this model, simply the finest materials treated to SCGC's state of the art lutherie.