AdamCHAN Guitars S0605C
Introducing a Unique Guitar from AdamCHAN Guitars.This exceptional instrument, crafted in our Singapore workshop, features a captivating combination of Phoebe Zhennan for the top and Cocobolo for the back and sides.Available exclusively by request, this guitar exemplifies our "Standard Plus" line.Phoebe Zhennan, also known as Nanmu (楠木), is a highly revered hardwood native to China. Renowned for its rarity, striking aesthetics, captivating fragrance, remarkable durability, and historical significance, it was once favored by Chinese emperors and nobility.While not all wood types are suitable for guitar tops due to specific acoustic requirements, I embarked on a journey in 2020 to explore...
TONEWOOD SPECS
Soundboard: Phoebe ZhennanBody Wood: Cocobolo
Neck Wood: Figured Nyatoh (Bolt-On)
Fretboard: Cocobolo
Bridge: Cocobolo
AVAILABLE BY REQUEST ONLY
This guitar build is currently available by Build Request only. Click on "Initiate Request" button below to reach out directly to the Luthier and start a conversation about a guitar build. There is no obligation involved with direct communication with a Builder and no referral fees for the Buyer.
This exceptional instrument, crafted in our Singapore workshop, features a captivating combination of Phoebe Zhennan for the top and Cocobolo for the back and sides.
Available exclusively by request, this guitar exemplifies our "Standard Plus" line.
Phoebe Zhennan, also known as Nanmu (楠木), is a highly revered hardwood native to China. Renowned for its rarity, striking aesthetics, captivating fragrance, remarkable durability, and historical significance, it was once favored by Chinese emperors and nobility.
While not all wood types are suitable for guitar tops due to specific acoustic requirements, I embarked on a journey in 2020 to explore the potential of Phoebe Zhennan.
My ambition was to create a guitar that not only boasted stunning visual appeal on every surface but also met the stringent demands of a high-quality instrument.
Unfortunately, the initial prototype, completed in 2020, experienced a top failure. This setback prompted a thorough reevaluation of my approach and led to the guitar's withdrawal from the market. It remained in its case until 2024.
In October 2024, a chance encounter during a video call with Brazilian music producer and friend, André Cavalcante, reignited my interest in the project.
André expressed keen interest in the guitar and encouraged me to restore it for his upcoming Christmas performance in Rome.
I promptly undertook the restoration, incorporating a revised brace design and a new Phoebe Zhennan top. Completed in November 2024, the guitar was shipped to Rome in time for André's performance.
His captivating solo guitar piece showcased the instrument's exceptional qualities, and a video of this performance is available for your enjoyment.
This unique combination of Phoebe Zhennan and Cocobolo produces a truly remarkable sound: crystal-clear tone, excellent note separation, powerful bass response, and long, flowing sustain for both chords and single notes.
The fingerboard is crafted from a carefully selected piece of Cocobolo, featuring a 44.5mm nut width and a 660mm scale length. Schertler Gold tuners with ebony buttons complete this exquisite instrument.
S/No: 20241206024
Build Specifications
| MODEL | Model S0605C |
| YEAR BUILT | 2024 |
| SOUNDBOARD WOOD | Phoebe Zhennan |
| BACK & SIDE WOOD | Cocobolo |
| BODY SHAPE | Orchestra |
| BODY DEPTH | N/A |
| SCALE LENGTH | 660mm |
| FRETBOARD WOOD | Cocobolo |
| BRIDGE WOOD | Cocobolo |
| NUT & SADDLE | Unbleached Bone |
| NUT WIDTH | 44.5mm |
| STRING SPACING | 56mm @ Saddle |
| FRET WIRES | N/A |
| HEADSTOCK | N/A |
| INLAY NOTES | N/A |
| TUNING MACHINES | Schertler Gold-Ebony |
| NECK INFO | Figured Nyatoh (Bolt-On) |
| TRUSS ROD | N/A |
| BINDING | Woodlines |
| BRACING | N/A |
| ROSETTE | N/A |
| BRIDGE PINS | Brass |
| 12TH FRET ACTION | N/A |
| RADIUS DATA | N/A |
| BUILD FINISH | PU |
| AMPLIFIED? | No |
| AMP TYPE | None |
| STRINGS | N/A |
| CASE INFO | Hardcase |
| WORKSHOP CITY | Singapore |
| ORIGIN COUNTRY | Singapore |
SHIPPING INFORMATION
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INSURANCE INFORMATION
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