Atkin Essential D Aged Custom 'Adirondack Spruce / Mahogany' Acoustic Guitar

The Atkin Essential D Custom is a guitar that captures the essence of classic acoustic design, offering a unique blend of vintage warmth and modern precision. Handcrafted in Canterbury, England, each Atkin guitar is built with a focus on craftsmanship, tonal integrity, and lasting playability. The Essential D is a stripped-down masterpiece that embodies 100% Atkin tone. Usually featuring a baked Sitka top, we've chosen to upgrade this one with an Adirondack spruce top, braced with pre-war scalloped bracing, to deliver a remarkable open sound with a big, powerful low end that is hard to match. The mahogany back and sides provide a perfect balance of warmth and clarity, while the mahogany neck and ebony fingerboard enhance the guitar’s smooth playability and vintage feel.

The Essential D Custom takes inspiration from the legendary Martin D-18, offering a truly distinctive sound that stands apart from other traditional builders. The super-thin aged lacquer finish and Atkin's unique bracing result in an instrument that is both open-sounding and dynamic. With its 'Aged' finish, this guitar is a timeless workhorse perfect for songwriters and performers who require a versatile, reliable, and resonant instrument for any musical environment. Whether you’re playing on stage or in the studio, the Atkin Essential D Custom is built to inspire for years to come.

Specs

Top  -  Adirondack Spruce
Back & Sides - Mahogany
Neck - Mahogany
Backstrip - Ebony
Headstock Overlay - Ebony
Logo- Atkin Decal
Truss Rod - Dual Action
Fretboard - Ebony
Bridge - Ebony
Rosette - Black/White/Black
Purfling - Black/White/Black/White
Binding - Tortoiseshell
Bracing - Pre-war scalloped
Lacquer Finish - Aged Thin Gloss Nitrocellulose
Nut & Saddle - Bone
Tuners - Nickel Gotoh
Side Dot Fretboard Markers - Silver
Fret Markers - MOP - Dots
Case - Atkin Hard Shell

Body Length - 20"
Body Depth - 4 7/8"
Lower Bout Width - 15 5/8"
Total Length - 40 1/4"
Scale Length - 25.4"
Nut Width - 1 3/4"