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    Description

    The Ecliptic model is a small-body acoustic with exceptional drive and range. Slightly smaller than an OM, this instrument is refined design from years of planning and experimentation. The unique bracing and body shape create an ideal fingerstyle guitar with punch and and clarity. For more information about the Ecliptic guitar design, click here.

    Serial no. 2185

    Constructed with Indian rosewood back & sides with a western red cedar top. The neck is Honduran mahogany with rosewood laminates. Ebony fingerboard and bridge.

    Specs:

      • Nut Width: 1-3/4"
      • Nut & Saddle: bone
      • Top Wood: Cedar
      • Back & Sides: Indian rosewood
      • Neck: Honduran mahogany
      • Bridge: ebony
      • Fingerboard: ebony
      • Fingerboard Radius: 14"

     

     

     

     

      • Scale Length: 25.25"
      • Lower Bout: 15"
      • Depth: 4"
      • Upper Bout: 11.125"
      • Body Length: 18.6"
      • Neck Reinforcement: 2-way truss rod w/ hardwood laminates
      • Neck Finish: satin nitro
      • Body Finish: high gloss nitrocellulose lacquer
      • Tuners: Gotoh 510 Delta
      • Case: Guardian Premium Plush Hardshell

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    custom orders & reservations

    Additional information

    Case Included

    Acoustic Hardshell Case

    Warranty

    Solstice guitars are warrantied against any defect in craftsmanship or materials for 10 years. This warranty includes general maintenance and one complete setup within the first two years of your ownership. Your guitar comes with instructions and a guide for proper care. More details on our FAQ page.

    The Story

  • Mahogany top Jumbo Acoustic Guitar with shell inlays

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    $2,500.00 – $8,500.00

    Customize Your Ecliptic

    This refundable deposit reserves your spot on our build schedule. We’ll hold it until your quote is approved.

    I will contact you within two business days and we’ll finalize your specs and details. Please leave notes on the checkout page to help me prep your official quote with ideas on woods, inlay, nut width, neck profile, or anything else.” -Ryan, head luthier

    Base Price: $5,800

    Choose from the following options to get started.

    Description

    Ecliptic Deposit Info

    Our schedule fills fast. Reserve your custom Ecliptic.
    This refundable deposit reserves your build slot until we finalize your quote. You can accept or decline the official quote. Some woods and extensive custom options may require an additional deposit amount to start the build.
    All Ecliptic models feature our compound parabolic bracing and A-frame support system. Braces, bridge and neck are set with hot hide glue. Guitar comes with a hardshell case. More details below.

     

    Base Price: $5,800

    STANDARD SPECS:

      • Scale Length: 25.25"
      • Lower Bout: 15"
      • Body Depth: 4"
      • Upper Bout: 11.125"
      • Body Length: 18.6"
      • Neck Reinforcement: 2-way truss rod w/ hardwood laminates or carbon fiber rods
      • Nut & Saddle: bone
      • Inlay: 12th fret emblem, offset swoosh fret markers, pearl side dots
      • Top Wood: Adirondack spruce, Sitka, Cedar
      • Back & Sides: Indian Rosewood, Ovangkol, Mahogany
      • Neck: Honduran mahogany
      • Body Finish: high gloss nitrocellulose lacquer
      • Tuners: Gotoh 510 Delta
      • Case: Guardian Premium hardshell

    OPTIONS & UPGRADES:

      • B&S Upgrades: flame maple, wenge, zircote, Brazilian rosewood, black limba, bubinga, others available
      • Top Upgrades: Euopean/alpine spruce (moon spruce,) torrified sitka spruce, Oregon Cypress, sinker redwood, others
      • Inlay Upgrades: many inlay options and possibilities. We'll guide the design process.
      • Nut & Saddle: upgrade to Fossilized Walrus Ivory
      • Bridge: ebony or Brazilian rosewood
      • Pickup Option: K&K Trinity System, dual source with preamp
      • Nut Width: 1-11/16" or 1-3/4"
      • Neck Wood: rosewood/wenge laminate upgrade
      • Fingerboard: ebony or rosewood
      • Fingerboard Radius: 14" (subtle compound to 16")
      • Frets: Jescar EVO Gold or 18% nickel silver
      • Neck Finish: satin nitro or hand buffed TruOil varnish
      • Neck Shape: Modern Slim-ish or Vintage V-ish
      • Tuners Upgrades: Gotoh DeVinci, nickel, black, upgrade to gold, others available

     

    Please inquire for pricing on upgrades & options

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    The exclusive recommendation for Solstice acoustics

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    Views from the office. Just got done with a photo shoot on this one. Already #sold but will post more pics and video soon.

    🎸Handcrafted guitars
    📍Flagstaff, AZ

    www.solsticeguitars.com

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    Views from the office. Just got done with a photo shoot on this one. Already #sold but will post more pics and video soon. 🎸Handcrafted guitars 📍Flagstaff, AZ www.solsticeguitars.com #solsticeguitars #ecliptic #guitarmaking #guitarbuildersofinstagram #guitargeek #acousticguitars #luthiers #guitarbuildersofinstagram #guitarplay #guitarsdaily #guitarart #guitarbuilding #guitarbuilders #guitarbuild #luthierlife #guitarists #guitarsforsale #guitarforsale #acousticguitar #customguitar #guitarplayer #guitarshopping #guitarstagram #acousticguitarist #instaguitars #gallery

    📸 I remember how this piece of cedar smelled when I sanded the top plate. Warm and rich with a dark sweetness.

    Do you prefer spruce or cedar soundboards? You`ll hear that cedar is best for fingerstyle players, but it really depends on how you build with it, the body shape, bracing, etc. Not to mention you, the player.

    I love making guitars for specific players, tweaking the internal bracing and preparing the wood to get a certain result.

    Save 10% on a custom build like this one with our Love It or Leave It ordering program. Link in bio for details.

    #solsticeguitars #acousticguitarist #guitarmaking #guitarbuildersofinstagram #guitargeek #acousticguitarplaying #luthiers #guitarbuildersofinstagram #ecliptic #acousticguitars #guitarart #guitarbuilding #guitarbuilders #guitarbuild #acousticguitarplayer #luthierguitars #guitarsforsale #guitarforsale #customguitars #customguitar #customguitarbuild #guitarshopping #guitarstagram #guitarsetup #guitarporn #instaguitars

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    📸 I remember how this piece of cedar smelled when I sanded the top plate. Warm and rich with a dark sweetness. Do you prefer spruce or cedar soundboards? You'll hear that cedar is best for fingerstyle players, but it really depends on how you build with it, the body shape, bracing, etc. Not to mention you, the player. I love making guitars for specific players, tweaking the internal bracing and preparing the wood to get a certain result. Save 10% on a custom build like this one with our Love It or Leave It ordering program. Link in bio for details. #solsticeguitars #acousticguitarist #guitarmaking #guitarbuildersofinstagram #guitargeek #acousticguitarplaying #luthiers #guitarbuildersofinstagram #ecliptic #acousticguitars #guitarart #guitarbuilding #guitarbuilders #guitarbuild #acousticguitarplayer #luthierguitars #guitarsforsale #guitarforsale #customguitars #customguitar #customguitarbuild #guitarshopping #guitarstagram #guitarsetup #guitarporn #instaguitars

    Another Ecliptic ready to go🌞 I know these look similar in photos, but what makes them so special is how every build has its own unique features and feel.

    If you’re in the market for a custom acoustic build like this one… I’m taking orders on my site! Link in bio for details.

    #solsticeguitars #gallery #ecliptic

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    Another Ecliptic ready to go🌞 I know these look similar in photos, but what makes them so special is how every build has its own unique features and feel. If you’re in the market for a custom acoustic build like this one… I’m taking orders on my site! Link in bio for details. #solsticeguitars #gallery #ecliptic

    Nothing like the classic shine of nitrocellulose lacquer... the real stuff, no polyurethane here folks. 🙃 Here`s a look at the latest acoustic creation!
    I`m accepting a limited number of orders for the remaining 2022 schedule.

    🎸Handcrafted guitars
    📍Flagstaff, AZ

    #solsticeguitars #flagstaff #guitarmaking #guitarbuildersofinstagram #guitargeek #acousticguitarist #luthiers #guitarbuildersofinstagram #luthiery #guitarsdaily #guitarart #guitarbuilding #guitarbuilders #guitarbuild #luthierlife #luthierguitars #guitarsforsale #guitarforsale #customguitars #customguitar #customguitarbuild #guitarshopping #guitarstagram #acousticguitars #instaguitars #ecliptic

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    Nothing like the classic shine of nitrocellulose lacquer... the real stuff, no polyurethane here folks. 🙃 Here's a look at the latest acoustic creation! I'm accepting a limited number of orders for the remaining 2022 schedule. 🎸Handcrafted guitars 📍Flagstaff, AZ #solsticeguitars #flagstaff #guitarmaking #guitarbuildersofinstagram #guitargeek #acousticguitarist #luthiers #guitarbuildersofinstagram #luthiery #guitarsdaily #guitarart #guitarbuilding #guitarbuilders #guitarbuild #luthierlife #luthierguitars #guitarsforsale #guitarforsale #customguitars #customguitar #customguitarbuild #guitarshopping #guitarstagram #acousticguitars #instaguitars #ecliptic

    Happy summer solstice!🌞

    Today is the longest day of the year, the start of a new season. This is an overdue hello, and preparation for what`s coming next.

    (1) This weekend we`ll be launching the Love-It or Leave-It custom order program, a risk-free option if you`re curious about a custom build.

    (2) We have a new version of the Transit model coming out in a few weeks. With this new version will also come a new name! The Tellurion.

    (3) Lastly, I`ve begun a collaboration with Lindsey Guitar Works. We`ve started a special run of three Meridian models, all being made with Solstice specs & features. We`ll have more info & pre-orders available for you next month.

    #solsticeguitars #flagstaff #guitarmaking #guitarbuildersofinstagram #guitargeek #guitarobsession #luthiers #guitarbuildersofinstagram #luthiery #guitarsdaily #acousticguitar #guitarbuilding #guitarbuilders #guitarbuild #luthierlife #acousticguitarplayer #guitarsforsale #acousticguitarist #customguitars #customguitar #customguitarbuild #guitarshopping #guitarstagram #guitarsetup #instaguitars #ecliptic

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    Happy summer solstice!🌞 Today is the longest day of the year, the start of a new season. This is an overdue hello, and preparation for what's coming next. (1) This weekend we'll be launching the Love-It or Leave-It custom order program, a risk-free option if you're curious about a custom build. (2) We have a new version of the Transit model coming out in a few weeks. With this new version will also come a new name! The Tellurion. (3) Lastly, I've begun a collaboration with Lindsey Guitar Works. We've started a special run of three Meridian models, all being made with Solstice specs & features. We'll have more info & pre-orders available for you next month. #solsticeguitars #flagstaff #guitarmaking #guitarbuildersofinstagram #guitargeek #guitarobsession #luthiers #guitarbuildersofinstagram #luthiery #guitarsdaily #acousticguitar #guitarbuilding #guitarbuilders #guitarbuild #luthierlife #acousticguitarplayer #guitarsforsale #acousticguitarist #customguitars #customguitar #customguitarbuild #guitarshopping #guitarstagram #guitarsetup #instaguitars #ecliptic

    Here’s a new bridge plate style I’ve been messing with. It’s cross grain top wood (in this case that’s sinker redwood) with a Port Orford cedar cap. This POC is almost as hard as maple. The final plate is about 120% the thickness of a typical maple plate, but about 85% the mass. I’m expecting a little added stability without sacrificing anything else. That’s the idea.
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    Here’s a new bridge plate style I’ve been messing with. It’s cross grain top wood (in this case that’s sinker redwood) with a Port Orford cedar cap. This POC is almost as hard as maple. The final plate is about 120% the thickness of a typical maple plate, but about 85% the mass. I’m expecting a little added stability without sacrificing anything else. That’s the idea. • #guitarbuildersofinstagram #woodworking #acousticguitar #acoustic #customguitar #handmadeinamerica #flagstaffarizona #guitar #solstice #custom #customized #luthiery #arizonaluthier #guitargeek #guitarbuilder #guitarart #highend #Ecliptic #guitarsdaily

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    Another nice looking pair. Hopefully boxing these up later in the week…
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    Another nice looking pair. Hopefully boxing these up later in the week… • #guitarmaking #ecliptic #solsticeguitars #flagstaff #customized #guitarbuildersofinstagram #flagstaffarizona #sinkerredwoodtop #sinkerredwood #arizona #highend #handmadeinamerica #guitar #rosette #luthiery #woodworking #arizonaluthier #acousticguitar #guitarmaker #luthier #guitarbuilder #customguitar #customluthier #guitarsdaily #solstice #guitarart #guitargeek #acoustic #inprocess

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    Another #Ecliptic model coming along.
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    It’s #rosette time again… Another #Ecliptic model coming along. • #solstice #guitargeek #luthiery #sinkerredwood #sinkerredwoodtop #redwood #guitarbuildersofinstagram #woodworking #guitarmaker #guitarsdaily #acousticguitar #luthier #arizona #customluthier #guitarart #handmadeinamerica #flagstaffarizona #customguitar #custom #solsticeguitars

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    Additional information

    Build Time

    The current estimated build time for a Solstice acoustic is 6-9 months.

    Case

    All acoustic models come with a plush hard case.

    FAQs

    What happens after I make a deposit?

    We will contact you within ONE business day for a consultation and to finalize your details. After a couple emails we will send you the official quote. If you approve we’ll get started on your guitar. If you decline we’ll refund your deposit.

    What is included in the quote?

    The quote will show all the specs and details for your build, with pricing for any upgrades.

    How long does the process take?

    The quoting process can take a few days or longer if we are proofing inlay designs and other custom options. Acoustic builds take 6-9 months to finish once started.

    How will I get my new guitar?

    When your build is finished we’ll email you the invoice for your final payment and then ship it directly to you. Shipping is always FREE anywhere in the mainland USA.

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    $4,900.00

    This guitar is nearing completion. The sale price represents your pre-order discount. Make a refundable deposit to reserve this guitar!

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    Description

    The Ecliptic model is a refined design from years of planning and experimentation. The unique bracing and body shape create an ideal fingerstyle guitar with plenty of punch for moderate picking. For more information about the Ecliptic design, click here.

    THIS GUITAR ~ Serial no. 2186

    Ovangkol back & sides with a Sitka spruce top. This Ecliptic is the first prototype designed with the new CarveAway cutaway feature and a full 24-fret fingerboard.

    Specs

      • Nut Width: 1-3/4"
      • Nut & Saddle: bone
      • Top Wood: Spruce
      • Back & Sides: Ovangkol
      • Neck: Honduran mahogany
      • Bridge: ebony
      • Fingerboard: ebony
      • Fingerboard Radius: 14"

     

     

     

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      • Scale Length: 25.25"
      • Lower Bout: 15"
      • Depth: 4"
      • Upper Bout: 11.125"
      • Body Length: 18.6"
      • Neck Reinforcement: 2-way truss rod w/ carbon fiber rods
      • Neck Finish: satin nitro
      • Body Finish: high gloss nitrocellulose lacquer
      • Tuners: Gotoh 510 Delta
      • Case: Guardian Premium Plush Hardshell

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    make a fully refundable deposit

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