Sophisticated Archtop
Injected with the soul of yesterday, the Godin 5th Avenue Kingpin archtop guitar is ideal for the sophisticated guitarist. Get ready for dynamically rich tone with plenty of projection, thanks to the Canadian wild cherry archtop top, back, and sides. Then, as you plug into your favorite amp, you'll be greeted with the 5th Avenue Kingpin's attitude-tinged vintage tone, courtesy of the single P-90 pickup at the neck. This full-flavored beauty is the kind of guitar you won't want to put down!
Whether you play jazz, alt-country, delta blues, rock, or anything in between, the Godin 5th Avenue Kingpin is just the distinguished, tone-drenched guitar you've been looking for. Factor in the rustic-inspired beauty of its custom satin-sheened polished finish, and you've got a guitar reminiscent of yesterday, with all the stability of today.
Since the early 1970s, Godin has been crafting pro-quality instruments loaded with innovations. Whether you're a session pro or a re-creational player, Godin has a guitar built to suit you perfectly. You'll love the clean lines, the exceptionally comfortable playing feel, and the exquisite tone you get from a Godin guitar. You get it all: classic craftsmanship, modern features, and amazing tonality. Here's your chance to get your hands on a pro-quality guitar!
Godin 5th Avenue Kingpin Archtop Guitar Features at a Glance:
Natural
Archtop hollowbody electric guitar
Canadian wild cherry archtop
Canadian wild cherry back and sides
Silver leaf maple neck
Contoured high-gloss black headstock
Custom polished finish
Rosewood fingerboard
Adjustable TUSQ bridge by Graphtech
Cream binding
1 x Godin Kingpin P-90 single-coil pickup
1 x volume, 1 x tone
16" fingerboard radius
24.84" scale
1.72" nut width
Brand | Godin |
Year | Current |
Model Number | 031979 |
Sound Hole | F Holes |
Fret Neck | 14 Fret |
Condition | New |
Size | 16" |
Scale Length | 24.84" |
Nut Width | 1.72" |
Top | Canadian Wild Cherry |
Back and Sides | Canadian Wild Cherry |
Neck | Silver Leaf Maple |
Fingerboard | Rosewood |
Binding | Cream |
Finish | Natural |
Tailpiece | Trapeze |
Action | Varies |
Strings | Nickel |
Case | None |
Pickup(s) | P90 |
Truss Rod | Yes |
Same thickness as the GP250 but smaller over all dimensions. Provides better control with out losing tone. Seems to work nicely on shorter scale guitars. 27.5 mm long, 23.3 mm wide, 2.5 mm thick. (two per pack).
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