SOLD - Gilet WB (Weissenborn Style) – Australia 2014

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What makes Gilet guitars so different? 

The tops are thinned by hand from the centre to the edge and are joined to the sides with solid wood linings These solid linings provide the sides with rigidity to support the top so sound energy is reflected back into the top, thus engendering a more lively the sound. 

The top braces are scalloped and tuned in relation to the backs, not just randomly assigned. The back and sides are machined to an exact thickness to achieve the correct resonance. 

All Gilet guitars are handmade from magnificent proven tone woods, some traditional, some Australian and some exotic. Gilet guitars are sold worldwide and have been purchased by international stars such as Sting, high profile Aussie players, and of course, people who just love top quality guitars and want something special and unique. 

Details: 

Make: Gilet 

Model: WB (Weissenborn Style) 

Top: Tasmanian Blackwood 

Back: Tasmanian Blackwood 

Sides: Tasmanian Blackwood 

Bridge: Brazilian Rosewood 

Binding: Rope Purfling from Germany 

Bracing: Spruce 

Headstock: Mahogany w Rosewood Veneer 

Tuners: Gotoh 

This is a high-quality, Australian made lap steel guitar. The finest of timbers from Gerard Gilet’s collection have been utilised in its construction, and the result is a resonant and sweet-sounding guitar, with excellent playability.  

To add to its top-shelf sound and playability, this Gilet is a feast for the eyes, with its beautiful ‘rope’ purfling, mother of pearl inlay and stunning Tasmanian Blackwood top and body. The attention to detail and quality is as you would expect from any of Gerard’s builds; second to none. 

Comes with its original hardshell case in great condition.