Stonebridge / Furch 2008 GS 23-CR Acoustic (Pre-owned)
Stonebridge was the original branding of Czechia-based Furch guitars. We've now had both brandings in the shop second-hand and are mightily impressed with the build quality, attention to detail, and playability of these acoustics. This GS 23-CR is in excellent condition despite its age. The only observable blemish is a small ding in the wood of the neck heel (see centre of detail photo). The guitar comes with its original hard case.
Furch say:
"Sound is the most important consideration for Furch guitars. Making good-sounding instruments has been our main objective since 1981. The excellent acoustic qualities of Furch guitars are the result of state-of-the art technologies and proprietary production processes combined with the use of the best available tonewoods, harvested in strict observance of responsible environmental practices.
"Furch guitars are made from the highest quality premium tonewoods with certified origin. We pay meticulous attention to the selection of tonewoods, and the same care is taken in subsequent processing, which includes drying, sorting, and various other tasks. Thanks to fine-tuned wood processing methods, we are able to produce exceptional guitars that charm listeners with outstanding sound and attractive looks.
"Every Furch guitar is crafted with accurate precision and maximum attention to detail. Our manufacturing process includes a number of proprietary technologies that rely on expertise we’ve accumulated over the course of four decades. Furch guitars are handmade with the help of machines we have designed to achieve unsurpassed quality.
"We are a technological pioneer committed to pushing the limits of guitar making regarding sound, precision, and manufacturing technologies."
Specifications of second-hand items, which are sold without UK VAT, are established to the best of our knowledge.
Stonebridge was the original branding of Czechia-based Furch guitars. We've now had both brandings in the shop second-hand and are mightily impressed with the build quality, attention to detail, and playability of these acoustics. This OMS 32-SM is in excellent condition despite its age. The only observable blemish is a small ding in the wood of the neck heel (see centre of detail photo). The guitar comes with its original hard case.
Furch say:
"Sound is the most important consideration for Furch guitars. Making good-sounding instruments has been our main objective since 1981. The excellent acoustic qualities of Furch guitars are the result of state-of-the art technologies and proprietary production processes combined with the use of the best available tonewoods, harvested in strict observance of responsible environmental practices.
"Furch guitars are made from the highest quality premium tonewoods with certified origin. We pay meticulous attention to the selection of tonewoods, and the same care is taken in subsequent processing, which includes drying, sorting, and various other tasks. Thanks to fine-tuned wood processing methods, we are able to produce exceptional guitars that charm listeners with outstanding sound and attractive looks.
"Every Furch guitar is crafted with accurate precision and maximum attention to detail. Our manufacturing process includes a number of proprietary technologies that rely on expertise we’ve accumulated over the course of four decades. Furch guitars are handmade with the help of machines we have designed to achieve unsurpassed quality.
"We are a technological pioneer committed to pushing the limits of guitar making regarding sound, precision, and manufacturing technologies."
Specifications of second-hand items, which are sold without UK VAT, are established to the best of our knowledge.
SPECIFICATIONS
Body
Neck-to-body joint At the 14th fret
Solid top Western red cedar
Solid back and sides Indian rosewood
Binding Artificial tortoise with contrasting line
Purfling Black and white line
Rosette Black and white triple ring with green abalone inlay
Bridge Ebony
Bridge pins Artificial tortoise
Saddle TUSQ fully compensated
Bridge string spacing 55 mm
Top finish Full-Pore High-Gloss Finish
Back and sides finish Full-Pore High-Gloss Finish
Pickguard Anti-Scratch - transparent
Neck
Nut width 45 mm
Available nut width 43 mm and 48 mm
Scale length 650 mm
Fingerboard material Ebony
Fingerboard radius 400 mm
Fingerboard front inlay Pearl flower
Headstock overlay Ebony
Neck material African mahogany
Machine heads Schaller M6 Gold - gear ratio 1:15
Machine head buttons Artificial tortoise
Zero fret TUSQ
Nut string spacing (45 mm) 38 mm
Nut string spacing (43 mm) 36,6 mm
Nut string spacing (48 mm) 40,1 mm
Neck finish Full-Pore Smooth-Slide Satin Finish
Headstock finish Full-Pore High-Gloss Finish