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Petite Bouche - Gypsy Jazz Guitar
Ziricote Back & Sides • Sinker Redwood Top • Petite Bouche
 
The Modèle Nomade Petite Bouche is a handcrafted gypsy-jazz guitar inspired by Selmer-style designs and refined for modern playability and expressive tonal nuance.
 
Its petite bouche (small oval) soundhole gives a focused, immediate voice with punchy attack and rich midrange presence — ideal for rhythm and lead work in acoustic ensembles or solo performance.
 
This version pairs the rare visual beauty and depth of Ziricote back and sides with a rich, resonant Sinker Redwood soundboard, creating a harmonious blend of clarity, warmth, and projection unique to this combination of tonewoods.
 
Every aspect of this instrument reflects meticulous craftsmanship — from the adjustable truss rod to the premium hardware that ensures tuning stability and reliable performance. Included with this instrument is an upgraded Hiscox hardshell case for exceptional protection.
 
FEATURES
Tone & Voice
The Sinker Redwood top produces immediate, resonant tone with warmth and rich harmonics, while Ziricote back and sides give depth, projection, and complex overtones. Combined with the petite bouche design, this guitar offers focused projection with clarity for both rhythm comping and articulate lead lines.
 
Playability
Neck profile and setup are optimized for Gypsy-jazz style — fast attack, clear note definition, and comfortable fretting across positions. High-quality tuning machines and reinforced neck provide stability across changes in temperature, humidity, and touring demands.
 
Craftsmanship
Hand-built in Canada with attention to detail in wood selection, joint work, bracing and finish. This instrument is a bespoke heirloom piece designed for serious players and collectors.

Petite Bouche - Gypsy Jazz Guitar

C$8,500.00Price
Quantity

  • Model
    • Whitney Guitars — Modèle Nomade (Petite Bouche)

    Tonewoods
    • Top: Sinker Redwood (solid) — warm, immediate response with rich overtones
    • Back & Sides: Ziricote — focused low end, complex overtone structure, and striking grain pattern
    • Neck: African Mahogany
    • Fingerboard: Ebony
    • Bridge: Rosewood

    Design & Details
    • Petite Bouche (small oval soundhole) for concentrated projection
    • Long scale length (670 mm) for punch and clarity
    • Traditional Selmer-inspired body shape with refined modern playability
    • Premium binding and purfling (wood choice may vary)

    Hardware

    • Schaller GrandTune black and snakewood tuners
    • Adjustable truss rod
    • DR Dell Arte Polished Brass Tailpiece
    • Savarez Argentine 11–46 Strings

    Included
    • Upgraded Hiscox hardshell case (premium protection)
    • Setup to genre-appropriate string height and intonation

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