Elation
The original Philz guitar
Woods used
Rosewood, Sitka Spruce, Maple, Ebony
Year
2023
When the idea of naming each model was proposed, the rush of delight I felt upon hearing its first sounds made ‘Elation’ feel like the ideal name for what was my first build.
Components
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Materials:
AAA Grade Alaskan Sitka Spruce (Bearclaw Figure)
Features:
- Slow-grown in Alaskan climate for tightly packed growth rings
- Produces crisp tones and excellent sustain
- Bearclaw striations add unique visual variation
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Materials:
AAA Grade, Book-matched Indian Rosewood
Features:
- Exceptional tonewood with deep, warm colour
- Richly figured grain enhances aesthetics
- Book-matching ensures symmetrical appearance
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Materials:
Maple, laminated with Indian Rosewood mid-layer, shaped using hand-tools
Features:
- Maple provides added crispness of sound
- Heavier than mahogany but tonally articulate
- Rosewood layer adds aesthetic contrast
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Materials:
High-grade Ebony
Features:
- Top-grade material for strength, hardness, and playability
- Preferred choice for its sleek feel and tonal clarity
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Materials:
High-grade Ebony inlayed with “Mother of pearl” insignia and “abalone” decal
Features:
- Top-grade material for strength, hardness, and playability
- Preferred choice for its sleek feel and tonal clarity
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Materials:
High-grade Ebony
Features:
- Top-grade material for strength
- Colour matches the fretboard
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Type:
Elixir, Phosphor Bronze, 13/56 Gauge
Features:
- Known for long-lasting tone and smooth feel
- Excellent reliability and balanced projection
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Materials:
High-quality gold-plated “Grover” hardware
Features:
- Offers consistent tuning stability
- Adds refined visual elegance
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Materials:
Bone
Features:
- Excellent tonal transmission
- Strong, wear-resistant material for lasting performance
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Materials:
Curly Maple
Features:
- Striking figure valued for aesthetic appeal
- Challenging to work with, but worth it for visual impact
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Materials:
Custom-made from Indian Rosewood
Features:
- Matches the back and sides for visual consistency
- Handcrafted details adds unique character
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