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SCGC’s concept for the H13 is to achieve power beyond what would be expected in a small bodied guitar. Two fundamental lutherie tricks make this possible: a longer string length adding more downward pressure at the saddle, and optimizing volume and bass response via a deeper body. To place the bridge in the optimal position for power and maintain the longer string length, the neck joins the body at the 13th fret. The historical precedent for this classic shape was the ‘Nick Lucas Special’ from the 1920’s and ’30’s, the one Bob Dylan holds in early photos. The “H” designation is an acknowledgment to the guardian of the lore of all things vintage and stringed, Maestro Paul Hostetter, who commissioned SCGC to build the prototype in 1978. This H13 has been customized with a gorgeous Old Growth Mahogany top, which produces a warmer, richer, and more complex sound with notable sustain.  Call HBG today for all of the information on this incredible H13 Custom from Santa Cruz Guitar Company! • Top Wood Old Growth Mahogany Back Wood Mahogany Neck Mahogany Fingerboard Ebony Bridge Ebony Nut Width 1-3/4" Scale Length 25.375" String Spacing 2-3/16" at the 14th Fret Cutaway No Strings Santa Cruz Brand Tuners Waverly Nickel w/ Ivoroid Buttons Peghead  Script Logo Binding Koa Neck Shape V Back Stripe S29 Construction Handmade Made In Santa Cruz, CA Case Santa Cruz Hardshell Serial # 1867 Warranty Limited  Heartbreaker Take A customized masterpiece!

The Santa Cruz H-13 is a meticulously crafted parlor guitar featuring a Sitka Spruce top and Mahogany body, designed for exceptional tonal quality and playability.