Thomas Humphrey Handcrafted by Martin C-TSH Raised Fingerboard Made in 2001
Description
ThomasHumphrey HandcraftedbyMartinC-TSH Raised fingerboard specification Made in 2001
Thomas Humphrey 1948-2008 studied music from a young age, learning to play the cello. In 1970, he moved from Minnesota to New York, where he studied guitar making with Michael Grien. At first, he learned traditional Spanish production techniques and was involved in production activities, but as a passionate researcher, he was not satisfied with the traditional guitars and constantly tried to develop new ones.
In 1985, we began creating the Millennium model, which was later called the raised fingerboard RF specification. By drawing a large curve toward the neck side and thinning the thickness on the neck side, the structure gives the appearance that the neck is lifted, and also creates an angle between the strings and the top plate, which also has the effect of increasing vibration efficiency. . The production of this model, which dramatically improved high-position playability, made it a popular maker and was used by world-famous guitarists such as Sharon Isbin, Elliott Fisk, William Kannengaiser, and the Assad brothers.
The collaboration between Maitin and Thomas Humphrey began in 1998. Due to the worldwide popularity of Thomas Humphrey's guitars, they had become difficult to obtain, but they were finally made available by using Martin's production line to produce models designed by Thomas Humphrey.
Only 263 C-TSH models were produced in total.
The one that arrived this time seems to be made in 2001 based on the serial number.
Although it has had a history of repair including bridge replacement and heel seam repair, it remains in such beautiful condition with few scratches that it is hard to believe that it has been over 20 years since it was made.
The neck and frets are in good condition, and the string height is quite low, making it very easy to play.
This guitar has a soft and gentle tone, and the sustain is firm and smooth. Although the guitar has a modern appearance, its sound has a delicate beauty, and I think it will be useful not only in classical music but also in various genres of music.
Year
2001
Top: Pine Spruce
Side & Back: Rosewood
Chord length Scale:650mm
Nut width NutWide:52.0mm
StringsWide:42.5mm
Hard case included
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ACCESS
By train
5 minutes walk from JR Ochanomizu Station
5 minutes walk from Shin-Ochanomizu Station on the Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line
5 minutes walk from Tokyo Metro Hanzomon Line Jimbocho Station
5 minutes walk from Toei Shinjuku Line Toei Mita Line Jimbocho Station
Access from interchange
Approximately 1km from Hitotsubashi IC on the Metropolitan Expressway Inner Loop Line
Approximately 1km from Kandabashi IC on the Metropolitan Expressway Inner Loop Line
Parking information
Meiji University Liberty Tower Parking Lot
We offer free parking tickets for purchases made at our store!
Purchase more than 1 hour free
Manufacture year 2001
Top plate material spruce
Side plate material rosewood
Back plate material rosewood
Accessories hard case,
Thomas Humphrey 1948-2008 studied music from a young age, learning to play the cello. In 1970, he moved from Minnesota to New York, where he studied guitar making with Michael Grien. At first, he learned traditional Spanish production techniques and was involved in production activities, but as a passionate researcher, he was not satisfied with the traditional guitars and constantly tried to develop new ones.
In 1985, we began creating the Millennium model, which was later called the raised fingerboard RF specification. By drawing a large curve toward the neck side and thinning the thickness on the neck side, the structure gives the appearance that the neck is lifted, and also creates an angle between the strings and the top plate, which also has the effect of increasing vibration efficiency. . The production of this model, which dramatically improved high-position playability, made it a popular maker and was used by world-famous guitarists such as Sharon Isbin, Elliott Fisk, William Kannengaiser, and the Assad brothers.
The collaboration between Maitin and Thomas Humphrey began in 1998. Due to the worldwide popularity of Thomas Humphrey's guitars, they had become difficult to obtain, but they were finally made available by using Martin's production line to produce models designed by Thomas Humphrey.
Only 263 C-TSH models were produced in total.
The one that arrived this time seems to be made in 2001 based on the serial number.
Although it has had a history of repair including bridge replacement and heel seam repair, it remains in such beautiful condition with few scratches that it is hard to believe that it has been over 20 years since it was made.
The neck and frets are in good condition, and the string height is quite low, making it very easy to play.
This guitar has a soft and gentle tone, and the sustain is firm and smooth. Although the guitar has a modern appearance, its sound has a delicate beauty, and I think it will be useful not only in classical music but also in various genres of music.
Year
2001
Top: Pine Spruce
Side & Back: Rosewood
Chord length Scale:650mm
Nut width NutWide:52.0mm
StringsWide:42.5mm
Hard case included
I'll send you a preview video!
The store is far away and I can't come easily because I'm busy.
We will shoot such a trial video at the store and send it to you!
Please let us know the product you want by email.
Thoroughly strengthening used purchase & trade-in
We also accept used purchases, trade-ins, and consignments.
Please feel free to contact us first.
0% interest campaign
Dr.Sound is now a strong ally when purchasing musical instruments.
Split interest rate 0 campaign.
ACCESS
By train
5 minutes walk from JR Ochanomizu Station
5 minutes walk from Shin-Ochanomizu Station on the Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line
5 minutes walk from Tokyo Metro Hanzomon Line Jimbocho Station
5 minutes walk from Toei Shinjuku Line Toei Mita Line Jimbocho Station
Access from interchange
Approximately 1km from Hitotsubashi IC on the Metropolitan Expressway Inner Loop Line
Approximately 1km from Kandabashi IC on the Metropolitan Expressway Inner Loop Line
Parking information
Meiji University Liberty Tower Parking Lot
We offer free parking tickets for purchases made at our store!
Purchase more than 1 hour free
Manufacture year 2001
Top plate material spruce
Side plate material rosewood
Back plate material rosewood
Accessories hard case,