Premium model LS-196 from the Gakki factory in Japan noted for the level of individual craftsmanship and quality control.  This guitar has been used for recording and gigging so it has a few scars , little dings etc luckily not on the beautiful matched maple top.  The neck has been shaved for speed and a set of Montys' PAF pickups give a unique timbre in contrast to the bright airy chimes on the clean neck mode thanks to some high quality fittings.  Mahogany body and long tenon set neck, rosewood fingerboard, kluson style tuners, book matched maple cap, brass saddle bridge and aluminium tailpiece set this guitar apart from similar items more than twice the price.  Complimenting these high end components are switchcraft and orange drop controls.  A deluxe Paisley hard case protects this opportunity to invest in a one of a kind top end piece.