Here's a new instrument I just finished. It's going to a very patient customer in Norway.
This instrument is completely different than most Gibson-style oval-hole instruments, more like a Sobell in the way it feels to play. It is exceptionally loud and powerful, and unlike most oval-hole instruments is impossible to "overdrive", remaining clear and bell-like even when played aggressively.
The tone consists of very strong sustain and great note separation. It was designed to work for chordal accompaniment and Irish traditional music.
It's also been 13 years since I made an instrument with a dragon on it, so there's that. This one is inspired by Norwegian Stave Church carvings.
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