Check Out These TASTY Slope Shoulder Dreadnoughts ★ Acoustic Tuesday 291

Acoustic Tuesday | Guitar Routine Show

Tony Polecastro

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4.8 • 842 Ratings

🗓️ 16 May 2023

⏱️ 37 minutes

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Have you ever seen such tasty sunburst, slope shoulder dreadnoughts? I'm a proud owner of two slope shoulder dreadnoughts and let me tell you, they're a real treasure in any guitarist's collection. These guitars are known for their deep, rich sounds, creating a broad audio landscape that contrasts sharply with the laser-focused sound of their square shoulder counterparts. The first star of today's show is the Santa Cruz Vintage Southerner. This guitar is a true jack of all trades. Its high-quality woods, precise craftsmanship, and the unmistakable Santa Cruz touch all blend together to produce a sound that's as rich and full as you can get. It's great for instrumentals and recording, filling the room with balanced, vibrant tones. With its responsive top and comfortable playability, it's no wonder the Vintage Southerner has earned its place in my collection. Next up, we have the Atkin J43. If you thought the Santa Cruz was versatile, wait until you get a load of this one. The Atkin J43 is a powerhouse of versatility, making it an excellent choice for both fingerpicking and flatpicking styles. Its balanced tone, robust volume, and the warmth it brings to the table make it a standout choice for any recording or instrumental performance. The craftsmanship is, of course, top-notch, as we've all come to expect from Atkin guitars. So, stick around as we delve into the nuanced world of slope shoulder dreadnoughts. Whether you're a seasoned player or a beginner, there's something to learn and appreciate about these amazing instruments. Submit your guitarsenal at the link below!https://airtable.com/shrpAVAi9HUGVUW8b Featured in this episode...- Santa Cruz Guitar Co - Atkin Guitar Company - Candy Rat Records - Molly Tuttle - Chicago Music Exchange - Colter Wall

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0:00.0	Would you have a look at these sunbursts? Just look at them. Behold in all their glory.
0:06.2	Today we're going to go foraging through my guitar son, specifically we'll be looking at
0:10.5	slope-shouldered dreadnots, how awesome they are, and why a slope-shouldered dreadnought is necessary
0:16.6	for any guitar. Hey, Tack family, welcome to episode 291 of the Acoustic Tuesday Show, a show packed full of
0:24.6	inspiration and fun, designed to help you get more progress, joy, and fulfillment from your
0:29.6	acoustic guitar journey. Throughout today's episode, I'll be keeping you in the loop with some acoustic
0:33.6	news you can use, including a whole slew of new album announcements, some very,
0:38.9	very exciting ones at that, a way to get some of my original music and much, much more.
0:44.3	Plus, we're going to look at a guitar shingle from someone whom I met through a music store in Colorado.
0:49.4	They actually worked there. That's all coming up, but first, two slope shoulder dreadnots that will knock
0:55.8	your socks off. These two guitars that I'm going to show you today from my guitar arsenal
0:59.7	will convince you you need a slope shoulder dreadnought. Now, the aim of today's show is not to
1:06.0	convince you to purchase a slope shoulder dreadnought, but I do think that these two guitars that I'm going to show you today will have an extreme impact on your gas.
1:16.9	Guitar acquisition syndrome.
1:18.7	Okay, so first, let's all get on the same page.
1:21.4	What is a slope-shouldered dreadnought?
1:24.5	A slope-shouldered dreadnought really is defined by a dreadnought whose body shape has
1:30.3	slope shoulders. Rounded shoulders. You look at a Martin D28 and that's more of a square guitar,
1:35.3	whereas you look at a guitar like this, Santa Cruz Vintage Southerner or a J-45 by Gibson,
1:41.3	you'll notice that this upper bout has much more of a slope to it, hence the
1:46.4	name slope-shouldered. Also a significant characteristic of slope-shouldered dreadnots, or at least the
1:51.7	ones I'm featuring today, is that shorter scale length, 24 and 3 quarter inches. A little bit more
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