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ClaptonBellezzaBianca1
Martin 000-ECHF Bellezza Bianca A collaboration designed by British guitar legend Eric Clapton and Japanese fashion and music trendsetter Hiroshi Fujiwara. A total of 410 of these visually and sonically inspired guitars were produced, among the most popular limited editions in Martin history. This guitar is the sister to the previously produced Bellezza Nerra, but in creamy white, with a touch of black and pearl for dramatic effect. As beautiful as its predecessor in appearance and tone, this stunning 000 guitar could only be called Bellezza Blanca (“White Beauty”). The twosome opted for a unique combination of solid tone woods to give the guitar a sound as distinctive as its look. The Bellezza Bianca features a top crafted from book matched Engelmann spruce, treasured by players and guitar builders alike for its clear, full tone and outstanding balance. Scalloped 5/16” top braces enhance the top’s dynamic range. Bigleaf flamed maple back and sides contribute bright timbre and impressive projections. The 1 - ¾” (at the nut) modified V-shape neck with diamond volute is carved from genuine mahogany. Polished gloss white finish on the body and neck provide the perfect “canvas” for Bellezza Bianca’s striking appointments. The distinctive rosette of “slotted diamonds” inlaid on a black background first seen on Bellezza Nera looks even better on Bellezza Bianca. Fine pattern herringbone purfling encircles the top and divides the back. Creamcolored grained ivoroid binding trims the top, back and side edges, with fine black/white/black line purfling accenting the back and sides. The grained ivoroid end piece is likewise accented with black/white/black inlay. A beveled and polished black pick guard continues the black and white theme. The guitar’s bound and polished black African ebony head plate showcases the “alternative torch” inlay- a design created for one of the first Martin 00-45s in 1902 - in vibrant abalone pearl and special sterling silver- plated mini tuners with sterling silver-plated buttons. The bound black African ebony fingerboard, highlighted by mitered black/white line inlay, bears Martin Style 45 snowflake position markers from the 1st to the 17th fret, and “Bellezza Bianca” in script between the 19th and 20th frets. To assure superb tone, Bellezza Bianca is fitted with a bone nut and compensated bone saddle. Carved from black African ebony, the belly bridge comes equipped with black ebony bridge pins inlaid with abalone pearl dots; a matching pearl inlaid ebony endpin is also included. Original TKL hardshell case included. Condition of this instrument is as good as new. Virtually unplayed, no scratches, dings, no issues. Winning bidder is responsible for shipping and insurance charges. This guitar will only be shipped within the continental United States. Please no negative feedback bidders. Full payment must be received within seven days of the auctions close. Thanks for looking and good luck!
ClaptonBellezzaBianca1
Martin 000-ECHF Bellezza Bianca A collaboration designed by British guitar legend Eric Clapton and Japanese fashion and music trendsetter Hiroshi Fujiwara. A total of 410 of these visually and sonically inspired guitars were produced, among the most popular limited editions in Martin history. This guitar is the sister to the previously produced Bellezza Nerra, but in creamy white, with a touch of black and pearl for dramatic effect. As beautiful as its predecessor in appearance and tone, this stunning 000 guitar could only be called Bellezza Blanca (“White Beauty”). The twosome opted for a unique combination of solid tone woods to give the guitar a sound as distinctive as its look. The Bellezza Bianca features a top crafted from book matched Engelmann spruce, treasured by players and guitar builders alike for its clear, full tone and outstanding balance. Scalloped 5/16” top braces enhance the top’s dynamic range. Bigleaf flamed maple back and sides contribute bright timbre and impressive projections. The 1 - ¾” (at the nut) modified V-shape neck with diamond volute is carved from genuine mahogany. Polished gloss white finish on the body and neck provide the perfect “canvas” for Bellezza Bianca’s striking appointments. The distinctive rosette of “slotted diamonds” inlaid on a black background first seen on Bellezza Nera looks even better on Bellezza Bianca. Fine pattern herringbone purfling encircles the top and divides the back. Creamcolored grained ivoroid binding trims the top, back and side edges, with fine black/white/black line purfling accenting the back and sides. The grained ivoroid end piece is likewise accented with black/white/black inlay. A beveled and polished black pick guard continues the black and white theme. The guitar’s bound and polished black African ebony head plate showcases the “alternative torch” inlay- a design created for one of the first Martin 00-45s in 1902 - in vibrant abalone pearl and special sterling silver- plated mini tuners with sterling silver-plated buttons. The bound black African ebony fingerboard, highlighted by mitered black/white line inlay, bears Martin Style 45 snowflake position markers from the 1st to the 17th fret, and “Bellezza Bianca” in script between the 19th and 20th frets. To assure superb tone, Bellezza Bianca is fitted with a bone nut and compensated bone saddle. Carved from black African ebony, the belly bridge comes equipped with black ebony bridge pins inlaid with abalone pearl dots; a matching pearl inlaid ebony endpin is also included. Original TKL hardshell case included. Condition of this instrument is as good as new. Virtually unplayed, no scratches, dings, no issues. Winning bidder is responsible for shipping and insurance charges. This guitar will only be shipped within the continental United States. Please no negative feedback bidders. Full payment must be received within seven days of the auctions close. Thanks for looking and good luck!