{"product_id":"creek-guitars-time-machine-series-ctf-1959-aged-vintage-sunburst-with-case","title":"Creek Guitars Time Machine Series CTF 1959 Aged Vintage Sunburst with Case","description":"\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCTF 1959 AGED\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"comment\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandmade in Japan by top of the line luthiers, Creek Guitars brings a new level of quality that is hard to compete with.  We came on board as a dealer as one of their first in the U.S., and sold all of them immediately.  Now they're back.  There are few very Creek Guitars in general, especially here in the U.S.  They can be quite hard to find.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"comment\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"comment\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eThe \"CTF 1959 AGED\" by Creek Guitars reproduces vintage texture in 50's style.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStarting with the bracing using torified material, Creek paid close attention to the details of the material, and have reproduced a response unique to vintage guitars, with a lightness and comfort that you'll feel when you hold it in your hand.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"comment\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhile following the specs of the original PAF pickups, it is equipped with a newly designed pickup that has been tuned to match the sound of the original.  Plugged in, this guitar simply amazing.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"comment\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"comment\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a model that embodies the concept of the \"Time Machine Series\", with Creek creating a guitar that allows you to enjoy vintage textures in brand new condition, but aged.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"comment\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBody\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFollowing the Mickey Mouse horn shape of yesteryear, it has the center block of the 50's style, without the rear pickup cavity 1st string side release.  You get a laminated maple body with torified material for bracing, and the result is a guitar that is extremely resonant.  On the body you'll find a brass saddle ABR-1 type bridge, aluminum tail piece, long studs, long pickguard, top hat knob, etc., adopting discerning hardware reminiscent of those days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNeck \/ Headstock\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReproducing the neck shape with a moderate thickness, but not too thick, that is reminiscent of the mid-1959, the CTF 1959 Aged is a joy to play.  The smooth rolled edge finish and aging process provide a snug fit.  Precious Jacaranda is used for the fingerboard, and it has been finished perfectly.  It also features a unique soft tension and a clear rise due to the shallow neck angle that pursues a vintage sound.  The headstock uses a single line\/single ring machine head tuners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eElectronics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe guitar is loaded with newly designed original pickups called \"Creek Custom Hand Wound Vintage PAF Style Humbucker\" that has been tuned to match the sound of the originals, with perfect balance.  They provide a natural sound that respects the tone of the guitar, reproducting the nuances of the player without leaving anything behind.  These pickups excel at creating a sound that is as clear as it is clear, yet quickly rises and has a thick core.  The guitar uses CTS pots, Switchcraft toggle switches and jacks.\u003cbr\u003eThe wiring material uses mesh shield wire, and the capacitor uses Bumblebee Replica.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBody Top:\u003c\/strong\u003e Laminated Maple\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBody Side \u0026amp; 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