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Seventy Seven ALBATROSS-JAZZ-JT Guitar
Following a temporary hiatus due to the luthier workshop being at full capacity, this iconic model makes its grand return within the highly acclaimed Japan Tune-Up (JT) Series. Built for demanding musicians, collectors, and tone chasers, this lightweight, compact instrument redefines what a semi-hollow body guitar can be.
The Deviser Heritage: Infusing Electric Guitars with Acoustic Expertise
To understand the magic behind Seventy Seven (launched in 2006), one must look back to 1977 in Nagano, Japan, when the parent company Deviser began handcrafting legendary acoustic guitars under the Headway name. This deep historical mastery of woodworking shapes every Seventy Seven instrument. Instead of mass factory assembly, each guitar is treated as a living, breathing resonance chamber. The center block and side rims are fitted with absolute precision to ensure an organic, seamless vibration transfer between the neck and the body.
Exceptional Wood Selection for a Rich Sonic Signature
The ALBATROSS-JAZZ-JT draws its unique acoustic character from premium tonewoods chosen for their high-quality resonance:
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Spruce Top: The golden standard for acoustic and jazz instruments, spruce provides rich dynamics and a clear, responsive attack. Every nuance of your picking technique is fully expressed.
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Chambered Okoume Body: The semi-hollow construction is meticulously hollowed out to maximize string reverberation while keeping critical structural areas strong. This creates a deeply resonant sound and an ultra-lightweight guitar that feels incredibly comfortable during long sets.
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Micarta Fingerboard & Maple Neck: This combination ensures excellent harmonic note definition, stability, and a smooth tactile feel.
The Perfection of the "Japan Tune-Up" Treatment
The secret behind this series’ addictive playability is the treatment it receives after initial assembly. Built to strict specifications in Asia, every JT instrument is sent directly to Deviser's specialized workshop in Matsumoto (Nagano, Japan), where master luthiers manually perform a complete professional setup:
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Fret Edge Rounding: The edge of every single fret is individually rounded and polished by hand using specialized files and sandpaper. Your hand glides effortlessly up and down the neck.
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Custom Nut & Bridge Adjustment: String action is adjusted with surgical precision at the bone nut. Complex chord changes become smooth and effortless, eliminating fret buzz while maintaining low, fast action.
Classic Hardware and Premium Appointments
Loaded with original SeventySeven AL2 (Alnico 2) pickups, the guitar produces a bright, bell-like clarity mixed with a velvet warmth that never fatigues the ear. Genuine Kluson® machine heads provide reliable tuning stability.
Visually, the ALBATROSS-JAZZ-JT features elegant, traditional decorations: tortoiseshell-patterned binding, a half-herringbone purfling border, and small-dot fingerboard inlays.
Why Choose JapanGuitar-Handmade.com?
When buying from our store, you are dealing with the premier specialist in handmade Japanese guitars. We were the first to distribute BACCHUS in France and Europe back in 2014. Today, our long-term expertise has earned us an exclusive distribution agreement with Deviser for Europe, covering their flagship brands: Momose, Headway, STR, Seventy Seven, and Bacchus.
Included Benefits & Services:
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Free Shipping within France and the European Union (for other international destinations, please contact us).
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Interest-free installment payments available at checkout.
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Color : This model is available in other stunning finish Natural NA or Sunburst SB.
