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Blackbird Rider - Carbon Fibre Small Body Acoustic Travel Guitar

 
Blackbird Rider - Steel String Acoustic Travel Guitar - Forshortened.
Blackbird Rider - Steel String Acoustic Travel Guitar - Forshortened
"Cant begin to tell you how chuffed I am ... - the gibson remained in its case for the full duration of my week off - the blackbird is very much a 'pick me up and play me - you know you want to. . . ' type of guitar " Tim O'Callaghan 3/5/2011

 

What the Makers say...

"Whether you are trekking, sailing, on stage or in the studio, the Blackbird Rider performs and is the best travel acoustic made. The resonance-driven design features a proprietary hollow neck and head, one piece carbon fiber construction, providing a seemingly physics-defying, full and balanced tone with strong bass, clear mids and crystalline trebles as well as uncanny sustain."

Features:

  • Exceptional Carbon Fiber strength and environmental stability
  • Hollow neck with Stereo Sound Port® in head of the guitar
  • Asymmetric Acoustic Design® with off-set sound-hole
  • Ultralight for enhanced sound, comfort and balance
  • Scale length (24.5")
  • 3D sculpted back for improved ergonomics, playability & durability
  • Optional electronics for amazing amplified tone
  • Compact 2/3 size acoustic
  • Ultra-light at 2.75 lbs and not neck-heavy
  • Gig bag included in price

The Reviews...

"For pros or serious amateurs seeking a highly portable and efficient acoustic for gigs, practice, or sessions, the Rider Steel String could be a small miracle." Guitar Player Magazine 2009

"The Blackbird rider is a well conceived and well excecuted guitar. It's not inexpensive by any measure but it delivers unusually big tone from a small body, and it's a feast for the eyes for those who enjoy technology and striking design." Acoustic Guitar Magazine 2010

"We were amazed at the clean and crisp quality of the sound coming out of this tiny guitar. Its hollow neck lets the sound resonate all the way up to the head, and it delivers clear, resonant bass that belies its small size. At the same time, its normal-sized neck makes it just as playable as a full-size guitar." DVICE 2008

Specifications:

Construction : Carbon Unibody
Soundboard : High Modulus Carbon Fiber
Neck : Carbon Fiber, Low Profile Hollow with Static Truss Rod
Nut : Graphtech
Headstock : Hollow with Soundport
Headplate : Carbon Fiber
Fingerboard: Micarta, 18 Frets Total with 14th Fret Join
ScaleLength : 622mm
Position Markers : 5, 7, 9, 12, 15 Frets
Bridge : Micarta
Saddle : Compensated/Graphtech
Tuners : Gotoh SG-38 Mini Tuners
Overall Finish : High Gloss Polyurethane
Dimensions :
Weight : 1.25kg
Case : Ballistic Nylon Gig Bag
Recommended Strings : 80/20 Bronze Light

Blackbird Rider being played using the Neckup Knee Support

"The Rider steel string...a small miracle"

The Blackbird Brand

  • The body, neck, and head are cast in one-piece with the sound board, fretboard, tuners, etc. added to that main component
  • Hand Crafted in San Francisco, California
  • Manufacturer's limited lifetime warranty on guitars
  • Carbon fibre and uni-body design makes guitars lighter, more durable and unaffected by atmospheric changes and humidty
  • Hollow body, neck and head design means the whole guitar acts as the soundbox
  • See all Blackbird products
  • www.blackbirdguitar.com
  • Patented design - Big sound small body!

Price: From £1,255.00 to £1,375.00

The Blackbird Rider - Carbon Fibre Small Body Acoustic Travel Guitar is sold with options -

Choose a product:
Fishman Matrix £1,375.00
No Pickup £1,255.00
Neckup Guitar Knee Support
-- None --
+£33.45
-- None --
+£33.45

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Our Customers Write

"Dear Nicholas, Just wanted to let you know that the guitar arrived safe and sound first thing this morning! Thank you for the fanstastic service! Kind regards, Alison" 16/12/2011

"I want to thank you, and whoever else there is to thank in your company for the wonderful service you have. Correspondence with you has always been very swift and pleasant, and in a good sense not at all "business-like". Also extra thanks for the special attention to us lefty players, it's amazing that you and Alhambra went with all the trouble just for one guitar. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Yours sincerely, Patrik Nummi" 16/12/2011

"Hi Nicholas thanks for everything ,one does not usually get such caring business relations. I am happy that the guitar sounds nice and I hope that my son will make the most out of it. Best Massimo" 15/12/2011

"I would also like to thank you for your excellent service and will certainly shop with you again. Merry Christmas! Kind regards Anne Parham" 14/12/2012

"I found your service exemplary. Many thanks, enjoy the festive season, and no reply needed. Yours greatfully, ER" 5/12/2012

"Nick Your range of guitars in second to none and your expertise and advice is invaluable in helping customers make the right purchase for them  Thank you!" Kyle Davies, 4/7/2011

"I thought I should drop you a line just to say thanks, again, for your excellent service. My new guitar arrived, safe and well, and bang on time. It’s a joy to play and easily matches my expectations.  I’ve already recommended you to some of my colleagues. Best wishes," Professor Chris Gane, 23/2/2011

"Hi Nicholas, Just to let you know that the guitar arrived safely and oh I am ever so happy with it ... Last but not least: your customer service is super. All in all, thank you very much" Roberto Cassani, 10/11/2010

"Thanks for your going the extra mile. I will certainly recommend you to all. Best regards" Chris Hayter 19/10/2007

"The guitar arrived safe and well. Looks great sounds great. Thanks for all your help." Ian Harding, Suffolk, 25/9/2006.

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