Description

The Bourgeois Blues Hawaiian L-DBO-12 Deep Body is a stunning example of craftsmanship and tonal excellence, perfectly suited for players who crave a distinctive, responsive guitar with both vintage charm and modern precision. From its breathtaking looks to its lush, complex tone, this guitar is nothing short of extraordinary.

The first thing that catches your eye is the Figured Koa used for the top, back, and sides. Koa is revered not only for its striking, golden-brown hue and mesmerizing grain patterns but also for its unique tonal characteristics. Figured Koa produces a sound that is warm, yet bright, with a wonderful balance of midrange sweetness and shimmering highs. As you play, the sound matures, revealing more richness and depth, making this guitar truly one-of-a-kind. The koa’s natural brilliance and clarity make it ideal for fingerstyle playing, but it also excels with strumming and slide work, reflecting its Hawaiian roots.

The L-DBO-12 Deep Body design enhances the guitar’s low-end warmth and resonance. This deeper body provides a rich, full sound that belies the guitar’s smaller size, giving it the presence and volume of a much larger instrument. The 12-fret neck joint moves the bridge closer to the center of the soundboard, creating a more harmonically rich tone. This, combined with the 25" short scale length, delivers a comfortable playing experience with easier string tension, perfect for intricate fingerstyle work or smooth blues bends.

The Ivoroid binding on the body, fingerboard, and headstock gives the guitar a refined, vintage look. The creamy, aged appearance of the ivoroid perfectly complements the golden hues of the figured koa, adding a touch of elegance and craftsmanship to the guitar. These subtle details elevate the visual aesthetic without overpowering the natural beauty of the wood.

The Ziricote fingerboard and rectangular bridge are striking features, both visually and functionally. Ziricote’s rich, dark grain contrasts beautifully with the koa, adding a touch of luxury to the guitar’s design. Beyond its appearance, Ziricote is known for its tonal clarity and smooth, responsive feel. The rectangular bridge adds a vintage-inspired aesthetic and ensures excellent string-to-body energy transfer, enhancing the guitar’s sustain and tonal richness.

The 12-fret neck joint and 25" short scale length make the Bourgeois Blues Hawaiian incredibly easy and comfortable to play. The shorter scale length reduces string tension, making fretting and bending notes a breeze, while the 12-fret neck position allows for a more focused, resonant sound. This combination creates a guitar that’s ideal for blues, fingerstyle, and slide playing, offering a smooth, effortless playing experience with enhanced tonal depth.

Tonally, the Blues Hawaiian L-DBO-12 delivers an exceptionally balanced sound. The Koa’s naturally warm midrange is complemented by sparkling highs and a clear, articulate bass response. The deeper body design ensures that the guitar produces a full, resonant sound with plenty of sustain, while the 12-fret neck joint adds a touch of vintage tonal character. Whether you’re playing soft fingerstyle blues, rich chordal melodies, or experimenting with slide, this guitar responds with nuance and clarity. The result is a versatile, expressive instrument that captures the essence of the blues while offering a fresh, contemporary voice.

Other specifications include:

Figured Koa Top, Back & Sides
Aged Tone Torrefied Adirondack Spruce Braces
Grained Ivoroid Body, Fingerboard & Headstock Bindings
Black/Ivoroid on End Top Purfling
Single Ring Ivoroid on End Rosette
Contour Headstock Shape

Ebony Headstock Veneer
Ivoroid Headstock Logo
Ziricote Fingerboard & Bridge
Rectangular Bridge
Tiny Ivoroid Dot Fingerboard Inlays
Nickel Waverlys with Oval Grained Ivoroid Buttons
Celluloid Ivoroid Pickguard
Ivoroid Pins
Signature Label
Satin Neck Finish
High Gloss Headstock Finish
High Gloss Body Finish
Standard Glue
Hard Case
25" Scale Length
1 23/32" Nut Width
2.2" Bridge Spacing
4 lbs 11 oz