Collings 003A 42 Style - Adirondack Spruce & Cocobolo

The Collings 003A 42 Style is an absolute masterpiece of lutherie, blending timeless aesthetics with impeccable craftsmanship to create an acoustic guitar that stands in a league of its own. From the moment you lay eyes on it, the guitar's stunning visual details command your attention. The 42 Style abalone top border and rosette are breathtaking, adding an opulence that is tastefully balanced by the understated elegance of the ivoroid bindings. The torch headstock inlay is a nod to vintage artistry, giving this instrument an heirloom-quality appearance.

But beauty is only the beginning. The Adirondack spruce top, combined with pre-war scalloped braces, delivers an unparalleled tonal richness. Known for its responsiveness and clarity, Adirondack spruce gives this guitar a powerful voice that can handle anything from delicate fingerpicking to full-throttle strumming. The scalloped bracing provides incredible sustain and dynamic range, letting each note breathe and bloom with crystalline purity.

Then there’s the cocobolo back and sides—simply phenomenal. Cocobolo’s density and reflective properties bring out a lush, resonant low-end while maintaining clarity and articulation across the mids and highs. The pairing of these tonewoods results in an instrument that is equally balanced and versatile, excelling in a variety of musical styles.

From a playability standpoint, the 003 body size offers superb comfort for players, whether you're sitting for long recording sessions or performing live. The neck shape feels effortless, encouraging fluid movement up and down the fretboard.

In every way, the Collings 003A 42 Style is a guitar that marries form and function. It’s not just an instrument—it’s an experience. For anyone seeking an heirloom-quality guitar with tonal complexity and visual artistry, this is the one to own. Absolutely flawless.

Other features include:

Adirondack Spruce Top
Cocobolo Back & Sides
Adirondack Spruce Pre-War Scalloped Braces
Honduran Mahogany Neck
Body Binding Ivoroid Body, Fingerboard & Headstock Bindings
42 Style Abalone Top Border
Abalone Rosette
Ebony Belly Bridge
Ebony Fingerboard
Exotic Ebony Headstock Veneer
Torch Headstock Inlay
Compound Fingerboard Radius 14" - 26"
Modified V Neck Profile
Tapered Square Headstock Profile with Volute
Mortise & Tenon Hybrid Neck Joint
Bone Drop-in Saddle
Ebony Pins with Abalone Dots
Fully Adjustable Truss Rod
Medium 18% Nickel-Silver Frets
Gold Waverly Tuning Machines
3-style (Chevron) Backstrip
High Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer Body Finish
High Gloss Polyester Resin Neck Finish
Tortoise Pickguard
Strings D'Addario EJ-16 (.012"- .053")
Modified V Neck Profile (0.870" @ 1st Fret / 0.952" @ 9th Fret)
24 7/8" Scale Length
1 3/4" Nut Width
2 1/4" Bridge Spacing
Deluxe hardshell Case
4 lbs 4 oz
34014

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