Description

The 2009 Kevin Ryan Signature Series Nightingale Grand Soloist "The Gold Rush" is a love story—one written in the curves of its Florentine cutaway, whispered through the shimmering voice of its Eclipse Sinker Redwood top, and sealed in the deep, endless resonance of its Brazilian Rosewood back and sides. Built in 2009 and preserved in exquisite condition, this guitar is not just an instrument—it is a soul-stirring companion, an extension of the player’s voice, alive with breath and emotion.

To play "The Gold Rush" is to step into a dream where every note blooms effortlessly, floating on a bed of air, weightless yet rich with feeling. The sustain is endless, stretching out like the lingering glow of sunset on water, while its tone is layered with depth and warmth, each string speaking in perfect harmony. Kevin Ryan’s innovations—his EO Bracing, Acoustic Honeycomb, and Titanium Bridge Pins—work in quiet brilliance beneath the surface, shaping every vibration into something pure, something golden. His guitars have long been revered for their balance of precision and soul, and this Nightingale is a perfect embodiment of that magic.

Its beauty is undeniable. Wrapped in Brown Lip Oyster purfling, its body shimmers with the luster of something rare and precious, tracing every curve from the Art Deco rosette to the headstock and fretboard inlays, each detail like a brushstroke in a masterpiece. The Gotoh Super 510 Black Chrome tuners gleam against the dark wood, the embossed "R" logo a quiet signature of craftsmanship and care. With a 25.7” scale length, 1 3/4” nut width, and 2 1/4” bridge spacing, it rests effortlessly in the hands, as if it has always belonged there. The Ryan Ergonomic Bevel with Flutes ensures that even in long, lingering moments of play, comfort is never sacrificed.

At 5 lbs 5 oz, it is featherlight yet full of power, waiting for fingertips to awaken its voice. Nestled in its Calton Flight Case, it carries both history and possibility, ready to sing in the hands of the one who will bring it to life. "The Gold Rush" is not just an instrument—it is a love affair, a breath, a heartbeat. It does not simply play music; it speaks.

Other specifications include:

Signature Grade Eclipse Sinker Redwood Top
Signature Grade Brazilian Rosewood Back & Sides
Florentine (Sharp) Cutaway
Ebony Binding Theme
Brown Lip Oyster Top Purfling
Brown Lip Oyster Back & Sides Purfling
Brown Lip Oyster Fretboard Purfling
Brown Lip Oyster Headstock Purfling
Brown Lip Oyster Bridge Purfling
Art Deco Rosette with Brown Lip Oyster Purfling
Brown Lip Oyster R Logo
Art Deco Flower Fretboard Inlay - Brown Lip Oyster
Art Deco Flower Headstock Inlay - Brown Lip Oyster
Art Deco Bridge Wing Inlay - Brown Lip Oyster
Signature Series Laser Etched Truss Rod Cover with Brown Lip Oyster Purfling
Gotoh Super 510 Black Chrome Machine Heads with Ebonoid Buttons and Embossed "R" Logo
Innovation Suite (Ryan Ergonomic Bevel with Flutes, EO Bracing, Acoustic Honeycomb, Ryan Micro Adjustable Truss Rod System, Titanium Bridge Pins and A5 "Racing Stripe" Kerfed Liner)
Calton Flight Case
25.7" Scale Length
1 3/4" Nut Width
2 1/4" Bridge spacing
5 lb 5 oz