2016 Michael Greenfield G3 - Adirondack Spruce & Sinker Mahogany

The 2016 Michael Greenfield G3 is a masterful blend of traditional charm and modern innovation, a small-bodied concert guitar that redefines expectations for its size. Built with an Adirondack Spruce top, its voice is both vibrant and nuanced, projecting clear, bell-like highs with an unexpectedly robust bass response. The Personal Reserve Sinker Mahogany back and compound laminate sides, sourced from centuries-old timbers, imbue the guitar with a warm, resonant tonal foundation, while Greenfield’s radially-braced back plate and proprietary Tone Halo ensure an unparalleled sonic balance and sustain.

Elegance permeates every detail of this instrument. Ebony body bindings with meticulously mitered purflings frame its classical-inspired silhouette, while a Laskin-inspired Ebony armrest and the Greenfield Ebony Palm-Away offer ergonomic comfort without sacrificing aesthetic refinement. The rosette, crafted from proprietary spalted beech and abalone, adds an organic, luminous touch, further accentuating the guitar’s artisanal quality.

The neck, carved from Honduran Mahogany and reinforced with graphite, features a quarter-sawn Ebony fingerboard with a compound radius of 16"–20", ensuring effortless playability across its length. Brass circle fretboard markers offer understated elegance, while the hand-carved heel 'swoosh' adds a touch of sculptural artistry. The Ebony headstock veneer and Honduran Mahogany rear veneer highlight Greenfield’s commitment to natural beauty, complemented by Gotoh Delta 510 gold tuning machines with sleek ebonoid buttons for precision and sophistication.

At 13 frets clear of the body, the G3 offers a unique balance between access and tonal depth. The 1 13/16" nut width and 2 5/16" bridge spacing provide ample room for expressive fingerstyle playing, while the 25" scale length delivers exceptional intonation and playability. Weighing a mere 4 lb 9 oz, this guitar is light yet resonant, housed in a custom Calton flight case for ultimate protection.

Slightly larger than pre-war 00 parlour guitars, the G3’s design enhances versatility across genres, making it more adaptable than traditional parlour shapes. Its clear, crystalline highs, coupled with a surprisingly present bass, make it a joy to play, offering both intimacy and richness in a compact, luxurious package. This instrument is a testament to Michael Greenfield’s artistry, a rare blend of tradition, innovation, and sheer musicality.

Other specifications include:

Adirondack Spruce Top
Personal Reserve Sinker Mahogany Back
Personal Reserve Sinker Mahogany Compound Laminate Sides
Billet-Split Spruce Bracing (no run-out)
Radially-braced Back Plate with proprietary Greenfield Tone Halo
Laskin Inspired Ebony Armrest
Greenfield Ebony Palm-Away
Ebony Body Bindings with Mitered Purflings
Greenfield Proprietary Spalted Beech & Abalone Rosette
Standard Neck Profile
Hand Carved Heel 'Swoosh'
Honduran Mahogany, Graphite Reinforced Neck
Quarter-sawn Ebony Fingerboard with Ebony Binding
Brass Circle Fretboard Markers
Ebony Headstock Veneer
Honduran Mahogany Headstock Rear Veneer
Ebony Bridge
Gotoh Delta 510 Gold Tuning Machines with Ebonoid Buttons
Adjustable 2 Way Non-Compressive Truss Rod
16" - 20" Compound Fingerboard Radius
25" Scale Length
1/4" Nut & Saddle
1 13/16" Nut Width
2 5/16" Bridge Spacing
Calton Flight Case
4 lb 9 oz
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