2021 Collings 001 A T Satin

The Traditional Series (or "T-Series”) blends modern craftsmanship with vintage inspiration to deliver a unique tonal experience. Reflecting Bill Collings' return to his guitar-making roots, these models offer variations on the distinctive Collings sound. Each T-Series guitar is built with a very thin, all-nitrocellulose lacquer finish, and the bracing design is more true to iconic '30s guitars than the regular Collings approach. The goal is strong fundamental response and an open, resonant feel, with rounder highs and less overtone complexity compared to the signature Collings sound. This 12-fret 00 (#32033) is labeled "001 A T S," so it features an Adirondack top, the Traditional package, and the gorgeous Satin finish option. It was built in 2021, and it is an absolute joy to play. In your hands, the 12-fret 00 body feels so comfortable and manageable, and it produces a bigger sound than you might expect. It's a stylish guitar, too—there's a refined elegance to understated details, a