Iris AB Model Burst w/ Firestripe pickguard

A division of Circle Strings in Burlington, Vermont, Iris Guitar Company is a small team of highly-skilled and seasoned luthiers who are dedicated to building a modern instrument that captures vintage-inspired tone and aesthetics. Iris guitars are handmade using a combination of state of the art techniques and old-world craftsmanship. Named after Iris co-founder Adam Buchwald, the AB Model was introduced in 2020. Modeled after the J-185, the AB is an impressive modern interpretation of the small jumbo template. The AB Model has more balance than a dreadnought, but it is not lacking in bass presence, power, or volume. Because of the tighter waist, it responds just as well to a light touch as it does to cranking out chords. We ordered this AB (serial #690) with a Burst finish, Ivoroid binding, and a Firestripe pickguard. It features hand-scalloped Adirondack Braces, a Sitka Spruce top, and Mahogany back and sides. The AB is a natural choice for recording, but because of its versatility,