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Model 1 - Protoform

$1,750.00

The Protoform is a first-edition instrument that predates formal branding. The Model 1 before the Model 1. It represents the moment an idea crossed into reality—an early creation that revealed the scope of what was possible.

The Protoform is a first-edition instrument that predates formal branding. The Model 1 before the Model 1. It represents the moment an idea crossed into reality—an early creation that revealed the scope of what was possible.

Specifications

  • Pickups: Two mini-humbuckers — clear, articulate, and dynamic

  • Bridge: Fixed with compensated saddles for precise intonation

  • Vibrato: Jazzmaster-style floating vibrato for subtle to expressive pitch modulation

  • Top: Highly figured walnut — bookmatched, tight flame pattern

  • Body: Sapele — ribbon/quartersawn

  • Neck: Genuine mahogany with roasted birdseye maple

  • Hardware: Polished, matched to the instrument’s refined aesthetic

  • Setup: Factory-optimized for low action and balanced resonance

The Model 1 is for players who want a piece of history.