December 2007 Jazz Instrument Update
Friday, November 30, 2007
D’Angelico New Yorker NYL 2 The New Yorker is about as mellow and fruity as it gets. Made in Japan, these instruments are produced in very low numbers – akin to a limited edition, and offer an almost unmatched quality of build. Not to be confused with the Korean-made Excel models made for D’Angelico guitars of America, these instruments are made by a small team of luthiers who clearly know their onions. The New Yorker has a full 17-inch body with a 3-inch depth and delivers a gloriously smooth, well balanced rich tone. The fine grained, solid spruce pressed top is liberally endowed with cross silking, which can just be seen through the strong colouration. Both the back and sides are of matched Flame Maple, with the whole being brought together with a multi-ply black and cream binding.
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