MG 4.5 "The Tree" Mahogany & Bearclaw Sitka Spruce
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At the heart of this guitar is "The Tree" Mahogany - an exceptionally rare and exotic tonewood prized by discerning builders and collectors alike. Revered for its distinctive grain and tonal complexity, The Tree imparts a warm, resonant fundamental and a subtle harmonic richness that is far beyond ordinary mahogany. Its scarcity and unique character make instruments built with it highly sought after by players and enthusiasts around the world.
The tonal result is elegant and composed: strong yet poised, warm without muddiness, and clear without thinness. This guitar speaks with purpose - a voice that is as distinguished and refined as the woods from which it is crafted.
Specifications |
#2730 |
| Model | MG 4.5 |
| Back & Sides | "The Tree" Mahogany |
| Soundboard | Bearclaw Sitka Spruce |
| Binding | Flamed Koa |
| Headcap/Backstrap |
"The Tree" Mahogany |
| Headcap Inlay | Mother of Pearl |
| Fretboard |
Brazilian Rosewood |
| Fretboard Inlay | McPherson Wave |
| Neck | Khaya |
| Truss Rod | Unidirectional High-Mod Carbon Nonadjustable |
| Frets | Stew Mac Gold |
| Bridge |
Brazilian Rosewood |
| Brace Kit | Rosewood/Spruce/Rosewood |
| Nut/Saddle Material | Bone |
| Electronics | L.R. Baggs Element |
| Tuners | Gotoh 510 Gold |
| Case | Ameritage Custom Hard Shell |
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Dimensions
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| Body Thickness | — |
| Upper Bout | — |
| Waist | — |
| Lower Bout | — |
| Body Length | — |
| Overall Length | — |
| Fretboard Radius | — |
| Nut Width | — |
| 12th Fret Width | — |
| Saddle Width | — |
OFFSET SOUND HOLE
Driven by the belief that traditional acoustics could be reimagined, Matt McPherson developed the groundbreaking Offset Soundhole. By positioning the soundhole off-center, the central part of the guitar's soundboard remains longer and uninterrupted, enhancing vibration across the top. The result is greater volume, clarity, and a richer sonic experience for the player.
CANTILEVERED NECK
Every McPherson guitar features a Cantilevered Neck, which is not glued or connected to the top of the guitar, but instead floats above the soundboard. This design allows the soundboard area underneath the fretboard to vibrate freely, which increases the sustain of the guitar.
OVERPASS / UNDERPASS BRACING
McPherson’s unique Overpass/Underpass Bracing System creates a larger, more even space for the top to vibrate. The soundboard’s braces cross each other but never touch or inhibit vibration. This frees the braces to vibrate independently while still lending structural support and maximizing soundboard vibration.
CARBON REINFORCED NECK
The McPherson Carbon Reinforced Neck is praised for its incredible strength and stability and is built around the largest carbon fiber truss rod ever used on a guitar. Attached to the body with a triangulated heel design, it stabilizes the neck and virtually eliminates the need for neck adjustments.