No, not "rare," but VERY hard to find model in this condition.
This is a 1995 LS09 with rosewood binding, schaller tuners, plain fretboard, and Datt case. This LS09 exceeds the later LS09's in quality of build and spec, IMHO. The feel is that of a handmande instrument (ie, closer to Santa Cruz than a current Larrivee) because the detail is very tight and the fit/finish are superb. The case exceeds the TKL and easily compares to an Ameritage: green velvet lining, arch-top, stitched leather handle, heavy multi-ply materials, etc..
Schallers speak for themselves and the "pearloid" buttons are original. Abalone Larrivee logo (no silver), gloss neck, very classy rosewood binding with multi-ply purflings. Abalone rosette, 1/2 drilled endpin (no pickup) with chrome black strap button, and "original" LS dimensions (newer ones are a bit bulkier).
Woods: at least AAA throughout: tight-grain sitka, EIR back/sides, ebony bridge/fretboard.
Tone: You have to play this one. Bass response will be a shocker, but it still maintains the classic signature JCL tone founded on balance. The volume and bass rival a much larger guitar. It is sensitive to the light touch and delivers volume with little effort.
Problems??? - None. No dents, cracks, impressions, smudges, etc... The back can use a buffing to get out some faint lines IN THE FINISH - this is NOT buckle rash and I cannot even get it to show with my wife's macro lens. Top has very few incidental dings that are smaller than a ball-point pen. Nothing is readily visible - these are all issues that you must seek out in direct light. Please contact some of my references if you have doubts regarding my description - this will not be a disappointment. 9.2/10 - easilty 9.6/10 if back is buffed, but again, these faint lines cannot be easily seen. Just had a complete inspection by John Rumley at the Denver Folklore Center - complete bill of health!
$1300 - includes paypal, shipping, insurance, and packing materials. Keep in mind this one is hard to find and the tone will haunt you!
I have a few more pics, but these are the best. (No, the guitar does not stay on the wall - only for the pics!)
mjewell08ATlaw.du.edu OR PM with questions. Thanks!
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Quote from: LawDogStrgsAttach on September 13, 2007, 10:04:08 AM
This LS09 exceeds the later LS09's in quality of build and spec, IMHO...
Is the nut width 1 and 11/16ths" or 1 and 3/4" ?
I just measured to be absolutely sure. To be exact, it is 44mm...which is 1.7323 inches.... or VERY close to 1 3/4...muc closer than 1 11/16, which is is 1.6875.
Thanks!
Quote from: LawDogStrgsAttach on September 13, 2007, 10:41:01 PM
I just measured to be absolutely sure. To be exact, it is 44mm...which is 1.7323 inches.... or VERY close to 1 3/4...muc closer than 1 11/16, which is is 1.6875.
Email sent.
dg
Great looking guitar in excellent condition!
I'm sure you'll have no problem finding a new home for it.
Good luck with the sale.
John
Hi Michael, just to let you know I sent you an email last night. :winkin:
Sold!!!
Still for sale
Daniel
Quote from: larryvay on November 08, 2007, 07:29:42 PM
Still for sale
Daniel,
You are mistaken. It is sold - I bought it and I love it!
dg
Hi Doug -
After that nasty shipping fiasco, I'm glad she won your heart! It is a great guitar!
Take care,
MJ