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2007 B.C. Kingston CR-I
Brian Kingston
"What could be better than discovering a new luthier with talent? Answer: Discovering a 'new' luthier who has been at it for 30 years. He is only new to the USA. Selling his instruments to appreciative players in his native Canada and other countries, Brian Kingston discovered us by reputation, and we are glad he did. This is his fist instrument he has sent to FGC. His prices are a bit shy of where they could and eventually will be, but a good value in a fine hand carved archtop is always appreciated here.
arch top electric
This instrument is suprisingly light in weight. It is a handsomely appointed, well-balanced, 17" instrument. Even though it is his least expensive model, this guitar still boasts all European spruce and flamed maple for the body and multiple ebony/maple bindings and purflings throughout. The body is 3" deep and the scale length is 25". The nut width is 1 5/8", coupled with a well carved, fully 'C'-shaped neck. The color is a 'toasted pumpkin,' which is a happy-yet-classy color that is a nice change from the violin color tones.

A Benedetto pickup floats above the body, giving the plugged-in sound a rich, lush and even tonal base to work from. The ebony fretboard has some tasty and understated deco-designed pearl markers inlaid along the way, while some extra and unique etched design work personalizes the hand carved ebony tailpiece. The guitar has power, clarity and a sweetness in the character of the notes. It is capable of getting in your face in a lovable way. It is also sensitive when it needs to express quietly.

This is a fun guitar to play. Fresh from its first showing, it was recently well-received at the Montreal Guitar Festival. Another winner for FGC--and another winner for a player like you...if this one calls your name." --Richard

$5,225 with hard case
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