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Kay Vintage Reissue Guitars

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Originating in 1954, eventually becoming the Barney Kessel Pro, this was the first of three Gold "K" Series Signature Guitars. At 13" wide, this powerful instrument was created with singers and songwriters in mind. The K1700V Pro is the smallest of the three but surprisingly packs the greatest punch.

The Kay Guitar Company has reissued the Pro and recreated this unique instrument that appeals to the "vintage" player as well as today’s demanding modern performer. This guitar features a comfortable sized body ... 13" wide. Short 24-3/4" scale for fast fingering and easy playing. Semi-solid construction assures "solid body" ruggedness and "acoustical guitar" response and tone quality.

This reissue Barney Kessel Pro includes a hardshell case.
Kay Vintage Reissue Guitars Barney Kessel Gold "K" Signature Series Pro Electric Guitar Tobacco Sunburst
Kay Vintage Reissue Guitars Barney Kessel Gold "K" Signature Series Pro Electric Guitar Tobacco Sunburst
Kay Vintage Reissue Guitars Barney Kessel Gold "K" Signature Series Pro Electric Guitar Tobacco Sunburst

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  • Full Kelvonator gold dot luncheonette headstock overlay
  • Grover "Sta-Tite" machine heads
  • Pearloid block fingerboard inlays
  • Barney Kessel "Kleenex Box" pickups
  • Custom signature acrylic pickguard
  • 3-way pickup selector switch
  • Custom Reflector "Radio" control knobs
  • Unique custom "Crosshair" chrome trapeze tailpiece
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Body
  • Body shape: Single cutaway
  • Body type: Hollowbody
  • Top wood: Laminated flame maple
  • Body wood: Flame maple
  • Body finish: Gloss
Neck
  • Neck shape: C
  • Neck wood: Maple
  • Joint: Set-in
  • Scale length: 24.75"
  • Truss rod: Dual-action
  • Neck finish: Gloss
Fingerboard
  • Material: Rosewood
  • Radius: 12"
  • Fret size: Medium-jumbo
  • Number of frets: 22
  • Inlays: Split Block
  • Nut width/material: 1.69" (43 mm) Bone
Electronics
  • Configuration: HH
  • Neck: Proprietary Single Coil
  • Bridge: Proprietary Single Coil
  • Control layout: Individual volume, Individual tone
  • Pickup switch: 3-Way
Hardware
  • Bridge type: Fixed Bridge
  • Bridge design: Individual saddle
  • Tailpiece: Custom Trapeze
  • Tuning machines: Vintage-style sealed
  • Color: Nickel
Other
  • Number of strings: 6-string
  • Performance Level: Professional
  • Case: Hardshell Case
  • Orientation: Right handed
  • Country of Origin: China

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