We are pleased to offer a truly unique and exceptional pre-loved instrument, the Rick Turner Featherweight Model 1, crafted by the legendary master luthier Rick Turner. Rick was renowned for his admiration of the Featherweights, especially those with a Cedar core instead of Mahogany. As Rick often said, “The Cedar core gives the guitar a slightly more acoustic flavor.”
Unlike most Model 1 guitars, which have a “cap” on the top side only, this Model 1 Featherweight features both the top and back capped with Myrtlewood, sandwiching a western Red Cedar core. This design results in a more responsive attack, offering all the classic tones of the Standard Model 1 but with enhanced sonic dynamics. Achieve that classic Lindsey Buckingham tone with added versatility and comfort, as this Featherweight is about a full pound lighter than the Mahogany Model 1, making long gigs much easier on your shoulders.
This guitar includes the option to blend Piezo pickups with the Magnetic Pickup as desired. The fit and finish are superb, with curves and asymmetry that are not only functional but also beautiful and comfortable.
Rick Turner tragically passed away in April 2022, making his instruments highly sought after, collectable and rare. Before his passing, Rick created a video showcasing this very guitar, which you can view down below. Don’t miss out on this masterpiece, a true testament to Rick Turner's craftsmanship.
Serial Number |
16 3574 |
Weight |
2.868 kg |
Type |
Solid Body |
Colour |
Natural |
Orientation |
Right Handed |
Number of Strings |
6 |
Body Shape |
Featherweight Model 1 |
Body Material |
Myrtlewood Top with Western Red Cedar Body; Myrtlewood Back (combines the tonal qualities of mahogany, rosewood and maple) |
Neck Material |
Maple set neck with Purple Heart Stripes (exquisite finishing) |
Peg Head |
Rick's Signature 5 Layered Veneers |
Number of Frets |
24 |
Fretboard Inlays |
White Dots |
Nut Material |
Scalloped Bone |
Nut Width |
1 11/16" |
Main Pickup |
Turner Humbucker, Coil Tapped Centre Rotating; High Impedance Hot (in excess of 20k ohms DC Resistance when both coils activated) |
Electronics |
D-TAR Eclipse Preamp powered by 18V (2 x 9V) |
Controls |
Master Volume, Master Tone pull up for coil tap, 12 Db boost parametric EQ toggle switch with blend knob, second blend knob to blend piezo saddle pickups with Humbucker. Active 2 x 9v battery powered (See images for full layout of controls) |
Tuners |
Gotoh Delta Series |
String Spacing |
2" at Bridge Binding |
Case/ Bag |
Hardshell Case |