Hopkins Contessa The Contessa is the distilled essence of the classic archtop guitar. Unadorned and understated, it's elegant simplicity, sensuous edges and purity of form allow the senses to appreciate the downright sexiness of a hand carved archtop guitar. It's visual purity is echoed by the purity of tone. Clean, rich tonality springs forth in both acoustic and electrified configurations. Features & Options - Traditional or reverse flare headstock.
- Gotoh tuning machines.
- Neo-classical fingerboard with or without floral inlay at 12th fret.
- Elegant unbound body.
- Matching tailpiece, bridge, pickguard and headstock.
- Kent Armstrong suspended pickup.
- Available in acoustic only model (less $400).
- 5-ply hardshell case included.
All woods are AAA Sitka spruce and big leaf curly maple.
One piece flamed maple neck with 2-way adjustable truss rod.
Available in natural, vintage blonde, sunburst or violin finishes.
Available in 16, 17 or 18 inch body.
Parallel or cross bracing.
Limited lifetime warranty to original purchaser. Price: from $6900 
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