The Collings D2A HC Hill Country takes the traditional dreadnought platform and shifts it toward a more fundamental, vintage-inspired tonal character. Built with an Adirondack spruce top and East Indian rosewood back and sides, it delivers strong projection, a full low end, and clear, articulate highs. The Hill Country voicing moves away from Collings’ typical hi-fi response, favoring a drier, woodier tone with a pronounced fundamental and controlled overtone content. The result is a powerful, responsive instrument that excels in flatpicking and ensemble settings while remaining balanced enough for more nuanced playing.
Highlights
Adirondack spruce top for exceptional headroom, projection, and dynamic range
East Indian rosewood back and sides for depth, clarity, and harmonic complexity
Hill Country voicing for a drier, more fundamental-forward tonal response
Dreadnought body for strong low-end presence and cutting power in a mix
Hand-poured pickguard and matching rosette for a cohesive, boutique aesthetic
Specifications
Body
Body Shape: Dreadnought
Top Wood: Adirondack Spruce
Back & Sides: East Indian Rosewood
Bracing: Hill Country Scalloped X-Bracing
Binding: Ivoroid
Backstrip: 2-Style Zipper
Rosette: Hand-Poured Matching Ring
Finish: High-Gloss Nitrocellulose
Color: Sunburst
Neck
Neck Material: Honduran Mahogany
Neck Profile: Hill Country (C to Modified V)
Neck Joint: Mortise & Tenon Hybrid
Scale Length: 25 1/2"
Fingerboard: Ebony
Fingerboard Radius: Compound 14"–26"
Nut Width: 1 3/4"
Inlays: Diamonds & Squares
Peghead Veneer: East Indian Rosewood (Stamped Logo on Rear)
Hardware
Bridge: Ebony Belly Bridge (2 5/16" spacing)
Nut: Aged Bone
Saddle: Cutthrough Bone
Tuners: Waverly (Relic Nickel)
Bridge Pins: Ebony
Electronics
None
Miscellaneous
Strings: D’Addario EJ17 (.013–.056)
Case: Deluxe Hardshell Case
Why Buy from Tone Shop Guitars?
At Tone Shop Guitars, we don’t just stock guitars—we curate them. Every instrument we bring in is selected to meet our standards for tone, feel, and overall quality. Whether you’re shopping in-store or online, our team is here to help you find the right guitar for your playing style, goals, and budget. From expert guidance to careful inspection before it ships, we work hard to make sure your next guitar is one you’ll be excited to play for years to come.
