{"product_id":"willcutt-guitars-s-style-guitar","title":"Willcutt Guitars Artiste S Style Guitar (RAT)","description":"\u003carticle data-turn=\"assistant\" data-scroll-anchor=\"false\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-514\" data-turn-id=\"request-68baf9c4-1ab4-8326-894c-0a83984d5460-4\" dir=\"auto\" class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(16)] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-2\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-id=\"44b6440e-9cbb-474e-99a8-d2e76894e789\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[1px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col text-sm pb-25\"\u003e\n\u003carticle data-turn=\"assistant\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-518\" data-turn-id=\"f07a48f0-9c4d-4d6c-9070-092059b8a68b\" dir=\"auto\" class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(16)] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-2\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-id=\"dd41b92e-d081-4da5-9c4b-c6b718a74b64\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[1px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"601\" data-start=\"209\"\u003eBuilt in 1974, this S-style guitar represents one of the earliest instruments crafted by Bob Willcutt, marking a foundational moment in his career as a builder. Constructed during a period when high-end boutique guitar making was still in its infancy, this instrument reflects a hands-on, experimental approach driven by tone, playability, and innovation rather than production norms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1067\" data-start=\"603\"\u003eThe classic S-style platform is elevated with premium materials and forward-thinking electronics for the era. The guitar features EMG active electronics, including the SPC (Presence Control) and EXG (Expander) circuits, a sophisticated onboard system that allows both midrange enhancement and bass\/treble expansion. This setup provides a wide tonal range—from thick, sustaining lead tones to clear, hi-fi cleans—well ahead of its time in the mid-1970s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"1352\" data-start=\"1069\"\u003eAs an early, documented example of Bob Willcutt’s work, this guitar is more than just a player—it’s a piece of American boutique guitar history, offering collectors and players alike a rare opportunity to own an instrument from the very beginning of a respected builder’s legacy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mt-3 w-full empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-center\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"114\" data-start=\"0\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-is-only-node=\"\" data-end=\"9\" data-start=\"0\"\u003eNeck:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warmoth Cocobolo\u003cbr data-end=\"29\" data-start=\"26\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"45\" data-start=\"29\"\u003eFingerboard:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ebony\u003cbr data-end=\"54\" data-start=\"51\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"62\" data-start=\"54\"\u003eTop:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1-Piece Kentucky Curly Maple\u003cbr data-end=\"94\" data-start=\"91\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"106\" data-start=\"94\"\u003ePickups:\u003c\/strong\u003e HSS EMG-\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"114\" data-start=\"0\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"183\" data-start=\"175\"\u003eSPC\/EXP Electronics: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"455\" data-start=\"175\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"183\" data-start=\"175\"\u003eSPC:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-end=\"210\" data-start=\"184\"\u003eEMG SPC Presence Control\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"213\" data-start=\"210\"\u003e– A midrange boost circuit\u003cbr data-end=\"242\" data-start=\"239\"\u003e– Adds girth, sustain, and thickness\u003cbr data-end=\"281\" data-start=\"278\"\u003e– Often described as pushing a single-coil or humbucker toward a fatter, more “humbucker-like” voice\u003cbr data-end=\"384\" data-start=\"381\"\u003e– Frequently used by players who want more punch without losing clarity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"686\" data-start=\"457\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"465\" data-start=\"457\"\u003eEXG:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-end=\"484\" data-start=\"466\"\u003eEMG EXG Expander\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"487\" data-start=\"484\"\u003e– A bass and treble expander\u003cbr data-end=\"518\" data-start=\"515\"\u003e– Scoops mids slightly while boosting lows and highs\u003cbr data-end=\"573\" data-start=\"570\"\u003e– Creates a more hi-fi, wide, and modern tonal response\u003cbr data-end=\"631\" data-start=\"628\"\u003e– Great for clean tones and articulate high-gain sounds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"z-0 flex min-h-[46px] justify-start\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis combo gives you \u003cstrong data-end=\"757\" data-start=\"733\"\u003eboth mid boost (SPC)\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-end=\"793\" data-start=\"762\"\u003ebass\/treble expansion (EXG)\u003c\/strong\u003e on board, typically via stacked or separate controls. It’s a classic EMG setup from the late ’80s onward and shows up on many high-end custom builds\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e","brand":"Reemes Music","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53838949876031,"sku":"RMC-MUS-G48627954","price":2000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0990\/7535\/9039\/files\/WGSSTRAT-4.jpg?v=1782094895","url":"https:\/\/www.reemesmusic.com\/products\/willcutt-guitars-s-style-guitar","provider":"Reemes Music","version":"1.0","type":"link"}