Paul Jacobson, 2002
Cedar / Indian Rosewood
Paul Jacobson 2002 Cedar/Indian Rosewood
This 2002 guitar by celebrated American luthier Paul Jacobson is a beautiful reflection of everything that made his work so deeply admired. Jacobson instruments are famously hard to part with, and it is common to hear owners say their Jacobson is the one guitar they would never sell. That reputation is well earned.
Paul passed a little over a year ago, but his legacy lives on through his instruments and the generosity with which he shared his knowledge as a luthier. In his later years, nearing retirement, he built only a handful of guitars annually, making examples like this increasingly scarce.
Sonically and visually, this guitar is exactly what one hopes for from a Jacobson. The voice is refined and open, with thick, beautifully formed notes that bloom effortlessly. There is a sense of calm confidence to the sound, nothing forced, nothing exaggerated. Aesthetically, his distinctive head design and elegant plantilla give the instrument a timeless, understated presence that feels both personal and intentional.
This is a guitar made for players who value nuance, balance, and depth, the kind of instrument that quietly earns a permanent place in a collection.
Currently strung with D’Addario XTC45FF, featuring carbon G and B strings paired with a nylon high tension first string, a setup that complements the guitar’s clarity and projection while preserving tonal color.
Key Features
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Top: Cedar
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Back & Sides: Indian Rosewood
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Year: 2002
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Serial Number: #255
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Scale Length: 650mm
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Nut Width: 52.5mm
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Fingerboard: Raised
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Tuners: Gilbert
Condition
Excellent overall condition. The top shows some finish checking, which is purely cosmetic and not structural, along with a few small marks consistent with careful use over time. The guitar has been well cared for and remains structurally sound and highly resonant.