Gitane (2007) DG-330 John Jorgenson Gypsy Jazz Acoustic Guitar - Tuxedo, w/HSC

A distinctive signature archtop designed in collaboration with acclaimed guitarist John Jorgenson, this 2007 DG-330 “Tuxedo” combines classic jazz-box styling with a striking, performance-ready aesthetic.

The Tuxedo lives up to its name with an elegant blacked-out appearance, giving the guitar a sophisticated look that stands apart from the more traditional sunburst and natural finishes commonly found on archtops. Its full hollowbody construction delivers the warm, open resonance and acoustic character expected from a traditional archtop.

John Jorgenson is known for his remarkable versatility across jazz, gypsy jazz, country, rock, and roots music, and the DG-330 reflects that same versatility. It’s particularly interesting for players looking for something outside the usual Gibson and Gretsch style archtop offerings.

This 2007 example offers plenty of visual personality and vintage-inspired appeal with expected player wear and a hardshell case.

From John Jorgenson: The last of the signature Gitane trio came in 2006 and was inspired by a photo on a single record sleeve of a 60s era Favino finished in all black. I loved the look of this guitar so much, and had also loved the look of the Gibson Les Paul Custom with its black finish and white binding that I requested an all black finished guitar with white pearloid binding and tailpiece insert. All the metal parts were silver chrome (as opposed to the gold/brass of the other models) and the logo and model name on the headstock were also in silver to complete an elegant look. I dubbed this one the “Tuxedo Model” and it incorporated a few structural changes too, notably a steeper neck angle and more pronounced domed top. The prototype model had a unique sustain, and I put it to use in the studio to record “La Journee Des Tziganes” for the 2007 release “Ultraspontane”.

Key Features

• John Jorgenson signature DG-330 “Tuxedo” model
• Built in 2007
• Full-size hollowbody archtop construction
• Elegant black “Tuxedo” aesthetic
• Arched top and back
• Floating-style archtop bridge
• Traditional jazz-inspired appointments
• Suitable for jazz, swing, roots, rockabilly, and other styles

Specifications:

• Longer scale 26 5/8"
• Horizontal cutaway
• Mahogany back and sides
• Spruce top
• NEW Saga authentic U shaped
• mahogany neck M.O.P. oval position markers
• Bone string guide with traditional "zero" fret
• Adjustable truss rod
• Silver Gitane logo
• Modele John Jorgenson in silver script
• Ebony peghead overlay
• Ebony moustache bridge with movable center
• White pearloid body binding
• Inlaid wooden rosette with white pearloid square insert and white pearloid
• center rings
• Silver-plated tuners with pearl buttons
• Silver-plated tailpiece with white pearloid insert
  
• Glossy black finish on body

Serial: 07070056