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One of the Access cases I bought on Ebay was for a client who has changed his mind on the shape of his guitar...so, it's up for grabs here for anyone who's trying to get hold of one...it's the classical/concert size, brown, still in bag/box...

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And, it comes with 3 free bags of silica gel!

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I'm looking for a case to fit my 000-13 I built, was wondering what the exact dimensions were of the case in question.

Thanks,
Greg

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Larry, just for info what model is this case?

Stage 1 small body AB1SA1, Stage 3 AB3SA11 or Stage 5 AB5SA12?MichaelP38695.380474537

Here is the dims for Stage 5 Small body case

For those unfamiliar with Access cases Stage 1 entry level case with little padding and plush covering , Stage 3 3ply hard shell with more padding and plush covering, Stage 5 5ply hard shell with lots of padding and velour covering.MichaelP38695.4022222222

Well, I don't know which model it is since there's no tag in or on the case with the model number, but the measurements are:

OAL 40 (plus a 3/4" or so slot for the endpin)
UB 11 1/4-11 1/2
Waist 10 1/4-10 1/2
LB 15-15 1/4
Depth 5-5 1/4 (inside depth with the lid closed)
Body Length 22 1/4 (to the start of the endpin slot)

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Michael, I'd guess mine is Stage 3 then...the padding is nice and is piled more than the velour Cedar Creeks I've used...the measurements I just posted vary because on the first one, I've not pushed the padding at all, on the second, I've pushed a bit to account for a tighter, "Taylor-esque" fit into the case.

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Also, there's no adjustable anything up in the headstock area.

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If the covering is plush pile it is a stage 3. Still agood 3 ply caseMichaelP38695.4084722222

Cool!

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I appreciate Michael's gift with designing on a computer. You're a blessing to us all

PS -call Kevin @ Access & sell this drawing to them-it'll probably save them answering tons of questions & emails

BTW The headstock width is 5.25" Terry Stowell38695.433275463

I can't take the credit. Kevin sent the drawing to me

You still get props cuz I got the OLF SJ plans, and they got your name all over it buddy. You still da man!Terry Stowell38695.4224074074

I believe it is 5 1/4" inside

[QUOTE=Terry Stowell]

You still get props cuz I got the OLF SJ plans, and they got your name all over it buddy. You still da man![/QUOTE]

built one yet?

I had 2 sets of grenadillo, you saw the first Grand Ceoncert model recently. I'm caught between building the SJ, and doing a modified "sister" gtr to the G.C. (using a different top, thinner bracing and tonewoods, etc.)

I should do some experimentation early on in my building career. "A - B" testing will help here. I also have 2 sets each of Palo Escrito, ribbon mahogany, and Koa. All cheaper woods, under $100/set. And a few other more expensive, exotic,individual, or unique sets. (Spalted Makore, cuban mahogay, walnut, etc...)

I will definitely make use of the plans. Love the guitar shape, and the plans you made were excellent. I was considering taking a poll and have an OLF designed guitar based on the materials I have on hand.

I have a cutaway SJ Quilted Sapele in process but having to wait a while for a new set I ordered from the Zootman due to the lossof the sides when the shelf fell a couple weeks ago. And it will be put on the back burner when I get back in the country to start a simi rush commissioned D-cutaway I took Tuesday. i am also planning a pair of 3 piece Quilted Maple/Quilted Sapele\Quilted Maple 9 sting and a 12 string to use the orphaned Sapele back. The SJ is my favor-rite shape.

SOLD! Thanks guys!

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