A signature guitar designed for modern funk and vintage-inspired tones.
The D'Angelico Excel Giacomo Turra Bedford SH electric guitar is a stunning signature model built to match the iconic style and sound of guitarist Giacomo Turra. Designed for both studio recording and live performance, this semi-hollow offset guitar features the same eye-catching aesthetic and innovative electronics that have made Turra a modern sensation. With a custom Peppermint finish and a unique pickup configuration that blends vintage and modern tones, this guitar is a true testament to Turra’s versatile playing style.
Supro Pickups for Funky, Articulate Tones
The Excel Giacomo Turra Bedford SH features a Supro Gold Field pickup in the bridge position, delivering a clear and bold tone reminiscent of 1960s funk and rock. The Gold Field is a field coil-style pickup that combines the brightness of a single coil with the boldness of a humbucker, making it ideal for nuanced playing. Paired with two Supro T-Style single coil pickups in the neck and middle positions, this guitar offers a wide range of articulate tones, from funky rhythms to smooth leads.
Comfortable Playability and Unique Design
With a semi-hollow body and contoured f-hole, the Bedford SH offers excellent resonance and a lightweight feel, making it perfect for long performances or studio sessions. The slim C-shaped neck, constructed from satin-finished maple, provides smooth and comfortable playability across all 22 medium-jumbo frets. Combined with the Wilkinson 6-point tremolo system, the guitar offers responsive performance with precise control, allowing for expressive vibrato and dynamic playing.
Vintage Aesthetics With Modern Reliability
From the eye-catching Peppermint finish to the mother-of-pearl and abalone inlays, the Giacomo Turra Bedford SH exudes vintage charm. The offset body and classic D'Angelico headstock are combined with modern hardware, including Grover Rotomatic tuners and locking strap buttons, ensuring this guitar is as reliable as it is stylish. The 5-way pickup selector switch and ebony control knobs allow for easy tone shaping, making this guitar a versatile tool for any genre.
Built for Performance and Recording
Designed to meet the needs of both live performers and studio musicians, the Excel Giacomo Turra Bedford SH offers a wide tonal range and exceptional playability. Its semi-hollow body construction provides resonance and sustain, while the Supro pickups ensure clarity and articulation in every note. Whether you're laying down funky grooves or exploring vintage rock tones, this guitar delivers consistent, high-quality sound across any setup.
Supro Pickups for Funky, Articulate Tones
The Excel Giacomo Turra Bedford SH features a Supro Gold Field pickup in the bridge position, delivering a clear and bold tone reminiscent of 1960s funk and rock. The Gold Field is a field coil-style pickup that combines the brightness of a single coil with the boldness of a humbucker, making it ideal for nuanced playing. Paired with two Supro T-Style single coil pickups in the neck and middle positions, this guitar offers a wide range of articulate tones, from funky rhythms to smooth leads.
Comfortable Playability and Unique Design
With a semi-hollow body and contoured f-hole, the Bedford SH offers excellent resonance and a lightweight feel, making it perfect for long performances or studio sessions. The slim C-shaped neck, constructed from satin-finished maple, provides smooth and comfortable playability across all 22 medium-jumbo frets. Combined with the Wilkinson 6-point tremolo system, the guitar offers responsive performance with precise control, allowing for expressive vibrato and dynamic playing.
Vintage Aesthetics With Modern Reliability
From the eye-catching Peppermint finish to the mother-of-pearl and abalone inlays, the Giacomo Turra Bedford SH exudes vintage charm. The offset body and classic D'Angelico headstock are combined with modern hardware, including Grover Rotomatic tuners and locking strap buttons, ensuring this guitar is as reliable as it is stylish. The 5-way pickup selector switch and ebony control knobs allow for easy tone shaping, making this guitar a versatile tool for any genre.
Built for Performance and Recording
Designed to meet the needs of both live performers and studio musicians, the Excel Giacomo Turra Bedford SH offers a wide tonal range and exceptional playability. Its semi-hollow body construction provides resonance and sustain, while the Supro pickups ensure clarity and articulation in every note. Whether you're laying down funky grooves or exploring vintage rock tones, this guitar delivers consistent, high-quality sound across any setup.
Specifications
Body
- Body shape: Offset
- Body style: Semi-hollow with contoured f-hole
- Body depth: 1.625”
- Body width: 13.25”
- Top material: Mahogany
- Back and sides material: Mahogany
- Finish: Gloss Peppermint
- Neck material: Maple
- Profile: C-shape
- Scale length: 24.75”
- Nut width: 1-11/16”
- Fingerboard: Ebony
- Inlays: Mother-of-pearl/abalone split block
- Fret number: 22
- Radius: 14”
- Bridge: Wilkinson 6-point tremolo
- Tuners: Grover 109 Super Rotomatic (Non-locking)
- Knobs: 2 ebony
- Strap buttons: Gold, locking
- Hardware color: Nickel
- Pickups: Supro Gold Field in bridge, Supro T-Style single coil in neck and middle
- Controls: Master volume, master tone, 5-way blade pickup selector
- Output jack: Standard mono
- Orientation: Right handed
- Strings: Ernie Ball Skinny Top Heavy Bottom (.010-.052)
- Case: Gig bag
Features
- Custom Peppermint finish with semi-hollow offset body
- Supro Gold Field pickup in bridge, Supro T-Style single coils in neck and middle
- Wilkinson 6-point tremolo system
- Slim C-shaped maple neck with 22 medium-jumbo frets