This particular guitar, likely manufactured in 2018 based on its serial number, features a flame maple top reminiscent of a 10Top, making it a highly desirable instrument. The McCarty 594 was designed to pursue a vintage feel; Paul McCarty measured the scale length of a vintage guitar he owned, finding it to be 24.594 inches.
This led to a change in scale length compared to previous McCarty models. With a slightly thicker body and control layout, it closely approximates Paul's ideal feel, making it a popular model.
Furthermore, this model was produced as a limited-time, made-to-order item in 2017. While typically equipped with two humbucker pickups, it features a soapbar-type pickup based on a Seymour Duncan Antiquity P90.
Structurally, it's a single-coil pickup, yet it delivers a solid, sweet tone with a slightly cleaner sound image compared to humbuckers. The crisp, clear sound is unique to this pickup.
The pickup covers have been replaced with flame maple wood covers, further enhancing the guitar's luxurious appearance. (The original covers are also included.) The body material is similar to the McCarty 594, with a mahogany back laminated with flame maple, a mahogany neck, and a rosewood fingerboard.
To achieve a low-end response comparable to a Les Paul, the body thickness is slightly thicker than the Custom and McCarty models, but the waist contour is small, maximizing comfort and fit against the body during playing. The neck grip features a satisfying grip while employing the asymmetrical Pattern Vintage design with different carving on the bass and treble sides.
Unlike current models, the tuners are locking type, similar to the Custom. The use of brass material in the tuner posts ensures both high sound quality and convenient string changes.
As this is a used item, there are some minor dents and scratches on various parts, but none of them significantly detract from its appearance. There is a touch-up mark near the 11th fret on the neck grip side, but it has been polished smooth.
The frets show almost no wear, and the truss rod is still adjustable, making this a perfect item for someone who wants to play it extensively. Original hardshell case and original pickup cover are included.
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