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The MB Guitars '62 Single Cut is Mike Bowes' tribute to one of the most sought-after eras of American guitar building. Handcrafted in the United Kingdom, this exceptional instrument captures the look, feel, and tonal character of an early-1960s single-cut guitar while benefiting from the precision and consistency of modern boutique craftsmanship.

Finished in a beautifully aged Olympic White nitrocellulose lacquer, this example exudes vintage appeal from every angle. The subtle checking, tasteful aging, and period-correct appointments create the impression of a well-preserved instrument that has spent decades making music. Like all MB Guitars, every detail is executed with remarkable care, from the neck carve and fretwork to the finish and hardware selection.

Acoustically lively and resonant, the '62 Single Cut offers the rich midrange, articulate highs, and singing sustain that define the best examples from the golden era. The combination of a lightweight mahogany body, carved maple top, and vintage-inspired humbuckers delivers exceptional balance and clarity. Clean tones are warm and expressive, while overdriven sounds bloom with harmonics and sustain without losing definition.

The comfortable early-'60s neck profile feels instantly familiar, providing a broken-in playing experience that encourages hours of inspiration. Whether you're playing blues, rock, country, jazz, or roots music, the MB Guitars '62 Single Cut delivers the character and response that vintage enthusiasts chase, with the reliability of a modern handmade instrument.

Serial Number: 95384

Specifications

Model: '62 Single Cut

Builder: MB Guitars

Serial Number: 95384

Finish: Olympic White Nitrocellulose Lacquer

Construction: Set Neck

Body: Lightweight Mahogany

Top: Carved Maple

Neck: Mahogany

Fingerboard: Rosewood

Scale Length: 24.75"

Nut Width: 1.687"

Neck Profile: Early '60s Medium C

Fingerboard Radius: 12"

Frets: Medium Jumbo

Inlays: Trapezoid

Pickups: Vintage-Voiced Humbucker Set

Controls: 2 Volume, 2 Tone, 3-Way Toggle Switch

Bridge: ABR-1 Style Tune-O-Matic

Tailpiece: Lightweight Aluminum Stop Bar

Tuners: Vintage-Style Kluson Deluxe

Finish Type: Thin Nitrocellulose Lacquer

Color: Olympic White

Case: Hardshell Case Included

Made In: United Kingdom