If you’re chasing that classic slope-shoulder dread sound, this Bourgeois Touchstone SD Standard/TS nails it.
The torrefied Sitka top gives it that broken-in, vintage warmth right out of the case, while the mahogany back and sides keep things dry, punchy, and focused. It’s got that classic “workhorse” voice—great for strumming, but still balanced enough for fingerstyle without getting muddy.
The 25" scale keeps the feel relaxed and easy, and the neck plays smooth and comfortable whether you’re digging in or keeping things light. It’s a really approachable guitar that still has plenty of power when you need it.
Part of the Touchstone Series, this one’s designed and voiced under Dana Bourgeois with that signature attention to detail, blending old-school tone with modern consistency. It leans vintage in all the right ways, without feeling delicate or fussy.
Warm, punchy, and super usable—exactly what you want out of a slope shoulder.
Specs:
Torrefied Sitka Spruce Top
Adirondack Spruce Bracing
Mahogany Back & Sides
14-Fret Mahogany Neck
Ziricote Fingerboard
Ziricote Bridge w/ Ivoroid Pins
Bone Nut & Saddle
25" Scale Length
1 23/32" Nut Width
2.2" Saddle Spacing
Schaller Grand Tune Nickel Tuners w/ Ivoroid Buttons
