Kevin Kopp NL-35 Sunburst 20th Anniversary - Adirondack Spruce & Jaguar Mahogany #0759925

Description The Kevin Kopp NL-35 Sunburst 20th Anniversary is a truly special instrument that celebrates two decades of masterful luthiery from one of today’s most respected independent builders. Handcrafted in the traditional spirit of the golden-era American flattop, this custom, one-of-a-kind guitar blends Kevin Kopp’s deep reverence for vintage design with the refinement and responsiveness modern players expect. The result is an instrument that feels immediately familiar yet unmistakably unique. This remarkable guitar merges two of Kopp’s celebrated designs into a single, inspired creation. The body size, construction, and tonal architecture are based on the K-35 model, offering the balanced power, depth, and projection that players love from that platform. Visually, however, the instrument draws its identity from the NL model, taking inspiration from the legendary Nick Lucas aesthetic. Elegant Nick Lucas-style mother-of-pearl Fleur-de-Lis inlays adorn the fingerboard and headstock, set against a rich ebony headstock veneer and complemented by classic ivoroid body binding and rosette. The result is a guitar that feels both vintage-authentic and visually striking. At the heart of its voice is a responsive Adirondack spruce top paired with stunning Jaguar figured mahogany back and sides. This rare mahogany variant offers remarkable visual depth while contributing warmth, clarity, and strong fundamental presence to the tone. The Adirondack top provides headroom and dynamic range, delivering crisp articulation under a light touch while opening up beautifully when driven harder. A Jaguar figured mahogany neck adds visual continuity, while a Brazilian rosewood fingerboard and bridge enhance sustain, clarity, and tonal richness. Thoughtful vintage-inspired appointments complete the package. A classic celluloid firestripe pickguard evokes the golden era of American acoustics, while antique nickel Waverly tuning machines provide smooth, reliable performance. A bone nut, saddle, and pins ensure optimal tone transfer and resonance. With a comfortable 24 3/4" scale length, 1 3/4" nut width, and 2 5/16" bridge spacing, the guitar offers an inviting playing feel that works equally well for fingerstyle nuance and powerful flatpicking. Kevin Kopp’s journey as a luthier began with an obsession for the finest pre-war American guitars, particularly the legendary instruments built in Kalamazoo during the 1930s. After years of careful study, repair work, and building under the mentorship of master luthiers, Kopp established his own workshop and quickly earned a reputation for crafting instruments that capture the magic of those golden-era guitars without simply copying them. His work is known for meticulous attention to detail, exceptional wood selection, and a tonal character that blends vintage warmth with modern responsiveness. Weighing in at an incredibly light 4 lbs 0 oz., this NL-35 Sunburst 20th Anniversary model is a perfect example of that philosophy. It is lively in the hands, resonant against the body, and full of personality. As a custom instrument combining the K-35’s body design with the ornate Nick Lucas-inspired styling of the NL model, it stands as a rare and collectible piece within Kevin Kopp’s body of work. This exceptional guitar comes protected in a TKL hardshell case and represents a rare opportunity to own a beautifully conceived, one-of-a-kind instrument from a modern master of vintage-inspired acoustic design. Other specifications include: Adirondack Spruce Top Jaguar Figured Mahogany Ivoroid Body Binding & Rosette Brazilian Rosewood Fingerboard & Bridge Jaguar Figured Mahogany Neck Ebony Headstock Veneer Nick Lucas Style MOP Fleur de Lis Headstock & Fingerboard Inlays Celluloid Firestripe Pickguard Antique Nickel Waverly Tuning Machines Bone Nut, Saddle & Pins TKL Hardshell Case 24 3/4" Scale Length 1 3/4" Nut Width 2 5/16" Bridge Spacing 4 lb 0 oz #0759925 For more information about the Kopp NL-35, please contact us. Manufacturer Kevin Kopp Body Style K-35 Actual Weight 4.0 Model NL-35 Condition Brand New Series 20th Anniversary