
Inlays can help add an extra bit of spark to the design of your instrument and are a way to emphasise your individuality.
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They are an art form, which is why we take great pride in the methods we've developed in-house to ensure our inlays seamlessly integrate into the design language of your instrument.
Inlay materials:
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Mother of Pearl (gold, black, white)
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Abalone
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Paua shell
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Reconstituted stone
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Quilted and figured tonewoods
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Synthetics (carbon fibre, specialised plastics)
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Plus many more
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Standard designs:
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Dot
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Trapezoid
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Parallelogram
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Orion Swirl
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Split Diamond
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Growing Swirl
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Ruben Guitars Flourish






CARVES
Adding a carve to your guitar is a fantastic way to add depth to the top, which works equally well with solid colours or stained caps such as quilted or flamed maple.
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We are particularly excited to present our 'Fibonacci Carve' top that is featured in the Apex Predator series. This carve makes use of Fibonacci's principle which is observed throughout nature. We also offer carved tops for our other models including The Orion, The Evolution and The Odyssey.
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Naturally, we can also do one-off custom carve tops upon request.
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COMFORT
A comfort bevel for your arm or ribs allows you to play your guitar longer by not putting additional stress on your main contact points. This feature is available on both acoustic and electric guitars and is a handsome addition to either.