Ervin Somogyi Modified Dreadnought Cutaway, Brazilian Rosewood & Sitka Spruce demo

The North American Guitar at Carter Vintage
The North American Guitar at Carter Vintage
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Published 2021-05-11
"The Mod-D. or M.D. (Modified Dreadnought) is my proprietary shape, it grew out of the very traditional Martin Dreadnought guitar. That guitar was designed for musicians who stood when they played; my version is designed for musicians who sit. As such, it offers a waist and a better center-of-balance." - Ervin Somogyi

Ervin Somogyi isn't called the luthier's luthier for nothing. We have many a modified dreadnought in our shop at any given moment, but here, we have one from the originator of the design himself. This pre-owned Somogyi Modified Dreadnought was crafted in 1994, and despite its nearly 30 years, it remains in near mint condition (it's hard to even find marks on the pickguard).

The combination of a Sitka spruce top, with just the slightest bit of bearclaw figuring, and Brazilian rosewood back and sides, is as well-balanced, rounded, and tonally rich as you could hope. Its responsiveness suits the fingerstylist as you would expect from this design, but it's got plenty of power for the strummer. Visually, the tight pattern of the rosette, the unique curvature of the bridge, the fingerboard inlay, and the proprietary Somogyi headstock all combine together to feel at once old- and other-worldly.

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All Comments (18)
  • @DustinFurlow
    Friend sent me this link saying I should listen...normally I'd put that on the back burner but when one sees Carl Miner holding a Somogyi in the thumbnail one does not simply carry on. Amazing as expected! Massive bass.
  • @gr1887
    Superb as always Carl. Lovely guitar too.
  • @curtvahle2018
    Incredible guitar, and just as incredible, Carl putting it to work.
  • @dcallan1
    The best part of this guitar is that you can defend yourself with the headstock.
  • @sosioloco
    Beautiful guitar, sound and playing! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
  • @bradh.689
    That is the most tasteful guitar I've seen of his! GREAT playing on a GREAT guitar!!
  • @stellingbanjodude
    Great sounding guitar, I’d expect nothing less from a Simogyi. I’d love to examine one of these up close and see what I could glean from its build.
  • @czorr1997
    What strings are used on most demo’s? great playing as always. wonderful channel thanks
  • @kaseybrown5770
    Gorgeous sound...may I ask what brand strings are being used ?