Photography by Rick Johnston.

Bastogne walnut body, Indian rosewood neck and fretboard.
The body and neck are carved for comfort and ergonomics. The neck is a three-piece laminate of rosewood for maximum strength and stability.
The neck heel on Proto 1 was further refined, but the body contours remain largely the same – and extremely comfortable.
The body features a 16
Compensated nut.
Locking tuners and scarf-jointed headstock.
Figured South American mahogany, maple/mahogany laminated neck and curly roasted maple fretboard.
Five-piece roasted curly maple neck with two figured mahogany stringers.
The body received seven coats of oil and four coats of wax for a smooth and comfortable finish that allows the wood to flex and resonate.
Bare Knuckle Aftermath 7-string matched set with distressed covers really complement the look of the Hipshot bridge and GraphTech String Saver saddles.
The body carve blends curves and edges to create a striking and comfortable form.
The heel shape is optimized for the hand shape in the upper registers.
GraphTech Black Tusq XL nut and recessed Hipshot tuners.