Masterbuilder Gene Baker’s homage to the fabled Burst…

Adding to our well-established line of custom instruments, b3 Guitars has unveiled the addition of the new SL59 to our model lineup.

What began as the set neck SL Deluxe has become the ultimate in late 50’s styled guitars.  Hand crafted from only the finest materials and incorporating vintage correct appointments, the SL59 is the definition of “Burst Killer”.

The b3 SL59 features include:

  • Authentic old growth Eastern maple top
  • Old growth 1 piece mahogany body
  • Brazilian rosewood fretboard
  • Holly headstock veneer
  • Deep set neck tenon
  • 17° headstock angle
  • Tortoise side dots
  • TonePros AVR-II bridge, aluminum tailpiece, and large steel anchors
  • Bumble Bee capacitors
  • b3 PAF pickups
  • Silk screen logo

Authentic old growth Eastern maple top

Brazilian rosewood fretboard

Old growth 1 piece mahogany body with deep set neck tenon

17° headstock angle