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Discover the harmonious blend of craftsmanship and innovation with the Fylde Ariel, a premium steel-string acoustic guitar designed for musicians who demand both quality and character in their instruments. Crafted in the UK, the Fylde Ariel combines traditional luthiery with exceptional tonal clarity, making it a favorite among discerning guitarists.

The Ariel features a meticulously hand-selected spruce top, paired with beautifully grained rosewood back and sides, ensuring a rich, resonant sound with every strum. Its comfortable, slender neck is constructed from mahogany, providing a smooth playing experience that suits both intricate fingerpicking and bold strumming styles. The guitar is finished with a satin lacquer, which not only protects the wood but also enhances its natural acoustics.

The Fylde Ariel is celebrated not only for its sound but also for its attention to detail. From the precision inlay work on the fretboard to the carefully chosen materials, each aspect of the Ariel is designed to provide an instrument that feels as good as it sounds. Whether you're performing on stage or composing in the studio, the Ariel offers a versatile sound palette that adapts to any musical context.

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Solid spruce top for enhanced projection and clarity
Rosewood back and sides for warm, full-bodied tones
Mahogany neck with a comfortable profile for easy playability
Satin finish for superior resonance and aesthetic appeal
Handcrafted in the UK with precision and care
Ideal for both fingerstyle and strumming techniques

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Will McNicol

One Guitar: Six Tunings | Fylde Ariel

Will McNicol

The Banks of the Tyne (Fylde Ariel, Terz tuning)

Keith Chesterton

Quo Cadiz on a Fylde Ariel Steel String

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Owners have successfully gigged with the Fylde Ariel both plugged and unplugged, highlighting its versatility across various performance settings.
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Slotted headstocks, while aesthetically pleasing, can be challenging to manage practically, suggesting consideration for ease of use in performance contexts.
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The Fylde Ariel, as a 12th fret parlor guitar, is noted for being enjoyable to play, suitable for both intimate venues and larger gigs.
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Pete Townshend

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The Who

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"Pete Townshend used a Fylde Ariel model small-bodied acoustic guitar in the studio and for solo performances. He began using this guitar in 1979 as his “on the road” guitar in place of his 1968 Gibson J-200. In the studio, he used it likely on Empty Glass, as well as Iron Man and Psychoderelict. He also used it on Driftin’ Blues in 1981, which appears on Another Scoop. In 2006 he used this guitar on Endless Wire. For 1996-era solo shows, he used this for solo acoustic numbers, such as I Am An Animal and A Friend is A Friend, fitted with a Fishman Acoustic Matrix pickup system. He continued to use it for solo appearances in 2006 with Rachel Fuller.