Experience the classic allure of the Godin 5th Avenue Kingpin Left-Handed guitar, a timeless masterpiece designed for musicians who cherish both style and substance. Crafted with Canadian wild cherry for the top, back, and sides, this archtop hollowbody guitar delivers a rich, resonant tone that harks back to the soulful sounds of yesteryear. Whether your heart beats for jazz, delta blues, or rock, the Kingpin provides a versatile platform to express your musical passions.

At the heart of its sound is a Godin Kingpin P-90 single-coil pickup, known for its punchy, vintage tone that brings out the best in every note you play. Complementing its auditory excellence is a silver leaf maple neck, topped with a rosewood fingerboard, offering a smooth and comfortable playing feel.

The Kingpin's design is as striking as its sound, featuring a custom polished finish and cream binding that exudes vintage charm. Its contoured high-gloss black headstock adds a touch of modern flair, making it as visually compelling as it is acoustically.

Key Features:

• Left-handed archtop hollowbody electric guitar
• Canadian wild cherry archtop, back, and sides
• Silver leaf maple neck with rosewood fingerboard
• Adjustable TUSQ bridge by Graphtech
• Godin Kingpin P-90 single-coil pickup for vintage tone
• 1 x volume, 1 x tone control
• 16" fingerboard radius
• 24.84" scale length
• 1.72" nut width

Product specs

FAQs

What type of music is the Godin 5th Avenue Kingpin Left-Handed best suited for?

The Godin 5th Avenue Kingpin Left-Handed is ideal for jazz, blues, and rockabilly styles, thanks to its warm, vintage tone provided by the P90 single-coil pickup and hollowbody design.

How does the P90 pickup on the Godin 5th Avenue Kingpin affect its sound?

The Kingpin P90 single-coil pickup offers a rich, warm tone with a bit of grit, making it perfect for genres like jazz and blues where a clear, dynamic sound is desired.

Is the Godin 5th Avenue Kingpin Left-Handed suitable for beginners?

While it's primarily designed for intermediate to advanced players due to its specific tonal characteristics and hollowbody design, dedicated beginners interested in jazz or blues might also find it rewarding.

What materials are used in the construction of the Godin 5th Avenue Kingpin Left-Handed?

This guitar features a body and top made from laminated Canadian wild cherry, a neck made of silver leaf maple, and a rosewood fingerboard, all contributing to its rich, resonant tone.

Does the Godin 5th Avenue Kingpin Left-Handed come with a case or gig bag?

The Godin 5th Avenue Kingpin Left-Handed does not come with a case or gig bag; it must be purchased separately.

What is the neck profile like on the Godin 5th Avenue Kingpin Left-Handed?

The neck profile is described as Kingpin, Cantilevered, providing a comfortable grip for smooth playability, especially suited for jazz and blues styles.