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The Vintage Hancrafted Citron Veillette E-Guitar

The Veillette‑Citron vintage electric guitar represents a rare, boutique electric guitar crafted in the late 1970s to early 1980s by luthiers Joe Veillette and Harvey Citron, whose instruments are highly sought after by collectors and players alike. These guitars were typically handmade in the United States with meticulous build quality, often featuring neck‑through‑body construction, premium woods, and custom‑wound pickups that give them a distinct tonal character and dynamic response. Known for their tone and playability, these instruments deliver a rich, articulate sound with excellent sustain suited to rock, blues, jazz, and fusion styles. Because fewer than a few hundred were made, original models are rare and desirable on the vintage market. Typical examples include solid‑body double‑cut designs with exotic wood laminates and versatile electronics that offer a broad tonal palette. Today, these guitars are prized for their craftsmanship and historical significance in boutique American guitar making.

Specs:

• Manufacturer: Made by Veillette‑Citron (USA) boutique/handcrafted guitar builders.
• Era: Late 1970s – early 1980s vintage production.
• Body construction: Often neck‑through‑body or multi‑laminate neck and body designs for sustain and stability.
• Pickups: Custom‑made pickups (often hum‑canceling or dual‑coil designs) with rich, expressive tone.
• Hardware: High‑quality tuners and bodies with adjustable bridges; brass nuts and premium fittings on many models.
• Frets: Typically 22 frets.
• Wood choices: Exotic hardwoods like maple, walnut, rosewood, and others used in body and neck.
• Playability: Designed for full range and versatility with strong sustain and tonal depth; collectible due to limited production.

Danny Burke

Danny Burke

1979 VEILLETTE CITRON

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1979 VEILLETTE CITRON

Danny Burke

Danny Burke

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