IRIS DF - Honey Burst. NEW (Authorized Dealer)

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The Iris DF is a beautifully understated take on the classic slope-shoulder dreadnought, built with a clear respect for the dry, woody voice of early American acoustics. There’s nothing overly polished or exaggerated here, which is exactly what makes it so compelling. It feels honest in the hands and incredibly responsive from the first note.

This DF in Honey Burst (Serial #1590) has a warmth both visually and sonically that immediately draws you in. The finish gives it a soft, golden glow that pairs perfectly with the guitar’s tonal character. There’s a strong, focused fundamental with a slightly broken-in dryness, balanced by just enough top-end air to keep things articulate. Chords have a nice separation without feeling clinical, and single notes carry a round, vocal quality.

It’s a very immediate instrument. Light touch translates effortlessly, making it a great fit for fingerstyle, while digging in brings out a raw, expressive edge without collapsing the note. The shorter 25" scale adds a bit of give under the fingers, keeping everything comfortable and musical across different playing styles.

This is the kind of guitar that rewards feel over flash. It doesn’t fight you, it works with you, and it has the kind of character that only gets better the more it’s played.

Specifications

Model: Iris DF
Serial Number: 1590

Body Style: Slope-Shoulder Dreadnought
Top Wood: Sitka Spruce
Back & Sides: Mahogany

Bracing: Scalloped Adirondack Spruce
Neck Joint: Bolt-on Mortise & Tenon

Neck Profile: Medium C
Fingerboard: Rosewood
Radius: 16"

Scale Length: 25"
Nut Width: 1 11/16"
Bridge Spacing: 2 7/32"

Bridge: Rosewood
Nut & Saddle: Bone

Finish: Honey Burst, Open Pore Nitrocellulose
Pickguard: Firestripe Style

Tuners: Vintage Style Open-Gear
Hardware: Nickel

Case: Hardshell Case