{"product_id":"jersey-girl-homemade-guitars-tapa-thelathina","title":"Jersey Girl Homemade Guitars Tapa Thelathina in Natural Ash","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-theme-font: major-fareast;\"\u003e(Free\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-theme-font: major-fareast;\"\u003e shipping within the continental U.S. at checkout. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-theme-font: major-fareast;\"\u003eIf you’re located outside the U.S.A please contact us for a shipping quote)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-theme-font: major-fareast;\"\u003einfo@southshoreguitarboutique.com\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandmade in Japan, the Jersey Girl Homemade Guitars Tapa Thelathina is an extraordinary example of the artistry, originality, and meticulous craftsmanship that have defined Jersey Girl since 1991. Combining unconventional design with carefully selected materials and intricate decorative details, this one-of-a-kind composition is as much a functional work of art as it is a musical instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Tapa Thelathina features a beautifully figured light ash body complemented by a maple neck and maple fingerboard. Intricate stained poplar inlays introduce colorful geometric patterns throughout the instrument, extending from the fingerboard and body to the decorative appointments. Matching light ash pickup covers, control knobs, and other handcrafted details create a cohesive aesthetic that highlights the natural beauty of the wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the heart of the instrument are two original Jersey Girl small humbuckers featuring Alnico 5 magnets and AWG 42 black enamel wire. This pickup configuration is designed to provide clarity, articulation, and a rich harmonic response, with the warmth and fullness associated with humbuckers. A straightforward control layout consisting of a master volume, master tone, and pickup selector allows for intuitive operation and a versatile range of sounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 25-inch scale length offers a comfortable balance between string tension and playability, while the bone nut, Sanko 214H frets, and GOTHO hardware provide a solid foundation for reliable performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeyond the guitar itself, the Tapa Thelathina is presented as a complete artistic composition, accompanied by a matching embroidered strap, handcrafted wooden pick case, and matching toy amplifier. Each accessory incorporates materials and design elements that complement the guitar, reflecting Jersey Girl's distinctive approach to instrument making.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition includes a matching mini solid-state, toy-style practice amplifier, handcrafted in Japan using light ash sourced from the USA. Featuring intricate stained poplar decorative inlays from Japan, the amplifier incorporates a Fender Mini Amp circuit and Logitech components. Designed to complement the guitar’s distinctive aesthetic, this charming miniature amplifier adds another unique element to the Tapa Thelathina composition, reflecting Jersey Girl Homemade Guitars’ exceptional attention to detail and creative craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA remarkable instrument that brings together Japanese craftsmanship, imaginative design, and a deeply personal artistic vision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade by hand in Japan, the Tapa Thelathina represents the distinctive creative philosophy of Jersey Girl Homemade Guitars, where every instrument is conceived as an individual artistic composition rather than simply another production guitar.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGeneral\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilder: Jersey Girl Homemade Guitars\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eModel \/ Composition: Tapa Thelathina\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComposition Number: 20250709\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCountry of Manufacture: Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConstruction: Handmade\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinish: Polyurethane\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 3.18 kg (approximately 7 lbs)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScale Length: 25\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBody \u0026amp; Neck\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBody: Light Ash (USA)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeck: Maple (USA)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFingerboard: Maple (USA)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePickup Covers: Light Ash (USA)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eControl Knobs: Light Ash (USA)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDecorative Inlays: Stained Poplar (Japan)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTruss Rod: Two-Way Hot Rod\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTruss Rod Adjustment: 5\/32\" or 4 mm Allen\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNut: Bone (Japan)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrets: Sanko 214H (Japan)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeadstock Logo Medal: Brass (Japan)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecommended String Gauge: .010–.046\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElectronics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePickups: Two Original Jersey Girl Small Humbuckers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePickup Magnets: Alnico 5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePickup Wire: AWG 42 Black Enamel Wire (Japan)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eControls: 1 Master Volume, 1 Master Tone\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePotentiometers: CTS 500k Audio Taper\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTone Capacitor: Orange Drop 33000pF 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Gold\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMatching Accessories\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMatching Strap\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFabric: Cotton (Japan)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLeather: Cow Leather (Japan)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEmbroidery: Cotton Thread (Japan)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMatching Pick Case\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBody: Light Ash 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