{"product_id":"headway-2001-hd-250","title":"2001 model HD-250","description":"\u003cp\u003e🔽Discover the Allure of Headway!! — Tracing the Journey of Master Craftsmen and Headway —\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tcgakki.com\/pages\/headway\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/1321\/3933\/files\/sgrevd.001.jpg?v=1766826172\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tcgakki.com\/pages\/ovation-adamas\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e --------------------------------------------------------------------------\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Headway \/ 2001 HD-250\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e In 2001, shortly after the Headway workshop restarted operations, this HD-250 was crafted by Mr. Yasuo Momose himself. \u003cbr\u003e\"What would be the ultimate guitar I could create under the Headway name?\" \u003cbr\u003eThis instrument clearly embodies his direct response to that question.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e The Mexican mother-of-pearl inlay framing the body makes his vision immediately clear.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/1321\/3933\/files\/th_IMG_6680_e8d6d263-6f2b-4dcc-9058-21993c408955.jpg?v=1766825909\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNot uniformly white mother-of-pearl, but a deep, jade-tinged luster. \u003cbr\u003eEach piece was selected, carved, and fitted while carefully checking its hue and reflection. \u003cbr\u003eThe craftsman's skill and the passion poured into its creation are palpable.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e That dedication and resolve remain intact in certain details. \u003cbr\u003eThe vertical \"Headway\" logo on the headstock. \u003cbr\u003eThis design evokes Martin's top-tier models while simultaneously signifying this model's special status. \u003cbr\u003eWhile vertical logos are now used on higher-end Headway models, this model pioneered that approach.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/1321\/3933\/files\/th_IMG_6681_2fdb5cd9-3cec-4275-ba0b-ca78c94aed49.jpg?v=1766825909\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e Hexagon inlays on the ebony fingerboard, a bridge with a long saddle. \u003cbr\u003eWhile it features details reminiscent of the 45 from the 1930s-40s, it never simply copies the past. \u003cbr\u003eThis becomes even clearer when examining its internal construction. \u003cbr\u003eThe aluminum channel truss rod, the number of crack-resistant braces, the position of the X-bracing. \u003cbr\u003eEven compared to the Martin D-45s from the 80s and 90s in our shop, the design is different. \u003cbr\u003eThis isn't a reissue; it's the result of master craftsman Yasuo Momose declaring, \"This is Headway's finest instrument.\"\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e And the sound. \u003cbr\u003eTo be honest, some may find Japanese-made acoustics somewhat stiff. \u003cbr\u003eI myself felt that way initially. \u003cbr\u003eBut the moment you play this HD-250, that preconception vanishes. \u003cbr\u003eThe rosewood bass is deep, the treble brilliant yet never harsh. \u003cbr\u003eWhen you play chords, it feels less like the sound projects forward and more like the space itself expands.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e This represents one of the pinnacles Kyoji Momose achieved with Headway after its relaunch.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e [Specs\/Case] \u003cbr\u003eTOP : Sitka Spruce \u003cbr\u003eBACK\/SIDES : Indian Rosewood \u003cbr\u003eFINGERBOARD\/BRIDGE：Ebony \u003cbr\u003eNECK： Mahogany 1P \u003cbr\u003eNUT WIDTH : 42mm \u003cbr\u003eSCALE : 645mm \u003cbr\u003eCASE : Original Hard Shell Case\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e [Condition] \u003cbr\u003e- A rare piece, one of only 10 made to order during the initial reissue period. A 45-Style guitar packed with Mr. Momose's design elements. \u003cbr\u003e- Although over 20 years old, it has no noticeable scratches or damage and is in excellent condition. \u003cbr\u003e- There is some peeling on the interior lining of the case. Please see the photos. \u003cbr\u003e-No buzzing or muffled notes; plays well. \u003cbr\u003e-String height at 12th fret: 6th string side 2.6mm, 1st string side 1.6mm \u003cbr\u003e-Saddle relief: approx. 2.5mm to 3.0mm\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tcgakki.com\/pages\/guide\"\u003e [6-Month Warranty]\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e [Mail-Order Assurance Service]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e For mail-order purchases, since we cannot provide an opportunity for you to try the instrument, we offer a 6-day trial period after the product arrives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Please try the product thoroughly at home. If you are not satisfied, we will refund the purchase price.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e *Round-trip shipping costs are the customer's responsibility.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Headway","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67611561918701,"sku":"30910","price":594000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/1321\/3933\/files\/2001-hd-250-5228144.jpg?v=1766840412","url":"https:\/\/tcgakki.com\/en\/products\/headway-2001-hd-250","provider":"TC楽器 - TCGAKKI","version":"1.0","type":"link"}