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Dated: October, 2019, Cognac label

Body size at lower bout: 40cm (15 3/4") Scale length: 670mm (26 3/8") Nut Width: 43mm
(1 11/16") Neck depth, 1st/10th frets: 22.mm (.87) / 24.0mm (.94)

Materials: Bookmatched solid Alpine spruce top; Brazilian rosewood laminate back and
sides; solid curly black walnut neck; solid ebony fingerboard; 5 ply body binding

Hardware: All original gold hardware includes DM tailpiece and engraved tuners; solid
ebony bridge; clear scratchplate; adjustable truss rod.

Notes: From their workshop in the historic city of Cognac in southwest France, Patrick and
Mathias Dupont have become premier builders of the gypsy jazz guitar, under the direction
of their father Maurice, trained himself by legendary luthier Jacques Favino. Dupont
instruments have consistently been among the most faithful recreations of the original
Selmers made today, and played by a pantheon of luminaries, including Birelli Lagrene,
Romane, Tchavolo Schmitt and many more.

An elegant example of their work, the MD-50B is a meticulous rendition of Django's most
celebrated guitar, with its long scale and 'petite bouche' soundhole. The figure in the upgrade
Brazilian rosewood body is deep and lustrous, from inky purple to cafe-au-lait, and expertly
bookmatched.

Lightweight and resonant, the instrument weighs in at just 1.50kg (3lb. 6oz .) and the voice is
notably deep and clear, with outstanding volume, detail, and projection. The neck is carved of
elegant figured walnut, with a wonderfully comfortable D profile, slim in depth and nicely
flattened across the back, with smooth, low action over a fresh high precision setup.

The instrument has been maintained in fine shape, with all original hardware and finish, free
of cracks, pick, buckle, thumb, fret or fingerboard wear. Apart from a few light wisps of
checking, and some incidental lacquer nicks, the instrument shows few signs of age or play
otherwise.

The MC-50B is rarely seen on the vintage market, and new examples can entail a
considerable wait. True gypsy royalty, ready to rule over a campfire or a concert hall. One
only: call now.

Setup: This instrument is strung with light gauge silvered steel strings. The guitar will
accommodate lighter or heavier gauge strings, according to preference. String action is set at
4/64" to 5/64" at the 12th fret, with light relief for acoustic playing with light to medium
gauge strings.

Case: Original deluxe black fitted plush lined hardshell case.

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