Waterloo guitars, made right alongside Collings Guitars, are a great entry point to Collings-quality at a more affordable price. They feature all the same quality tonewood and craftsmanship but with more pulled back aesthetics. The WL-14 is probably the most popular model, a X-braced version of a Gibson pre-war L-00.
"The WL-14 is the flagship model of the Waterloo guitar line and the inspiration that started it all. Keeping true to the design and style of the era, the WL-14 is available in "ladder" bracing (L) as well as "X" bracing (X). The ladder bracing option provides woody and open tone, with midrange honk that's perfect for fingerstyle blues. The "X" braced version retains tighter focus and balance across the tonal range.
There are two different neck profiles available for the WL-14, with the standard being a sizable, vintage-inspired neck with a prominent "V" shape. For those who prefer more moderately sized necks, an alternate lower-profile option is available by request. All WL-14 models include an adjustable truss rod for convenient setup adjustment and flexibility. Hardshell TKL case included.
All Waterloo models are handmade in Austin, Texas."
Specs:
| Body Width: | 14 3/4" |
| Body Length: | 19 1/4" |
| Body Depth: | 4 1/4" |
| Scale Length: | 24 7/8" |
| Nut Width: | 1 3/4" |
| Saddle Spacing: | 2 3/8" |
| Recommended Strings: | D'Addario EJ16 (.012"-.053") |
