Artist Signature Semi-Acoustic Guitar for Slide and Roots Players

The Duesenberg Bros. Landreth Joey Manitoba Green represents a rare collaboration between a legendary German guitar maker and one of contemporary music's most distinctive slide players. The Bros. Landreth Joey's Guitar combines precision engineering with artistic vision, resulting in an instrument that excels in studio recording, live performance, and experimental playing contexts. Joey Landreth's signature model begins with a solid alder body that delivers quick attack and long sustain, paired with a 1-piece maple set neck and Indian rosewood fingerboard. The Manitoba Green finish—a striking vintage-inspired hue—complements the cream binding and black dot inlays that define this model's retro-modern aesthetic. This signature guitar is the right choice for players seeking a semi-acoustic instrument with character, tonal versatility, and proven artist endorsement.

Rare Custom Pickup Configuration for Transparency and Bite

The Bros. Landreth Joey's Guitar distinguishes itself through a carefully curated three-pickup system unavailable on any other Duesenberg model. In the neck position sits Duesenberg's proprietary Gold-Foil single-coil design, renowned for delivering exceptional transparency and clarity—essential for Joey's slide work where every nuance of tone matters. The middle pickup is a classic Duesenberg Alnico single-coil that bridges the tonal spectrum. At the bridge, a custom-wound Phonico Split/King Duo-Coil pickup provides both authentic single-coil and authentic humbucker tones through a unique coil-switching architecture, fine-tuned to deliver increased output and bite specifically for this signature model. The pickup configuration is controlled through a 3-way selector switch plus two mini-toggle switches mounted discreetly in the electronics cavity, allowing seamless mid-pickup blending and coil-splitting options that few guitars at this tier can match.

Legendary Radiator Tremola and Precision Hardware

The Bros. Landreth Joey's Guitar is equipped with Duesenberg's acclaimed Radiator Tremola in short version—a vibrato system that independent reviewers have described as "smooth like hell" and among the finest mechanical tremolo systems ever engineered. Unlike traditional Bigsby-style tremolos, the Radiator Tremola features a unique roller mechanism and smooth stick-tip saddles that deliver buttery vibrato response without the harshness or unpredictability of competing designs. The short version is optimized for the Paloma body shape and Joey's playing style, providing controlled pitch modulation for both subtle expression and dramatic effects. Hardware throughout is nickel-plated Duesenberg engineering, including the acclaimed Z-Tuners open-gear tuning machines—consistently rated as the smoothest and most precise tuners in the electric guitar category. The combination of Radiator Tremola smoothness and Z-Tuner precision creates an instrument that holds tuning stability while delivering unparalleled mechanical feel.

PLEK-Processed Fretboard and Comfortable Neck Profile

Playability is paramount on a signature artist model, and the Bros. Landreth Joey's Guitar delivers through meticulous fretwork and neck design. The Indian rosewood fingerboard undergoes Duesenberg's proprietary PLEK processing—a computerized fret-leveling system that guarantees perfectly level frets as the foundation for hand-polished fret work and custom setup. This process is the basis for Duesenberg's reputation for instruments that "play like nothing you have ever played before." The neck features a Medium D profile with Scale Length: 648 mm, Nut Width: 42.5 mm, and a Fingerboard Radius: 305 mm (12-inch)—dimensions optimized for both comfort and slide technique. With 22 Jumbo Frets (2.8 x 1.0 mm) and cream dot inlays, the fingerboard provides extended playing range while maintaining the retro aesthetic. Upper-register access is effortless thanks to the set-neck construction and carefully carved cutaway, making this guitar equally suitable for traditional fretting and advanced slide positions.

Purpose-Built for Slide Guitar, Roots Music, and Studio Expression

The Bros. Landreth Joey Manitoba Green is the right choice for intermediate and advanced players who prioritize tonal character and artistic expression over mass-market conventions. This signature model excels in slide guitar contexts where transparency and clarity are non-negotiable—whether playing traditional blues, contemporary roots music, or experimental soundscapes. The semi-acoustic construction with solid alder body resists feedback during amplified performance while providing the resonant, articulate response that studio recording demands. Players transitioning into signature artist models, those influenced by Joey Landreth's work, and musicians seeking a guitar that rewards exploration and experimentation will find this instrument opens creative possibilities unavailable on standard production guitars. The included Duesenberg Custom Line Case—handcrafted with flight-case quality and boutique packaging—ensures this investment is protected whether touring internationally or moving between studio sessions.

The Bros. Landreth and Duesenberg's Artist Alliance Heritage

The Bros. Landreth—Joey and David Landreth—formed in 2011 in Winnipeg, Canada, and emerged as a folk-rock powerhouse blending Americana, blues, and roots influences. Their 2013 debut album "Let It Lie" earned a Juno Award, establishing them as distinctive voices in contemporary music. Joey Landreth is internationally recognized as a master slide guitarist whose soulful playing and innovative approach to the instrument have influenced a generation of players. Duesenberg Guitars, founded in Germany with a legacy of handcrafted instruments and artist collaborations, selected Joey's signature model as part of their Alliance Series—a curated collection of instruments designed with world-class artists. This collaboration represents Duesenberg's commitment to creating instruments that serve the specific artistic vision of exceptional musicians, rather than generic signature models. The Bros. Landreth Joey's Guitar is the result of direct feedback from Joey's playing requirements, ensuring every design choice serves artistic purpose.