{"product_id":"headway-the-five-atb-type-f-80s-ss","title":"Headway The Five\/ATB Type F ’80s SS","description":"\u003cp\u003eA special edition model based on Headway's flagship \u003cem\u003eThe Five\u003c\/em\u003e platform, the ATB Type F '80s SS was created under the supervision of renowned guitarist Masato Yasui and built around an exceptionally rare piece of tonewood—naturally aged Sitka Spruce harvested in the 1980s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter nearly four decades of natural drying and maturation, this remarkable \"80's Sitka Spruce\" has developed a responsiveness and tonal complexity rarely found in modern acoustic guitars. Even before construction, the wood exhibits an unmistakably mature resonance, producing a voice characterised by long sustain, exceptional clarity, and a beautifully dry, articulate character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProfessionally equipped with an \u003cstrong\u003eLR Baggs Anthem SL pickup system\u003c\/strong\u003e, this limited model is equally capable on stage and in the studio, faithfully capturing the guitar's rich acoustic voice while maintaining outstanding feedback resistance and natural dynamics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Sound of Four Decades\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe centrepiece of this instrument is its rare 80's Sitka Spruce top.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNaturally seasoned for approximately 40 years, the wood produces a level of openness and responsiveness often associated with well-played vintage instruments. Compared to contemporary Sitka Spruce, it offers longer sustain, greater harmonic complexity, and a refined high-end response without harshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe aged appearance of the timber also contributes to the guitar's understated visual elegance, giving it a naturally matured character that cannot be artificially replicated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDesigned with Masato Yasui\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBased on Headway's acclaimed \u003cem\u003eThe Five\u003c\/em\u003e platform, this special model was developed under the supervision of Masato Yasui with a focus on tonal refinement, playability, and practical performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile visually understated, every aspect of the instrument has been carefully considered, from the wood selection and neck design to the internal construction and exclusive model identification label.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside the soundhole, a dedicated label features Masato Yasui's signature alongside a special designation identifying the guitar as part of the exclusive 80's Sitka Spruce series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eExceptional Playability\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe neck is carved from a single piece of African Mahogany and features Headway's acclaimed \u003cstrong\u003eExtra Slim U Grip\u003c\/strong\u003e, the slimmest neck profile in Headway's history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo further enhance stability, the neck incorporates Headway's High Strength Neck construction with integrated carbon reinforcement. This not only improves long-term reliability but also allows string energy to transfer more efficiently to the soundboard, enhancing sustain and high-frequency articulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTwistless Neck System\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the most innovative features of this model is Headway's proprietary \u003cstrong\u003eTwistless Neck System\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBall bearings are integrated into both ends of the truss rod assembly, reducing unwanted torsional forces during adjustment. By allowing the rod to move more freely, neck adjustments are distributed more evenly across the neck structure, minimising twist and reducing unnecessary stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is greater long-term stability, improved adjustment precision, and excellent performance even with lower action setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePremium Appointments\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Five\/ATB Type F '80s SS features carefully selected premium components throughout, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIndian Rosewood Back \u0026amp; Sides\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEbony Fingerboard and Bridge\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigh Density Water Buffalo Bone Nut \u0026amp; Saddle\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGotoh SGV510Z L5 Gold Tuners\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHHF-AG2S Frets\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCustom Eagle Headstock Inlay\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExclusive The Five Pickguard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAska Team Build Design Elements\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTogether, these details create an instrument that balances modern precision with traditional craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTop: 80's Sitka Spruce\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBack \u0026amp; Sides: Indian Rosewood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeck: African Mahogany (1-Piece)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFingerboard: Ebony\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBridge: Ebony\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNut: High Density Water Buffalo Bone\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSaddle: High Density Water Buffalo Bone\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScale Length: 628mm (24.75\")\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNut Width: 43.5mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFingerboard Radius: 400R\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeck Profile: Extra Slim U Grip\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBracing: Custom Semi Forward Shifted Scalloped X Bracing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTuners: Gotoh SGV510Z L5 GG\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrets: HHF-AG2S\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinish: Thin Urethane\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElectronics: LR Baggs Anthem SL\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStrings: Elixir NANOWEB Light (.012–.053)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBlack Crane Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany guitars promise a vintage-inspired sound. 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