Iris RCM-000 12-Fret #1672 - relic natural

Discover Iris guitars, an exceptional choice for musicians seeking a handcrafted instrument, the result of the expertise of Adam Buchwald and his team.

Overview

Iris Guitar Company is an American company founded in 2018 by luthier Adam Buchwald. The brand is known for its handcrafted production of high-end acoustic guitars, inspired by legendary vintage models from the 1930s through the 1950s. Iris guitars prioritize tonal quality and impeccable craftsmanship, while offering an affordable price point comparable to that of a custom-shop-grade instrument.

Technical Features for Exceptional Tone

Iris guitars are available in several body styles: DF (dreadnought slope shoulder), D-WH (dreadnought square shoulder), WE (orchestra model), MS-00, RCM-000 12-Fret, and OG (Iris’s proprietary body style). Each instrument is carefully crafted using premium materials, such as:

• Sitka spruce top
• Honduran mahogany body and neck
• Rosewood fingerboard
• Adirondack spruce braces
• Relic nitrocellulose finish

Their vintage tone is characterized by a warm, organic quality, rich and lively mids, and a crisp, dynamic attack. These guitars are perfectly suited to a variety of musical styles, ranging from blues to Americana to pop, whether you’re a strummer or a finger-picker.

Customizable options for every musician

Iris Guitar Company offers numerous special-order options, allowing you to customize your instrument to your preferences. Available options include:

• Top wood types (Adirondack spruce, mahogany, cedar, roasted)
• Back and side materials (Indian, Brazilian, or Madagascar rosewood; Cocobolo; Koa; Walnut)
• Choice of neck (African ebony, Madagascar rosewood)
• Technical specifications (bracing types, neck profiles, preamps)
• Various finishes

Please feel free to contact us for more information on the available options.

A compact model with a refined tone: the IRIS RCM-000 12-Fret #1672

This model, designed by Adam Buchwald and Christian McAdams, is a compact instrument with a standard scale length (25"). It features a “Sinker” Sitka spruce top, a Cocobolo body, a rosewood fingerboard, and a Relic Satin Natural finish. The IRIS RCM-000 12-Fret offers a balanced frequency response, delivering warm, well-defined tones that are exceptionally expressive.

A “Sinker” Sitka Spruce Top for Unique Acoustics

"Sinker" Sitka spruce is sourced from logs that have been submerged in lakes or rivers for extended periods. This unique process gives the wood greater density and weight, resulting in remarkable tonal qualities.

Cocobolo: A Preferred Choice for Aesthetics and Sound

Cocobolo, a Central American rosewood, is renowned for its striking appearance and rich tonal range, which gives any guitar featuring it remarkable sonic and stylistic versatility.

A 12-Fret Design for Greater Comfort

The 12-fret design repositions the neck, which emerges from the body at the twelfth fret, thereby shifting the bridge toward the soundboard. This allows the soundboard to vibrate freely, softening the tone and improving playing comfort, as string gauges are easier to execute, while maintaining the same 25" scale length.