Product Spotlight: Fenech Vintage D75 Mahogany Acoustic Guitar

When it comes to dreadnought acoustics, few shapes carry as much legacy—and as much potential for innovation—as the D-series. The Fenech Vintage D75 Mahogany takes that heritage and refines it, combining time-honored tonewoods with cutting-edge bracing and playability enhancements. Whether you’re driving a chorus of strums or articulating crisp single-note runs, the D75-Mahogany delivers warmth, clarity, and responsiveness that will inspire any flat picker or singer-songwriter.

A Deep Dive into the D75 Shape

The dreadnought form factor was born in the early 20th century to give guitarists more volume and projection. Over the decades, makers have tweaked body contours, bracing patterns, and scale lengths to strike different balances of tone and comfort. Enter the D75: Aaron Fenech’s refined take on the classic dreadnought.

• Slightly Rounded Shoulders
  Where traditional dreadnoughts can feel boxy, the D75’s shoulders are subtly softened. This not only tones down harsh upper-bout reflections but also makes the guitar more comfortable when seated.

• 24.75″ Scale Length
  Shorter than the industry standard 25.5″, the D75’s 24.75″ scale reduces string tension just enough to improve left-hand comfort without sacrificing clarity or projection. Bending notes and fretting complex chord voicings become a joy rather than a chore.

• Custom Fenech Bracing
  The heart of any acoustic’s voice lies in its bracing. Fenech’s proprietary soundboard pattern distributes vibrational energy more evenly across the top, yielding faster attack, greater note separation, and an even tonal balance from low to high.

These design choices honour the dreadnought’s roar while giving it a modern edge—perfect for the demands of both recording studios and crowded live stages.

The Mahogany Advantage

Wood selection is at the core of an acoustic’s personality. The D75 pairs a AAA Sitka Spruce top with AAA Genuine Mahogany back and sides, harvested ethically as the first guitar of its kind in Australia to do so.

1. Warm, Focused Mids
   Mahogany emphasizes the midrange frequencies, delivering a “throaty” character that flatters flat-picked leads and driving rhythm work alike.

2. Controlled, Punchy Bass
   While spruce brings crisp highs, the mahogany body adds just enough low-end thump without becoming muddy—a crucial trait when you need your notes to cut through a mix.

3. Speed and Articulation
   Combined with Fenech’s bracing, the density of mahogany means quicker response and tighter note definition, so even rapid pick runs remain articulate.

4. Aesthetic Warmth
   The rich, reddish-brown hues of mahogany come alive under the D75’s Tobacco Burst finish, enhanced by a satin topcoat that feels silky under hand and eye.

Why Flat Pickers Will Love It

Flat picking demands a guitar that can stand up to aggressive attacks without losing nuance. Here’s why the D75-Mahogany is tailor-made for the style:

• Exceptional Note Separation
  Custom bracing ensures each string rings out clearly, so runs and double-stops never blur together.

• Balanced Volume
  You get enough projection for live gigs, yet enough control for delicate passages—flip from powerful off-beat strums to gentle passages without changing instruments.

• Comfortable Neck and Body
  The 45 mm nut width and 20-fret ebony fingerboard offer ample string spacing without feeling bulky. The body contours and shorter scale length keep long sessions fatigue-free.

• On-stage Ready
  Equipped with an LR Baggs Element pickup, the D75 delivers your acoustic tone straight to the PA—no extra mics required, maintaining the guitar’s natural voice even in plugged-in scenarios.

Fenech D75 Mahogany – Features at a Glance

• Top: AAA Grade Solid Sitka Spruce

• Back & Sides: AAA Genuine Mahogany (Swietenia Macrophylla – sustainably sourced)

• Bracing: Custom Fenech soundboard bracing

• Fingerboard & Bridge: Ebony with Pearloid custom crown inlays

• Pickup System: LR Baggs Element (soundhole-mounted)

• Neck: 24.75″ scale, 15″ radius, 45 mm nut width, 20 frets

• Nut & Saddle: Tusq

• Tuners: Gotoh

• Finish: Tobacco Burst with vintage-tinted back and sides, satin finish

• Body Dimensions: Lower Bout – 412 mm | Upper Bout – 293 mm | Depth – 100 mm (neck) to 120 mm (tail)

• Case: Deluxe Fenech Hardcase included

In Stock Now at Colemans Music Melbourne

Australia’s home for high-performance acoustics, Colemans Music is proud to stock the Fenech Vintage D75 Mahogany. Visit us in-store to play one side-by-side with other dreadnoughts, or order online for fast delivery and expert advice. Experience firsthand why the D75 is earning its reputation as the new voice for strummers and flat pickers alike.

Discover the warmth. Embrace the clarity. Ignite your creativity with the Fenech Vintage D75 Mahogany—only at Colemans Music.