Throughout history and religion and mythology, the number 12 has played an important role.

There are  twelve ‘ Jyotirlingas’ (epitome of God Shiva) in Hindu Shaivism. The Twelve Olympians were the principal gods of the pantheon. The chief Norse god,Odin, had 12 sons. The biblical Jacob had 12 sons, who were the progenitors of the Twelve Tribes of Israel. In the King Arthur Legend, Arthur is said to have subdued 12 rebel princes and to have won 12 great battles against Saxon invaders.There are 12 days of Christmas. And last but not least doughnuts are typically sold by the dozen, which of course is 12. (I know that people like to throw off the math with the whole baker’s dozen thing, but that’s for another post).

The point? “What are you driving at here?”, you may be wondering to yourself. The number 12 has proven to be a significant and relevant numerical expression, that to this day continues to be used to express impact, import and achievement. And Guitar Adoptions is proud to add that history by adding it’s own use of the number 12 to the annals of history. We do so humbly of course and by no means wish to compare our achievement with that of Arthur or Odin but we are proud of our accomplishment and want to share that pride with all of you.

Guitar Adoptions, in 2011 is celebrating its 12th anniversary. 12 years of bringing our customers the best equipment, the best prices and what hope to be the best service we can provide.

Now quickly we want to take a moment to thank all of the customers, fans, supporters and family members that helped to make this milestone a reality. And second to thank you for indulging the way to much time reading geeky books, fueled introduction for what we are about to show you. Fear not dear reader we have not lost site of why you read this blog. It’s about the gear, as much as I wish to convince myself it’s about my wit and charm, it’s about the gear and for our 12th anniversary have we got some gear to show you.

To celebrate our 12th year in giving voice to the song that is in all of you, Guitar Adoptions has teamed with Larrivee Guitars to bring to you a trio of guitars, (a number that divides into 12 by the way) that represent the quality and craftsmanship that we put into placing instruments, amps, and tools into the hands of our customers.

Up first, the Larrivee PV-03RE Rosewood Parlor Guitar Adoptions 12th Anniversary Edition.

Satin finish

Rosewood back and sides

All solid wood construction

Single Piece Mahogany Neck (S. American)

Canadian Sitka Spruce Soundboard

African Ebony Fretboard & Bridge

Flamed Canadian Maple Body Binding

Herringbone Rosette

LR Baggs (No cut) IMIX dual source pickup system

Symmetrical X-Bracing

Dovetail Neck Joint

Rounded Headstock with Maple inlaid headstock border and logo

Schaller “Mini” Tuners (18:1 Ratio) with Chrome buttons

Tortoise pick-guard

Ivoroid Fretboard Binding

Silver Microdot Fretboard Inlays

Guitar Adoptions 12th Anniversary Edition label signed by Jean Claude Larrivee

D’addario Medium Gauge Strings

Will Handle Medium Gauge Strings

Limited Lifetime Warranty

Specifications:

Lower Bout: 13.25″

Upper Bout: 9.5″

Waist: 7.75″

Depth: 4.0″

Scale Length: 24″

Nut Width: 1 & 3/4″” (44.3mm or 1.75″)

Fretboard Radius: Compound (17″ to 21″)

2 3/16″ string spacing at the bridge

Setup for Light Gauge Strings

Frets – Nickel/Silver

Frets – Width: 2.5mm (0.0985″)

Frets – Height: 1.0mm (0.0394″)

Gloss Urethane

TUSQ Nut & Saddle

Up next is the Larrivee PV-03E Mahogany Parlor Guitar Adoptions 12th Anniversary Edition. 

Satin finish

Mahogany back and sides

All solid wood construction

Single Piece Mahogany Neck (S. American)

Canadian Sitka Spruce Soundboard

African Ebony Fretboard & Bridge

Flamed Canadian Maple Body Binding

Herringbone Rosette

LR Baggs (No cut) IMIX dual source pickup system

Symmetrical X-Bracing

Dovetail Neck Joint

Rounded Headstock with Maple inlaid headstock border and logo

Schaller “Mini” Tuners (18:1 Ratio) with Chrome buttons

Tortoise pick-guard

Ivoroid Fretboard Binding

Silver Microdot Fretboard Inlays

Guitar Adoptions 12th Anniversary Edition label signed by Jean Claude Larrivee

D’addario Medium Gauge Strings

Will Handle Medium Gauge Strings

Limited Lifetime Warranty

Specifications:

Lower Bout: 13.25″

Upper Bout: 9.5″

Waist: 7.75″

Depth: 4.0″

Scale Length: 24″

Nut Width: 1 & 3/4″” (44.3mm or 1.75″)

Fretboard Radius: Compound (17″ to 21″)

2 3/16″ string spacing at the bridge

Setup for Light Gauge Strings

Frets – Nickel/Silver

Frets – Width: 2.5mm (0.0985″)

Frets – Height: 1.0mm (0.0394″)

Gloss Urethane

TUSQ Nut & Saddle

And finally, my personal favorite, the Larrivee PV-03E All Mahogany Parlor Guitar Adoptions 12th Anniversary Edition.

Satin finish

Mahogany back and sides

All solid wood construction

Single Piece Mahogany Neck (S. American)

Mahogany Soundboard

African Ebony Fretboard & Bridge

Flamed Canadian Maple Body Binding

Herringbone Rosette

LR Baggs (No cut) IMIX dual source pickup system

Symmetrical X-Bracing

Dovetail Neck Joint

Rounded Headstock with Maple inlaid headstock border and logo

Schaller “Mini” Tuners (18:1 Ratio) with Chrome buttons

Tortoise pick-guard

Ivoroid Fretboard Binding

Silver Microdot Fretboard Inlays

Guitar Adoptions 12th Anniversary Edition label signed by Jean Claude Larrivee

D’addario Medium Gauge Strings

Will Handle Medium Gauge Strings

Limited Lifetime Warranty

Specifications:

Lower Bout: 13.25″

Upper Bout: 9.5″

Waist: 7.75″

Depth: 4.0″

Scale Length: 24″

Nut Width: 1 & 3/4″” (44.3mm or 1.75″)

Fretboard Radius: Compound (17″ to 21″)

2 3/16″ string spacing at the bridge

Setup for Light Gauge Strings

Frets – Nickel/Silver

Frets – Width: 2.5mm (0.0985″)

Frets – Height: 1.0mm (0.0394″)

Gloss Urethane

TUSQ Nut & Saddle

It has been 12 wonderful years and we hope these guitars represent who are, and who we will continue to be for the years to come. Thank you!