Shenoy Guitar SGA-010 (The Tree of Life)
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Shenoy Guitars Singapore: Where Craftsmanship Meets Performance
From the house of GRAMMY®-nominated artist, producer, and guitarist Arun Shenoy, Shenoy Guitars (Singapore) proudly presents the SGA-010— a premium 41” cutaway acoustic guitar, now available directly through our website following a successful Kickstarter launch.
Designed for players who demand exceptional tone, craftsmanship, and value, the SGA-010 was created with a simple mission: deliver studio-quality sound at a price that makes a truly inspiring instrument accessible to more musicians.
The response from guitarists around the world exceeded our expectations. Thanks to the support of our Kickstarter backers, the SGA-010 successfully surpassed its funding goal and is now available for musicians everywhere to enjoy. Inspired by that success, we remain committed to offering the same uncompromising build quality, premium materials, and attention to detail that made this guitar a favorite among early supporters.
Every SGA-010 is crafted to inspire—from its all-solid Sitka spruce and African mahogany construction to its signature Tree of Life wood inlay and reinforced laminated neck design. Whether you're performing on stage, recording in the studio, or playing for yourself at home, the SGA-010 delivers a rich, expressive voice that responds to every nuance of your playing.
Included With Every SGA-010
- FREE high-quality lightweight hard case / flight case
- FREE high-quality soft case
- FREE Setup by Singapore master luthier, Jarvis Wong
- Subsidized Door to Door Priority Shipping via DHL (Worldwide)
- Optional LR Baggs pickup with FREE installation
- Certificate of Authenticity
Watch and hear the guitar in action in the video clips below:
The studio recording session video of “Path to The Promized Land” from the 2024 album Destinations by Matthew Shell & Arun Shenoy recorded using the production-grade prototype of the SGA-010
Review of the guitar by master luthier Jarvis Wong recorded with a basic Audio Technica AT2050 and straight to video with no post processing
The sound of the guitar fitted with an LR Baggs HiFi Duet vs recorded with a Neumann TLM103 microphone
Feature Summary
- Designed and Engineered in Singapore, Crafted in China
- Timeless Aesthetic That Stands out on any Stage
- Durable High-Gloss Finish, Premium Feel
- All-solid Spruce and Mahogany Design, a Classic Pairing to Deliver Bright & Warm Tones Alive to Every Playing Nuance
- Expertly Crafted Mahogany Neck with Rosewood Strips for Enhanced Strucural Integrity
- The Tree of Life Wood Inlay, a Signature Detail
- Distinct Bird Beak Headstock Joint where Strength Meets Tradition
- Elegant Abalone and Hardwood Binding, Luxurious Visual Accents while Reinforcing The Guitar’s Edges
- Custom Die Cast Machine Heads, Built For Precision
- Elegant cutaway for Enhanced Upper Fret Access
- Resonant Rosewood Bridge
- Bone Nut & Saddle For Superior Tone Transfer
- Lightweight Hard Case – Included Free
- Subsidized Door to Door Priority Shipping via DHL (Worldwide)
- Free setup by master luthier, Jarvis Wong
- Optional pickup with free installation
Studio Recorded Session with the Shenoy Guitar
Audio Samples Recorded by Session Pro, Sami Turunen in Norway
Review By the Guitar Guru, Jarvis Wong
LR Baggs HiFi Duet Duet vs Neumann TLM103 comparison
41” Cutaway Master Craft High Gloss Finish - A Timeless Aesthetic
Durable high-gloss finish on both body and neck for a timeless aesthetic that stands out on any stage or studio. A non-sticky lacquer for smooth playability with a thin coating preserves the guitar’s natural tone. The elegant cutaway design for enhanced upper fret access making solos and complex chords feel effortless
All Solid American Sitka Spruce & African Mahogany - A Classic Pairing for the Perfect Tonal Balance
A classic pairing of all solid Spruce for the Top Wood and Mahogany for the Tonewood strikes the perfect tonal balance: warmth meets clarity, power meets precision. The Result? A guitar that doesn’t just sound incredible — it feels alive in your hands, with a voice that adapts to your every nuance. Whether you're on stage, in the studio, or playing for yourself, the Shenoy SGA-010 delivers a tone that inspires
Intricate Inlay on Rosewood Fingerboard - A Signature Detail
The rosewood fingerboard features an intricate real wood inlay, inspired by the symbolic “Tree of Life.” This elegant design adds a unique, ornate touch that sets the SGA-010 apart—both visually and spiritually
Reinforced 5-Piece Multi Laminated Neck - Enhanced Structural Integrity
Designed with both beauty and function in mind, this neck features elegant Rosewood reinforcement strips set into solid Mahogany. Beyond its striking visual appeal, this construction enhances structural integrity, offering greater resistance to warping while improving sustain and tonal consistency - a refined solution for players across diverse climates
Durable Bird Beak Headstock Joint - Where Strength Meets Tradition
The Bird Beak headstock joint, also known as the bridle or arrow joint, is a rare and intricate construction that offers superior strength compared to the more common scarf joint. Its angled tenon design not only enhances durability but also provides better protection against headstock breaks from accidental drops or impacts
Elegant Abalone and Hardwood Binding - Luxurious Visual Accents while Reinforcing the Edges
A perfect blend of form and function, our abalone and hardwood binding adds a luxurious visual accent while reinforcing the guitar’s edges. Beyond its beauty, this detail enhances durability and subtly enriches resonance - a finishing touch that looks as good as it sounds
Custom High grade Custom Machine Heads - Built For Precision
The Shenoy SGA-010 features custom high-grade die-cast machine heads with a 15:1 gear ratio, offering smooth, precise tuning and excellent stability. If you've ruled out the usual tuning issues, pgrading your tuners is often the key to consistent intonation. That’s why we’ve made it standard - no compromises, just pro-level tuning accuracy right out of the box
Resonant Rosewood Bridge - A perfect match for a fuller, more expressive sound
When choosing the bridge material, we carefully considered both Ebony and Rosewood. While Ebony offers a slightly brighter, more articulate tone, we selected Rosewood for this model to emphasize warmth, depth, and rich overtones. Its
natural resonance complements the guitar’s tonal character beautifully - making it the perfect match for players seeking a fuller, more expressive sound
Bone Nut & Saddle – For Superior Tone Transfer
The SGA-010 features a bone nut and saddle, chosen for their exceptional density and tonal clarity. Bone is renowned for its ability to enhance string balance, sustain, and articulation, thanks to its efficient energy transfer from string to soundboard
Hardcase Included Free & Subsidized Worldwide Door to Door Priority Shipping with DHL
Every SGA-010 comes with a high-quality, lightweight hard case—included at no extra cost. Designed to protect your guitar on the road or in the air, it ensures your instrument stays safe, secure, and ready to perform wherever you go. We offer subsidized door-to-door delivery anywhere in the world through our trusted partner, DHL Express. Your instrument ships via priority air courier from Singapore, ensuring it arrives quickly, safely, and securely — no matter where you are
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Technical Specifications
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- Model: SGA-010 (The Tree of Life)
- Type: 41’’ Cutaway Master Craft High Gloss Finish
- Top Wood (Soundboard): Solid American Sitka Spruce
- Back and sides (Tonewood): Solid African Mahogany
- Fretboard: Rosewood
- Inlay: Intricate Pattern of Vines, Wood
- Neck: 5 piece Laminated Neck. Mahogany with Rosewood Strips
- Neck Joint: Bird’s Beak
- Machine head: Custom High grade Diecast 15:1 gear ratio
- Binding and Purfling: Abalone and Wood
- Frets: Medium, High oxidation resistance white copper frets
- Fret Count: 20
- Nut and Saddle: Bone
- Scale Length: 25.5"
- Bracing (Top): X Bracing
- Bracing (Back): Ladder
- Nut Width: 43 mm (1 11/16 inches)
- Neck Profile: D
- Strings: Elixir PB 12-53 light coated
- Hard case: Yes (included)
- Electronics (Pickup): Optional LR Baggs
- Designed in Singapore, Crafted in China