4 June 2024
Vision to Reality Crafting Unique Masterpieces with Falch Guitars and Shaun Holton
Superior Timber Coatings is proud to supply premium timber coatings while offering bespoke support and technical advice for specialized projects. Our expertise spans across various sectors, working with architects, builders, carpenters, furniture makers, kitchen builders, and more. Recently, we had the pleasure of collaborating with Rik Falch from Falch Guitars on a unique and exciting project.
A Unique Collaboration
Falch Guitars is lead by Rik Falch, an engineer and custom guitar builder. He reached out to us with a custom request for a special guitar he was building for Shaun Holton. Shaun, a well-known Adelaide musician, is celebrated for his work in various musical projects such as Projected Twin. He is also a prominent figure on Singit Live, an online platform that showcases live performances of the world’s greatest songs. Additionally, Shaun made a memorable appearance on The Voice, Season 10, where he performed alongside Keith Urban (watch the performance here).
The Guitar’s Unique Features
For this project, Shaun envisioned a standout guitar that would be both visually stunning and sonically versatile. Rik Falch expertly crafted a Strat-style guitar with a unique 10-way switch, enhancing its tonal range. The guitar’s body was constructed from Oregon, also known as Douglas Fir, which offers remarkable sustain while remaining lightweight.
ILVA, The Perfect Finish
Once the guitar was built, Superior Timber Coatings was called upon to provide a durable, high-quality finish. Shaun had the opportunity to choose from thousands of colors, ultimately selecting a distinctive purple. To achieve the desired finish, we supplied a polyurethane 2-pack from the Ilva range. This premium coating is known for its durability, exceptional color clarity, and luxurious feel.
IDEA TO REALISATION
The collaboration resulted in a guitar that is not only a standout visually but also a testament to the craftsmanship of Rik Falch and the quality of Ilva coatings. Shaun Holton now has a unique instrument that complements his excepional talent, ensuring that his performances are as striking visually as they are musically. At Superior Timber Coatings, we are honored to have played a part in this project and look forward to many more creative collaborations in the future.
