TOD100N

We end July in the knowledge that the TOD model moves one up to become the TOD100. The guitar has an immediate visual impact with the exposed layers at the elbow rest area. This finish is referred to as the natural high (gloss).

This rather pale version is called the toasted marshmallow (matte). Visual distractions aside, it's good to know that the TOD100 feature a solid body. The natural high version sports a solid spruce top while this pale beast has a flame maple top. Both versions have solid okume backs & sides.

One of the new feature highlights for this TOD version is the smoother neck-to-body joint. It's especially useful for those who venture up the upper fret area.

The other note worthy revision - double hole bridge. This offers a tighter grip but a little fiddly which I discovered while dealing with the AUP10N. I'm just happy to see the TOD100 moving a tier up in terms of features as opposed to being another obligatory signature adventure.

Pics: Ibanez