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The Iris DF Natural is a slope shoulder dreadnought built for players chasing the dry, warm, and unmistakably vintage acoustic tone that defined the great Depression-era guitars of the 1930s. Designed by Dale Fairbanks and inspired by the legendary Kalamazoo-built acoustics of the mid and late ‘30s, the DF delivers a soulful blend of grit, warmth, punch, and woody resonance that feels instantly familiar from the very first chord.
Built with a solid Sitka spruce top and solid mahogany back and sides, the DF produces a rich and open voice with exceptional midrange character, strong fundamental notes, and a beautifully dry vintage response. Scalloped Adirondack spruce bracing gives the guitar remarkable responsiveness and headroom, allowing it to handle everything from delicate fingerstyle to aggressive flatpicking with ease. It is the kind of acoustic that sounds alive in your hands, resonant, dynamic, and full of personality.
The modified V neck profile adds to the authentic vintage-inspired feel, offering a comfortable and substantial grip that pairs perfectly with the 25” scale length and 1-11/16” nut width. The result is a highly playable slope shoulder dreadnought that feels broken-in and inspiring from the moment you pick it up. The bolt-on mortise and tenon neck joint contributes to stability, resonance, and long-term reliability while maintaining the lightweight responsiveness these guitars are known for.
Finished in an open-pore natural satin nitrocellulose finish, the DF Natural has an organic, understated elegance that perfectly suits its old-world character. Tortoise binding and pickguard, Indian rosewood fingerboard and bar bridge, vintage-style brass open-back tuners, and classic black/white/black purfling complete the timeless aesthetic.
Named after Iris Guitars co-founder Dale Fairbanks, the DF Model captures the spirit of pre-war American acoustic guitars while delivering the consistency and craftsmanship of a finely built modern boutique instrument. Warm, expressive, and deeply musical, the Iris DF Natural is an exceptional choice for singer-songwriters, traditional players, and anyone searching for an authentic vintage-inspired dreadnought experience.
Features:
• Solid Sitka Spruce Top
• Solid Mahogany Back & Sides
• Scalloped Adirondack Spruce Bracing
• Modified V Neck Profile
• Bolt-on Mortise & Tenon Neck Joint
• Indian Rosewood Fingerboard & Bar Bridge
• Open Pore Satin Nitrocellulose Finish
• Vintage Style Brass Open-Back Tuners
• Bone Nut & Saddle
• Includes TKL Hardshell Case
Dimensions:
• Body Length: 20-1/4”
• Total Length: 40-7/8”
• Lower Bout: 16-1/4”
• Upper Bout: 11-1/2”
• Waist: 10-1/8”
• Body Depth: 4-7/8”
