"I made my first guitar when I was seven. I worked on it for weeks and weeks. In the end, it wasn’t really a guitar. It was a guitar-shaped object. I watched it explode into pieces when I tried to tighten up the strings. But the experience sparked an interest that grew into a lifelong passion."
~ Andy Powers
Andy Powers, renowned for his innovations at Taylor Guitars - particularly the acclaimed V-Class bracing design - has a deep connection to electric guitars, both as a player and designer.
Though best known for his work in acoustics, Andy’s extensive experience with vintage electrics and his gigging background have greatly influenced his approach to guitar design.
His first electric model, the Powers Electric A-Type, reflects not only his passion for vintage guitars but also his upbringing in San Diego’s vibrant surf, skate, car, and music culture.
Original Design
The body is slim, hollow and fully enclosed. Inside, it contains two soundposts, similar to the soundpost in a violin, that allow the front and back to move together, increasing resonance and sustain while reducing feedback.
Asymmetrical Fingerboard
An asymmetrical fingerboard radius - which is slightly flatter on the treble side - makes for easy and better sounding string bends.
In-House Made Pickups
The PF42, “partial Faraday” pickup, creates a firmer, brighter sound and visually features matching pearloid pickguard material.
The FF42 are warm, full sounding and use a “full Faraday” cage made with 42-gauge wire. Visually, it’s engine turned on top, reminiscent of hot rod detailing.
Knobs & Tremolo Tip
Shop-crafted in-house from layers of surfboard resin, which originally was a byproduct of the surfboard glassing process. Because of this, no two resin knobs look exactly alike.
2 Bridge Types
Cam-tail: Ever played a chord and had it stay in tune while depressing the tremolo bar? Now you can with the Powers Camtail Tremolo and High-Carbon Steel Bridge w/Delrin Saddle.
Hardtail: Not big into using tremolo bars? Not to worry, the A-Type also comes in a hardtail version.
Custom Leather Softshell Case
The custom leather case draws inspiration from Porsche car interiors. It's safe to say, this is one of the nicest gig bags we've ever seen.
