H. Jimenez LBQ1 El Esta'ndar Bajo Quinto - Solid Spruce Top | No Limit Guitar Co, Idaho Falls
Introduction
The H. Jimenez LBQ1 El Esta'ndar Bajo Quinto delivers authentic Mexican musical tradition with exceptional craftsmanship and tonal versatility. This professional-grade bajo quinto features a resonant solid spruce top paired with mahogany back and sides, producing warm, rich tones with excellent projection. Perfect for both traditional mariachi ensembles and contemporary performers seeking distinctive Latin textures.
Product Overview
The LBQ1 El Esta'ndar showcases premium construction with its solid spruce top that offers excellent resonance and dynamic range, complemented by select mahogany back and sides that provide warmth and sustain. The cutaway design allows extended fretboard access, while elegant wood marquetry enhances its visual appeal without the use of mica inlays, offering a more traditional aesthetic.
The comfortable mahogany neck features a smooth profile and walnut fingerboard, ensuring effortless playability across all 21 frets with consistent intonation throughout the 25.59" scale length. The adjustable truss rod allows for precise neck relief adjustments, maintaining optimal playability in various climates and playing conditions.
The signature H. Jimenez "Thunderwing"™ bridge system allows precise saddle adjustments for optimal action and intonation, while the true bone nut and saddle maximize string vibration and sustain. Premium plank-style chrome tuning machines with white buttons maintain reliable tuning stability, even during extended playing sessions.
Ideal For
- Traditional Mexican music performers seeking authentic bajo quinto tone and playability
- Professional studio musicians requiring exceptional recording quality for Latin and Tex-Mex projects
- Ensemble players needing powerful projection to complement accordion and guitar arrangements
- Versatile musicians expanding their sonic palette with distinctive 10-string textures
- Serious enthusiasts of Latin American instruments demanding professional-grade construction and tone
Key Features
Solid Spruce Top Construction
The premium solid spruce top provides exceptional tonal clarity and dynamic response, allowing the instrument to project effectively in ensemble settings while maintaining articulation across all ten strings.
Comfortable Cutaway Design
The elegant cutaway body shape enables unrestricted access to upper frets while preserving the traditional bajo quinto aesthetic and balanced acoustic properties.
"Thunderwing" Bridge System
H. Jimenez's proprietary bridge design facilitates precise saddle height adjustments, ensuring optimal string action and intonation across the entire fretboard.
True Bone Nut and Saddle
Meticulously crafted bone components maximize string vibration transfer to the soundboard, enhancing sustain, harmonic content, and overall tonal character.
Traditional Aesthetics with Clean Design
Beautiful wood marquetry honors traditional bajo quinto craftsmanship without mica inlays, creating a clean, elegant appearance while modern manufacturing techniques ensure consistent quality and playability.
What's Included
- H. Jimenez LBQ1 El Esta'ndar Bajo Quinto
- Custom-fitted padded gig bag
- Manufacturer's lifetime warranty
- Free standard shipping
- Ask us about our setup service and string options
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Body Type | Bajo Quinto with Cutaway |
| Top | Solid Spruce |
| Back and Sides | Mahogany |
| Bracing | H. Jimenez bajo brace pattern / spruce |
| Body Finish | Gloss polyurethane |
| Neck | Mahogany (Indonesian Nato) |
| Neck Profile | Comfortable profile with adjustable truss rod |
| Fingerboard | Walnut |
| Nut Width | 1-7/8" (47.63 mm) |
| Scale Length | 25.59" (650 mm) |
| Frets | 21 |
| Tuning Machines | Plank style Chrome with white buttons |
| Bridge | H. Jimenez "Thunderwing"™ |
| Saddle and Nut | Bone |
| Number of Strings | 10 |
| Decorative Features | Wood marquetry (no mica inlays) |
| Case | Padded gig bag included |
| Strings | D'Addario J-85 |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Warranty | Lifetime |
Experience This Bajo Quinto Today
Visit No Limit Guitar Co in Idaho Falls to experience the exceptional craftsmanship and rich tone of the H. Jimenez LBQ1 El Esta'ndar Bajo Quinto. Our knowledgeable staff can demonstrate this remarkable instrument and help you explore its versatile sound. Contact us today to check availability or schedule a personal demonstration.
