Unveiling the Art of SmoothTalker™ Guitars

A revolutionary design, masterfully crafted for the melodic player. Experience unparalleled treble, clarity, and a unique playability with SmoothTalker™ Guitars.

Jonathan Butler performing on a Mervyn Davis Guitars SmoothTalker SNJ 1
Jonathan Butler performing on a Mervyn Davis Guitars SmoothTalker SNJ 1
Jonathan Butler performing on a Mervyn Davis Guitars SmoothTalker SNJ 1

Distinctive Sound Features

Designed over two decades ago by renowned luthier Mervyn Davis, SmoothTalker™ guitars have been created to redefine the sound in the upper neck region.

With a smaller soundboard and reduced sound box volume, it delivers bass clarity even at high plugged-in volumes, making its mark on global stages.


Direct Acoustic Loudness
Experience the sound projecting straight from the face of the guitar.

Treble Mastery
Unmatched volume in trebles, especially above the 12th fret.

Note Clarity
Perfect for intricate harmonies and extended chords, ensuring high-definition note separation.

Anti-feedback Design
Play at amplified volumes without worries, even among solid body guitars.

Powerful Bass
Enjoy a strong, clear amplified bass response without overwhelming boominess.

Evolution of the Smoothtalker

Ergonomic Shape, Playability & Maintenance

Designed keeping playability, sound, and ergonomics at the forefront, SmoothTalker™ guitars mirror the classical guitar shape.

The solid upper half is essential for positioning, maintaining the principle where form seamlessly follows function.

Fret Access
Easy access up to the 22nd fret.

Low Action Setup
The responsive sound box enhances playability, making soft playing sound even better.

Adjustability
The neck set is adjustable at the tail, allowing action maintenance without bridge saddle height disturbance.

Balanced Bridge Design
Maintains pressure equilibrium, leaving the soundboard unstressed.

Modular Approach
The back can be removed without loosening the strings, facilitating easy maintenance and repairs.

SmoothTalker™ OM

The unique SmoothTalker™ OM, a modified yet authentic reflection of the original design, offers:

  • Unhindered top fret access

  • No need to remove strings for neck set adjustability

  • Amplified play without feedback concerns

  • Clear acoustic sound and persistent treble response above the 12th fret

  • Bridge adjustability for perfect tonal balance

  • Removable back and neck due to its modular design

Mervyn Davis Guitars SmoothTalker™ OM
Mervyn Davis Guitars SmoothTalker™ OM
Mervyn Davis Guitars SmoothTalker™ Custom
Mervyn Davis Guitars SmoothTalker™ Custom

SmoothTalker™ Custom Options & Specs

SmoothTalker™ Custom
Options & Specs

SmoothTalker™ Custom
Options & Specs

Tonewoods
Tops crafted with AAA grade Engelmann Spruce, body & necks with African Kiaat, and fingerboards with Ebony.

Scale Length & Neck Dimensions
640mm standard scale length with specific dimensions for steel string and nylon models.

Hardware
Featuring Gotoh machine heads and LR Baggs EAS pickups.

Customization
From neck dimensions to tonewood options, we offer extensive customization, including Baritones, Basses, Mandolins, and more. Left-hand models available upon request.

SmoothTalker™ SNC 2

Concert Series Nylon String Guitar

  • This model is slightly larger than a standard Classical Guitar

  • 640 mm Scale Length

  • 52mm Nut

  • 60mm String spacing at bridge

  • 20 Frets

  • LR Baggs EAS Pickup

Mervyn Davis Guitars SmoothTalker™ SNC 2
Mervyn Davis Guitars SmoothTalker™ SNC 2
SmoothTalker™ SSC 2
SmoothTalker™ SSC 2

SmoothTalker™ SSC 2

Concert Series Steel String Guitar

This model is slightly larger than a standard Classical Guitar

  • 640 mm Scale Length

  • 44mm Nut

  • 55mm String spacing at bridge

  • 20 Frets

  • LR Baggs EAS Pickup

  • This model is slightly larger than a standard Classical Guitar

  • 640 mm Scale Length

  • 44mm Nut

  • 55mm String spacing at bridge

  • 20 Frets

  • LR Baggs EAS Pickup

  • This model is slightly larger than a standard Classical Guitar

  • 640 mm Scale Length

  • 44mm Nut

  • 55mm String spacing at bridge

  • 20 Frets

  • LR Baggs EAS Pickup

SmoothTalker™ SSJ !
SmoothTalker™ SSJ !

SmoothTalker™ SSJ 1

Jazz Series Steel String Guitar

  • This model has the same size as a standard Classical Guitar

  • 640 mm Scale Length

  • 44mm Nut

  • 55mm String spacing at bridge

  • 22 Frets

  • L R Baggs EAS Pickup

Contact

Mervyn Davis
info@mervyndavisguitars.com
+27 64 904 7630

© 2024 Mervyn Davis Guitars

© 2024 Mervyn Davis Guitars

© 2024 Mervyn Davis Guitars