Burny (Fernandes) RSA-120C 2003 MIJ
Rare Limited Model / ES-335 Style
Tobacco Burst
Made in Japan
Overview
Brand: Burny (Fernandes)
Model: RSA-120C
Year: 2003
Made in Japan
This is a rare Burny RSA-120C, a limited-production model released only during the summer of 2003.
Produced in extremely small numbers, this guitar is now highly sought after, especially among collectors of MIJ semi-hollow guitars.
Background & Significance
The RSA-120C was designed with strong inspiration from late-1960s ES-335 models, particularly those associated with players like Larry Carlton.
Notable vintage-style features include:
Unlike regular catalog models, the RSA-120C was a limited-run production, likely offered through select dealers rather than standard catalogs.
Specifications
Body: Maple (center block construction)
Neck: Maple
Fingerboard: Rosewood
Scale Length: Approx. 628 mm (24.75")
Nut Width: 43 mm
Pickups: Burny VH-1 (F & R)
Controls: 2 Volume, 2 Tone, 3-way toggle
Tuners: Grover-style / Gotoh-type
Bridge / Tailpiece: TP-6 style (fine tuner equipped)
Finish: Tobacco Burst
Weight: Approx. 3.9 kg
Sound & Playability
The VH-1 pickups are voiced in the tradition of vintage PAF humbuckers, offering:
Combined with the semi-hollow construction, this guitar delivers a balanced, articulate tone with depth and resonance.