Black Label | Limited Edition | SJ Swiss Moon Purpleheart

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This Small Jumbo Purpleheart is a celebration of a wood unlike any other — visually striking, tonally rich, and full of character.

At its heart is Hozen’s trademark Circle of Flame rosette, crafted in maple and purpleheart, setting the tone for an instrument that is both distinctive and deeply personal in design. The theme continues with a full block purpleheart fingerboard inlay and a purpleheart bridge — the only bridge of its kind — giving this guitar an identity that is both cohesive and unforgettable.

Purpleheart is a remarkable material. Freshly cut, it appears almost brown, understated and quiet. But as it ages and oxidizes, it slowly reveals its true nature, deepening into the rich royal purple that makes it so captivating. In many ways, it is a wood that grows into its beauty.

Its voice is equally special. Known for its exceptional bass response, purpleheart brings depth, authority, and richness to the lower frequencies. Paired with the naturally mid-focused Small Jumbo body shape, it creates a tonal balance that feels full, warm, and powerful. Hozen’s lattice bracing then lifts the upper register, engaging the highs with sweetness, weight, and clarity, resulting in trebles that are both fat and singing.

Only 20 of these instruments were built, making this model a rare union of tonal strength, visual drama, and limited-edition craftsmanship.

This is not just a guitar made from purpleheart. It is a guitar built to reveal everything purpleheart can become.

A wood that begins quietly, then reveals its true color and voice over time — much like the finest instruments themselves.