A Cutaway “Type-C” -The Eagle- Appears!【Headway Standard Series】

ー -The Eagle- Soaring into a New Era ー

Founded in 1977, Headway, which has been in business for over 45 years, released a “completely new Headway” in 2023 with the intention of moving into a new era.
While retaining the style of Headway’s flagship HD-115 model, the specs and design were completely revised, and the craftsmen of the Aska Team Build team collaborated with Yasuo Momose, founder of Headway, to develop this model from scratch. It is called “The Eagle”.
The concept of “The Eagle”, which has been a symbol of previous Headway models, was used to brush up the design. Inspired by the eagle, the king of the skies, the Headway logo on the headstock has been redesigned to resemble a crown. Momose himself has special feelings for “The Eagle”, which was reconstructed by his apprentices, whom he has nurtured over the course of his craftsmanship career.

A new addition – Type C

The Type C features a compact, easy-to-handle body shape similar to the smaller Type F. However, by slightly increasing the body size compared to the Type F and adjusting the scale length from 628 mm to 645 mm, it achieves a well-balanced overall tone despite being a cutaway model. Like the Type F and Type D, it features a 43 mm nut width, ensuring not only a secure grip when holding the guitar tightly but also optimal playability for fingerstyle players.

The bracing that’s the core of -The Eagle-

Based on the standard bracing used by Momose when Headway was founded, this model features the “Mid Point Shifted X Bracing” system, which was redesigned by custom builders Yasui and Furihata with modern adaptations. Furthermore, by combining this with the “Shallow Scalloped” specification, which involves shallower scalloping of the braces than usual, it achieves both the clear definition of each individual note and a rich, resonant body tone accompanied by deep bass resonance. The well-balanced sound created by these elements, enveloped in harmonics, stays true to the traditional Headway sound while offering a finish that hints at new possibilities. This bracing design is also used in the Type C model, delivering a rich, resonant sound with a wide soundstage despite its compact body.

Retaining the design that symbolizes The Eagle

Crown logo inlay

Inspired by the eagle, the king of the skies, the brand logo features the “Headway Crown Logo”, symbolizing a crown, which shines brilliantly.

The inlay features a reimagined version of the “Eagle”, a motif that Headway has used as its symbol since its founding. It captures a moment of the eagle spreading its wings wide and soaring through the sky, evoking the image of taking flight into a new era.

Fingerboard inlay

The fingerboard features a design depicting eagle feathers in flight. Eagle feathers are said to point the way forward and help propel one into the future; this design symbolizes our hopes for a fresh start, both for Headway and for everyone who holds this instrument in their hands.

Soundhole cover

The Standard Series -The Eagle- features a blue color design for its primary variation, which is a signature of the Series, giving it a refined look.
The soundhole cover helps maintain humidity inside the body and reduces feedback.

Soundhole label

The soundhole label, featuring the sharp gaze of an eagle, is also based on the theme color of “blue,” inspiring a quiet sense of challenge.

Available in two sophisticated color options

CN（Clear Natural）

A signature color that symbolizes The Eagle. With its simple yet high-quality finish, it allows you to fully appreciate the natural beauty of the wood materials.

B-GRD（Blue Gradation）

Featuring a deep gradient that fully showcases the signature “blue” of the Standard Series “The Eagle”, this highly popular color combines a refined aesthetic with a striking presence.

The three body shapes of -The Eagle-

Type C（NEW）

Building on the playability of the Type F, we’ve further optimized the tonal balance by revising the body size, depth, and scale length. This new design achieves a high level of balance between playability and sound, delivering a rich tone despite being a cutaway model.

Type D

It features a substantial body size that delivers a rich, resonant tone and a sense of stability. With a full-bodied sound produced by its robust resonance, it provides powerful support for everything from chord progressions to strumming.

Type F

Its light and compact body makes it exceptionally easy to handle. It’s comfortable to hold and offers excellent responsiveness, making it ideal for fingerstyle playing and expressing subtle nuances.