{"product_id":"hutchins-doodlebug-limited-edition-guitar-light-blue-electric-guitar-used","title":"Hutchins Doodlebug Limited Edition Guitar Light Blue Electric Guitar, (Used)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Hutchins Doodlebug Limited Edition Surf Guitar is one of the most distinctive electric guitars to come out of the UK boutique guitar scene. Designed and built by Sussex-based Hutchins Guitars, the Doodlebug combines vintage surf guitar aesthetics, retro-inspired styling and an incredibly versatile four-pickup configuration that immediately stands out from traditional electric guitar designs. Hutchins Guitars is known for producing unique, handcrafted instruments with a strong retro influence and distinctive visual identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinished in Light Blue with a matching headstock and striking white pearloid pickguard, the Doodlebug was designed to capture the spirit of classic surf, garage rock and psychedelic guitars while offering modern playability and a huge range of tonal options. Its standout feature is the quartet of humbucking pickups, each with its own on\/off switch, allowing players to create an enormous variety of pickup combinations and sounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis pre-owned example is presented in very good condition and offers a rare opportunity to own a genuinely unusual British-built guitar that is guaranteed to attract attention both visually and sonically.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eCondition Overview\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVery Good Condition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis guitar is in very good condition with cosmetic wear consistent with careful ownership and regular use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFully functional and professionally checked prior to sale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWhat's Included?\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Fully Checked \u0026amp; Tested by Fair Deal Music\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✘ No Hard Case Included\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✘ No Gig Bag Included\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eCondition Notes\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery good overall condition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSigns of careful ownership and use\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElectronics functioning correctly\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHardware functioning correctly\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStructurally sound and fully playable\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eFair Deal Quality Control Assessment\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur team has thoroughly inspected and tested this Hutchins Doodlebug to ensure it is fully functional and ready for its next owner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChecks completed include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ All four pickups tested\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Individual pickup switches verified\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Controls checked\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Output jack inspected\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Vibrato system assessed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Neck assessed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Fingerboard inspected\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Frets checked\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Tuners tested\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Hardware verified\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Playability assessed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Overall condition verified\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eService \/ Setup Work\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrior to sale, this guitar has been checked and prepared by our team.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWork completed includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Neck relief checked\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Action checked\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Electronics tested\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Hardware inspected\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Vibrato system checked\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Frets assessed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ General playability evaluated\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Restrung where required\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll pre-owned guitars are set up and checked before leaving the shop. Please note that setup can occasionally shift during delivery due to changes in humidity and temperature, as wood naturally responds to environmental changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWhy Choose The Hutchins Doodlebug?\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFour Humbucking Pickups\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe defining feature of the Doodlebug is its unique four-pickup layout. Each pickup has its own dedicated on\/off switch, allowing an enormous number of pickup combinations and tonal possibilities rarely found on conventional electric guitars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGenuine Boutique British Design\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHutchins Guitars is a UK-based artisan builder known for creating highly individual instruments with strong retro influences and boutique craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDistinctive Surf Guitar Styling\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEverything about the Doodlebug is designed to stand out, from the offset-inspired body shape and matching headstock through to its unique pickup layout and vintage-inspired visual appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHutchins Vibrato System\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe proprietary Hutchins vibrato system gives players expressive pitch control while complementing the guitar's surf-inspired personality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMassive Tonal Flexibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe switching system allows players to move between bright vintage-style sounds, thicker humbucking tones and unusual pickup combinations that simply aren't available on traditional guitars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRare And Uncommon Instrument\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDoodlebug models appear relatively infrequently on the used market, making them appealing to players who want something genuinely different from mainstream production guitars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWhy Buy Pre-Owned?\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuying pre-owned often provides access to boutique and limited-production instruments that are difficult to source new.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBenefits include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBetter value for money\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReduced depreciation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAccess to rare and unusual models\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProfessionally checked before sale\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore character and individuality\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSustainable alternative to buying new\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eComparison Against Popular Alternatives\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHutchins Doodlebug vs Eastwood Airline\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth guitars embrace retro styling and unusual designs, but the Doodlebug offers significantly greater pickup switching flexibility thanks to its four-pickup layout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHutchins Doodlebug vs Reverend Jetstream\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Reverend focuses on modern versatility and refinement, while the Doodlebug leans heavily into boutique individuality and vintage-inspired aesthetics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHutchins Doodlebug vs Gretsch Electromatic\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGretsch guitars deliver classic retro styling and Filter'Tron-inspired sounds, while the Doodlebug offers a far more unconventional pickup configuration and visual identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHutchins Doodlebug vs Fender Jaguar\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth appeal to players seeking alternative styling and offset-inspired designs, though the Doodlebug's four-pickup system provides a completely different tonal experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWho Is It For?\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBeginners\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable for adventurous beginners looking for something truly unique and inspiring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIntermediate Players\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA fantastic choice for players seeking a guitar that offers sounds and styling beyond the mainstream.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProfessional Players\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for recording musicians, collectors and gigging players who want a distinctive instrument capable of standing out in a mix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eParticularly Recommended For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSurf guitarists\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIndie musicians\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGarage rock players\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlternative musicians\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePsychedelic rock players\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecording artists\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollectors\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoutique guitar enthusiasts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWhat Makes A Four-Pickup Guitar Special?\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost electric guitars feature between one and three pickups. The Doodlebug's four-pickup design dramatically expands the number of available sounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBenefits include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreater tonal variety\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnusual pickup combinations\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpanded creative possibilities\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnique recording sounds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncreased versatility\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDistinctive sonic character\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor players who enjoy experimenting with tone and creating sounds that stand apart from traditional guitar voices, a four-pickup guitar offers a huge range of possibilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eProduct Story \/ Context\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHutchins Guitars was founded by British luthier Andy Hutchins and quickly developed a reputation for creating unique, handcrafted instruments inspired by vintage American, British and Japanese designs. The Doodlebug became one of the company's most recognisable models thanks to its combination of surf guitar aesthetics, boutique construction and highly unconventional electronics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its four humbuckers, individual switching system and proprietary vibrato design, the Doodlebug was created for players who wanted something genuinely different from the traditional Stratocaster, Telecaster or Les Paul formula.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHutchins Doodlebug Limited Edition Surf Guitar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLight Blue\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSolid Body Electric Guitar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBody Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAlder\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNeck Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaple\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFingerboard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRosewood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePickup Configuration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 Humbuckers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePickup Switching\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIndividual On\/Off Switching\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVibrato System\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHutchins Vibrato\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eElectronics\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePassive\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrientation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRight-Handed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCountry of Manufacture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnited Kingdom\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCondition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVery Good\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpecifications based on documented Doodlebug examples and published model information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003ePower Requirements\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot applicable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a passive electric guitar and does not require batteries or external power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003ePairs Perfectly With\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSurf-style spring reverb pedal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVintage-voiced valve amplifier\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDelay pedal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFuzz pedal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstrument cable\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGuitar stand\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClip-on tuner\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePremium guitar strap\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecording interface\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSelected pre-owned amplifiers and effects pedals\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWhy Buy From Fair Deal Music?\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFair Deal Music is a family-run independent music retailer founded in 1987 and Birmingham's largest independent music store.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith over 6,000 Excellent Trustpilot reviews, knowledgeable musicians available by phone, online and in-store, fast UK delivery and secure online ordering, we help musicians find the right gear with confidence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Birmingham showroom features a huge range of new and pre-owned instruments, amplifiers and accessories, while our specialist pre-owned department helps musicians buy, sell and trade unique and hard-to-find equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're searching for a boutique British guitar, a recording workhorse or an instrument that stands apart from the crowd, our experienced team can help you find the perfect fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes the Hutchins Doodlebug unusual?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts four humbucking pickups with individual on\/off switches create a huge range of tonal combinations that are rarely found on traditional electric guitars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the Doodlebug suitable for surf music?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The guitar was specifically inspired by surf and retro guitar designs and features a dedicated vibrato system well suited to the genre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat styles of music does it suit?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt works exceptionally well for surf, indie, garage rock, psychedelic rock, alternative music and recording applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this a boutique guitar?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Hutchins is a small British builder known for artisan-built instruments and distinctive designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAre Hutchins guitars common?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Production numbers are relatively small, making them far less common than mainstream production guitars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it suitable for recording?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbsolutely. The extensive pickup switching options provide a huge range of unique tones for studio use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does it compare to a Fender Jaguar?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth appeal to alternative-minded players, but the Doodlebug offers a far more unusual electronics layout and visual design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I try it in-store?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. 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