Chapman Stick

Collector’s Provenance Certificate

Chapman Stick – Serial No. 545

Instrument Type:

Chapman Stick (Traditional 10-String)

Maker:

Stick Enterprises – Los Angeles, California, USA

Serial Number:

545

Production Era:

Early 1990s

Model:

Traditional Stick (Original 10-String Configuration)

Wood:

White Oak

Finish:

Natural

Pickup System:

Stickup (Passive) – Era Correct

Neck Adjustment:

Back-Mounted Truss/Relief Adjustment

Logo/Branding:

Classic Touchboard Logo

Accessories Included:

• Original Hard Case
• Original Strap
• Original Tools (Setup/Adjustment Kit)

Condition:

As New / Mint Vintage Condition – exceptionally preserved with no visible wear, damage, or modifications.

Historical Significance

This instrument, serial number 545, was hand-built by Stick Enterprises during the early 1990s, a period widely regarded as one of the most influential phases in Emmett Chapman's production history. Sticks from this serial range feature matured versions of the classic aluminum-rail fingerboard system, stable hardwood construction, and the respected Stickup passive pickup module.

White Oak construction was produced in limited numbers, making this a rare wood variant within early-1990s Stick production. The presence of the Touchboard logo further situates the instrument in a desirable and collectible era.

Provenance Summary

This Chapman Stick has remained in exceptional, near-factory condition for more than three decades. It retains all original parts, hardware, finish, case, tools, and strap exactly as supplied by Stick Enterprises. There have been no upgrades, alterations, refinishing, or structural changes.

Its completeness and condition place it in the upper tier of surviving early-1990s Stick instruments, appealing strongly to both players and collectors.

Estimated Collector Value (as of 2025)

USD:

$3,500 – $4,200

CAD:

$4,700 – $5,700

Higher values may be realized in premium collector markets due to rarity and pristine condition.

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