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1998 Santa Cruz H Indian/Sitka
This is a great example of the famous Santa Cruz H in a 12-fret, short scale, slothead custom sunburst design. The shorter scale length makes it a joy to play and it looks as cool as any vintage guitar you’ll find. The tone from the Rosewood/Spruce body is killer, it’s strong and clear, very fundamental with fewer overtones, so it’s great for Blues and Rags, music that requires clarity between the strings. This one being 10 years old makes it far better than new, as it’s open and alive, and it’s been kept in perfect condition.
SOLD Read moreScale Length 24.75 in Nut Width 1.69 in String Spacing 2.19 in Woods Spruce - Sitka, Rosewood - Indian Add to Compare2003 Santa Cruz OM/PW Mahogany/Sitka
From the Santa Cruz Guitars Website: “The advanced X braces, which is the bracing pattern “Pre-War” refers to, is a good tonal option for those using the guitar for smaller accompaniment or rhythm. This style bracing gives the smaller bodied OM an incredible presence and bass response, yet retains a good balance with strong midrange and bright powerful response.” We couldn’t agree more, this is a killer pre-war style OM.
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.19 in Woods Spruce - Sitka, Mahogany Add to Compare2000 Santa Cruz 00 Indian/Sitka
From the Santa Cruz website: “The 12-fret OO is in many ways a smaller version of the 12-fret OOO. The OO’s scale is 24-7/8″ and the body size is close to that of a classical guitar. The short scale of this model lends a sweet and light quality to the tone. The OO is further differentiated by its unique rectangular bridge. This model is ideal for players seeking a warm and intimate tone.” This particular 00 has very strong, open voice and plays with ease thanks to the short scale. With its slotted headstock and full bindings on the body, neck and headstock, this is one very pretty guitar. Great for Old Time, Blue, Rags and Celtic.
SOLD Read moreScale Length 24.75 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.19 in Woods Spruce - Sitka, Rosewood - Indian Add to Compare2006 Santa Cruz 0 Koa/Adirondack Red
This is a stunning Koa 000 from SC that is completely counter-intuitive. Being Koa and Adirondack you might think this would be a bright guitar, but actually is very warm with full bass. The slightly deeper body, short scale and light build give this guitar a wonderfully refreshing voice. The wider spacing suits fingerstyle very well and the cutaway let’s you get up into the mandolin zone. A pretty one with a lush voice.
SOLD Read moreScale Length 24.75 in Nut Width 1.81 in String Spacing 2.31 in Woods Spruce - Adirondack (Red), Koa Add to Compare2000 Santa Cruz OM Custom Indian/German
The custom feature of this Santa Cruz guitar is the German Spruce top. German Spruce is known for its great precision and ample power. Here on this traditional style OM guitar it really works, whether you play Blues or Celtic you’ll appreciate its ability to be sweet or nasty as required. The German top is paired with Indian Rosewood and the body, neck and headstock are all beautifully bound in traditional Ivoroid. The condition is perfect as is the playability.
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.19 in Woods Spruce - German, Rosewood - Indian Add to Compare2004 Santa Cruz PJ Indian/Cedar
Descriptive Text From Santa Cruz: “The PJ model is not designed as a miniature or travel guitar, despite its size. At one time there were many “parlor guitars,” but larger, louder instruments took center stage. The PJ incorporates contemporary design techniques, including optimized bracing and top construction so that the sound is exceptionally balanced. The sides and back are Indian rosewood, with a red cedar top. Don’t let its small size fool you–the PJ is truly a sophisticated guitar, perfect for intimate settings and recording.” We couldn’t agree more. This little guitar is very strong, loud and balanced with much more bass than you would think possible. This would be a perfect lean-over guitar, that’s one you can ‘lean over and grab’ all day long.
SOLD Read moreScale Length 24.75 in Nut Width 1.81 in String Spacing 2.25 in Woods Cedar, Rosewood - Indian Add to Compare2007 Santa Cruz OM-PW Indian/Red Cedar
This is a unique Santa Cruz OM/PW in that it was custom made for Gryphon Guitars with some very old Red Cedar from legendary Luthier Frank Ford’s supply of this fine wood. This is a very lightweight OM that is deeply resonant and perfectly suited to fingerstyle music. The voice is very clear and sweet with a big, open Cedar voice. Many players mistakenly feel Cedar is not powerful, but that’s a myth and this guitar is proof. This one has tons of headroom and is downright loud. This is not only a unique but a very special Santa Cruz OM, the pre-war bracing and the rare Red Cedar make it so.
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.19 in Woods Cedar - Red, Rosewood - Indian Add to Compare2005 Santa Cruz H13 Koa, figured/Adirondack Red
From the Santa Cruz Website: “With its player-driven design that has 13 frets clear of the body, plus special soundhole and bridge locations, Santa Cruz Guitar Company’s H 13 Fret joins the SCGC H lineup with a sweet tone that capitalizes upon the best attributes of a 12-fret’s resonance and a 14-fret’s access. As a result, it’s ideally suited to fingerpicking, coaxing the sonic character of each note while projecting an overall tonal depth. Despite its small appearance, the H 13 Fret employs a body depth approaching that of a much larger dreadnought-sized guitar, producing extra volume and bass support to bolster its rich tone. Its comfortable size and complex tonal characteristics make it especially appealing to traditional players, soloists, and recording artists who demand maximum warmth and tonal versatility.” We agree, this guitar is strong and has great character. It’s great fun to play as well and the Koa is stunning.
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.38 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.19 in Woods Spruce - Adirondack (Red), Koa Add to Compare2007 Santa Cruz RS Mahogany/European
The RS is Santa Cruz’s version of the wonderful Gibson Roy Smeck 12 Fret Slope D with wide a fingerboard making it ideal for the player who wants to both flatpick and fingerpick. The bracing is extra stiff spruce that is double tapered so the guitar is extremely ‘alive’. This wants to jump off your lap. We love the vintage sunburst European top, it’s beautiful and powerful. This is a wonderful Mahogany dread that’s versatile and has modern stability and quality. It’s in excellent condition and includes an Ameritage humidity controlled case.
SOLD Read moreScale Length 24.75 in Nut Width 1.81 in String Spacing 2.31 in Woods Spruce - European, Mahogany Add to Compare2004 Santa Cruz D Cocobolo/Sitka
This is a very special Santa Cruz Dreadnought, a sweetheart 12 fretter made for the 2004 NAMM show as a Luthier Series custom and signed by Luthier Eric Poulsen (now an independent luthier) and Joseph K. It was originally owned by Nashville musician Dan Kelly. It is crafted from rich and powerful Cocobolo Rosewood and topped with Sitka Spruce for power and a rich tone. The 12 fret design puts the bridge in the sweet spot where it can shake the whole top efficiently. We find this one can go from bluegrass cannon to fingerstyle gem in a flash. This D has been played enough to be wide open and sounding alive. There is also a John Pearse armrest for comfort or it can be easily removed if you prefer.
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.38 in Nut Width 1.69 in String Spacing 2.19 in Woods Spruce - Sitka, Rosewood - Cocobolo Add to Compare1993 Santa Cruz Tony Rice Indian/Sitka
Tony Rice is arguably the finest bluegrass picker the world has seen and for him to put his name on a guitar you know it’s special. The Tony Rice model from Santa Cruz Guitars is a powerhouse dreadnought design and this one really projects. The bass is huge and the trebles shoot across the room. The tone has a lot of character as well and like Tony it can handle multiple genres of music.
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.69 in String Spacing 2.19 in Woods Spruce - Sitka, Rosewood - Indian Add to Compare1988 Santa Cruz H-50 Brazilian/Adirondack Red
This one-of-a-kind guitar was commissioned by a collector fond of early Santa Cruz instruments. It features custom inlays by the now famous Larry Robinson, done completely by hand. The detail on the inlaid Butterflies is nothing short of amazing. Also featured is some of the nicest Brazilian you’ll find on any SC and Adirondack to top it off. The tone is strong, sweet reminiscent of prewar Martin small bodies. Warm bass and treble strings that are pure and fat.
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.81 in String Spacing 2.19 in Woods Spruce - Adirondack (Red), Rosewood - Brazilian
Richard Hoover began building guitars and carved-top mandolins in 1972. By 1976 his focus was on the modern steel string guitar. The task of becoming a master at all aspects of guitar making is a lifelong pursuit, and Richard has patiently refined his craftsmanship and knowledge as his company has grown. It was and is Richard’s intent to translate his skills and sensitivities as an individual builder to an exceptional team of craftspeople, each of whom could become an expert in their specialty. Richard’s style of allowing his craftspeople to interpret his vision has propelled Santa Cruz Guitar Company to the forefront of modern guitar making.Each Santa Cruz guitar receives an extraordinary amount of individual attention due to our “bench style” of building, which necessitates that each worker not only perform his own specialty, but also review the work of those who have completed stages before him. Over half of all the instruments that we build are custom orders, reflecting to a high degree the personality and unique playing needs of the buyer. Every guitar top is graduated and tuned by hand to attain maximum resonance and sustain, ensuring a high level of consistency of sound within each standard model line as well as the ability for custom voicing. The balance, tone, volume, and response of a Santa Cruz guitar are established before the guitar is strung. By limiting the number of instruments built, we can practice a style of lutherie born from a genuine love of the guitar, as opposed to a production line approach that might favor greater numbers at the expense of our attention to detail.We believe that our approach ensures that every Santa Cruz guitar is exceptional. Our intent is to create a uniquely sophisticated instrument that will inspire and challenge its owner throughout a lifetime.