Jeff Traugott has only made a few of his RJ Jumbo models. This exquisite Brazilian Rosewood and German Spruce Traugott is a full 17″ at the lower bout which means you get huge, warm, round bass to go with the trademark fat and juicy trebles that Jeff is known for. This guitar is remarkable, all of us here at the shop are making sure to enjoy it while it’s with us. It’s just remarkable to have a guitar with such a big voice that is completely clear, accurate and beautiful. There is nothing this one can’t do! Complete with a Calton Flight Case and a Baggs I-Beam pickup system.

This is as far as we know, the only Mahogany Guitar Jeff Traugott has ever built. It was a custom project that Jeff really got into. He was excited to try his hand with this classic wood and did it ever work. This BK, Jeff’s largest body size, really has a cavernous voice with wonderful projection. The bass has the woody and clear Mahogany character and the treble fire as quick as a bullet. All of the Traugott clarity and richness are present but the Mahogany is more immediate and responsive. Great guitar for the player who want the Traugott character but maybe plays more Blues or other styles where quick response is key. A terrific guitar. From Jeff Traugott: “I don’t usually comment on my guitars but with this instrument I felt compelled to say a few words. I love this guitar and wanted to keep it when it was completed! This will be the guitar I make for myself when time allows. There is something very special about it, give it a try, it is calling out to be played and believe me when I say, it won’t let you down whatever your style! Lastly, I don’t have any price difference for woods when ordering a Traugott guitar so the price makes this really worth checking out! Thanks, Jeff Traugott“

I remember seeing William Coulter playing this Traugott BK Guitar on stage the first time and being mesmerized but the extraordinary clarity and beauty of the tone of this Traugott BK. William recorded numerous albums with it including Celtic Sessions, The Crooked Road and Song for our Ancestors. Jeff Traugott crafted this stunning instrument for William using premium figured Koa and his trademark German Spruce top which he voiced to perfection. After years in the hands of a master player like William, this guitar is extremely alive and responsive. It has amazing clarity and articulation and a wonderful history that makes it a very special Traugott guitar.

Here is a rare Jumbo from premier Luthier Jeff Traugott with quite an astonishing voice. All the Traugott clarity and beauty only more of it. Tremendous bass coupled with powerful trebles that are among the most lyrical we know of. Everyone who plays a Traugott in our shop is immediately struck with how unique and special they are. This one features a gorgeous set of Brazilian Rosewood and a silky German Spruce top with just enough bearclaw to give it character. This is a very rare model from one of the most collectible builders out there.

We have had the pleasure of handing many a Traugott to customers in our shop and watching their jaws hit the floor as they realize why Jeff has made such a name for himself. There are very few guitars that possess the clarity, separation and beauty of note that a Traugott does. Every string is tonally substantial and complete, melodies are a joy and leap of the treble strings while the bass is as round and warm as they come. This 00 is a very special both because it’s rare to find this body shape but also because of its amazingly sweet voice. The Brazilian set is outstanding with straight grain and deep red hues and the trademark Traugott German Spruce top has a lovely patina both visually and tonally. Built in 2001 this guitar is now fully alive and shows you what mature Spruce can do. This is indeed a Dream Guitar.

The BK model embodies Jeff’s trademark clarity and balance and adds a bit more bottom end and power. This particular guitar has all the mojo and a voice that takes you away and makes you wonder how Jeff does it. Customers are constantly amazed at just how different Traugott guitars are and how immediately you sense it. There is a reason they are so highly sought after. This is a dead mint version of the most collectible of guitars and it sports an incredible set of Brazilian Rosewood.

Here is a wonderful Jeff Traugott guitar from 1997 in his popular Model R body shape. This beauty is in perfect condition and setup to play with ease. It has a body crafted from Indian Rosewood and is topped with German Spruce, Jeff’s top wood of choice. Traugott Guitars are well known for their stunning clarity and understated beauty. This one is humbly adorned with Jeff’s usual gold purfling and wood rosette. The tone is sumptuous, the kind of voice that takes you away.