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2019 Michel Belair “Hommage a Daniel Friederich,” Indian Rosewood/Cedar

Canada’s Michel Belair has rendered a faithful homage to one of Classical Lutherie’s late masters, Daniel Friederich, with this model from 2019. Belair, a professional musician in addition to being a builder, has owned two Friederichs, #557 and #763, the latter of which was used as the basis for this Hommage model. Belair was able to use Friederich’s personal notes from that build in order to dial in every aspect of the build, from the density and deflection of the Cedar top (with matching grain and coloration to the original) to the interior side laminations of Mahogany (Rosewood outside) and Rodgers tuners. The result is phenomenal. The instrument sings; clarity across all the registers, with a powerful and balanced bass response that pairs well with sweet, articulate trebles.

Other keywords: classical guitar, classical, nylon string, luthier, lutherie, fingerstyle, marquetry, handmade, 137, canadian, french polish, steve newbrough, andy jurik

Additional performance by Steve Newbrough: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VLow4fGvEyk

July 4, 2023/by Billy Presnell

2020 Walter Verreydt, Brazilian Rosewood/European Spruce

Classical Guitars, Guitars, Instruments, Nylon String Guitars Verreydt, Walter

Belgian luthier Walter Verreydt has been a mainstay in the world of lutherie for decades, teaching at the Centrum voor Muziekinstrumentenbouw in Belgium since 1988. We’re grateful for the opportunity to offer this 2020 Premium model outfitted with top shelf tonewoods and intricate marquetry. Gorgeous Brazilian Rosewood back and sides (with contrasting black silk lines and chocolate browns); European Spruce on top adorned with diamond purflings and an exquisitely detailed rosette; lattice bracing and elegant Scheller tuners. French Polished throughout to let these woods shine. The voice is characterized by a smoothness and balance across the registers that really lets chords ring out with clarity and definition. The bass register has a lively, focused nature with loots of projection, and pairs up sweetly with a crisp top end.

Other keywords: classical guitar, classical, nylon string, luthier, lutherie, fingerstyle, marquetry, handmade, french polished, steve newbrough, andy jurik, siccas, hiscox, 270

July 4, 2023/by

2021 Redgate Ana Vidovic Model, Ziricote/German Spruce

Classical Guitars, Guitars, Instruments, Nylon String Guitars Redgate

Jim Redgate’s collaboration with Ana Vidovic has led to one of our favorite classicals to pass through the shop in a long, long time. This is an example of when power plays perfectly alongside poise and elegance. We love the smooth, rich quality that the bass register lends to the voice, and the fact that it blends so easily with the mids and top end. Projection is flawless and crystal; a true concert hall instrument. But this Redgate doesn’t suffer a brittle or harsh tone in order to achieve that volume. Jim manages to coax out balance and power in equal measure.
The back and sides are dramatically figured Ziricote (also at the headplate), and this Ana Vidovic Model features a Spruce double top with lattice bracing and a satin finish for maximum resonance. Elsewhere the guitar is finished to a glossy sheen. An armrest protects the top from the player’s arm, and a slightly elevated fingerboard allows easier access to the topmost frets. This entire operation weighs under four pounds. It’s a lifetime guitar from one of our modern masters.

 Other keywords: australia, smallman, lutherie, luthier, classical guitar, nylon string, hiscox, reigate guitars, gotoh, 482

July 4, 2023/by

2019 Kris Barnett, Gabon Ebony/Cedar

Classical Guitars, Guitars, Instruments, Nylon String Guitars Barnett, Kris

This is our first Kris Barnett, here from 2019, and we hope it won’t be our last. Such a beauty. Gabon Ebony body with Cedar on top (itself partially ‘bent’ and paired with an elevated fingerboard for easy playability); Spanish Cedar neck; resonant French Polishing throughout; and modern features like a two-way adjustable truss rod and bolt on neck! It’s refreshing to see contemporary designs like these cropping up in the nylon string world, offering new ways to contribute to, and elevate, the Classical repertoire.

Other keywords: lutherie, luthier, guitarbuilding, Germany, rubner, 2-way, 115

July 4, 2023/by

2015 McPherson M.G.-4.0 XP, Beeswing Mahogany/Adirondack Spruce

Flattop, Guitars, Instruments, Steel String Guitars McPherson Guitars

Versatility is the name of the game with this 2015 M.G.-4.0 XP in your hands. Dramatically figured Beeswing Mahogany pairs here with Adirondack Spruce for a detailed, even voice that’s the right mix of energy and balance. It’s fabulous for fingerstyle with such even clarity between the notes, and it’s got gears under the hood to open up when leaned into with a flatpick. An L.R. Baggs pickup system brings all these dynamics faithfully onto the stage, and moreover this McPherson comes with an upgraded Hoffee case for maximum protection. A lot of folks want a guitar that can handle a wide range of settings, and we honestly just don’t often find ones that can hold up—but this McPherson is one of those rare birds.

Other keywords: macpherson, offset soundhole, schaller, m.g. 4.0., 2218

July 4, 2023/by KIM (not Walker)

2015 Alembic Further FLG6, Purpleheart/Buckeye

Electric Guitars, Guitars, Instruments, Solid Body Alembic

Further, indeed. The team at Alembic has been pushing the envelope for years, and that sterling reputation for innovation has led to a community of ardent fans of both basses and electrics. We recently landed one of their Further models from 2015, and we get what all the fuss is about: this is a well-oiled machine capable of handling, well, anything. Purpleheart body with Buckeye top and back laminates; through neck; chrome hardware; and heaps of electronics. The team outfitted this one with volume, three pickup selectors, three filters, effects loop, effects loop bypass, LED position markers—the works. Whew! The through neck is a laminate of Flame Maple, Purpleheart, and Cherry, and is such a strikingly gorgeous number with silky play feel to boot. The fit and finish is flawless from tuners to tail, and we find ourselves struggling to put it down for any real length of time. Weighs in at eight pounds for a solid heft that won’t bow your shoulders: the Alembic Further is the complete package.

Other keywords: flg6, f14451, purple heart, g&g, duane simpson, electric guitar

July 4, 2023/by

Brand New Rainsong N-JM1100N2, Carbon Fiber/Spruce

Composite, Flattop, Guitars, Instruments, Steel String Guitars Rainsong Guitars

The Nashville is a bold stage guitar. The unidirectional carbon/spruce SFT soundboard is finished in an attractive 3-tone tobacco sunburst and supplemented with eye-catching appointments.

How do you describe RainSong’s JM? Three words: loud, loud, and loud. And if that’s not enough, it’s also loud. This is the largest body RainSong builds. The sheer size, combined with the attributes of Projection Tuned Layering™ and Soundboard Fusion Technology™ make the JM one of the loudest acoustic guitars on the planet. This guitar is loud. We had to say it again. But the JM is not just about power. The narrow waist and some layering refinements specific to the Jumbo soundboard give the JM some real fingerstyle grace. The guitar is strong, but impeccably balanced, with bass, mids and trebles distinct, clear and, dare we say it again, loud.

July 4, 2023/by Larry Dolamore

2019 Caton HJ, Honduran Rosewood/Torrefied Adirondack Spruce

12 Fret, Flattop, Guitars, Instruments, Steel String Guitars Caton, Kevin

Kevin Caton fits a whole case of tone in a six-pack body—the petite HJ is a lively number with 14” lower bout, Honduran Rosewood body, and Torrefied Adirondack Spruce on top. The pre-aged Adi adds power and crunch to the voice, giving the bass response more kick than you’d expect. The build quality is top notch, and featherweight (under three pounds) with great neck-to-body balance for playing on either leg. This beauty comes to us from brand new from 2019, so it’s had a little extra time to open up on top of the Torrefied Adirondack.

Other keywords: lutherie, luthier, guitarbuilding, kevin caton guitars, finger style, fingerpicking, tkl, schaller, 53

July 4, 2023/by

2020 Kostal OM, Indian Rosewood/German Spruce

Flattop, Guitars, Instruments, Steel String Guitars Kostal Guitars

With a guitar from Jason Kostal, we know we’ve got a special treat in store. After apprenticing under the godfather of modern guitarbuilding, Ervin Somogyi, Kostal struck out on his own several years back, and he’s been hard at work honing his own style and voice. The result? This work of elegance from 2020. Here Jason lets the tonewoods speak for themselves—dark Indian Rosewood, pale German Spruce, Rosewood bridge and two-tone headstock veneers. At the soundhole he used his trademark Stained Glass rosette to add a splash of color (here a mix of purples, lilacs, and earthy pinks); otherwise, it’s the quality of the craftpersonship and the materials that dictate the aesthetic.
That understated quality is echoed in the voice to a degree as well. Note definition is smooth and balanced across the registers, and we love that the response is even and consistent along the fretboard. There are also some haunting treble overtones that come out under a delicate and spacious touch which we loved. The setup is silk smooth to the touch, just like every other aspect of this Kostal OM.

Other keywords: lutherie, luthier, fingerpicking, stain glass rosette, hoffee, 2-tone headstock, 171

July 4, 2023/by

Brand New Caton Sullivan, Malaysian Blackwood/Italian Spruce

Flattop, Guitars, Instruments, Steel String Guitars Caton, Kevin

We’re big fans of Kevin Caton. He’s pushing the envelope with creature comforts, an expressive voice, and an eye for new and exciting aesthetics. This brand new Sullivan model is outfitted with lovely b back and sides with Italian Spruce on top, plus Kevin’s Bevel Port (combination soundport and rib bevel). A geometric motif is rendered at the headstock, rosette, end graft, and back in blue purfles, and a seven-lamination neck makes for absolute stability.

Other keywords: lutherie, luthier, guitarbuilding, kevin caton guitars, finger style, fingerpicking, tkl, gotoh, 64, 2021

July 4, 2023/by

2007 Maingard 000, Brazilian Rosewood/European Spruce

Instruments, Guitars, Steel String Guitars, Flattop, 12 Fret Maingard, Marc

This one practically moves on its own. So much energy under the hood! We simply love how alive and vibrant Marc Maingard’s 000s are, and this one’s one of the most electric we’ve seen. Opening up since 2007, it’s fantastically awake and raring to go. Dramatically figured Brazilian Rosewood back and sides match up with a lovely, creamy European Spruce top, 12 fret neck join, and arm & rib bevels for creature comfort. Aesthetically, Marc’s distinctive headplate design is set off with custom tuners and the rosette pops in turquoise (echoed with similar purflings along the top, back, and heelcap).
The voice is quick, immediate, vigorous. The registers mix up nicely, with a crisp bottom end that feels like it’s leaping out of the soundhole. Playability is gossamer to boot, and the 12-fret neck makes the 25.4” scale feel extra easy in hand.
This Maingard is a powerhouse’s powerhouse, the guitar that a guitar would play if a guitar could play.

Other keywords: south africa, lutherie, ooo, hiscox, brazilain, euro spruce, 251

July 4, 2023/by

1938 Martin 000-45, Brazilian Rosewood/Adirondack Spruce

Flattop, Guitars, Instruments, Steel String Guitars, Vintage Martin Guitars

And then there was a 45 from ’38. Just handling this piece of prewar history is an honor, let alone to play it—and we’re honored to offer it to you. Before discontinuing the series in 1942, Martin only built 265 45-series flattops, making only 19 000s in 1938. The venerable T.J. Thompson has handled this beauty before and vouches for its originality, as do we and our repair staff after having gone over it tuner to tail. Inside, this one has some interesting features that further set it apart. 1938 was the transition year from forward X-braced tops to rear X; look inside and you’ll see notches in the kerf lining for a forward X (with serial 69896 putting it early in ’38), but the X is actually rear shifted. Thompson confirms that it is an original Martin top with period correct pearl, and offers that the build could have started early in the year and was shelved for some reason until after the factory transitioned to rear X tops. Alternatively, the original top could have failed within the year and was replaced in 1938 or 1939 with a rear X. Regardless, this 000-45 plays like a sweet dream, and rings, rings, rings. It’s in a category of its own, and has been played in just enough for that wide awake sound, without a lot of wear and tear. Holy grail, indeed.

Other keywords: c.f. martin, abalone, 45style, ooo-45, calton, adriondack, brazilain, brazilian, adirondack, pre-war, fingerstyle, om

July 4, 2023/by

2018 Martin 000-42 Custom, Indian Rosewood/Engelmann Spruce

Instruments, Guitars, Steel String Guitars, Flattop Martin Guitars

Here. we. go! A livewire 000-42 Custom Shop Martin in Indian Rosewood and Engelmann Spruce that’s easy on the eyes and ears (and hands). Built in 2018, in great shape and raring to go. The Engelmann is an upgraded, premium grade eight set, and is finished out with a gorgeous vintage-styled brown shade top and Koa bindings. The soundhole is bound with a sweet custom rosette of diamonds, and the top border is dark Abalone to boot. The tone is lively and energetic, with a quick response and clean projection that really soaks up fingerstyle tunes. 24.9” scale in a 14-fret 000 arrangement adds warmth to the trebles that pairs up so sweetly with the mids and bass registers, and the easy setup makes it so hard to put this beauty down for any length of time. Comes wrapped up in a molded Martin case.

Other keywords: lutherie, luthier, c.f. martin, martin guitars, 2139654, 42-style, 42 style, englemann, custom martin, ooo

July 4, 2023/by

2016 Greven The 000-12 Custom, Brazilian Rosewood/Engelmann Spruce

12 Fret, Flattop, Guitars, Instruments, Steel String Guitars Greven

Power and poise, in a petite package! This 2016 Greven is the real deal, folks, a powerhouse that loves an aggressive attack but has the responsiveness and dynamic range to bloom under a light touch too. Fingers and picks both welcome! We don’t often find guitars that really manage to work well for both, but this 000-12 Custom is one of those rare pieces. Moreover this beauty is outfitted with gorgeous, straight-grained Brazilian Rosewood and high-altitude harvested Engelmann Spruce, has a chunky and wide neck that’s oh. so. comfortable with its 1 25/32” nut, and subtle Abalone top trim to tie it all together. The voice pairs up a lively and warm bass response with a rich midrange and smooth, glassy top end. It’s a great choice for Standard as well as DADGAD and even C tunings. The Engelmann Spruce John used here came from a tree cut from the top of a range in the Rockies, and features incredibly tight grain. John typically preferred not using Engelmann, but these few sets had the qualities we associate with Adirondack—headroom, clarity, power—and John put them to proper use. The Brazilian is even more unique: this prewar straight-grain stock came from a 1937 log that yielded only a handful of sets. This lines up with Martin stock of the time as well, and as John believes, could have come from near where Martin sourced their coastal Brazilian Rosewood with its characteristic reds and dark winter growth lines.

Other keywords: grevn, grevan, luthier, lutherie, fingerstyle, vintage style, brazilain, 12 fret, 2297

July 4, 2023/by

2011 Borges 000-12 Fret, Madagascar Rosewood/Adirondack Spruce

12 Fret, Flattop, Guitars, Instruments, Steel String Guitars Borges, Julius

Julius Borges knows how to utilize every square inch. This 000 form 2011 has an expansive voice that belies its petite proportions, with the perfect amount of balance and definition between the registers to make fingerstyle work absolutely sing. This gorgeous Borges is upgraded with arrow-striaght Madagascar Rosewood back and sides (looks strikingly like the best prewar BRW Martin stock) and Adirondack Spruce on top, fine herringbone trim, plus pyramid bridge for the classic flattop aesthetic. The setup is silky smooth and easy on the hands, with a 12-fret body join for extra warmth and a medium thick neck carve.

Other keywords: lutherie, luthier, jules borges, fingerpicking, om, ooo, 1101

Additional Demo: https://youtu.be/zECqfxuONzc

July 4, 2023/by Larry Dolamore

2011 Blazer & Henkes OM-42, Brazilian Rosewood/European Spruce

Flattop, Guitars, Instruments, Steel String Guitars Blazer & Henkes

We’re fortunate indeed to have an OM-42 from Blazer & Henkes in the shop. These two really know how to pull off the classic prewar sound and aesthetic; this example from 2011 is the proof in the pudding. A light-brown set of Brazilian Rosewood makes up the back and sides with a touch of flatsawn drama, paired with a colorful European Spruce top and light green Abalone trim with 42-style appointments. Ivoroid bindings and Waverly tuners round out the classic look. This OM-42 weighs under four pounds and has a lovely setup for fingerstyle play in Standard and lowered tunings as well; we also really enjoyed getting into some flatpicking with this one. The voice has enough power and presence to hold up well under a stronger attack, and still offer sweetness and rich overtones when plucked softly as well. The soft V neck has a wide, full in-hand feel that’s just lovely.

Other keywords: lutherie, luthier, brazilain, adriondack, orchestra model, om-42, 500, guardian, euro spruce, Rudolph Blazer, Wilhelm Henkes

July 4, 2023/by

1967 Guild F-312, 12-String, Brazilian Rosewood/Sitka Spruce

12 String, Flattop, Guitars, Instruments, Steel String Guitars, Vintage Guild Guitars

This guitar is an instant classic. The 1967 Guild F-312 was built towards the end of their production run with Brazilian Rosewood, but nonetheless has a fantastically straight-grained set here that’d put Martin’s Brazilian of the time to shame. Spruce on top, plus a slick, smooth setup, makes for the perfect 12 string machine! Our repair staff has gone over this one tuner to tail and has buttoned it up with a freshly clean bill of health.

Other keywords: vintage, 12-string, leo kottke, brazilain, sitka, as-303, double course, fingerstyle

July 4, 2023/by

1920 Gibson F4 Mandolin, Maple/Spruce

F Mandolins, Instruments, Mandolins, Other Instruments Gibson

A gorgeous, mostly original Gibson F4 from 1920. Figured Maple body with Spruce on top and a Varnish finish throughout, Ivoroid bindings and half rope rosette trim, original inlaid tuners and pickguard—it’s a sweetheart. Gibson wasn’t using adjustable bridges until the 1920s, so we believe this bridge was added afterwards, although the footprint of the bridge matches the impressions in the top finish. If it is replaced, it appears to have been done very early in its life. Our repair staff recently went over it from tuner to tail and have given it a clean bill of health (and refretting it for a killer setup).

Other keywords: f style, bluegrass mandolin, mando, chop, 565421, flamed maple

July 4, 2023/by

2015 Lowden S-35J Jazz, Brazilian Rosewood/Alpine Spruce

Crossover Guitars, Guitars, Instruments, Nylon String Guitars Lowden Guitars

Powerful and balanced in equal measure, lightweight and effortless in hand. We’ve landed a dynamite 2015 Lowden S-35J in Brazilian Rosewood and Alpine Spruce that’s ready to be yours! Fantastic condition, with Lowden’s classic satin finish everywhere for maximum resonance and a velvet play feel, plus these nylon crossovers are bolstered by the creature comforts of a 14-fret neck, cutaway, radiused fretboard, and slimmer nut (1 7/8”). Moreover, this beauty has a K&K Classic Mini pickup installed which sounds fantabulous, even just straight into our Genzler Acoustic Array.
You simply can’t go wrong with this Lowden: it’s an exercise in effortlessness to play, and rings out with sweet riches and precision.

Other keywords: hiscox, lutherie, luthier, guitarbuilding, fingerpicking, liteflite, xover guitar, guitar, small guitar, fingerstyle, 19648

July 4, 2023/by

1987 Douglas Ching Classical, Brazilian Rosewood/Spruce

Classical Guitars, Guitars, Instruments, Nylon String Guitars Ching, Douglas

A powerful piece that’s been steadily opening up since 1987, this Classical from Hawaiian luthier Douglas Ching reminds us all about the beauty that comes with age. The voice is rich, precise, and engrossing. Gorgeous Brazilian Rosewood back and sides pair with Spruce on top, and the featherweight build (right at 3 1/2 pounds) is a testament to the opened up nature of the voice. This Douglas Ching has some play marks appropriate for its 30+ years, and is in fine functional shape to keep making music. 651mm scale with a 52mm nut on a medium-thickness Spanish Cedar neck with Ching’s “two doves” headstock; French Polished throughout; comes wrapped up in the original case.

Other keywords: lutherie, luthier, classical, concert classical, nylon string, fingerstyle, guitarbuilding, french polish, ching guitars, 186

July 4, 2023/by

2019 Michael Thames DT, Indian Rosewood/Cedar Double Top

Classical Guitars, Guitars, Instruments, Nylon String Guitars Thames, Michael

This guitar feels like royalty, the perfect blend of power and elegance. Michael Thames is one of our favorite nylon string builders, and we especially love his Double Top models like #979 from 2019. Indian Rosewood body with a Cedar/Balsa double top makes for a voice that pairs a smooth, enveloping bass register with cool and precise trebles. We love the note definition, and separation between the registers. This Thames DT has a very vocal quality that imparts a lot of body and color, which we continually found ourselves losing track of time with. Thames’ fit and finish is flawless here, especially with a translucent French Polish finish that lets the Rosewood and Cedar shine. The headstock is carved with an Ebony veneer and Rosewood underneath which sets off the Gotoh tuners handsomely. The build weight comes in at an incredibly light 3lbs 7oz; this Thames DT is a featherweight in hand, but with a vigorous and expressive voice under the strings.

Other keywords: michael thames, classical guitar, andy jurik, fingerstyle, 650mm, his cox, 979

July 4, 2023/by

2009 Sexauer FT-14, “Church Bell” Cocobolo/Engelmann Spruce

Flattop, Guitars, Instruments, Steel String Guitars Sexauer, Bruce

The inimitable Bruce Sexauer brings so much to the table, we had to pick up a few extra legs to support it. His guitars are characterized by a modern sound with an emphasis on balance across the registers, and ergonomics that make for an effortless playing experience. This 2009 FT-14 displays both—with some premium tonewoods to boot. The FT-14 body is medium-small and very comfortable (weighs under four pounds), and Bruce tricked this one out with his collectible “Church Bell” Cocobolo for the back and sides, and an Engelmann Spruce top bound with Snakewood. This beauty was originally built for the 2009 Healdsburg Guitar Festival, and it has opened up so, so handsomely. The voice is responsive to a T, and really sings out with a crispness and precision in the trebles that sets this Sexauer apart.

Other keywords: lutherie, luthier, sexauer guitars, fingerpicking, 1780509

July 4, 2023/by

2012 Santa Cruz 00~Skye, Cocobolo/Adirondack Spruce

12 Fret, Flattop, Guitars, Instruments, Steel String Guitars Santa Cruz Guitar Co

Eric Skye and Santa Cruz—would could be finer than such a collaboration? Portland’s Jazz phenom worked together with Richard Hoover to bring the world their signature 00~Skye model, a powerhouse 00 built with Cocobolo and Adirondack Spruce, 12-fret neck for added warmth, and 24.9” scale for fat, juicy trebles. The body on this 2012 number is subtly deeper to enhance the bass pop (which it has in spades); we love playing this little gem in a wide range of fingerstyle settings. Soft V neck plus a silky smooth setup make for an effortless playing experience, and the petite dimensions kept this guitar in our arms for long periods of time. It definitely had an impact on our productivity, but we consider it a worthwhile price to pay, in order to play such a sweet Santa Cruz.

Other keywords: lutherie, luthier, guitarbuilding, acoustic jazz, ameritage, adriondack, scgc, 00 Skye, cocabolo

July 4, 2023/by

2015 Traphagen BRS 000, Brazilian Rosewood/Carpathian Spruce

12 Fret, Flattop, Guitars, Instruments, Steel String Guitars Traphagen, Dake

Playing this one is an exercise in joy. Dake Traphagen brings the sensitivity of classical guitars to bear with his steel string builds—marrying responsiveness with power and clarity. This 2015 BRS 000 is a marvel. The treble strings have a sweet blooming overtone quality that’s engrossing, and pairs perfectly with a warm midrange and powerful bottom end. We love this Traphagen for fingerstyle in Open G, as much as we loved flatpicking jazz progressions back in Standard. It’s exceptionally versatile, and has a myriad of flavors depending on your attack. When we play this BRS 000, we’re reminded of the concept of a do-it-all guitar: so many builders strive to build guitars which can handle whatever the player throws at it, but only a handful like Dake Traphagen manage to pull it off. With this beauty in your hands, that’s exactly what you get. And we haven’t even talked specs! This one is upgraded with Brazilian Rosewood back and sides and Carpathian Spruce on top for added power; French Polished for maximum resonance. 12 frets to the body and decked out with gorgeous Abalone trim, position markers, and rosette. The slotted headstock is outfitted with gold Waverly tuners, and the fretboard is rocking gold EVO frets for longevity.

Other keywords: lutherie, luthier, finger style, brazilain, capathian, varnished, enass

July 4, 2023/by

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2019 Michel Belair “Hommage a Daniel Friederich,” Indian Rosewood/Cedar

2020 Walter Verreydt, Brazilian Rosewood/European Spruce

2021 Redgate Ana Vidovic Model, Ziricote/German Spruce

2019 Kris Barnett, Gabon Ebony/Cedar

2015 McPherson M.G.-4.0 XP, Beeswing Mahogany/Adirondack Spruce

2015 Alembic Further FLG6, Purpleheart/Buckeye

Brand New Rainsong N-JM1100N2, Carbon Fiber/Spruce

2019 Caton HJ, Honduran Rosewood/Torrefied Adirondack Spruce

2020 Kostal OM, Indian Rosewood/German Spruce

Brand New Caton Sullivan, Malaysian Blackwood/Italian Spruce

2007 Maingard 000, Brazilian Rosewood/European Spruce

1938 Martin 000-45, Brazilian Rosewood/Adirondack Spruce

2018 Martin 000-42 Custom, Indian Rosewood/Engelmann Spruce

2016 Greven The 000-12 Custom, Brazilian Rosewood/Engelmann Spruce

2011 Borges 000-12 Fret, Madagascar Rosewood/Adirondack Spruce

2011 Blazer & Henkes OM-42, Brazilian Rosewood/European Spruce

1967 Guild F-312, 12-String, Brazilian Rosewood/Sitka Spruce

1920 Gibson F4 Mandolin, Maple/Spruce

2015 Lowden S-35J Jazz, Brazilian Rosewood/Alpine Spruce

1987 Douglas Ching Classical, Brazilian Rosewood/Spruce

2019 Michael Thames DT, Indian Rosewood/Cedar Double Top

2009 Sexauer FT-14, “Church Bell” Cocobolo/Engelmann Spruce

2012 Santa Cruz 00~Skye, Cocobolo/Adirondack Spruce

2015 Traphagen BRS 000, Brazilian Rosewood/Carpathian Spruce

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