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Add to Compare1989 Benedetto Custom Archtop, Flamed Maple/Spruce
1989 Benedetto Custom Archtop, Flamed Maple and Spruce, with a Bartolini Humbucker. This guitar has opened up with 36 years (at the time of publication) of playtime. Gorgeous sunburst stain, three-piece maple neck with a comfortable profile—not too full, not too slender. 16″ across the lower bout.
Other keywords/misspellings: Luthier, lutherie, bespoke, florida, jazz, hollowbody, 18889
$16,640 Add to cartScale Length 25.125 in Nut Width 1.688 in String Spacing 2.188 in Woods Spruce, Maple 
Add to Compare2012 Buscarino Virtuoso, Master Grade Big Leaf Flame Maple/Master Grade Carpathian Spruce
Buscarino Virtuoso from 2012: Big Leaf Maple and Master Grade Carpathian Spruce. Wow, what a special creation we have here. Featuring a stunning burst finish and Art Nouveau inlays, this guitar is as decadent as it is sonorous—a rare combination that coincides beautifully. Incredible for nearly any application, it would be hard for a guitar enthusiast of any persuasion or background not to feel somewhat enamored by this jazz box, which, quite frankly, can do so much more. Look and listen for yourself, folks—this is truly a masterpiece from John Buscarino
Other keywords/misspellings: Luthier, lutherie, bespoke, nc,
$17,160 Add to cartScale Length 25 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.125 in Woods Spruce - Carpathian, Maple - Bigleaf 
Add to Compare2017 Comins Salutation Archtop, Flamed Maple/Sitka Spruce
This 2017 Salutation model from Bill Comins feels right at home in your hands after the first chord. 16 inches across the lower bout with a 6 pound playing weight, this Salutation is extra comfortable and comes setup for fast action with the 25″ scale and 1 11/16″ nut. Flame Maple back and sides (and neck), with Sitka Spruce on top plus an upgraded black chrome Kent Armstrong pickup and gold Waverly tuners with Snakewood buttons. This Salutation model comes with smooth S holes to match the curvaceous lower bout and cutaway. The Salutation stripe motif extends from the headstock veneer to the pickguard, tailpiece, and heelcap.
Other keywords: comins guitars, duane simpson, lutherie, luthier, 0289, fingerstyle jazz
Additional demo here:https://youtu.be/L691SQlYxvM
$14,560 Add to cartScale Length 25 in Nut Width 1.688 in String Spacing 2.063 in Woods Spruce - Sitka, Maple - Flamed 
Add to Compare2015 Stuart Day Steel City Archtop, Maple/Spruce
Gorgeous. Stuart Day outdid himself with this Steel City Archtop. Built in 2015, the Maple/Spruce body has opened up sweetly, with a quite clear and crisp flavor to the acoustic voice. Sparkling Abalone along the tailpiece, position markers, pickguard, and headstock in an art deco style–again, gorgeous. Perfectly set off by the honey hues of Maple and Spruce. 16 inches across the lower bout and weighing in under six pounds, this Stuart Day Steel City is quick and lively in hand. Bartolini humbucker plus volume and tone, all wrapped up in a Cedar Creek case.
Other keywords/misspellings – duane simpson, arched top, arch top, jazz, jazz box, 10
Add to Compare2012 Galloup G-9CE 17″ Archtop, Hard Maple/Sitka Spruce
Smooth sailing across the fretboard, slick playability and juicy amplified tone–this 2012 G-9CE from Bryan Galloup is a dream machine for the archtop player. Figured Maple back and sides with carved Sitka Spruce top, custom Kent Armstrong humbucker with volume at the pickguard, and a slim play weight of five pounds makes for an easy-playing experience and sharp-dressed aesthetic. Especially considering it’s a full size 17 inch lower bout.
Here’s an additional video with Duane Simpson playing this beautiful Galloup archtop: https://youtu.be/4yDYWAQiiuo
Other keywords: galloup studios, 1211, ken armstrong, gotoh, flame maple, visesnut
Add to Compare2013 Hahl Jazz Supreme de Luxe, Maple/Spruce
A veteran of the guitarbuilding field, German luthier Stefan Hahl has honed his skills across a wide range of instruments for over 20 years, and we’ve been fortunate enough to find ourselves with a crème de la crème archtop from 2013. This is Stefan’s Jazz Supreme de Luxe model, decked out with hand-carved, 60-year-old Alpine Spruce and figured German Maple, Bartolini humbucker (plus Big Tone bridge piezo and a stereo out), and a generous 17 inch lower bout. thin Nitro finish throughout for maximum resonance, EVO frets for longevity, and a custom Hoffee case for protection on those rare moments you won’t have this Hahl singing in your hands.
Other keywords: arched top, lutherie, luthier, boutique guitar, f holes, mop, fingerstyle, p/up, bartollini
Additional demo: https://youtu.be/gD7fs-sfZUc
$11,440 Add to cartScale Length 25.125 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.125 in Woods Spruce - Alpine, Maple - European 
Add to Compare2023 Knaggs Chena, Mahogany/Koa
2023 Knaggs Chena—an exceptional hollowbody with a voice all its own. Outfitted with Bareknuckle Mules (PAF-style humbuckers), a striking Koa top, and Mahogany body and neck, this Chena is anything but ordinary. Think of it as a thinline Les Paul crossed with a hollowbody: lightweight, endlessly expressive, and a joy to play. It moves easily between sweet, articulate tones and rich, singing sustain. Whether you’re leaning into jazz or stretching out in a jam band setting, this Chena offers tone and feel for days.
Other keywords/misspelling: Luthier, lutherie, bespoke, maryland, funk, fusion, rock, 355
$5,200 Add to cartScale Length 24.75 in Nut Width 1.688 in String Spacing 2.063 in Woods Koa, Mahogany 
Add to Compare2010 Mark Lacey Premier Archtop, Maple/Spruce
From the late Mark Lacey, we have a 2010 Premier Archtop—and the model name truly suits the quality of this instrument. Built with the finest materials and craftsmanship, this guitar exemplifies high-end construction while maintaining a character all its own. It has it in spades—well-played and well-built, making it an incredible instrument for both stage and studio.
We love the Joe Barden humbucker in this guitar. That’s a rare combination for an archtop, and it really shouldn’t be—nothing on the sonic spectrum is out of reach with this one.
Listen for yourself.
Other keywords/misspelling: Lacie, lutherie, luthier, bespoke, jazz, barton,
$12,480 Add to cartScale Length 25.25 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.125 in Woods Spruce, Maple 
Add to Compare2020 LHT Rose Burl Fugue, Flame Maple/Sitka Spruce
It’s not easy to make a new name for yourself in the archtop, electric world, but we think Tyler Wells of LHT Guitars has what it takes. This 2020 Rose Burl Fugue is nothing short of a work of functional art. Curvaceous yet comfortable, stands apart from the crowd yet at the same time approachable and familiar. This guitar feels effortless in hand, from the multiscale setup (24.7-25.7”) to the lightweight build and cutaway ergonomics. The neck and body are perfectly balanced to play off your leg when seated, and Tyler’s handsomely executed single bass offset soundhole broadcasts cleanly straight into the player’s ear. Acoustically, the Fugue has impressive presence and range, and would record very well on that level alone. When amplified with a Parallelogram Kent Armstrong humbucker (volume and tone under the Burl pickguard), the tone rolls out fat and round with fingers, and responds beautifully with added crispness and punch under a flatpick attack.
The body is Flame Maple, here paired with a carved Sitka Spruce top and a 4-piece Flame Maple neck with carbon fiber reinforcement. Black ABS bindings, and Bodega Bay driftwood burl appointments throughout give this Fugue its “Burl” designation (with a gorgeous, gorgeous red Nitro burst for the “Rose”).
The LHT Fugue is what successful modern lutherie looks like: pushing the envelope without forgetting its roots, exploring contemporary aesthetics with an eye for ease of play and an ear for dynamics.Other keywords: kent parker, arched top, jazz guitar, fan fret, fanned fret, 3007, ska, flamed maple, duane simpson
$10,400 Add to cartScale Length 24.7 in - 25.7 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.188 in Woods Spruce - Sitka, Maple - Figured 
Add to Compare2021 Manzer Archtop 16″, Maple/European Spruce
A rare first for us here at Dream Guitars, a pristine 2021 Linda Manzer 16″ Archtop. Manzer has become synonymous with jazz music legends like Ted Ludwig and Julian Lage, among others, and when you play this instrument it is no surprise as to why. Understated elegance, and comfort; this guitar is a polyphonic playground. An Archtop sporting a soundport, that not only gives you “a little more of me in the monitor,” it also gives you a glimpse into the beautiful construction of this instrument. A classic combination of Maple and Spruce, with all the modern creature comforts. While this guitar may be built as an all-acoustic archtop, it is still quite electrifying. Comes safe and sound in a Hoffee Roadie flight case.
Other keywords/misspellings: lutherie, arm bevel, pat metheny, jazz, acoustic, 133
$27,040 Add to cartScale Length 25.625 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.188 in Woods Spruce - European, Maple 
Add to Compare2024 Thorell Red Sky Deluxe, European Maple/European Spruce
Red Sky Deluxe by Thorell, 2024. Its anatomy is crafted from European Maple and European Spruce. With Art Deco appointments, it’s a modern tribute to the Loar-style archtops of the past. It features a custom-made DeArmond-style single-coil pickup, along with a floating pickguard equipped with volume and tone controls. This archtop also boasts a soundport and an arm bevel for added comfort. Sleek design, outstanding tone, and comfort for days. Comes wrapped up in a Hoffee case.
Other keywords/misspellings: Luthier, lutherie, bespoke, jazz, hollowbody, scheller, 24191
$13,520 Add to cartScale Length 24.9 in Nut Width 1.625 in String Spacing 2.125 in Woods Spruce - European, Maple - European 
Add to CompareBrand New TreeHouse Blue Ember, Maple/Adirondack Spruce
A first for us here at the shop from Zach Lefebvre, a brand new TreeHouse Blue Ember. It’s rare to find such unique instruments, where form certainly follows function so well. A whole lot of tone, and even more character. The back and sides’ hue harkens back to custom Stratocasters of the late 50s and early 60s, with an incredibly visually pleasing stain on top. The single coil tone combined with its acoustic resonance makes for an intriguing and fantastic musical experience. Maple for the back and sides, Adirondack Spruce on top.
Other keywords/misspellings: Luthier, Lutherie, bepsoke, boblen, evo, G-0050
$9,260 Add to cartScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.188 in Woods Spruce - Adirondack (Red), Maple 
Add to Compare2005 Kim Walker Archtop, Curly Maple/Sitka Spruce
Here we have a rare piece from Kim Walker. This is a 2005 Archtop. If you know of Kim Walker, you know he is synonymous with absolute excellence and is quite unparalleled in the guitar world. It’s no surprise to us that this example from Kim, albeit uncommon, is just as incredible as his renowned flattop work. Seymour Duncan humbucker, floating pickguard, and all the features you expect from a top-tier archtop are delivered here by the one and only Kim Walker. Curly Maple back and sides, Sitka Spruce top. Truly superlative to what you know and love about hollowbody guitars.
Other keywords/misspellings: Luthier, lutherie, jazz, hiscox, arctop,
$46,800 Add to cartScale Length 25 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.125 in Woods Spruce - Sitka, Maple 
Add to Compare2015 Maegen Wells 15″ Archtop, Maple Back/Koa Sides, Sitka Top
2015 15″ Archtop from Maegen Wells, sporting a Bartolini Johnny Smith humbucker, Ebony and Koa appointments throughout, and a custom bone inlay on the headstock by Will Hylton. Finished in Nitrocellulose Lacquer with a Dark Orange Cherry Burst stain. Aluminum Tubing side dots—this guitar is as much fun to look upon as it is to play, and it certainly is fun to play. The top is Sitka Spruce, the back is Big Leaf Maple, and the sides are Figured Koa. A very uncommon yet radically cool feature set on this instrument. The voice is complex, yet surprisingly applicable to just about any musical situation. Get this while you can—it surely won’t hang around for long.
Other keywords/misspellings: Luthier, lutherie, bespoke, jazz, f holes, megan, ribbecke, visesnut
$14,560 Add to cartScale Length 25.25 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.25 in Woods Spruce - Sitka, Maple & Koa 
Add to Compare2021 Tad Brown CC Gold Archtop, Red Maple/Adirondack Spruce
This Tad Brown CC Gold is a showstopper, equipped with a livewire Charlie Christian cobalt pickup array and a gorgeous finish. This guitar is every bit as lively sounding as it is vibrant looking. But don’t take our word for it; listen for yourself. Gorgeous Red Maple for the back and sides, paired with Adirondack spruce—man, oh man, it doesn’t get much more elegant and classic than that.
Other keywords: duane simpson, arched top, jazz box, 451021, adriondack
Here’s an additional demo: https://youtu.be/SsWMI5NtgI8
$8,840 Add to cartScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.25 in Woods Spruce - Adirondack (Red), Maple - Red