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2011 McGill Picasso African Blackwood/German
Luthier Paul Daniel McGill is known for his creative designs inside and out on his guitars. This guitar is dubbed the Picasso and it is certainly creative and unique like it’s namesake. The offset cutaway and soundhole offer an artistic facade and the voice is as bold as the look. The 7 fan bracing produces thunderous bass and soaring trebles with Paul’s trademark clarity throughout. The back & sides are rare and stunning African Black Wood with dramatic sapwood sections. This wood adds beauty for the ear as well for the eye. The top is lovely German Spruce with strong silking and a mature patina. A true work of art!
SOLD Sale! Read moreScale Length 25.59 in Nut Width 2 in String Spacing 2.19 in Woods Spruce - German, Blackwood - African 
SOLD Read moreScale Length 26 in Nut Width 2.01 in String Spacing 2.24 in Woods Spruce, Rosewood - Brazilian 
2010 Muiderman Crossover, Cocobolo/Sitka Double Top
Here’s an articulate piece for the nylon string player who wants to enjoy the ergonomic perks of modern steel string designs, without compromising the warmth and range required for the classical repertoire. This 2010 Crossover Classical from Kevin Muiderman manages this task handsomely with Cocobolo back and sides and a Bearclaw Sitka Spruce double top, cutaway, radiused fingerboard, and position markers. Gilbert tuners at the headstock for extra reliable tuning, and under the hood we have a K&K Trinity dual source pickup. All wrapped up in a custom Ameritage case (with roller wheels to make transport a snap).
Other keywords: andy jurik, fingerstyle, xover, 156
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.875 in Nut Width 1.938 in String Spacing 2.25 in Woods Spruce - Sitka, Rosewood - Cocobolo 
2007 Petros Nylon Crossover, Pau Ferro/Engelmann Spruce
We just took in a pair of Petros guitars that complement each other to a T: matching woods, but one comes in steel and the other in nylon. This here is the nylon crossover twin with Pau Ferro (Bolivian Rosewood) back and sides and an Engelmann Spruce top. Love the tone of nylon strings, but prefer the playability and creature comforts of a steel string guitar? This Petros Crossover is perfect. Radiused fretboard, slim nut, Venetian Cutaway—Amboyna burl appointments to boot, and an Alaskan Yellow Cedar neck.
Other keywords: lutherie, luthier, bruce petros, matt petros, petros guitars, fingerpicking, twin guitars, bolivian rosewood, tkl, slot head, slotted head
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.5 in Nut Width 1.875 in String Spacing 2.125 in Woods Spruce - Engelmann, Rosewood - Bolivian (Pau Ferro) 
2007 Petros Crossover Bolivian/Engelmann
Bruce and Matt Petros designed their crossover model to appeal to steel string players wanting to explore nylon and it also appeals to nylon players who prefer the narrower neck profile. This beautiful hybrid guitar is crafted from Bolivian rosewood which tonally pairs wonderfully with the warmth of the Engelmann spruce top. Appointments include an Amboyna Burl rosette and matching tuner buttons. There is also a cutaway to allow access all the way up the neck. The neck profile is slender with dimensions of 1 3/4″ or 45 mm and the Petros shallow depth.There is also a Fishman pickup for performance. This is a guitar with lots of appeal.
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.5 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.25 in Woods Spruce - Engelmann, Rosewood - Bolivian (Pau Ferro) 
Brand New Rainsong V-PA9000NSC PA Nylon String Cedar Custom, Carbon Fiber & Carbon Fiber/Cedar Hybrid
Rainsong’s PA model combines a traditional, compact parlor shape with a modern Venetian cutaway for a perfectly proportioned, intimate playing experience. Though a little guitar, it packs a full, bright sound with RainSong’s trademark depth. With this custom build, they’ve gone two steps further by combining a nylon string setup with their Soundboard Fusion Technology (SFT) Cedar/Carbon Fiber hybrid top. Add an L.R. Baggs StagePro Element pickup system and you’ve got a custom Rainsong for all applications.
Other keywords: fingerstyle, nylon-string, classical crossover,
SOLD Sale! Read moreScale Length 24.9 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.188 in Woods Cedar, Carbon Fiber 
New Rein Crossover Classical Honduran Rosewood/Lutz
When Thomas Rein lays his hands on the right set of wood, he knows exactly what to do: build a beautiful, resonant guitar. With this 2015 Crossover Classical, that’s exactly what he did. In pairing Honduran Rosewood with a Lutz Spruce top, Rein has created a guitar capable of singing bright and energetic in one passage, somber and thoughtful the next. In order to maximize the thinness, and hence resonance, of the Lutz Spruce, Rein French Polished the top, and used a stronger catalyzed urethane for the rest of the guitar, which is more susceptible to dings and scrapes over time.
When played, this Crossover Classical has a clean, clear voice, like sunlight refracted through a glass of water. The trebles have great body and focus, while the low-end is easy and rolling, and thanks to Rein’s excellent fit and finish, the guitar plays effortlessly. The great fountain of potential energy which is the body is made possible by Rein’s finely-honed technique in voicing the Lutz Spruce top and creating a very lightweight body from the Honduran Rosewood back and sides. You could play this Crossover Classical for hours and never get tired; its voice is so clean and sustained. This guitar comes with the original TKL hardshell case.
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.59 in Nut Width 1.88 in String Spacing 2.25 in Woods Spruce - Lutz, Rosewood - Honduran 
2014 Rubio Custom Nylon Archtop African Blackwood/German Spruce
Sawdust from Spruce and Cedar has been in the Rubio family’s blood for generations. With German Vazquez, the blood runs thick: under his hands traditional materials and techniques dovetail into gorgeous instruments for both the eye and the ear. This 2014 Custom Nylon Archtop Crossover is a powerful example of that prowess at work–African Blackwood and German Spruce offer depth and clarity, and the custom C profile neck, with its 14 frets to the body and Venetian Cutaway, is pillow-soft and accessible for the left hand.
For the player craving an artisan-quality crossover nylon, this Rubio is perfect. The play feel of the custom neck will be familiar to any steel string player, just as the rich clarity of the bass strings will be familiar to any classical player. The best of both worlds bound up in one guitar! Rubio french polished the entire guitar for maximum resonance and installed a Fishman Matrix Infinity pickup (with volume and tone controls) to guarantee that you’ll never have to put this guitar down, regardless if you’re at home or on stage.
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.59 in Nut Width 1.88 in String Spacing 2.22 in Woods xx, Blackwood - African 
1997 Rubio Flamenco Cypress/Red Cedar
Here we have a traditional Flamenco guitar crafted from Cypress and Spruce featuring a cutaway for full access. This guitar has a quick response and a strong, bright tone. German is a wonderful builder and the construction is top notch throughout. Every detail is well executed and the voice is strong and proud. Playability is superb and every note clear across the entire fingerboard making this one a joy to play.
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.59 in Nut Width 2.09 in String Spacing 2.24 in Woods Cedar - Red, Cypress 
2006 Sand Nylon String Electric Cocobolo/Spruce With Barbera Soloist Pickup!
This Kirk Sand Rosewood Model electric nylon guitar is the definition of versatile. It is surprisingly loud unplugged, with a present bass and crisp trebles. Plugged in though, is where this guitar shines. The Barbera Soloist Pickup lends a warm tone, and the onboard EQ gives the player plenty of room for adjustment. It plays like an electric guitar, smooth as silk. The craftsmanship and woods are top notch as well. The Cocobolo back and sides are a wonderful chocolatey hue. The Spruce top is tight grained,and aged to a nice amber shade. This one is ready for the stage…
SOLD Sale! Read moreScale Length 25.5 in Nut Width 1.88 in String Spacing 2.19 in Woods Spruce, Rosewood - Cocobolo 
1995 Sand Nylon Mahogany/Spruce
An amazing Nylon guitar made by Kirk Sand is 1995. The Mahogany back and sides and Spruce top combine with the nylon strings to produce a tone that is complex yet full and vibrant, both unplugged and amplified. This guitar was custom ordered by George Simmons in 1995 and bears his name at the 19th fret. The abalone purfling on this instrument is amazing! Kirk says of these guitars: “I really had Chet in mind for this guitar. He was using the Gibson CE at the time, but was interested in something with less sustain in the bass and a lighter weight body. I Discovered by hollowing the body completely out, and putting a standard braced classic top on it was the answer. As soon as Chet played it, he ordered one.” And with that, we must mention that this guitar was signed on the front by none other than Chet Atkins himself, along with master fingerstylist Paul Yandell. Truly a world class instrument with unmatched tone and playability.
2003 Sand Jose Feliciano Indian/Spruce
Here we have the Jose Feliciano model by Kirk Sand. The cutaway and narrower neck with a radiused fingerboard make this a versatile crossover guitar for any style of Nylon guitar. As you can imagine in a guitar who’s namesake is Jose Feliciano, you can drive this guitar hard. The spruce top stays with you offering plenty of headroom. The neck feel is fast and easy to play and there are 16 frets clear on the treble side. The dual source B-Band pickup sounds terrific and makes this a great stage guitar.
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.5 in Nut Width 1.81 in String Spacing 2.19 in Woods Spruce - Sitka, Rosewood - Indian 
2010 Southwell A, Brazilian Rosewood & German Spruce
Gary Southwell’s A Series cuts a fine figure in Brazilian Rosewood and German Spruce with a voice that’s equal parts elegance and energy. Loaded with unique features, from the cantilevered neck and Smallman armrest to offset tuners and Florentine Cutaway, this A Series is a deliciously fresh take on the nylon string guitar.
Gary has only built a handful of Brazilian Rosewood A Series, so our #265 from 2010 is a rarity even among its brothers and sisters—and what gorgeous Rosewood it is! Rich, brick-red hues and a little bit of dramatic grain. The German Spruce top is satin finished for maximum resonance. The setup is delightfully smooth for allegro passages, and the combination of cutaway and cantilevered fretboard make for easy access to the entirety of the board. Powerful sonority in the bass response, and the mids have some added punch to make for lush and colorful arrangements.
Unfettered by convention, the Southwell A Series offers a timeless voice to contemporary music, and a vibrant flair to the traditional.
Other spellings: soutwhell, garey, gremlin spruce, brazilain
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.97 in String Spacing 2.125 in Woods Spruce - German, Rosewood - Brazilian 
2007 Taylor NS72ce Indian/Red Cedar
Taylor’s nylon string line was designed with the gigging “crossover” musician in mind. With its 1 7/8″ nut, ample cutaway, and built-in electronics this NS72ce fits the bill perfectly. Leave your handmade classical safely at home and plug this one into the PA without fear.
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.5 in Nut Width 1.88 in String Spacing 2.19 in Woods Cedar - Red, Rosewood - Indian 
2012 Traphagen D’Aquisto Nylon Jazz, European Maple/German Spruce
In 2012 Dake Traphagen took on the task of replicating a nylon jazz crossover of famed luthier Jimmy D’Aquisto—and the results are fantastic. This beauty, dubbed the D’Aquisto Nylon Jazz, is quick and energetic, easy on the hands, and rigged with an L.R. Baggs Anthem SL microphone/UST dual pickup for easy, authentic amplification. European Maple back and sides pair up with German Spruce on top, 25.6” scale, and a slim 1 11/16” nut for quick lefthand work. This Traphagen has been lovingly played across the past ten years and has the marks to prove it, but it’s in great functional shape and ready for more action.
Other keywords: lutherie, luthier, guitar building, traphagen guitar, nylon string, fingerstyle, james d’aquisto, daquisto, xover, cross over, nylon string, andy jurik
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.625 in Nut Width 1.68 in String Spacing 2.063 in Woods Spruce - German, Maple - European