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2003 Ribbecke Testadura, Maple & Rosewood/Sitka Spruce
Tom Ribbecke’s thinline Testadura model is designed with variety and dynamism in mind, and is equally at home with both Jazz and Rock. This beauty from 2003 boasts Indian Rosewood sides paired with a Bigleaf Maple back and carved Sitka Spruce top, and Tom Holmes PAF humbuckers. In both the body and neck Tom installed carbon graphite for stability and improved stiffness-to-weight ratio. The setup is butter smooth on this one, it really plays itself.
Other keywords: cedar creek, electric guitar, jazz, rock guitar, gibson, gotoh, double cutaway, tom ribbecke guitars
Here is an additional demo of this instrument: https://youtu.be/h6NcSoDRYyc
$9,875 Add to cartScale Length 24.625 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.06 in Woods Spruce - Sitka, Maple - Bigleaf 
2018 Robbins R.1, Ziricote/Engelmann Spruce
Keep your friends close, your guitars closer. You’ll want to keep this latest R.1 from Tyler Robbins as close as possible. Make sure you’ve got enough room in your bed for both the R.1 and your significant other; we don’t want any trouble! Gorgeous Ziricote back and sides, Engelmann Spruce top, and Tyler’s unique appointments in Maple, Koa, and Ziricote. Side dots are aluminum, mini Gotohs offer smooth operation, flawless fit-n-finish and a 13-fret neck scoots the bridge closer to the center of the lower bout for extra warmth and volume.
Regarding the voice: equal parts open and breathy with good separation between the bass and mids. The trebles have overtones big enough to cast a shadow. Lush upper mids, great separation between registers. The 13-fret neck carve is delightfully quick to the touch. The bass strikes with a crisp fundamental that translates well for dropped tunings like DADGAD.
Brand new and with such an opened up voice? This Robbins R.1 is only going to improve with age, and it’s starting at the top of the food chain.
Other keywords: robins, lutherie, inlay, luthier, guidry, galloup, resin, fingerstyyle, gotoh, exclusive
Additional demo: https://youtu.be/QLa8uNtKAlE
$12,480 Add to cartScale Length 25.5 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.25 in Woods Spruce - Engelmann, Ziricote 
Brand New Rubendall Nylon Jazz Cutaway, Ziricote/Italian Spruce
Brand new—and new to us here at Dream Guitars—a Nylon Jazz model from luthier Matt Rubendall of Brooklyn, New York. This is modern nylon at its finest: a true crossover design with a floating Ziricote pickguard, matching Ziricote back and sides, and laminated Spruce lining the interior. From every angle, both in ornamentation and construction, this guitar redefines what a nylon-string instrument can look and feel like.
Sonically, it walks the perfect line: nuanced, articulate, and expressive, but never trying to be anything other than a superb nylon-string guitar. Classic tone with a fresh, forward-thinking voice. Look and listen for yourself—this one won’t last long here at Dream. Ships in a Crossrock case with a small stash of bone blanks for future nut and saddle work. This guitar also has an adjustable neck.
Other keywords/misspellings: Lutherie, bespoke, handmade, fusion, fingerstyle, flamenco,
$8,840 Add to cartScale Length 25.125 in Nut Width 1.938 in String Spacing 2.313 in Woods Spruce - Italian, Ziricote 
2006 Ruokangas Mojo Grande, Spanish Cedar/Arctic Birch
A first for us here at Dream Guitars: a 2006 Ruokangas Mojo Grande. All the way from Finland, this Thinline Tele-style guitar is crafted from some rather unique tonewoods. The body is made of Spanish cedar, with a figured Arctic birch top. It features a maple neck and birch fingerboard, both of which, along with the top, have been thermally treated—literally baking in that vintage tone.
Other keywords/misspellings:Luthier, lutherie, p90, single coil, telecaster
$4,680 Add to cartScale Length 25.5 in Nut Width 1.563 in String Spacing 2.063 in Woods Birch, Cedar - Spanish 
$17,680 Add to cartScale Length 25.75 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.25 in Woods Redwood - Sinker, Rosewood - Brazilian 
2003 Ryan Abbey Grand Parlor, Brazilian Rosewood/Sitka Spruce
Kevin Ryan’s Abbey model takes the usual Parlor proportions and fills them out just enough to make it a Grand Parlor instead—domed back, 14 inches across the lower bout, and a 25 inch scale come together for warmth and power in equal measure. Add to that a gorgeous set of Brazilian Rosewood for the back and sides, and a Sitka Spruce top, and the result is an even richer, enveloping little guitar. Fingerstyle is the name of the game; the setup is silky smooth for effortless playing. Kevin’s slim neck profile fits comfortably in the hand, and it’s easy to lose track of time playing this one. This beauty from 2003 has been very well maintained—hardly a mark on it—and comes wrapped in a Calton flight case for maximum safety.
Other keywords: lutherie, ryan guitars, abby, fingerstyle, parlour, small guitar, 0, 00, abalone
Additional Demo:https://youtu.be/4WGemHWd94M
$13,000 Add to cartScale Length 25 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.25 in Woods Spruce - Sitka, Rosewood - Brazilian 
2003 Ryan Nightingale Soloist, Brazilian Rosewood/Bosnian Spruce
If Al Petteway owned it, you know it’s had mojo since day one. This gorgeous Ryan Nightingale Soloist was built for him in 2003 with premium Brazilian Rosewood (available only on Kevin’s Signature Models these days) and Bosnian Spruce on top, plus Kevin’s ubiquitous arm bevel and a McIntyre Feather pickup system. The voice is powerful and expansive, and it really opens up after a few minutes’ playtime—this Ryan becomes a whole ‘nother beast.
Other keywords: lutherie, luthier, guitarbuilding, Kevin ryan guitar, 357-459W, fingerpicking, modern guitar, signature guitar
$18,720 Add to cartScale Length 25.75 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.25 in Woods Spruce - Bosnian, Rosewood - Brazilian 
2008 Ryan Signature Series Mission Grand Concert, Brazilian Rosewood/Adirondack Spruce
Kevin Ryan’s Signature Series guitars pull out all the stops, come with Kevin’s best tonewoods, and are appointed as heirloom instruments. This 2008 Mission Grand Concert SS has gorgeous, dramatically figured Brazilian Rosewood back and sides, paired up with a stiff Adirondack Spruce top for added power and projection, plus Kevin’s trademark slim neck profile and slinky playability. The voice is very round, with great dynamic range for a wide range of styles and attacks. The MGC body fits the midsize niche perfectly, making this a flattop that holds up well for both fingertips and flatpicks. The top, headplate, fingerboard, and rosette are upgraded with Select Blue Paua Abalone throughout, and at the nut, saddle, and bridge pins you’ll find Fossilized Walrus Ivory. Under the hood, this Ryan Signature Series is equipped with an L.R. Baggs iBeam pickup system, and outside this signature beauty is wrapped up in a custom Calton flight case.
Here’s a video performance with Al Petteway playing his tune “Lake Isle” on this 2008 Ryan Sig Series Grand Concert: https://youtu.be/QludN13OvzI
Other keywords: lutherie, luthier, guitarbuilding, ryan guitars, 627-63
$19,450 Add to cartScale Length 25.57 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.25 in Woods Spruce - Adirondack (Red), Rosewood - Brazilian 
2002 Ryan Cathedral Grand, Madagascar Rosewood/Italian Spruce
The riches run deep in this one. The only way to make Kevin Ryan’s Cathedral Grand model even better is to add time, which this lovely number from 2002 has in spades. Two decades of music have opened up the Italian Spruce top and Madagascar Rosewood body for a voice that’s butter smooth and round, with great note separation and dynamic range. In a word, expansive. The setup is silk-smooth with a 25.7″ scale and 1.75″ nut, arm bevel, and florentine cutaway. All wrapped up in a custom Calton case, this Ryan Cathedral Grand is ready for another 20 years.
Here’s an additional video of Al Petteway playing this Ryan Cathedral Grand: https://youtu.be/_rOd77IUtLU
Here’s an additional video with Paul and this Ryan Cathedral Grand: https://youtu.be/WVbKYZzIAhg
Other keywords: ryan guitar, fingerstyle, al petteway, modern guitar, gotoh, fingerpicking, 331.358a
$10,400 Add to cartScale Length 25.75 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.25 in Woods Spruce - Italian, Rosewood - Madagascar 
2020 Santa Cruz H13, All Koa 42 Style
2020 Santa Cruz H-13, all Koa with 42-style appointments. This small-body instrument has a lot going on: a deep body and 13 frets to the body give it a bigger voice and feel than your typical 00-style guitar. Ivoroid bindings and abalone throughout complete the aesthetic, all wrapped in an Ameritage case. Get this small but mighty fingerstyle machine while you can.
Other keywords/misspellings: Luthier, lutherie, bespoke, handmade, team built, californica, richard hoover, Hostetter, ameritage, 1657
2020 Santa Cruz OM, Old Growth Brazilian/Moonspruce
2020 Santa Cruz OM, built with Old Growth Brazilian Rosewood back and sides and a Moonspruce top. This one’s got all the classic OM vibes, paired with a full neck profile that feels substantial in hand. The top shows off some lovely medullary figuring, and the Brazilian is simply stunning—dark, straight-grained, and full of character.
If you’re looking for a modern take on tradition that pulls no punches, look no further. This guitar delivers tone, beauty, and feel in equal measure.
Other keywords/misspellings: Luthier, lutherie, bespoke, richard hoover, cali,
$16,120 Add to cartScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.188 in Woods Spruce - Moonspruce, Rosewood - Brazilian 
2011 Santa Cruz OM, Brazilian Rosewood/Italian Bearclaw Spruce
2011 Santa Cruz OM built with Brazilian Rosewood and Italian Bearclaw Spruce—a stellar combination of tonewoods, trimmed in gorgeous Koa. The quality of the timber here is exceptional, and it absolutely comes through in the tone: rich presence, wide open response, and a full-spectrum voice. You don’t miss a thing with this one.
With a satin neck and gloss body, it’s both elegant and player-friendly. This is one of those guitars that truly speaks for itself.
Other keywords/misspellings: Luthier, lutherie, bespoke, handmade, cali, hoover, fingerstyle
$16,640 Add to cartScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.188 in Woods Spruce - Italian, Rosewood - Brazilian 
2021 Santa Cruz OM, Sinker Redwood/Tier 1 Brazilian
Tier 1 Brazilian Rosewood sounds serious because it is serious—some of the finest rosewood we’ve seen in the shop for quite some time. Paired with gorgeous Sinker Redwood, herringbone trim, and an especially sweet fit and finish, this guitar is a true standout. From 2021, it has just begun its sonic journey and will make an excellent addition to anyone’s collection, particularly if you’re seeking an interesting voice from a fingerstyle guitar in a traditional package.
Other keywords/misspellings: Luthier, lutherie, bespoke, craft, california, ameritage, 5899
$16,640 Add to cartScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.313 in Woods Redwood - Sinker, Rosewood - Brazilian 
2020 Santa Cruz, OMC Brazilian Rosewood/Moonspruce
2023 Santa Cruz OMC with Brazilian Rosewood back and sides and Moonspruce top. Features include snakewood appointments, herringbone trim, and an abalone songbird motif inlaid on the headstock. An elegant balance of modern design and traditional guitar craftsmanship—a fingerstyle paradise.
Other keywords/misspellings: Luthier, lutherie, bespoke, team build, richard hoover, ameritage 5670
$15,600 Add to cartScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.25 in Woods Spruce - Moonspruce, Rosewood - Brazilian 
1993 Santa Cruz Vintage Artist, Brazilian Rosewood/German Spruce
This Santa Cruz Vintage Artist, serial number 1082 from 1993, is a flatpicker’s dream. Dreadnought enthusiasts and Tony Rice acolytes, this one is for you. With over 30 years of opening up, this German Spruce top and Brazilian Rosewood guitar is firing on all cylinders. Incredibly well cared for while still being played, it truly lives up to the “Bluegrass Cannon” archetype. Such a fun and responsive guitar.
Here’s an additional video with Dustin Furlow: https://youtu.be/N5z49fF133c
Other keywords/misspellings: Luthier, lutherie, hoover, mark leaf, 90’s, bespoke
$12,480 Add to cartScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.719 in String Spacing 2.18 in Woods Spruce - German, Rosewood - Brazilian