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Add to Compare2007 Forster C Brazilian/German
This 2007 Forster C in Brazilian Rosewood and German Spruce is one of the funnest guitars to play we have seen in a while. The offset soundhole might make us guitar nerds do a double take, but it is incredible how enveloping the sound is for the player. It is a different experience from the side soundport: the offset soundhole gives a truer representation of the whole tone of the guitar, rsulting in an exapansive voice with throaty projection. Nigel’s work is largely influenced by his time spent with legendary Luthier Stefan Sobell, and the heavily arched plates are a key feature of both builders’ work. If you are looking for bold bass and bright singing trebles, this guitar will make your heart sing.
SOLD Read moreScale Length 24.9 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.188 in Woods Spruce - German, Rosewood - Brazilian 
Add to Compare2006 Forster C Brazilian/Italian
We were a long time Sobell dealer for the U.S. and have known Nigel Forster for many years. It’s very exciting for us to see him on his own now and creating instruments with a unique and exquisite voice and styling to match. His treble strings are glorious and sing with a sustaining clarity remeniscent of the best old Sobells. Below there is a warm, rich bass that is all Nigel’s. He’s somehow managed the difficult task of making an instrument that can be as powerful or as gentle as a player needs, all without switching guitars. The rich green hues in the Brazilian Rosewood serves to prove this is very old and great sounding wood. All the guitars we see with those hues seem to sound special. Italian Spruce offers the best strength to weight ratio in the spruce family which results in superb clarity and headroom. If you are seeking an original voice for your music you’ll want to listen to the audio clip above.
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.81 in String Spacing 2.25 in Woods Spruce - Italian, Rosewood - Brazilian 
Add to CompareNew Forster Guitar Bouzouki Camatillo/Italian
Nigel Forster has hit a homerun with this Guitar Bouzouki! The tone is simply magical and had us all smiling from ear to ear. Nigel has taken his 15 years experience with Stefan Sobell and expanded on it finding his own voice for his instruments. Guitar players will find the Bouzouki easy to learn and irresistibly fun to play. It is often tuned to GDAD or GDAE, etc. In no time you’ll be adding this wonderful voice to your solo and group work.But make no mistake this is a pro level instrument so if you are a serious Bouzouki player this is for you as well. Just listen to the sound clips and treat yourself to a little joy in these troubling times.
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.6 in Nut Width 1.44 in String Spacing 1.88 in Woods Spruce - Italian, Rosewood - Camatillo 
Add to CompareNew Forster Model C Panamanian Rswd/Italian
Here’s our latest arrival from ex-Sobell phenom Nigel Forster. This model C cutaway is crafted from Panamanian Rosewood and Italian Spruce that Nigel hand selected in Italy. The design of this guitar is a shallow body that taper at the outer edges making it very easy to hold. But there is surprising bass response for it’s depth and wonderful projection both in front and as the player, thanks to the side soundport. The radiused top and back design also makes this a guitar with superb separation and clarity. If you seek a European voice (think Simpson, Renbourn, Carroll, etc.) this may be your guitar.Here’s what Nigel says about Panamanian Rosewood: Panamanian Rosewood is quite scarce but is one of the few timbers touted as a Rio substitute that comes close. In fact it comes very close in weight and texture and taptone. It differs mainly in appearance and smell where it has more in common with Cocobolo. It is more stable than many Rosewoods. Great stuff.
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.25 in Woods Spruce - Italian, Rosewood - Panama 
Add to Compare2005 Forster C Indian/European
If you’ve played or heard a Sobell guitar built during the 1990s or early part of this century chances are you’ve heard Nigel Forster’s work. For 15 years he was the sole apprentice in Stefan Sobell’s shop in England. If you’ve heard Martin Simpson’s music than you know that Sobell sound. Nigel’s guitars have that essence but he is making refinements and finding his very own voice that is equally unique and in some ways more american. This Model C is very special with big, bold bass notes and sweet rosewood trebles.
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.78 in String Spacing 2.25 in Woods Spruce - European, Rosewood - Indian 
Add to CompareC. Fox Sonoma Indian/Spruce
C. Fox was a production brand by Charles Fox in the 1990s, and this Sonoma model is an ideal representation of the quality of instrument offered by that label. Made from nicely striped Indian Rosewood and tight, fine-grained Spruce, this guitar has all the feel and sound that a fingerstylist is looking for. Could be a great recording guitar, with good clarity and presence overall. The red pinstripe appointments make this one a classy piece to set your heart a-beating!
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.5 in Nut Width 1.69 in String Spacing 2.13 in Woods Spruce, Rosewood - Indian 
Add to Compare2001 Fox Sonoma Indian/Cedar
CFox guitars was a company created by Luthier Charles Fox. They produced a line of beautifully built but affordable guitars. This Sonoma model features solid Indian Rosewood with a Red Cedar top. Fully bound in ivoroid with red perfling lines from head to toe. It’s a sharp guitar and a great player. Would make a great gigging guitars as it’s setup with a Fishman pickup as well.
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.5 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.25 in Woods Cedar, Rosewood - Indian 
Add to CompareFox Ergo Noir Brazilian/Alpine
The Fox Ergo is a masterpiece of guitar design. Charles incorporated a number of features to achieve both wonderful tone and extreme comfort and playability. The Ergo includes a wedge body, elevated fingerboard, compound cutaway and a low-mass/multi-layer top with unique bracing. The result is an SJ size guitar that’s very easy to hold all day long. You can also play up to the very last fret with ease. The voice has tremendous power and projection and sublime clarity and balance. The Ergo is something very fresh and exciting in our world of guitars.
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.5 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.25 in Woods Spruce - Alpine, Rosewood - Brazilian 
Add to CompareFox Ergo Blanc Sapelle/Alpine
The Fox Ergo is a masterpiece of guitar design. Charles incorporated a number of features to achieve both wonderful tone and extreme comfort and playability. The Ergo includes a wedge body, elevated fingerboard, compound cutaway and a low-mass/multi-layer top with unique bracing. The result is a larger size guitar that’s very easy to hold all day long. You can also play up to the very last fret with ease. The voice has tremendous power and projection and sublime clarity and balance. The Ergo is something very fresh and exciting in our world of guitars.
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.5 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.31 in Woods Spruce - Alpine, Sapele 
Add to Compare2012 Franklin OM, Brazilian Rosewood/European Spruce
When people ask why Brazilian Rosewood is so coveted, guitars like this are our answer. Rich, full-bodied, charming midrange — this is an acoustic guitarist’s dream. European Spruce on top, minimalistic appointments, mammoth bone for the nut and saddle, Brazilian rosewood fingerboard and bridge. This instrument lets all of the natural materials do the talking. And man, oh man, do they have a lot to say. There is no compromise with this guitar; it leaves nothing to be desired.
Other keywords/misspellings: Luthier, lutherie, bespoke, OM, ameritage, 643, fingerstyle, black pearl.
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.25 in Woods Spruce - European, Rosewood - Brazilian 
Add to Compare2016 Franklin OM, Brazilian Rosewood/European Spruce
Rich and creamy, just the way we like it. This 2016 Franklin OM is a smooth operator from tuner to tail. A chunkier neck carve feels familiar and easy in our hands, and the classic Franklin combo of Brazilian Rosewood and European Spruce makes for a rich and dynamic voice. Abalone top trim, fossilized nut & saddle, and Waverly tuners round it out—oh, there’s a Hoffee flight case too!
It’s an excellent choice for fingerstyle, and man oh man is it a blast as a flatpicker in Drop D. More volume and projection than you can shake a Bluechip pick at; astounding.Other keywords: lutherie, luthier, nick kukich, fingerpicking, orchestra model, euro spruce
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.5 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.3125 in Woods Spruce - European, Rosewood - Brazilian 
Add to Compare2006 Franklin Jumbo, Koa/European Spruce
A fun one with volume to spare! Check out our 2006 Franklin Jumbo in Koa & Euro Spruce if you’re looking for a large body strummer that holds up for fingerpicking too. The voice is characterized by an even response from bass to treble, and a clean/crisp, woody tone. Fast, note-heavy passages remain clear and articulate, and when you dig in this Franklin responds with more and more headroom. There’s a K&K Pure Mini pickup to take you straight to the stage, V neck for creature comfort, and gold Waverly tuners for that classic look.
Other keywords: tkl, herringbone, ivoroid, european spruce, fingerstyle, prairie state
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.5 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.375 in Woods Spruce - European, Koa 
Add to Compare2005 Franklin OM, Indian Rosewood/Sitka Spruce
With a lively and opened up guitar in your hands, it feels like the sky’s the limit for what you can do, right? This 2005 Franklin OM fits that description to a T. From the soft V neck and slightly wider nut (1 13/16”), to the herringbone trim and gold Gotoh open gear tuners, this Franklin is as easy on the hands as it is on the eyes. It’s in excellent shape, with hardly a mark on her, and that’s especially impressive considering it’s almost 14 years old. This beauty comes in Indian Rosewood and Sitka Spruce, and is a steal of a deal if you’re looking for that Franklin tone without breaking the bank on a Brazilian Rosewood guitar. The top features a rear-shifted X brace, non-scalloped braces throughout, and an aged toner look that’s right at home in a vintage arsenal. This is an OM that lives up to its workhorse heritage, responding well to both picks and fingertips, and dips into altered tuning territory. We found it help tune well with the use of a capo, and the overall lightweight build (3lbs 14oz) meant we never got tired of playing this handsome Franklin.
Other keywords: nick kukich, orchestra model, IR, east indian rosewood, fingerstyle
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.81 in String Spacing 2.375 in Woods Spruce - Sitka, Rosewood - Indian 
Add to Compare2008 Franklin OM Brazilian/German
Playing this guitar is like sleeping in on Sunday morning. Our 2008 Franklin OM with Brazilian Rosewood and German Spruce has a lively voice that doesn’t take much nudging to sing, and when it does the tones that come belting out of this soundhole are clear as birdsong and rich like an extra spoonful of honey in your tea.
Fit and finish is as top notch as we’ve come to expect from Franklin Guitars, and this set of Brazilian is nothing to scoff at! Faint black silking between chocolate-dark grain lines. Herringbone trim, Rosewood bindings, and gold Waverly tuners for a touch of elegance.
We strongly recommend this Franklin for any player, but fingerstylists in particular. Handled dropped tunings like DADGAD and Cadd9 like a champ; string-to-string balance is superb. Trebles have a focused attack without sounding brittle, and there’s a pocket of overtones in the upper mids that’ll really flesh out your slow, spacious pieces.
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.313 in Woods Spruce - German, Rosewood - Brazilian 
Add to Compare1980 Franklin OM Brazilian/Spruce
Franklin OMs are a force to be reckoned with, and this gem from 1980 backs that up with a handsomely opened up voice and easy playability. Brazilian Rosewood and Spruce, 25.4 inch scale, Grained Ivoroid bindings, Herringbone trim—all the appointments of a traditional Martin-style guitar. This OM goes one step further with a well-rounded C profile neck and a fast setup.
The voice has that easy, opened up flavor that makes the best vintage instruments stand out from the pack, with a hint of airiness in the bass that keeps its richness from overpowering the other registers. Trebles are crisp and focused. We put this Franklin through its paces with a flatpick for Bluegrass riffs—excellent. Dropping it into DADGAD for fingerstyle—even better.
The complete package: gorgeous woods, smooth setup, and a dynamic response that lends itself to a variety of styles.
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.68 in String Spacing 2.3 in Woods Spruce, Rosewood - Brazilian