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Add to Compare2004 Schoenberg 00-40C Brazilian/Adirondack (Red)
Schoenberg 00-40C features gorgeous Brazilian Rosewood and Adirondack Spruce in a timeless 00 cutaway design. The lightly-built body is extremely responsive; reminiscent of an early 1900’s Martin. With a wider fingerboard (1 7/8″ nut) and 12-fret neck, this guitar is the fingerpicker’s dream machine, perfect for Rags, Old Time, Doc Watson tunes or Appalachian ballads, and you can rely on the included K&K Pure Mini pickup to translate those tunes to the stage!
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.38 in Nut Width 1.88 in String Spacing 2.31 in Woods Spruce - Adirondack (Red), Rosewood - Brazilian 
Add to Compare2014 Sexauer Companion FT-0, Black Limba/Engelmann Spruce
Petite powerhouse! We love Bruce’s work; each piece is unique, and this Sexauer Companion is no exception: exceptional. Black Limba body paired with Engelmann Spruce on top and an easy-playing multiscale setup makes for a crisp, even voice that holds up as well for Standard as Altered Tunings. EVO frets will be holding up for a looong time before you’ll ever have to worry about a dress, and the incredibly slim weight of this FT-0 (a little over three pounds, really) means it’ll be a long time before you want to put it down.
Other keywords: lutherie, luthier, sexauer guitars, fan fret, fanned fret, multi scale, travel guitar, mini guitar
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.125 in - 25.375 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.313 in Woods Spruce - Engelmann, Limba - Black (Korina) 
Add to Compare2017 Sifel Creek 000-12 Fret Cocobolo/Tunnel 13 Redwood
Mike Byle, veteran of the guitar building world, has implemented decades of practice and experimentation in his new line of personal instruments under the label Sifel Creek Guitars, and we couldn’t be happier with the results! This 000-12 Fret has an easy richness across all the registers which translates into lush arrangements for fingerstyle and fat, juicy solos with a flatpick.
Cocobolo is always gorgeous, but the set for this back and sides is another order of magnitude, and is offset by curly Koa bindings and a celtic knot inlaid into the heel cap. For the Tunnel 13 Redwood top, Mike added an ultra-thin lamination of Spruce to strengthen the Redwood and allow the braces to be measureably lighter–the result is a Redwood top which approaches Spruce in its projection! Add to that a 12-fret neck for even more warmth, and you’re looking at an instrument which plays effortlessly and with a knack for dynamic, full technicolor arrangements.
SOLD Read moreScale Length 24.9 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.25 in Woods Redwood - Tunnel 13, Rosewood - Cocobolo 
Add to Compare1993 Sobell Double Decker, Brazilian Rosewood/German Spruce
One of the guys here had to stop playing this guitar when his hands started shaking: the response of this Double Decker is siesmic. Stefan Sobell makes an incredible guitar these days, and it’s obvious from guitars like this big boy from 1993 that he’s had his master’s touch for an incredibly long time.
This is the sort of guitar which, when played, can reduce a player to monosyllabic sentences. It’s hard to say anything more complex than, “Woah,” after you’ve experienced the sheer complexity of this guitar’s voice. The Mahogany neck features Sobell’s flattened C profile (slim and slick) and meets the body at the 12th fret, increasing the warmth of the mids and moving the bridge further down from the soundhole in order to better active the German Spruce top. The Brazilian Rosewood back and sides feature dramatic, twisting grain patterns and are still stable and crack free after 25 years of music.
The setup threads the needle for both fingerstyle and flatpicking, especially if you like going into dropped tunings. Just strum an open chord, and you’ll be amazed at the sheer volume of this Double Decker. The velvet-rich bass response pairs with sweet, fat trebles—and even when you dig in with aggressive attack the voice remains articulate and defined.
The Double Decker is a force of nature, plain and simple.
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.625 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.25 in Woods Spruce - German, Rosewood - Brazilian 
Add to Compare2018 Somogyi Duo: 000 Brazilian Rosewood/Sitka Spruce
This 000 from the one and only Ervin Somogyi is the first in a sequential set of two. Incredibly balanced and rich, this mid-sized monster has a lot going on. Just as with its Classical sibling, this 000 has Brazilian Rosewood for the back and sides along with Sitka Spruce on top. This body size showcases yet another dimension to Ervin’s prowess as a luthier, sweet mids, and powerful bass.
Please note this is being sold as apart of a duo set. Here’s a link to the Classical: https://www.dreamguitars.com/shop/instruments/guitars/2018-somogyi-classical-brazilian-rosewood-spruce-484/.
Other keywords/misspellings: Lutherie, hoffee, bespoke, 483, fingerstyle,
SOLD Read moreScale Length 24.9 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.25 in Woods Spruce - Sitka, Rosewood - Brazilian 
Add to Compare2018 Somogyi Duo, Brazilian Rosewood/Sitka Spruce
This exceptional collection showcases the artistry and craftsmanship of master luthier Ervin Somogyi, featuring two instruments that exemplify his dedication to tone, playability, and aesthetics. Each guitar is a testament to Somogyi’s expertise, a Classical, and a 000 model, all crafted from Sitka spruce and sequential sets of Brazilian rosewood. The result is a harmonious convergence of rich, resonant tones and visual elegance.
This duo of guitars represents the pinnacle of Somogyi’s lutherie skills, showcasing his mastery of form, function, and sound. They stand as a testament to his reputation as one of the world’s premier guitar makers, and a tribute to the enduring beauty and musicality of fine handcrafted instruments.
Other keywords and misspellings: hoffee, bespoke, 483,484, brazilain, lutherie, lutheir, guitarbuilding, fingerstyle, finger style
Add to Compare1974 Somogyi “The First Ever” Jumbo Maple/Sitka Spruce
Here we have the genesis of Modern Lutherie, Ervin Somogyi’s #1. It is with delight and great honor for us to have this in the shop. It’s safe to say that this instrument is the catalyst that led to the development of the world of the modern fingerstlye string guitar. Recently restored by the master himself, this Jumbo from 1974 is reinvigorated are and ready to be played. Ervin tediously revoiced, refinished, and updated his #1. An updated neck profile, reshaped headstock, enlarged soundhole–essentially everything but the label was improved by Ervin. To have one of the most important steel string guitars revitalized and restored by the grandfather of modern lutherie himself is a magical thing. This Flamed Maple back and sides, and the Sitka Spruce top are original to the 1974 build. You can sense in this instrument that Ervin was developing something new, exploring uncharted territory and here marrying that with the best of his modern voicing techniques and aesthetics. This is where dream started.
Other keywords/misspellings: Luthier, fingerstyle, bespoke, hoffee, boutique, historical, investment, stika, french polish
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.125 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 1.875 in Woods Spruce - Sitka, Maple - Flame 
Add to Compare2016 Somogyi Jumbo, Brazilian Rosewood/Sitka Spruce
Here at Dream Guitars we hold Ervin Somogyi, the grandfather of modern fingerstyle lutherie, in the highest esteem. How could we not? His designs and techniques have helped pave the way for an entirely new style of responsive guitar. So it comes as a special honor to have this 2016 Jumbo in our hands today. This is the third of a trio of bespoke builds Ervin crafted for a client, each featuring a unique patio stone headplate with Rodgers tuners, carved rosette, and sail boat inlaid at the heel. Brazilian Rosewood back and sides pairs with Sitka Spruce on top, plus a 26-25″ multiscale setup and 12 fret neck. The carved rosette is an incredibly intricate series of celtic hounds backed with red washi paper.
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25 in - 26 in Nut Width 1.781 in String Spacing 2.125 in Woods Spruce - Sitka, Rosewood - Brazilian 
Add to Compare2016 Somogyi 000 Cutaway, Brazilian Rosewood/Sitka Spruce
Here at Dream Guitars we hold Ervin Somogyi, the grandfather of modern fingerstyle lutherie, in the highest esteem. How could we not? His designs and techniques have helped pave the way for an entirely new style of responsive guitar. So it comes as a special honor to have this 2016 000 Cutaway in our hands today. This is the first of a trio of bespoke builds Ervin crafted for a client, each featuring a unique patio stone headplate with Rodgers tuners, carved rosette, and sail boat inlaid at the heel. Brazilian Rosewood back and sides pairs with Sitka Spruce on top, plus a 26-25″ multiscale setup and 12 fret neck. The carved rosette is an incredibly intricate series of knots backed with red washi paper.
Other keywords: lutherie, contemporary guitar, fan fret, fanned fret, 463, brazilain, hoffee, cutaway
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25 in - 26 in Nut Width 1.781 in String Spacing 2.188 in Woods Spruce - Sitka, Rosewood - Brazilian 
Add to Compare2007 Somogyi 000-12, Brazilian Rosewood/Bearclaw Sitka
It’s a sincere pleasure to meet guitars again after they’ve seen a bit of the world. Paul couldn’t agree more, when this Somogyi 000 came strolling in the door. He commissioned this very guitar from Ervin in 2007, and he pulled out every. single. stop to make sure it was the perfect instrument. Brazilian Rosewood to make your grandpa cry, a Bearclaw Sitka set on top, tight-grained and amber, custom Rodgers tuners, hand-carved rosette and end graft with a celtic flair—the list goes on. Paul ordered a 12-fret neck for this 000 to maximize the sweetness and warmth of the tone, and added a multiscale board (26” bass to 25” treble) to keep that sweetness and clarity across the myriad of tunings he employs. Right down to the asymmetrical neck carve (borrowed from Al Beardsell’s necks), laminated saddle, and scalloped nut, this Somogyi stands apart from the already rarified crowd that makes up Ervin’s body of work. Back at Dream Guitars for a reprised role as coolest guitar in the shop, this beauty is available for the next lucky owner to claim it!
Here are some samples of Paul playing this Somogyi in G Tuning, C9 Tuning, and Standard Tuning.
Here’s an additional video Paul recorded to thank Ervin for the guitar when it was first delivered: https://youtu.be/45Gcw7gkQLY
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25 in - 26 in Nut Width 1.81 in String Spacing 2.31 in Woods Spruce - Sitka, Rosewood - Brazilian 
Add to CompareBrand New Spohn 00 12-Fret, Birdseye Maple/Swiss Moonspruce
We just love Max Spohn’s contemporary flair, his expressive voicing, and great eye for tonewood. Even more, we love collaborating with Max on custom builds for our clients like this bespoke 00 12-Fret. Lovely figuring across the Birdseye Maple back and sides (matching up with the headstock veneers); Swiss Moonspruce on top with an offset geometric rosette and Ebony bindings—plus a sweet cardinal inlaid at the heelcap. Brass Scheller tuners round it out.
The voice is a delight. Small body roundness to the trebles, and there’s a meaty midrange (much more than we usually find on smaller bodies) that really fills it out. Note definition is crisp and smooth, with great balance across the registers. In short, it’s a helluva lot of tone from a petite package. It’s headed to its eager new home now! Give us a shout when you’re ready to commission your own.other keywords: fingerstyle, 2021, handmade, lutherie, rosette, spohn guitars, mainstage, 34, 12 fret, fingerstyle, luthier, guitarbuilding, custom guitar, bespoke guitar.
Add to Compare2013 TJ Thompson 00-30, Brazilian Rosewood/Adirondack Spruce
A piece of heaven from one of American lutherie’s greatest: this 2013 00-30 from T.J. Thompson. Brick-red Brazilian Rosewood back and sides with Adirondack Spruce top, a gorgeous tobacco sunburst, colorful marquetry trim and 12-fret neck; bespoke “flag” bridge and banjo tuners–a work of functional art. In true T.J. fashion, the unbound fingerboard utlizes bar frets, and the overall weight comes in right at four pounds. The finish has been removed from the back of the neck for an instantly familiar feel. This T.J. Thompson 00-30 is an heirloom instrument, the centerpiece of your lifetime collection.
Check out this additional video with the wonderful Mary Flower playing this TJ Thompson 00-30!: https://youtu.be/53wX0oWgUO8
Other keyword: lutherie, tj thompson, brazilain, adriondack
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.781 in String Spacing 2.313 in Woods Spruce - Adirondack (Red), Rosewood - Brazilian 
Add to Compare2013 Taylor Custom TF, Quilted Maple/Sitka Spruce
This Taylor Custom TF comes to us from 2013 with Quilted Maple back and sides, Sitka Spruce top, striking Koa bindings and arm bevel, plus rose and leaf inlays for a gorgeous aesthetic. 12 fret neck; extra Abalone trim; Taylor Expression II pickup system.
Other keywords: fingerstyle, bob taylor, 1108053154
SOLD Read moreScale Length 24.9 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.188 in Woods Spruce, Maple - Quilted 
Add to Compare2021 Taylor 912ce 12-Fret, Indian Rosewood/Sitka Spruce
The Grand Concert model from the 900 Series boasts all-solid tonewoods, V-Class bracing and a rich appointment package that makes it an inspiration in both sound and visuals. The 912ce’s compact body shape lends it an inviting, intimate feel while playing, made even more comfortable by the ebony radius-style armrest and slender Taylor neck. The interior bracing scheme adds more volume and sustain to complement the warmth and articulation of the rosewood/spruce tonewoods, resulting in a balanced sound with clear definition between notes that will especially please fingerstyle players. Appointments such as ebony binding and Ascension inlays in paua and pearl elevate this model’s visual character. It ships with ES2 electronics and a hardshell case.
SOLD Read moreScale Length 24.875 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.188 in Woods Spruce - Sitka, Rosewood - Indian 
Add to Compare2020 Taylor Custom GC 12-Fret, Queen’s Walnut/Sinker Redwood
Here’s a special treat from the fine folks at Taylor Guitars! Under the guidance of Andy Powers, they’ve moved in some pretty awesome directions, including this 2020 Custom GC 12-Fret with Queen’s Walnut and Sinker Redwood! The pairing of those two makes for a warm midrange and crisp trebles, plus an even note decay across the registers, made possible with Andy’s new V Class bracing system. Visually, the rich reds on top complement the dramatic and colorful figuring on the back, and Taylor finished this beauty in satin to let them both pop. Abalone top trim ties into the rosette for a tasteful touch of sparkle. 12 frets to the body plus a short scale setup make for an effortless playing experience—another hallmark of Taylor guitars. This one also features a slotted headstock to further set it apart.
Other keywords: bob taylor, fingerstyle, 12-fret, v-class, 1203180099
SOLD Read moreScale Length 24.875 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.25 in Woods Sinker Redwood, Walnut