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Brand New Altman A-D2, Madagascar Rosewood/Carpathian Spruce
Brand new Altman D-2—our first flattop offering from Altman in quite some time. This powerhouse features a Carpathian Spruce top and Madagascar Rosewood back and sides, with abalone appointments throughout, wide saddle spacing, and a full V-profile neck.
This guitar truly captures the classic bluegrass ideal of a “cannon”—it has everything you’re looking for, and it has it in abundance. One of those rare instruments that simply speaks for itself.
Other Keywords/misspellings: Luthier, lutherie, bespoke, blue grass, trad, evo frets
$10,775 Add to cartScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.313 in Woods Spruce - Adirondack (Red), Rosewood - Madagascar 
2022 Blazer & Henkes D-45, Reserve Mastergrade Brazilian Rosewood/Old Growth Adirondack Spruce
2022 Blazer & Henkes D-45
This guitar is built from Reserve Master Grade Brazilian Rosewood and Old Growth Adirondack Spruce, bringing these exceptional materials to their highest potential. Dressed in classic 45-style fashion, but make no mistake—this is not just about flash and looks. Sonically, it’s every bit as impressive as it is visually.
It comes with a full neck profile, a tortoise-style headplate with a torch inlay, ivoroid bindings, and 45-style abalone trim and appointments throughout.
But truly, this guitar speaks for itself. A magical creation from the workshop of Blazer & Henkes—one we will surely miss when it finds its next home.
Other keywords/misspellings: Luthier, lutherie, pre-war, dread, europe, adi, braz, 665
$23,400 Add to cartScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.313 in Woods Spruce - Adirondack (Red), Rosewood - Brazilian 
2005 Dudenbostel Super 21 Dreadnought, Honduran Rosewood/Red Spruce
Instruments from Lynn Dudenbostel are quite legendary, and for good reason. Built in 2005, this 21-style dreadnought, serial number 052, features Honduran Rosewood back and sides and a Red Spruce top, offering an incredibly powerful and sweet tone. With a V-profile neck and herringbone rosette, it’s an incredible modern interpretation of a classic design.
Other keywords/misspellings: Luthier, lutherie, bespoke, knoxville, bluegrass, traditional, trad
$16,640 Add to cartScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.313 in Woods Spruce - Adirondack (Red), Rosewood - Honduran 
2008 Henderson D-45, Brazilian Rosewood/Adirondack Spruce
This is why we are called Dream Guitars, because of instruments like this. Here we have a Henderson D-45 in Premium quality Adirondack (Red) Spruce and Brazilian Rosewood, that has been revoiced by the godfather of modern fingerstyle guitar himself Ervin Somogyi. This is an ultimate example of two worlds meeting in the realm of lutherie. This dreadnought maintains its flatpicking, and robust quality all the while preserving that power in the hands of a fingerstyle player. This instrument is truly one of a kind, and an absolute masterpiece at that, for the player and collector alike.
Other keywords/misspellings: Luthier, wayne, rugby, steel string, flat top, 431
$46,800 Add to cartScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.125 in Woods Spruce - Adirondack (Red), Rosewood - Brazilian 
2014 Keller Dreadnought, Brazilian Rosewood/Adirondack Spruce
We recently lost Michael Keller, and the luthier community feels that loss keenly. So we’re delighted to have this 2014 Dreadnought in the shop to honor his memory and find a new home for it. Eight years old and waking up very nicely, the voice is open and expressive with great note separation. As a result, it’s at home with fingerpicking as well as of course flatpicking. Brazilian Rosewood back and sides pair with Adirondack Spruce on top, Abalone trim and snowflakes/diamonds position markers–and Michael upgraded this Dread with a soundport in the upper bout side. This has the effect of giving the player a bit more “me in the monitor,” making it easier to hear your tone when playing with those pesky other musicians in the group. When you want to go electric, the installed Fishman Matrix Natural pickup will take you there.
Other keywords: luthier, keller guitars, dreadnaught, allen sadd, brazilain, adriondack
$7,800 Add to cartScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.25 in Woods Spruce - Adirondack (Red), Rosewood - Brazilian 
2006 Lucas LD-28, Brazilian Rosewood/Adirondack Spruce
Randy Lucas nails the classic American Dreadnought with this gorgeous LD-28 dread from 2006, dressed up with Brazilian Rosewood and Adirondack Spruce, herringbone trim, and ornate Abalone torch headstock. Today in 2022, this Lucas boasts a wide open and expressive voice, especially well balanced across the registers. Through saddle at the bridge with plenty of meat left and great break angle for the strings; Abalone snowflakes, diamonds, and squares along the fretboard; Ivoroid bindings plus Waverly tuners. Strap buttons have been installed at the heel and tail to allow you to strap up into the driver’s seat.
Here’s an additional demo with three-time National Flatpicking Champion Allen Shadd on this 2006 Lucas LD-28!: https://youtu.be/yWFfNBzACac
Other keywords: bluegrass, dreadnaught, dreadnaught, allen shadd, lucas guitars, flatpicking, 089, adriondack, brazilain
$8,840 Add to cartScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.25 in Woods Spruce - Adirondack (Red), Rosewood - Brazilian 
1954 Martin D-28, Brazilian Rosewood/Spruce
Oh, the sweets to be had with a well played and wide awake Martin D-28. This beau comes from 1954–70 years young today–and has seen lots of musical action since then. We always love to see a guitar that hasn’t hidden in the shadows, but instead has been out and about and making music. We’ve got Spruce on top, Brazilian Rosewood back and sides with some nice spiderwebbing in the figure, and a number of solid repairs from years of use. The top has the marks to prove it, and the neck is worn in with an instantly familiar feel.
Ready to step into a vintage Martin that’s seen lots of music, and is ready for even more? Give us a shout to schedule a live demo, or take it home on trial.
Other keywords/misspellings – d28, brazilain, 140188, dreadnaught, dreadnought, 50s
$15,600 Add to cartScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.68 in String Spacing 2.188 in Woods Spruce, Rosewood - Brazilian 
1951 Martin D-28, Brazilian Rosewood/Sitka Spruce
A great example of an early ’50s Martin D-28 that’s been played a lot over the years, and is in great playing shape for many more to come. This one comes to us from the period when Martin was still using Brazilian Rosewood back and sides, by the 1950s they were using Sitka Spruce tops. There are some repairs, see our specs tabs for more details, but our repair staff have gone over this instrument from tuners to tail to confirm a clean bill of health. 1951 is a good year with this beauty in your hands.
Other keywords/misspellings – cf martin, brazilain, vintage, dreadnought, dreadnaught, stika spruce, 121785
$19,760 Add to cartScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.625 in String Spacing 2.125 in Woods Spruce - Sitka, Rosewood - Brazilian 
2000 Martin D-28GE, Brazilian Rosewood/Adirondack Spruce
A few years back, Martin ran a limited series of Golden Era models that were absolute powerhouses, and have since been followed by the established Authentic line (also great guitars!). Today we’ve got one such model, a D-28GE from 2000 that is accordingly wide awake and singing. Brazilian Rosewood back and sides with Adirondack Spruce top, herringbone trim and zigzag backstrip, soft V neck with proper prewar girth, and open back Waverly nickel tuners on a squared off headstock. Slim playing weight under five pounds; forward-shifted and scalloped bracing.
Other keywords: dreadnaught, dreadnought, bluegrass, allen shadd, brazilain, adriondack
$11,440 Add to cartScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.25 in Woods Spruce - Adirondack (Red), Rosewood - Brazilian 
Brand New Musser Dreadnought The Tree Quilted Mahogany/Colorado Englemann Spruce
Don Musser makes some of our favorite Dreadnoughts, and this latest model dressed in “The Tree”, and Shadetop Colorado Engelmann Spruce does not disappoint. Brazilian rosewood bindings, and a rather unique Ocelot Ear, headplate veneer. This instrument is as interesting and beautiful sonically as it is aesthetically. The superlative D-18 style guitar, if you’re seeking the ultimate Mahogany guitar look no further.
Here’s an additional demo with Will Saylor playing this beautiful dreadnought: https://youtu.be/4KLIK4afKBE
Other keywords/misspellings: luthier, lutherie, dread, bluegrass,
$11,235 Add to cartScale Length 25.5 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.25 in Woods Spruce - Engelmann, Mahogany - The Tree 
1980 Olson Dreadnought, Indian Rosewood/Spruce
An extraordinary early gem from the legendary bench of Jim Olson—serial number 56, and the earliest Olson we’ve ever had the pleasure of offering here at Dream Guitars. This is a 1980 Olson Dreadnought built with Indian Rosewood back and sides paired with a Spruce top, and it’s a remarkable window into the genesis of one of the most sought-after modern luthiers in the world.
Already in this early work, you can see Jim experimenting with and refining the tonal architecture that would later define his signature sound: clarity, balance, and warmth, all housed in a traditional dreadnought frame. The Indian Rosewood delivers depth and power, while the Spruce top offers a quick, articulate response—qualities that have only improved with decades of play.
A Schertler Bluestick pickup has been installed, making this piece ready for the stage as well as the studio. And yes, this guitar has been played—and beautifully so. The honest play wear tells a story of music made and miles traveled, the kind of patina that speaks to a life well lived in sound. We love seeing instruments like this: well-loved, open, and alive.
For the collector, this is an incredibly rare opportunity to own a historically significant Olson, from a time before his waitlist stretched for years and his name became synonymous with bespoke tone. And for the player, it’s a chance to experience the roots of that Olson magic—warm, articulate, and undeniably musical.
Other keywords/misspellings: Luthier, lutherie, handmade, james taylor, 56
$14,040 Add to cartScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.688 in String Spacing 2.125 in Woods Spruce, Rosewood - Indian 
2017 Preston Thompson DBA-JW Jake Workman, Shipwreck Brazilian/Adirondack Spruce
We’re huge fans of Preston Thompson Guitars over here, ditto for Jake Workman of Skaggs’ Kentucky Thunder fame, so when those two came together you know the result is going to be special. In 2017 Jake spec’d this model out with Thompson’s Shipwreck stash of Brazilian Rosewood (basically unavailable today) and some tight-grained Adirondack Spruce on top, then combined that with a hybrid of 21 and 18-style appointments. K&K Trinity dual source pickup system and EVO frets are the icing on the cake. Moreso, the PKT team built this beau with a slender play weight which makes the guitar feel extra alive and singing in your hands. Add to that a fast neck and great setup, and this PKT DBA-JW is one of those rare guitars that can immediately take you out of yourself to get lost in the music.
Here’s an additional demo video with Dustin Furlow: https://youtu.be/XNJbnH-nBE4
Other keywords: lutherie, brazilain, adriondack, 1346, signature model, waverly
$17,160 Add to cartScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.313 in Woods Spruce - Adirondack (Red), 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 
2002 Santa Cruz VJ, Mahogany/Spruce
Get ready for the most intonated Santa Cruz you’ve ever seen. This 2002 Vintage Jumbo VJ model has been upfitted with a True Temper fingerboard by the fine folks at Texas Guitars, making this Santa Cruz perfect for the pitch perfectionist out there who needs their flattop to be spot on, every time. The VJ body is their take on the classic slope shoulder dreadnought design, here executed with Mahogany body and Spruce top, dark sunburst, and Ivoroid bindings. Throw in a Fishman Matrix pickup system, and you’re ready for juuuust about anything on this True Temper Santa Cruz VJ.
Here’s an additional video of Billy Presnell playing this Santa Cruz VJ: https://youtu.be/dPai2jKQdFg
Other keywords: 3661, lutherie, richard hoover, dreadnaught, true tempered, pich perfect, flat top
$5,200 Add to cartScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.188 in Woods Spruce, Maple - Flame 
Brand New Sonic Replica R, Mahogany/Italian Spruce
Brand new Sonic Replica R—Mahogany back and sides paired with Italian Spruce on top. The Sonic Replica Project is Galloup Studios’ deep dive into what makes vintage flattops so magical. Each Replica begins with a meticulously selected original—like this ’39 D-18—which is then reverse profiled using CT scanning to capture wood density, resonance patterns, and more. Every element, from top and back thickness to finish layers and deflection measurements, is accounted for. The goal? Not just to look the part, but to sound and feel like the real thing.
To date, Galloup Studios has profiled a 1937 D-18, a 1939 D-18, and a 1930 OM, with each Replica tagged with the original serial number followed by ‘SR’ to denote Sonic Replica. These aren’t just guitars—they’re rolling R&D, built to test and prove acoustic theories through fully functional instruments. A celebration of vintage tone with cutting-edge technique behind every note.
Other keywords/misspellings: Luthier, lutherie, bespoke, harptone, 2024
$7,800 Add to cartScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.688 in String Spacing 2.188 in Woods Spruce - Italian, Mahogany