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Add to Compare2004 Moll Quat-Not-Troport Flamed Maple/Adirondack
Simply Stunning Custom Quat-Not-Troport Archtop by Bill Moll. This very special guitar is one of a kind and is based on John Monteleone’s Quattroport design. Outstanding workmanship and incredible tone that has attributes of a Fine Archtop and Flattop and is equally at home playing straight ahead Jazz or Fingerstyle Blues. Excellent volume and clarity thanks to the three extra sound ports on the bass side of the body and the stunningly flamed Bigleaf Maple back and sides and Adirondack Spruce top. There is also a Piezo pickup built in. The tailpiece, fingerboard and pickguard are each crafted from figured Macassar Ebony in stunning detail. Superbly playable, this instrument is an attention-getter.
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.81 in String Spacing 2.06 in Woods Spruce - Adirondack (Red), Maple - Bigleaf 
Add to Compare2001 Monrad Classical, Madagascar Rosewood/Cedar
Eric Monrad is one of the finest American classical guitar makers. Every one of his instruments that we see are expressive and inspiring. This guitar, with its Madagascar Rosewood and Cedar body, makes it very easy to be expressive and colorful in your playing. There is ample power and projection in this fine Monrad from 2001. The tone is simply exquisite with full bass and strong trebles. The Madagascar Rosewood here is simply stunning, and pairs handsomely with Cedar for a warm midrange but very crisp treble response. This one comes to us from 2001, and is ready for action with fresh refinish by our own repair shop–and what a beauty!
Other keywords: nylon string, classical, monrad guitar, fingerstyle, steve newbrough, fingerpicking, madagascar/cedar, hiscox
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.6 in Nut Width 2.08 in String Spacing 2.28 in Woods Cedar, Rosewood - Madagascar 
Add to Compare2005 Monrad Classical East Indian/European
Over the years, we’ve had a number of guitars pass from Eric Monrad’s shop and into ours, each with its own unique flavor. This 2005 Classical, dubbed “Si Puedo” on the label, might be the champion. Utilizing the classic combination of East Indian Rosewood for the back and sides and European Spruce (here with gorgeous bear claw figure) for the top, Monrad is able to offer a classical with excellent balance across all the registers and trebles that are clean and present.
Eric’s been building fulltime since 1992, with decades of repair experience before that, so it comes as no surprise that his instruments are all superbly constructed, and have a proclivity towards lasting sustain–this 2005 is resonant enough to start singing as soon as you open its TKL hardshell case. Featuring Monrad’s trademark attention to detail, the inlaid binding on the heel and the marquetry along the headstock and around the soundhole are gorgeous, subtle, and tastefully original. Finally, Eric finished this Classical, as he does with all his instruments, with French Polish to ensure the plates are as uninhibited and responsive as possible, and Rodgers tuners custom made to Eric’s design.
SOLD Sale! Read moreScale Length 25.59 in Nut Width 2.08 in String Spacing 2.24 in Woods Spruce - European, Rosewood - Indian 
Add to Compare2006 Monrad Classical Piano Series Madagascar/European
This special Monrad Concert guitar is part of Eric’s piano series. Made with 100 year old piano soundboard braces. It features a European Spruce top from Italy and stunning Madagascar Rosewood for the back and sides. In addition there are compensated nut and saddle using the G. Beyers system and four-piece laminated structural lining at top/sides for stiffness.
The rosette and tie block feature Koa and Satinwood for graceful appeal. But with one simply strike of the string what this really is is an amazing instrument full of music. This guitar is as loud as many double tops we see but with unlimited lyricism and beauty. We have rarely seen an instrument with such projection, clarity, balance and heart-wrenching beauty of voice. Comes complete with a Calton Flight case, a $900 value. This is why we do what we do…
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.59 in Nut Width 2.05 in String Spacing 2.26 in Woods Spruce - European, Rosewood - Madagascar 
Add to Compare2002 Monrad Classical Madagascar/European
This 2002 Monrad Concert guitar features a custom wooden crown rosette. The body is stunning Madagascar Rosewood and European Spruce. Special details in addition to the rosette include the wonderful heel cap perfling and an backplate.The voice is all Eric Monrad, clear and powerful. It’s easy to play with emotion and dynamic range. Every note rings out over the entire fingerboard as well.
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.59 in Nut Width 2.05 in String Spacing 2.24 in Woods Spruce - European, Rosewood - Madagascar 
Add to Compare2002 Monrad Classical Indian/Bearclaw European
Eric Monrad is one of the finest American classical guitar makers. Every one of his instruments that we see are expressive and inspiring. The treble strings on this lovely classical are astonishing in there volume and clarity. It is very easy to be expressive and colorful in your playing. There is more than ample power and projection as well. As players we really appreciate the compensated saddle which makes the intonation superb. Now for the aesthetics… sublime beauty comes from the wood choices. Foremost is the bearclaw European Spruce top, but there are also highly figured Koa bindings, a gorgeous wheat motif in the rosette and echoed on the headstock. Finally there are handcrafted Rodgers Tuners in Brass with Koa buttons.
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.59 in Nut Width 2.08 in String Spacing 2.28 in Woods xx, Rosewood - Madagascar 
Add to Compare2004 Monrad Classical Indian/European Spruce
Eric Monrad is very well known among classical guitarists. He builds an extremely expressive instrument that can capture the nuance of the repertoire and the player. This concert guitar has wonderful colors available when you vary the right hand position and attach. It is extremely clear and balance on every fret and always lyrical. The master grade Indian Rosewood and European Spruce top insure the best possible tone and the details are simply exquisite.
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.59 in Nut Width 2.05 in String Spacing 2.28 in Woods Spruce - European, Rosewood - Indian 
Add to Compare2017 Monteleone Speciale, Maple/Spruce
A truly legendary guitar we have here, this 2017 Monteleone Speciale in Maple and Spruce. What a gorgeous instrument, sonically and visually–ample evidence for why John is compared to the likes of Stradivari and DaVinci. Sports a Kent Armstrong pickup, with stunning figured ebony appointments throughout. This guitar belongs on the stage, the studio, even the Metropolitan Museum of Art. This guitar is about as close as one can get to the musical equivalent of Excalibur.
Other keywords/misspellings: Luthier, lutherie, archtop, jazz, John, Mark Knopfler, Frank Vignola,
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.625 in Nut Width 1.718 in String Spacing 2.125 in Woods Spruce, Maple 
Add to Compare1998 Monteleone Radio Flyer, Red Maple/Adirondack
A thing of beauty is a Monteleone. We are fortunate to have acquired an exquisite sample of John’s masterwork that’s been kept in excellent condition since its birth in 1998: a Radio Flyer in flamed Red Maple and Adirondack Spruce. 17 inches across the lower bout, 3 inches deep at the sides, gently radiused back and sides, African Ebony tailpiece, bridge, and pickguard, 1 13/16” nut—the dressings of archtop royalty. Bound in Red Maple, and with a Red Maple neck, this Monteleone reminds us just how beautiful flamed Maple can be, and John hand-rubbed Nitrocellulose finish has adopted a honey amber patina to bring the Adirondack and Maple together.
In spite of a generous lower bout, this archtop is built light and airy, and its voice lines up accordingly. We were delighted to find trebles which absolutely sang, and meshed smoothly with an overall middle register emphasis that lent the tone an simultaneously crisp and woody flavor. John describes the sound of individual notes on an archtop as articulate bubbles, and we find the description fitting: there’s a well-defined pop that separates each note and keeps solos ringing and chords clear. With a gentle fingerstyle touch, the Radio Flyer could purr; dig in with a pick to accentuate an agile, airy response. A colorful splash of treble overtones bloom when played softly, keeping the voice clean and lively even when quiet.
In short, this is one of the finest archtop guitars we’ve ever laid hands or eyes on. It’s an honor to offer a piece of functional art of this calibre from John Monteleone.
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.81 in String Spacing 2.06 in Woods Spruce - Adirondack (Red), Maple - Red 
Add to Compare2005 Antonio Marin Montero Bouchet, Brazilian Rosewood/European Spruce
Just when we thought our Classical selection was complete, we stumbled across this gem! A 2005 Bouchet model from modern master Antonio Marin Montero himself. Complete with Brazilian Rosewood and European Spruce, this Classical can offer you sparkling trebles and resounding depth across the lower registers. The last Bouchet we had in the shop from Montero was superb; this one is just as jaw-dropping. With a ligthweight build that feels weightless in your lap, this Classical has a silk-smooth setup for effortless playing, and provides haunting overtones across the upper register, and with sustain as prolonged as this guitar can produce, the air around you swimming with rich notes.
One of the foremost Classical builders working today, Montero is known for his craftsmanship, and for the difficulty one experiences in trying to acquire one of his guitars for themselves, so we would recommend laying your hands on this one before it disappears; Classicals of this calibre don’t wait around collecting dust.
Here’s an additional demo to check out! https://youtu.be/jFkDRW2BpbA.
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.59 in Nut Width 2.07 in String Spacing 2.31 in Woods Spruce - European, Rosewood - Brazilian 
Add to Compare2001 Antonio Marin Montero Bouchet, Brazilian Rosewood/Spruce
A Bouchet model from Antonio Marin Montero from 2001, decked out with Brazilian Rosewood and Spruce, makes for an impressive guitar indeed. This beauty has been lovingly played in, and is wide awake with over 20 years under its belt. Build weight is a slim 3.5lbs, with 650mm scale and 52mm nut. A slightly fuller neck profile feels lovely in hand, especially if you have larger hands, and the setup is right in the pocket to boot. French Polish finish throughout, from such a master as Marin Montero, is fantastically transparent and keeps the soundboard as light and resonant as possible.
Other keywords: lutherie, guitarbuilding, nylon string, concert classical, 334, andy jurik
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.6 in Nut Width 2 in String Spacing 2.25 in Woods Spruce, Rosewood - Brazilian 
Add to Compare2016 Antonio Marin Montero, Indian Rosewood/Spruce
We’re excited to offer this single owner Montero built in 2016 with Spruce over Rosewood and 650mm scale. The voice is lively and rich in equal measure, and responds handsomely to a range of attacks. The fan-braced top is light and expressive (the overall build weight is a touch under 3.5lbs), with Montero’s use of French Polishing keeps that weight down and the string energy up. Spanish Cedar neck with Rubner tuners, and understated Rosewood body bindings to tie the package together. Antonio Marin Montero is one of the most revered Granada builders, and his Classicals are coveted by collectors and players alike—this beauty is the instrument of a lifetime.
Other keywords: lutherie, guitarbuilding, nylon string, concert classical, 1350
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.6 in Nut Width 2.06 in String Spacing 2.23 in Woods Spruce, Rosewood - Indian 
Add to Compare2013 Antonio Marin Montero, Brazilian Rosewood/German Spruce
Widely regarded as one of the architects of the Granada style, Antonio Marin Montero is a household name in the Classical world. We are always grateful when one of his pieces passes through our shop, and our latest one does not disappoint one bit. This beauty was built in 2013 with Brazilian Rosewood and German Spruce at a slim play weight of three-and-a-half pounds. A smooth, round response in the trebles balances sweetly with a warm, articulate midrange. This one plays handsomely, and has opened up handsomely too.
Other keywords: lutherie, guitarbuilding, nylon string, concert classical, brazilain, ameritage
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.6 in Nut Width 2.05 in String Spacing 2.28 in Woods Spruce - German, Rosewood - Brazilian 
Add to Compare2006 Antonio Marin Montero Bouchet Brazilian/Spruce
This 2006 Bouchet model from the father of the Granada school of builders, Antonio Marin, is richer than King Midas and sweeter than ambrosia. Featuring a fabulous set of Brazilian Rosewood for the back and sides and Spruce top, this Bouchet model is beautiful to both the eye and the ear–and both your left and right hands, as the setup on this Classical is glass-smooth and effortless to play.
We found the trebles to be energetic and vibrant, with a quick response that had notes leaping off the fretboard. When played in the upper registers, the treble strings are round, complex, and projective. By comparison, the bass strings are rich but with a pronounced clarity that fills out the voice and balances the lively trebles. Finding a Marin is difficult enough, but finding one with such evenness of tone and depth of voice is even harder; this one won’t linger long in the shop.
SOLD Sale! Read moreScale Length 25.59 in Nut Width 2.05 in String Spacing 2.28 in Woods xx, Rosewood - Brazilian 
Add to CompareNew Montero, Antonio Marin Bouchet Caviuna/Spruce
This brand-new Bouchet model from Antonio Marin Montero sings as though from a forgotten age. Dark and moody, with an absorbing richness and umber fundamental, this Bouchet has a voice at once entoxicating and envigorating.To play this Classical is to engage in an almost spiritual experience. Montero has somehow achieved the impossible: he’s built a new instrument which already sounds as though lifetimes have passed through its Caviuna back and sides, its Spruce top, Cedar neck, nylon strings, Rubner tuners, Ebony fretboard. There are no soft notes across the fretboard, just as there is no attenuation in the trebles–they sing clearly from the nut to the soundhole.We cannot stress enough how hauntingly beautiful this Bouchet model sings. Please, do the right thing and come play it.