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2006 R. Taylor Style 1 Cocobolo/Adirondack Red
Bob Taylor started his career as a solo guitar builder much like the many great builders of today. Anyone who’s played one of those early Taylors knows how different they are from the Taylor Factory guitars, more open, alive and complex in tone. The R. Taylor shop was setup to be a smaller shop approach to building, offering custom guitars. 5 Luthiers work in the shop and build instruments like this Cocobolo and Adirondack Style 1. This is a modified Dreadnought shape that can handle strumming, flatpicking and fingerstyle and do it all well. The tonewoods are beautiful and so is the resulting voice. This Style 1 R. Taylor guitar is in perfect, like-new condition.
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.5 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.19 in Woods Spruce - Adirondack (Red), Rosewood - Cocobolo 
2006 R.E. Phillips Tricone Cutaway, German Silver
We feel pretty confident saying that Ron Phillips has mastered his craft. These boutique-built resonators are well polished diamonds, every one, and this 2006 Tricone with a cutaway shines so bright. German Silver construction throughout with Flame Koa bindings over a Flame Maple neck; Waverly tuners; art deco-inspired aesthetics throughout the build. 12 frets to the body with a tricone resonator setup makes for a sweet, warm, intimate voice that’s a far cry from the shrill, smack-in-the-face tone of other metalbody resos. This beauty has gears. This is the first R.E. Phillips we’ve had in the shop featuring a cutaway—and we’re glad to have it! Not only does the Florentine point look great, it really affords the player uncompromised access for work at the top of the fretboard. This one is currently set up for slide work.
Other keywords: slide guitar, blues, dobro, reso guitar, fingerpicking, trycone,
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.313 in Woods Silver - German, Silver - German 
2006 Ron Phillips Parlor Resonator, German Silver
Rolls Royce meets Resonator: playing this 2006 Ron Phillips Parlor Resonator is an exercise in reso royalty. German Silver construction throughout, 12 frets to the body, and Ron’s art deco aesthetic all come together in a parlor-sized package that’s as easy on the eyes as it is on the ears. Our Phillips is an obvious choice for Open D or Open G, but honestly it sounds fantastic even in Standard, with a hybrid setup that works for fingers and slide. The sort of Resonator that you instantly settle into, lose track of time with, never want to let go.
Other keywords: slide guitar, blues, dobro, reso guitar, boutique, fingerpicking
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.25 in Woods Silver - German, Silver - German 
2007 Phillips Large Parlor German Silver
Resonators just don’t come as slick as this. Ron Phillips’ hands have crafted numerous powerhouse resonator guitars, but this large-bodied Parlor has got to be one of the cleanest, most angelic voices we’ve had the pleasure of hearing in the shop. Slide players, in particular, will love the setup, and that extra peppering of smooth, silky tone that only the German Silver body Phillips’ hand-spun aluminum resonator cone can provide. The predominant aesthetic in Ron’s work is influenced by the Art Deco movement–which this Resonator Guitar exhibits in the elongated and asymmetrical F-holes and the dashed arrows encircling the bridge.With a voice so moving and sustained, it’s no wonder Phillips’ large-bodied Parlor model is so successful: thanks to that custom resonator cone, the guitar has crystalline clarity and a clean energy to the setup.
SOLD Read moreScale Length 24.5 in Nut Width 1.719 in String Spacing 2.25 in Woods Silver - German, Silver - German 
2012 Phillips Parlor German Silver/German Silver
Nothing sends shivers up your spine like a slide guitar in an open minor tuning. Similarly, nothing quite captures the kind of contentment that comes from playing old Blues numbers on your porch after a long day’s work like a metal resonator guitar in your lap. In this 2012 small-bodied Parlor from R.E. Phillips, you get both.Phillips has done a number on us this time: with a small but deep-bodied Parlor built from German Silver and his own resonator cone, Phillips has created a metal-bodied resonator guitar that is just as rich, dynamic, and elegant as its wooden-bodied brethren. For starters, German Silver has a clean, expressive tone, not warm like brass, not bright like steel. If German Silver were a wood, it would be a Rosewood for how much richer its voice is than other metals. The smaller body is amazingly easy to play, and the setup is excellent for slide or regular fingering. We tried out a number of different tunings on this Parlor, but we kept coming back to DADFAD and Open G–something about the elegant coolness of the German Silver turns the spooky factor up to eleven on minor tunings.Phillips’ Art Deco sympathies are evident in the design aesthetic of the F Holes and the diamond-over-mesh motif, which further help set it apart from other resonator guitars, while not being outlandish or inaccessibly appointed. It’s a classier resonator than you’re used to, but it can growl and scream with the best of them.
SOLD Read moreScale Length 24.625 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.31 in Woods Silver - German, Silver - German 
2009 Phillips Parlor German Silver, Handmade
Ron Phillips hand makes his resonators with vintage style and big tone. He specializes in small body resos, like this little Parlor. It has a big authentic sound that is rich with overtones. Some of the country blues players Ron has built for include: late John Jackson and John Cephas, Del Rey, Steve James, Robert Lowery, Andra Faye, Annie Raines, Cathy Fink and many more. German Silver and handspun cones give Phillips Resonators a round attack that is full and powerful. This 2009 model is in excellent condition, dont’ miss adding a special voice to your collection.
2005 Phillips Parlor German Silver, Handmade
Ron Phillips is one of the few custom builders making resonators completely by hand right down to spinning his own cones. This cutaway Parlor design was made popular by Del Rey, one of many fine guitarists who play Phillips resonators. Others include Orville Johnson and the late great, John Jackson. The key element of Phillips resonators is the round attack that is reminiscent of the 1920 Nationals. This guitar has a fat and mellow tone with power to spare. The small body is a joy to hold sitting or standing.
SOLD Read moreScale Length 24.5 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.25 in Woods xx, Silver - German 
2006 Phillips Resonator Parlor Cutaway German Silver
Ron Phillips is one of the few custom builders making resonators completely by hand right down to spinning his own cones. This cutaway Parlor design was made popular by Del Rey, one of many fine guitarists who play Phillips resonators. Others include Orville Johnson and the late great, John Jackson. The key element of Phillips resonators is the round attack that is reminiscent of the 1920 Nationals. This guitar has a fat and mellow tone with power to spare. The small body is a joy to hold sitting or standing.
SOLD Read moreScale Length 24.5 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.31 in Woods xx, Silver - German 
2005 Phillips Parlor Resophonic Steel/Steel
Ron Phillips hand makes his resonators with vintage style and big tone. He specializes in small body resos, like this little Parlor, that have a big bark. Del Rey, the late John Jackson, Orville Johnson and many other great slide players have turned to Ron to find their voice. This little beast is a steel body with a powder coat finish so it’s as easy to take care of as it is to play. It sounds great played fingerstyle or slide and is setup to move between the two.
2005 Phillips OM German Silver/German Silver
Ron Phillips started years ago making by hand his exquisite metal body resonator guitars. He uses German Silver and spins his own cones which enables him to get his distinctive sound that is at once powerful and mellow. It is reminiscent of a 1920s National that has matured fully. The attack is not as harsh as some resos and overtones are very musical. His OM body is 14 3/4″ at the lower bout and has a rich, full sound that is equally at home accompanying voice or playing slide or fingerstyle. The woven grills and diamond cone cover grills are not only beautiful but really allow the sound to come forth proudly and his laminated neck is ultra stable. If you’ve been searching for a higher quality resonator guitar, you’ll love Ron Phillips’ guitars.
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.69 in String Spacing 2.31 in Woods Silver - German, Silver - German 
2012 Moreno Flamenco Indian/Spruce
When you lay hands on an instrument made by Rafael Moreno Rodriguez, you realize that not all guitars are created equal, and the guitar in your hands stands head and shoulders above the rest. Having learned the art of lutherie from masters Manuel Lopez Bellido, Antonio Marin, and Eduardo Ferrer, Moreno combines the tried-and-true techniques of his forebears with a contemporary voicing, yielding exceptionally robust instruments. This is the kind of builder who refuses to outsource, preferring to maintain his shop by himself, working almost exclusively with hand tools.
Moreno only builds one grade of guitar: he can’t fathom building with less than his best effort. Crafted with the utmost attention to detail, where patience and quiet confidence reign, this Flamenco Moreno combines the energy and zeal of a Flamenco with the richness and sonority of a Classical. For the guitarist who craves an instrument designed to maximize their dynamic range, this is the holy grail. The trebles are shimmering, and the low end has delicious amounts of snap—perfect for your favorite emotive Flamenco pieces.
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.59 in Nut Width 2.13 in String Spacing 2.28 in Woods Spruce, Rosewood - Indian 
2006 Moreno Flamenco Negra Brazilian/Spruce
Rafael Moreno is a rising star building in Andalucia Spain, known for it’s long history of Flamenco guitar. This Flamenco Negra model is crafted from Brazilian Rosewood and Spruce and is a true Flamenco design. The bracing, bridge and setup all come together for a strong, aggressive sound with the desired growl but also the warmth and beauty desired in a Negra. These guitars sell for $7000 new, so this is a wonderful value in a concert level instrument.
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.59 in Nut Width 2.09 in String Spacing 2.28 in Woods Spruce, Rosewood - Brazilian 
Brand New Rainsong CO-WS1000N2KC WS Concert “Birds” Limited Edition, All-Carbon Fiber
Limited to only three pieces, the Ltd. WS Concert “Birds” combines the warm, nuanced sound of Rainsong’s Unidirectional Carbon Fiber top with a stunning appearance unique to each guitar. A custom “Birds” motif covers the entire instrument, and a K&K Pure Mini pickup is included.
Every Concert Series guitar is equipped with a unidirectional carbon top. While that sounds like science lab stuff – and it is – what results is the thinnest, lightest tops we make.
SOLD Sale! Read moreScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.1875 in Woods Carbon Fiber, Carbon Fiber 
Brand New Rainsong V-PA9000NSC PA Nylon String Cedar Custom, Carbon Fiber & Carbon Fiber/Cedar Hybrid
Rainsong’s PA model combines a traditional, compact parlor shape with a modern Venetian cutaway for a perfectly proportioned, intimate playing experience. Though a little guitar, it packs a full, bright sound with RainSong’s trademark depth. With this custom build, they’ve gone two steps further by combining a nylon string setup with their Soundboard Fusion Technology (SFT) Cedar/Carbon Fiber hybrid top. Add an L.R. Baggs StagePro Element pickup system and you’ve got a custom Rainsong for all applications.
Other keywords: fingerstyle, nylon-string, classical crossover,
SOLD Sale! Read moreScale Length 24.9 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.188 in Woods Cedar, Carbon Fiber 
Brand New Rainsong N-WS1000N2XC WS Nashville Custom, Carbon Fiber & Carbon Fiber/Spruce Hybrid
Combining the best qualities of large and small-bodied guitars, the WS excels in a wide variety of situations. Impeccably balanced, its shapely curves and light weight make it exceedingly comfortable, while its ringing treble and articulate mids complement deep, rich bass.
Embracing their proprietary Soundboard Fusion Technology (SFT), each vintage-series guitar boasts the old-school look of a genuine spruce top. By fusing the tonewood with carbon fiber construction, the players gets the best of both worlds.
This WS Nashville is a custom build with white pinstripe appointments plus sunburst top and an L.R. Baggs StagePro Anthem pickup system.
Other keywords: fingerpicking, carbon fiber guitar, rain song
SOLD Sale! Read moreScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.1875 in Woods Carbon Fiber/Spruce, Carbon Fiber