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Add to CompareNew Veillette Gryphon 12 String Mahogany/Sitka
We suggested to Joe Veillette that he try an oval hole design for his Gryphon High Tuned 12 strings and here it is. This new look is very classy and sophisticated. This one is crafted from mahogany and spruce for the body, has a soft sunburst, onboard DTAR Wavelength 18v pickup system and an onboard tuner that is super easy to use. We finished it off with an upgrade to a hardshell case. We absolutely love this design by Joe Veillette, imagine a glorious sounding 12 string capoed at the 10th fret. That what you get hear, a short scale, easy to play unison 12 string (no octaves), that’s tuned high to D. The result is a huge and beautiful double course sound, like a mandolin only richer and warmer. Any guitarist can play it, using everything you already know, but you’ll get a fresh sound that will inspire you and your band.
SOLD Read moreScale Length 18.5 in Nut Width 1.88 in String Spacing 2.38 in Woods Spruce - Sitka, Mahogany 
Add to CompareNew Custom Veillette Gryphon Mahogany/Sitka Sunburst Pickup/Tuner/Hardshell
We custom ordered this Veillette High Tuned 12 string Gryphon with everything you could ask for. It starts with mahogany and spruce for the body, we then added a deep red sunburst, onboared DTAR Wavelenght 18v pickup system and an onboard tuner that is super easy to use. We finished it off with an upgrade to a hardshell case. We absolutely love this design by Joe Veillette, imagine a glorious sounding 12 string capoed at the 10th fret. That what you get hear, a short scale, easy to play unison 12 string (no octaves), that’s tuned high to D. The result is a huge and beautiful double course sound, like a mandolin only richer and warmer. Any guitarist can play it, using everything you already know, but you’ll get a fresh sound that will inspire you and your band.
SOLD Read moreScale Length 18.5 in Nut Width 1.88 in String Spacing 2.38 in Woods Spruce - Sitka, Mahogany 
Add to CompareNew Veillette Gryphon High Tuned 12 String Honduran Mahogany/Spruce
Over the years Joe Veillette has worked for a long list of star clients which include the likes of Dave Matthews, Jorma Kaukonen, David Lindley, Kaki King, Ani DiFranco and many others. Often his work included designing unique instruments to fit the needs of pro musicians. His newest design is this, the Gryphon High Tuned 12 string guitar. In short the Gryphon is a 18.5″ scale 12 string guitar tuned up to high D, just below the octave of normal guitar tuning. This gives the Gryphon a mandolin-like sound, though much more colorful and musical, yet it can be played like a regular guitar. Our first reaction was utter amazement at the lush tone and we can see this being extremely useful in many settings from stage to recording. The audio clips say it all, so be sure to listen to this one. The new Gryphon High 12 String from Joe Veillette Guitars of Woodstock, NY. Click here to see Paul Brett perform a piece on a Gryphon.
SOLD Read moreScale Length 18.5 in Nut Width 2 in String Spacing 2.25 in Woods Spruce, Mahogany - Honduran 
Add to CompareNew Veillette Gryphon High Tuned 12 String Mahogany/Sitka
Over the years Joe Veillette has worked for a long list of star clients which include the likes of Dave Matthews, Jorma Kaukonen, David Lindley, Kaki King, Ani DiFranco and many others. Often his work included designing unique instruments to fit the needs of pro musicians. His newest design is this, the Gryphon High Tuned 12 string guitar. In short the Gryphon is a 18.5″ scale 12 string guitar tuned up to high D, just below the octave of normal guitar tuning. This gives the Gryphon a mandolin-like sound, though much more colorful and musical, yet it can be played like a regular guitar. Our first reaction was utter amazement at the lush tone and we can see this being extremely useful in many settings from stage to recording. The audio clips say it all, so be sure to listen to this one. The new Gryphon High 12 String from Joe Veillette Guitars of Woodstock, NY. Click here to see Paul Brett perform a piece on a Gryphon.
SOLD Read moreScale Length 18.5 in Nut Width 2 in String Spacing 2.31 in Woods Spruce - Sitka, Mahogany 
Add to CompareVeillette 12-string Flamed Maple/Sitka
Joe Veillette knows how to make a 12 string that is extremely easy to play. If you longed for that shimmering 12 string voice but you’ve been waiting for one that plays as easy as a 6 string, here you go. With the zero-fret and true neck the action is nice and low without any buzz. The voice is brilliant and musical from the Maple/Spruce body and the cutaway, soundport and pickup make it one versatile instrument as well, not to mention gorgeous…
SOLD Read moreScale Length 24 in Nut Width 1.88 in String Spacing 2.13 in Woods Spruce - Sitka, Maple 
Add to CompareVeillette Gryphon High 12 Short Scale, High Tuned 12 Flamed Maple, Non-Cutaway
Here we have the first Veillette Gryphon in Joe’s new non-cutaway body shape. Over the years Joe Veillette has worked for a long list of star clients which include the likes of Dave Matthews, Jorma Kaukonen, David Lindley, Kaki King, Ani DiFranco and many others. Often his work included designing unique instruments to fit the needs of pro musicians. His newest design is this, the Gryphon High Tuned 12 string guitar. In short the Gryphon is a 18.5″ scale 12 string guitar tuned up to high D, just below the octave of normal guitar tuning. This gives the Gryphon a mandolin-like sound, though much more colorful and musical, yet it can be played like a regular guitar. Our first reaction was utter amazement at the lush tone and we can see this being extremely useful in many settings from stage to recording. The audio clips say it all, so be sure to listen to this one. The new Gryphon High 12 String from Joe Veillette Guitars of Woodstock, NY.
SOLD Read moreScale Length 18.5 in Nut Width 2 in String Spacing 2.31 in Woods Spruce - Sitka, Maple 
Add to CompareVeillette Baritone 12 All Mahogany D-TAR Pickup
The Baritone guitar is quickly gaining in popularity as players discover the wonderous array of colors playing in the lower register offers. From fingerstyle to accompaniment, the versatility of a Baritone can’t be denied. Add a capo and you can go right back to standard pitch. The latest twist is the 12 Baritone which combines the sweet low range with the shimmer of octave strings for a new and fresh sound that is at once inspiring and practical. This sound fits in beautifully in an ensemble and also stands on its own for solo work. Joe Veillette’s Baritone 12 is super easy to play as well and comes fitted with an 18 volt pickup system from DTAR.
SOLD Read moreScale Length 26.1 in Nut Width 1.94 in String Spacing 2.31 in Woods Mahogany, Mahogany 
Add to Compare2007 Veillette 12 String Baritone Mahogany/Sitka
The Baritone guitar is quickly gaining in popularity as players discover the wondrous array of colors playing in the lower register offers. From fingerstyle to accompaniment, the versatility of a Baritone can’t be denied. Add a capo and you can go right back to standard pitch. The latest twist is the 12 Baritone which combines the sweet low range with the shimmer of octave strings for a new and fresh sound that is at once inspiring and practical. This sound fits in beautifully in an ensemble and also stands on it’s own for solo work. Joe Veillette’s Baritone 12 is super easy to play as well and comes fitted with an 18 volt pickup system from DTAR.
SOLD Read moreScale Length 26.1 in Nut Width 1.94 in String Spacing 2.31 in Woods Spruce - Sitka, Mahogany 
Add to Compare1966 Manuel Velazquez Concert Classical, Brazilian Rosewood/Spruce
This is a piece of history, and it sings so sweet. New York’s own Manuel Velazquez built many of the U.S.’s finest Classical guitars from the mid 1900s all the way into the 2000s, and we’ve come across a beautiful example of his work from 1966 with this Concert Classical. Dark, dark Brazilian Rosewood paired with an amber-tinged Spruce top and Rosewood bindings. 650mm scale, 54mm nut, and a lovely playability as confirmed by our repair staff as they inspected the instrument, giving it a clean bill of health. There are some player marks on the top and neck which attest to this Velazquez having been played in handsomely in the past almost 60 years, and it responds easily to a variety of attacks. The bass register is well defined with a warm center, and the trebles pair oh so sweetly.
Check out an additional demo with our own Andy Jurik here: https://youtu.be/zLFj6w4mc4E.
Other keywords: lutherie, classical music, luthier, puerto rico, fingerstyle, nylon string, brazilain, concert guitar
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.6 in Nut Width 2.125 in String Spacing 2.25 in Woods Spruce, Rosewood - Brazilian 
Add to Compare1998 Manuel Velazquez Concert Classical, Malaysian Blackwood/Spruce
One of the most revered classical luthiers of the 21st century, Manuel Velazquez’s career boasts decades of incredible work. This lovely number from 1998 comes to us towards the last epoch of that career, and it’s got all the benefits that a master’s touch can provide after so many years’ experience. Such a lovely example of Velazquez’s work, this Classical plays effortlessly and has a sweet mixture of velvety bass and crisp, clear trebles. This is truly a lifetime instrument for its next lucky owner, coming from a lifetime of experience at the hands of Velazquez.
Other keywords: andy jurik, fingerstyle, nylon string, concert classical, black wood, lutherie, luthier, crossrock
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.625 in Nut Width 2.063 in String Spacing 2.25 in Woods Spruce, Blackwood - Malaysian 
Add to Compare2020 Walter Verreydt, Brazilian Rosewood/European Spruce
Belgian luthier Walter Verreydt has been a mainstay in the world of lutherie for decades, teaching at the Centrum voor Muziekinstrumentenbouw in Belgium since 1988. We’re grateful for the opportunity to offer this 2020 Premium model outfitted with top shelf tonewoods and intricate marquetry. Gorgeous Brazilian Rosewood back and sides (with contrasting black silk lines and chocolate browns); European Spruce on top adorned with diamond purflings and an exquisitely detailed rosette; lattice bracing and elegant Scheller tuners. French Polished throughout to let these woods shine. The voice is characterized by a smoothness and balance across the registers that really lets chords ring out with clarity and definition. The bass register has a lively, focused nature with loots of projection, and pairs up sweetly with a crisp top end.
Other keywords: classical guitar, classical, nylon string, luthier, lutherie, fingerstyle, marquetry, handmade, french polished, steve newbrough, andy jurik, siccas, hiscox, 270
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.6 in Nut Width 2 in String Spacing 2.313 in Woods Spruce - European, Rosewood - Brazilian 
Add to Compare2017 Vines Artisan, Malaysian Blackwood/Carpathian Spruce
Silk-smooth playability and velvet in the voice make for a fine instrument. Our 2017 Artisan from Tony Vines fits that bill to a T. Tony’s chops as a player have molded his guitar designs from day one, and this particular model is tuned to the fingerstylist’s frequency with crisp note separation and a slim neck carve for deft left hand work. The mousse-dark set of Malaysian Blackwood for the back and sides with black inking catches the eye, and Tony paired that with a creamy Carpathian Spruce top and Bocote appointments for a soft study of dark and light. Bound soundport in the upper bout for a little boost for the player’s ear, and gold EVO frets for longevity.
This Vines Artisan is practically new, already smooth and articulate and colored by soft overtones in the upper register. A dyed-in-the-wool fingerstyle guitar.
Other keywords: malysian, malaysianblackwood, sound port, bocate, ameritage, lutherie
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.7 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.25 in Woods Spruce - Carpathian, Blackwood - Malaysian 
Add to Compare2016 Vines CX, Indian Rosewood/Cedar
Sweet trebles and smooth playability are the name of the game when it comes to our 2016 CX from Tony Vines. The classic combo of Indian Rosewood and Cedar gives the bass and mids an extra warm boost, and the voice overall has a lively energy to it that translates well into altered tunings. Tony’s CX design nudges the bridge to a sweeter spot on the top, giving the player extra color in the trebles that’s great for fingerstyle compositions and singer songwriter accompaniment.
This beauty is in excellent shape: nary a scratch on her. There’s also an arm bevel and soundport for creature comfort, and stylish hardshell case for protection that looks good, and keeps the CX looking good too. If you like slinky setups, this 2016 Vines CX has a delightful neck that plays very easily, even with a 25.5” scale. Available now!
Other spellings: vnes, sound port, ceder,
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.5 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.25 in Woods Cedar, Rosewood - Indian 
Add to CompareVines CX East Indian/Western Red Cedar
Tony Vines has been building guitars for 26 years, and after a sabbatical he’s back with a vengeance. In 2000 Tony rededicated himself to playing the guitar and attributes his latest improvements in his instruments to his greater ability as a player. This guitar was custom-built for our shop with gold EVO frets, polyester finish, and Tintul bridge pins, and Tony insisted on passing through numerous sets of Indian Rosewood until he found the exact pair for this guitar; which he calls a perfect set. We elected to go with the Cedar top to add richness and beauty to this masterfully-built instrument, and the result is even richer and expressive than we’d hoped.
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.5 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.25 in Woods Cedar - Western Red, Rosewood - Indian 
Add to CompareNew Vines Bella Grande Honduran/Redwood
Tony Vines found some beautiful Honduran Rosewood, put it together with a rich-looking Redwood top, and out came a guitar with lots of spank and sparkle. This baby’s got great balance and rich tone. The side soundport give the player a little more of the sound. The Honduran has great figure and lovely sapwood drama. The Redwood top has lots of medullary rays and is well quartered for tone.
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.75 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.25 in Woods xx, Rosewood - Honduran