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2015 Stuart Day Steel City Archtop, Maple/Spruce
Gorgeous. Stuart Day outdid himself with this Steel City Archtop. Built in 2015, the Maple/Spruce body has opened up sweetly, with a quite clear and crisp flavor to the acoustic voice. Sparkling Abalone along the tailpiece, position markers, pickguard, and headstock in an art deco style–again, gorgeous. Perfectly set off by the honey hues of Maple and Spruce. 16 inches across the lower bout and weighing in under six pounds, this Stuart Day Steel City is quick and lively in hand. Bartolini humbucker plus volume and tone, all wrapped up in a Cedar Creek case.
Other keywords/misspellings – duane simpson, arched top, arch top, jazz, jazz box, 10
Add to CompareBrand New, Sergei de Jonge 00, Ziricote/Sitka Spruce
What a treat to have a brand-new 00 from the one and only Sergei de Jonge. Crafted with Ziricote back and sides and a Sitka Spruce top, this guitar features a hand-rubbed French Polish finish on the body and neck that allows it to resonate beautifully. With Hipshot tuners and Ziricote appointments, this instrument is visually stunning and sonically extraordinary.
While its dimensions may resemble a Martin 00, it surpasses those boundaries in every way. Sergei de Jonge, a significant influence on many of today’s top builders, delivers an instrument that defies the stereotypes of smaller-bodied guitars. It offers a big, bold voice, a comfortable feel, and a subtle, natural aesthetic. Equipped with a K&K Pure Mini pickup, this guitar is ready for anything. Truly a joy to experience.
$13,000 Add to cartScale Length 25 in Nut Width 1.719 in String Spacing 2.125 in Woods Spruce - Sitka, Ziricote Add to CompareBrand New de Wit 15″, Macassar Ebony/Sinker Red Cedar
From the workbench of Gijs de Wit, we have a 2024 15″ model featuring his signature bent shoulder design in lieu of a cutaway, with Macassar ebony for the back and sides, and Sinker Cedar on top. Jescar frets, ebony bindings, and a uniquely beveled soundhole. This guitar offers both comfort and a strong sense of modernity, perfect for today’s fingerstyle player.
Other keywords/misspellings: Luthier, Lutherie, bespoke, european, netherlands, hiscox
$10,350 Add to cartScale Length 25.5 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.28 in Woods Cedar - Sinker, Ebony - Macassar Add to CompareBrand New de Wit 15″, French Walnut/Sinker Redwood
Gijs De Wit brings us this brand new 15” model. Featuring Gij’s own “Scooped” shoulder design, In lieu of a cutaway this scooped shoulder offers access to higher notes. This isn’t the only innovative design present, carbon fiber reinforced lightweight bracing, and an active braceless back to name a few. The top on this creature is an Old Growth Sinker Redwood, and an antique French Walnut back and sides. The neck is made of wenge, buttoned up with some incredibly smooth Alessi Tuners.
Other keywords/misspellings: luthier, lutherie, multiscale, pinless bridge, french polish, concerto classic cases
$11,440 Add to cartScale Length 25.625 in - 26.125 in Nut Width 1.718 in String Spacing 2.25 in Woods Redwood - Sinker, Walnut Add to Compare2010 Deering 35th Anniversary, Maple
Of course Deering would pull out all the stops for this its 35th Anniversary Model! #2 of an extremely exclusive two, this 2010 Deering 35th is bedecked in rhinestone and extensive MOP/Abalone inlays, features their Eagle Flange, and boasts a powerfully figured Maple resonator and neck.
Other keywords: billy presnell, bluegrass, 1000211002
$4,680 Add to cartScale Length 26.25 in Nut Width 1.25 in String Spacing 1.688 in Woods Frosted Banjo Head, Maple - Flamed Add to CompareDevine Tenor Ukulele, All Koa
From 2015, this Tenor Ukulele from Devine is elegance in the form of a ukulele. Incredibly flamed Koa is used for the entire soundbox, paired with a Mahogany neck and 24k gold appointments throughout. The soundport provides a bit more ‘you’ in the monitor. It sounds as sweet and decadent as it looks and comes with an Ameritage case as well.
$10,400 Add to cartScale Length 17 in Nut Width 1.438 in String Spacing 1.563 in Woods Koa, Koa - Flamed Add to CompareBrand New Dion No.04, Brazilian Rosewood/Sitka Spruce
We are pleased to present to you a brand new Model No.04 from Dion James. Not only is this instrument beautiful in sight and sound, but also in its construction, which is one of the more unique instruments we have seen in quite some time. Where to begin? Brazilian Rosewood for the back and sides, Sitka Spruce for the top (this Sitka was cut in the 1970s; it’s been well-seasoned). As for the back and sides, this guitar features an active hollow core back, similar to a double top, carbon fiber bridge plate, U brace, elevated fingerboard, and a cylindrically arched top and back. We could go on and on about what all makes this absolute beast of a guitar unique and powerful. From the custom-made Scheller tuners to the captured nut, and the subtle multiscale of 25.2-25.6”, this guitar is AMAZING. Look and listen for yourself
Here’s an additional fingerstyle demo with Dustin Furlow playing the Dion No.04: https://youtu.be/QLdVMpiEbWQ
Other keywords/mispellings: Luthier, lutherie, canada, bespoke, soundport, beveled edges, visesnut.
$18,200 Add to cartScale Length 25.2 in - 25.6 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.25 in Woods Spruce - Sitka, Rosewood - Brazilian Add to Compare2021 Dudenbostel 000-18, Honduran Mahogany/Carpathian Spruce
From the bench of the legendary Lynn Dudenbostel, we have a 2021 000-18 crafted from Honduran Mahogany and Carpathian Spruce. The grain on both the Spruce and Mahogany is staggeringly good, and it’s reflected in the tone — wide spacing at the saddle and nut, EVO frets, and a minimalist, natural aesthetic. The burst is exceptionally well-executed, with a perfectly graduated fade. This is one of those guitars that speaks for itself, and it’s also offered at an excellent price.
$11,440 Add to cartScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.81 in String Spacing 2.313 in Woods Spruce - Carpathian, Mahogany - Honduran Add to Compare2005 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 Add to Compare2016 EJ Henderson 000-42, Walnut/Red Spruce
A rare treat for us today: a gorgeous 2016 000-42 from Asheville’s own EJ Henderson. Coming from the lineage of her father, Wayne Henderson, Jayne’s been building under her own name for a number of years, honing her craft and building up an impressive body of work–and wait list. Highly figured Black Walnut back and sides with dramatic rippling figure, Red Spruce top (plus dark sunburst), and extensive sparkling Abalone 42-style appointments along the body and position markers. Then we come to the bespoke catfish inlaid in great detail between the G and D tuners at the back of the headstock. Jayne’s inlay skill renders crisp lines and fluid curves, leaning on her eye to match the wavy pattern of each piece of pearl to mirror the scales of the fish. The voice on this 000 is quick and crisp, with a lively string energy that makes for a particularly exciting and enjoyable playing experience. Interested in learning more? Give us a shout!
Other keywords/misspellings: E.J. Henderson, adirondack, 27, fingerstyle, 000, 42 style
Here we have an additional demo by the Late Great Al Petteway: https://youtu.be/1xaoRUMDcjU
$10,920 Add to cartScale Length 24.9 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.125 in Woods Spruce - Adirondack (Red), Walnut - Black Add to Compare2015 Fender Custom Shop 55 Stratocaster, Ash/Relic Faded Fiesta Red
We love the work of the Fender Custom Shop; they are undoubtedly producing some of the most excellent electric guitars on the market. Considering they are one of the few who wrote the book on what an electric guitar is, this 1955 relic’d reissue feels, looks, and sounds incredible. It features a full neck profile and handwound ’55-style single-coil pickups. This instrument has the quintessential Stratocaster vibes. It’s been relic’d, so you don’t have to baby the finish, and it already feels well-worn and played-in. This is a lot of electric guitar mojo for the price. Dressed in Faded Fiesta Red, this guitar would look and sound good in anyone’s guitar stable. Oh and by the way, it was signed by Stratocaster master John Cruz.
Other keywords/misspellings: Luthier, lutherie, strat, jimi, srv, jeff beck, surf, vintage, vibe, funk, r&b, john cruz
Add to Compare2013 Fender 50th Anniversary ’54 Stratocaster Relic, Aztec Gold
This 2013 Fender Custom Shop “50th Anniversary ’54” Stratocaster, dressed in a relic’d Aztec Gold, is something to look at and, frankly, to listen to. The Stratocaster is one of the most iconic instruments in the world, spanning generations and genres alike. This specimen, however, has an undeniable surf rock vibe to it. Perhaps it’s the illustrious gold hue or even the delightfully oxidized paint from the relicing process. Handwound ’54 single-coil Stratocaster pickups and gold hardware. Incredibly figured birdseye Maple neck and fingerboard. What more could an electric guitarist want?!
Other keywords/misspelllings: Luthier, lutherie, strat, dick dale, 5 way,
$3,955 Add to cartScale Length 25.5 in Nut Width 1.625 in String Spacing 2.188 in Woods Alder, Alder Add to Compare1998 Paul Fischer Classical, Brazilian Rosewood/Spruce
Ah, the sweetness that comes with age. This Paul Fischer Classical comes to us from 1998 and exhibits all the qualities we find only appear after years’ of music: breathy, expansive projection, an articulate and developed midrange, versatile response for a range of styles. It doesn’t hurt that Paul used a set of striking Brazilian Rosewood for the body and Spruce on top, plus french polish throughout. The detail work is cleanly executed throughout, especially at the flower and vine rosette and tieblock. Snakewood heelcap and buttons on Rodgers tuners are icing on the cake. Additionally, the provenance of this Fischer includes previous ownership from Douglas James, classical guitar professor of NC’s Appalachian State.
Other keywords: andy jurik, 987, brazilain, fingerstyle, nylon string
$8,400 Add to cartScale Length 25.6 in Nut Width 2 in String Spacing 2.188 in Woods Spruce, Rosewood - Brazilian Add to Compare2016 Charles Fox Ergo Noir, Brazilian Rosewood/Alpine Spruce
If you need a guitar that stand head and shoulders out from the crowd, this Ergo Noir from Charles Fox is going to be right up your alley. Charles’ Ergo design manages to make a large guitar feel and play like a much smaller instrument–without sacrificing an ounce of volume and tone. The voice on this Ergo Noir stands out to us here at Dream Guitars, and that takes a lot. There’s a quick and lively quality that’s immediately engrossing, with just a touch of added sweetness in the mids to warm it up and fill it out. The body is engineered with a wedge, elevated fingerboard, cutaway, and soundport to enhance the experience of effortless playability, and features an Alpine Spruce top (painted black) and wildly figured Brazilian Rosewood back and sides plus red purflings throughout. A Flamed Mahogany neck terminating at Charles’ bespoke headstock shape, and an access panel at the tail, tie it all together. Ready for a modern addition to your collection? Looking for a flattop that not only plays great, but has a little something extra in the voice that’s unlike the others? This 2016 Charles Fox Ergo Noir is the ticket.
Other keywords: lutherie, luthier, manzer, sj, gotoh, calton
Additional demo: https://youtu.be/RyfOSSakvrM
$20,800 Add to cartScale Length 25.5 in Nut Width 1.68 in String Spacing 2.25 in Woods Spruce - Alpine, Rosewood - Brazilian Add to Compare2007 Franklin OM Brazilian Rosewood/German Spruce
2007 Franklin OM featuring Brazilian Rosewood and German Spruce. OM guitars are renowned for their versatility, and this one exemplifies that reputation. With wide spacing at the nut and saddle (1 13/16″ and 2 11/32″), it excels whether you’re fingerpicking or flatpicking. Minimalist natural appointments make it unassuming, yet it delivers vivid and powerful tones. This is everything an OM should be.
Other keywords/misspellings: Luthier, lutherie, bespoke, missouri, 575, orchestra, model,
$13,000 Add to cartScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.813 in String Spacing 2.344 in Woods Spruce - German, Rosewood - Brazilian