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2010 Blazer & Henkes Déjà Vu San Antonio 28, Brazilian Rosewood/Austrian Moonspruce
How sweet can a guitar be? Apparently, just a little bit sweeter. This 2010 Déjà Vu San Antonio 28 from Blazer & Henkes is what dessert would be if it also contained all the richness, vitamins, and nutrients of a three course meal. Which is to say, this B&H OM is the complete package. Receptive to a light attack, plus headroom for heavier, gorgeous tonewoods throughout, and an expansive midrange that makes for an enveloping voice that feels instantly familiar to your ear. The back and sides are Brazilian Rosewood, and on top they’ve used a set of Austrian Alpine Moonspruce with a bit of bearclaw figuring for added drama. Elsewhere, vintage 28-style appointments. Now, the practice of using moon-harvested Spruce goes back for hundreds of years, and Willi and Rudolph have garnered their premium supply from loggers who harvest strictly according to the traditional moon calendar for forestry, namely during a new moon phase when the water content inside wood cells is at its lowest and in the fall when Spruce trees are in their resting period. The result is a quality of Spruce that dries faster, matures more quickly, and is less prone to shrinking damage over time. We’ve always loved Moonspruce because, well, it sounds great! But there’s so much more that goes into making it such a premium top wood offering.
Other keywords: lutherie, luthier, guitarbuilding, 19, fingerstyle, om-28
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.281 in Woods Spruce - Moonspruce, Rosewood - Brazilian 
2014 Blazer & Henkes OM-28, Brazilian Rosewood/Alpine Moonspruce
Sweet and expressive, with understated appointments, this 2014 Blazer & Henkes OM-28 is an absolute gem. The voice has lots of headroom, and is sensitive for fingerstyle play but has enough snap and projection for flatpicking as well. Truly, a does-it-all kind of guitar. Brazilian Rosewood back and sides pair with Austrian Alpine Moonspruce on top, and the 28-style appointments are based on the 1932 Martin original. The Spanish Cedar neck has a full soft V profile that is immediately comfortable for the left hand, and overall this B&H OM-28 weighs in under four pounds! And all that lightweight translates into added responsiveness and power.
Other keywords: lutherie, luthier, wilm, brazilain, brw, fingerpicking, orchestra model, 28 style
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.375 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.313 in Woods Spruce, Rosewood - Brazilian 
2014 Blazer & Henkes D-28, Brazilian Rosewood/Alpine Moonspruce
A knockout D-28 from inimitable lutherie duo Blazer & Henkes. This 2014 build is like a complete meal: balanced, full, and a great talker. The voice is wide awake, with a particularly expansive midrange that very much fills it out. Superb. Brazilian Rosewood back and sides, Austrian Alpine Moonspruce top, Honduran Mahogany neck, and all of this comes as a rendition of the classic Martin 1937 D-28.
Other keywords: b&h, tkl, herringbone, allen shadd, brazilain, moon spruce
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.25 in Woods Spruce - Moonspruce, Rosewood - Brazilian 
2008 Blazer & Henkes Phoenix 28 Dreadnought, Brazilian Rosewood/Alpine Moonspruce
This is not your average Dreadnought. Wilhelm Henkes and Rudolph Blazer of Blazer & Henkes fame are true masters of lutherie, and this 2008 Phoenix 28 is here to prove it. Gorgeous Brazilian Rosewood back and sides, Austrian Alpine Moonspruce on top, and 28-style appointments in the prewar American fashion: this guitar has classic beauty, but there’s extra magic working under the hood with a forward shifted X and scalloped braces. The voice of this Dreadnought is exquisitely clear and resonant; it responds to every shift in attack, offering a crisp and articulate tone with blazing extra definition in the bass and trebles. The tonewoods have opened up handsomely in the past 10 years, and we love the neck carve and setup, it’s easy on the hands, easy on the fingers. We can’t find a single thing we don’t love about this Blazer & Henkes Phoenix 28.
Other keywords: luthier, pre-war, dreadnaught, flatpicking, bluegrass, vintage
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.313 in Woods Spruce - Alpine, Rosewood - Brazilian 
2011 Blazer & Henkes OM-42, Brazilian Rosewood/European Spruce
We’re fortunate indeed to have an OM-42 from Blazer & Henkes in the shop. These two really know how to pull off the classic prewar sound and aesthetic; this example from 2011 is the proof in the pudding. A light-brown set of Brazilian Rosewood makes up the back and sides with a touch of flatsawn drama, paired with a colorful European Spruce top and light green Abalone trim with 42-style appointments. Ivoroid bindings and Waverly tuners round out the classic look. This OM-42 weighs under four pounds and has a lovely setup for fingerstyle play in Standard and lowered tunings as well; we also really enjoyed getting into some flatpicking with this one. The voice has enough power and presence to hold up well under a stronger attack, and still offer sweetness and rich overtones when plucked softly as well. The soft V neck has a wide, full in-hand feel that’s just lovely.
Other keywords: lutherie, luthier, brazilain, adriondack, orchestra model, om-42, 500, guardian, euro spruce, Rudolph Blazer, Wilhelm Henkes
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.313 in Woods Spruce - European, Rosewood - Brazilian 
2009 Blazer & Henkes Milwaukee 000-44 Brazilian/Alpine
We consider ourselves incredibly fortunate to have two guitars in from German builders Blazer & Henkes. This fantastic little gem is the Milwaukee 000-44 model in Alpine Spruce and Brazilian Rosewood. Not surprisingly, the tone of this guitar is jaw dropping, deceptively full and loud. From bass to treble you will find this instrument has enough power and punch to compete with its larger-bodied brethren. The appointments are tastefully done, Split Herringbone and Abalone and engraved inlays combinined to give an elegant but not too flashy look. We have been blown away by the quality and tone of these Blazer & Henkes guitars, but they are rare in the United States, so don’t miss the chance to own one of them!
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.34 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.25 in Woods Spruce - Alpine, Rosewood - Brazilian 
Brand New Blue Arch Big Bang Archtop, African Padauk/Western Red Cedar
Our own Paul Heumiller said, “Dreaming on a guitar like this is easy.” What more is there to say? Gorgeous aesthetic, powerful sound and a fit and finish that screams pristine. This instrument is powerful and inspirational. Dressed in African Padauk and Western Red Cedar, this ain’t your grandpa’s archtop, but it sounds like it would have been. It’s no coincidence this instrument has been dubbed “Big Bang.” That is as much of a descriptor as it is a title, both unplugged and amplified it’s resonance is prominent. From the carbon fiber bracing, to its custom humbucker this guitar seems to have neverending features that draw the player in. Listen and see for yourself.
Other keywords/mispellings:Luthier, lutherie, archtop, jazz, tric,
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.5 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.188 in Woods Cedar - Western Red, Padauk 
2014 Blues Creek 000-28, Brazilian Rosewood/Adirondack Spruce
We’ve got a lovely 2014 Blues Creek 000-28 from John Hall that’s a breeze for fingertips as easily as flatpicks, and packs a punchy midrange to boot. Brazilian Rosewood back and sides in classic combination with Adirondack Spruce and 28-style appointments, 12-fret neck, 24.9” short scale; an agile and responsive Martin-style 000 we’d recommend for just about everything.
Other keywords: lutherie, luthier, brazilain, ady, hiscox, fingerpicking, slot head, slotted headstock
SOLD Read moreScale Length 24.9 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.25 in Woods Spruce - Adirondack (Red), Rosewood - Brazilian 
2011 Blues Creek 000 12-Fret, Brazilian Rosewood/Adirondack Spruce
A John Hall special in the house: check out our 2011 Blues Creek 000 12-fret in Brazilian & Red Spruce. The top is decked out with a brown Martin-style burst and Ivoroid trim, and a pyramid bridge to bring it all together. The Brazilian’s got some pretty figure in the lower bout, and the slotted headstock with Grover tuners rounds out the image of an American 000 with the Abalone torch front and center.
For players seeking a beefy neck, this Blues Creek will feel right at home, and the 1 13/16” nut makes for easy fingerpicking playability. Naturally, we had a blast digging into bluesy numbers with this 000, but it also held up well under a pick for some fiddle tunes. There’s an impressive amount of projection under the hood for a 000. A powerhouse in all directions.
other keywords: 12fret, 12 fret, 000-12-fret, 000-12, brazilain
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.81 in String Spacing 2.25 in Woods Spruce - Adirondack (Red), Rosewood - Brazilian 
2005 Boaz Concert Brazilian/Cedar
Boaz Elkayam is a modern innovator in the guitar world, he is constantly pushing the envelop and has several patents pending for some of his innovations. This is to say that every Boaz guitar we get in is something special, and a piece of unique art. This Concert model is as lovely as they come, with its warm color and and rich tinted lacquer. Made from Brazilian Rosewood and Cedar, you will find a voice here that could melt ice and warm you up on a chilly night.
SOLD Sale! Read moreScale Length 25.59 in Nut Width 2.05 in String Spacing 2.22 in Woods Cedar, Rosewood - Brazilian 
2001 Boaz Concert Cocobolo/Cedar
This a traditional concert guitar from renowned luthier Boaz of Israel. The body is crafted from wonderful dark Cocobolo Rosewood and topped with Red Cedar at the center of which is a gorgeous rosette. The sound is bright and articulate and the playabilityis perfect. Boaz is well known for his visionary designs but this guitar is evidence at how well he understand the tradition as well.
SOLD Sale! Read moreScale Length 25.6 in Nut Width 2.06 in String Spacing 2.28 in Woods Cedar - Red, Rosewood - Cocobolo 
Boaz Clarita Negra Brazilian/Port Orford Cedar
The Clarita Negra is an original concept by luthier Elkayam Boaz that features unique top bracing pattern employing 60 braces. This design makes for a very strong and full voice that is complete throughout the spectrum, from bass to treble the tone is strong and rich. This guitar features Brazilian Rosewood and Port Orford Cedar, a Brazilian Rosewood neck and a handmade fiberglass flight case. If you’ve been searching for an original voice that is big, vibrant and colorful your search may be over.
Boaz SS Jazz Archtop European Maple/German
This is an amazing sounding SS Jazz Archtop from renowned Israeli builder Elkayam Boaz. The design is completely original and and employs parallel braces making this one of the most responsive archtops you’ve ever played. Acoustically it’s very loud and there is a custom handmade Lace pickup originally designed for Jimmy D’Aquisto. The neck is designed for a lifetime of accurate play and complimented by another Boaz original idea, a bone saddle with staggered heights for instant adjustment to the action. There are amazing details ranging from the fingerboard inlay, side inlays, custom pickguard with hidden volume control and hand hammered tailpiece. Completing this beautiful archtop is a wonderful Ribbon inlay on the back of neck. This is a player, a collector piece and a work of art all at once!
Boaz Baroque Brazilian/German
We are thrilled to have a new relationship with Elkayam Boaz of Israel. What a joy to present as his first guitar at Dream Guitars this stunning museum quality Baroque guitar. The amount of detailed workmanship in this instrument is mind-boggling, from the multi-piece back to the eleborate rosette, the soundboard inlays, wooden bridge extensions, friction pegs with Ivory seats, Ivory strings stops and back of neck inlays, this is a true work of art. This guitar was the subject of a wonderful article in Acoustic Guitar Magazine by luthier Rick Turner in November 1997. The voice is detailed and articulate, perfect for period music. It is intimate and very sweet, delicate but not weak. It’s a joy to hold and behold this fine Boaz guitar.
Boaz Nylon String Travel Guitar Indian/Spruce
Boaz designed this guitar not as a toy travel guitar but a small, easily transported, top quality instrument with the feel of a ‘real’ concert guitar. The case is very small and easy to carry on a plane but the fingerboard has feel and playability of a fine concert guitar. The tone is bigger than expected and satisfying for hotel room or mountain top. This very guitar was featured on the cover of Acoustic Guitar Magazine as well.
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.59 in Nut Width 2.05 in String Spacing 2.26 in Woods Spruce, Rosewood - Indian