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Add to Compare2023 Brondel “The 18,” Honduran Mahogany/Red Spruce
This 2023 Brondel “The 18” is where it’s at. There is so much sound and feel with this OM decked out in Honduran Mahogany and Red Spruce. The only thing lacking with this guitar is “wanting.” Traditional appointments offer a glimpse into what it would be like to have a holy grail pre-war Martin guitar when it was brand new. And this one is already firing on all cylinders. A gorgeous sunburst on top and striking Honduran Mahogany for the back and sides make it a fingerstylist’s dream.
Other keywords/misspellings: Luthier, lutherie, bespoke, hoffee, 230627,
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.25 in Woods Spruce - Adirondack (Red), Mahogany - Honduran 
Add to Compare2019 ELB Guitars ELBOM-SM39, Madagascar Rosewood/German Spruce
Here’s a powerhouse OM from EddieLee Brown from 2019 that sings out like a well-defined explosion. The bass response has plenty of bite, but doesn’t overpower the voice, and we love how the crisp attack of the trebles balances everything out. This ELB OM is an excellent candidate for the hybrid player who needs equal responsiveness for fingerstyle as well as flatpicking, and the addition of a soundport in the upper bout keeps all that tone dialed in to the player’s ear so you can keep up.
Madagascar Rosewood back and sides is here paired with AAA German Spruce and a 25.4” scale that feels familiar right out of the gate. The Honduran Mahogany neck carve features a generous curve, and the setup is a breeze. Body bindings in Curly Koa, Brazilian Cherry top trim, and a rosette of Orange Agate & Abalone round out the complete package that is this brand new ELB OM.Other keywords: lutherie, luthier, guitarbuilding, eddie lee brown, elb guitars, gotoh, fingerpicking, tusq
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.25 in Woods Spruce - German, Rosewood - Madagascar 
Add to Compare2015 Brown Hauser Classical, Maple/Western Red Cedar
Here’s a gorgeous Classical from Larry Brown’s shop: our 2015 copy of Segovia’s 1937 Hauser I, based on Jeff Elliot’s plans. Birdseye Maple back and sides that Larry found in Michigan, Western Red Cedar top and a Honduran Mahogany neck. French Polish, Schaller tuners, 650mm scale. This beauty is a featherweight at 3lbs 7oz, with a quick attack and projection.
Other keywords: lutherie, luthier, lawrence brown, classical guitar, andres segovia, hermann hauser, bird’s eye maple, brazilian rosewood
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.625 in Nut Width 2 in String Spacing 2.375 in Woods Cedar - Western Red, Maple - Birdseye 
Add to Compare2019 Larry Brown OM-28, Indian Rosewood/Adirondack Spruce
Here’s a dynamite OM from our own Larry Brown! This one is a 28-style with East Indian Rosewood and Adirondack Spruce and French Polish that’s one smooth operator. Action a tetch off for you? One twist of the strap button and you can dial in the action precisely where you need it with Larry’s adjustable neck pocket. Gold Grover tuners, tortoise style tuners, and a 25 1/4” scale for a touch extra warmth in the bass. Larry finished the Mahogany neck in half satin, and boy does it feel silky to the touch.
Other keywords: lutherie, luthier, lawrence brown, fingerstyle, fingerpicking, larry brown guitars, orchestra model, martin
Here’s a video walking through Larry’s adjustable neck joint: https://youtu.be/3-5Xp2lqMGc
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.25 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.25 in Woods Spruce - Adirondack (Red), Rosewood - Indian 
Add to CompareBrand New Larry Brown 3/4 Dreadnought, Pau Ferro/Adirondack Spruce
Take that Dread and shrink it down! We’ve got a brand new 3/4 Dreadnought from our own Larry Brown that’s a lively lil cannon with Pau Ferro back and sides and an Adirondack Spruce top. With a 23 inch scale, this petite powerhouse is string light and tuned up to G. It’s a super fun flatpicker with a quick and chirpy response that sets it apart from the standard Dreadnought camp. This one also features Larry’s adjustable neck pocket, so one turn of a screwdriver will have the action dialed up or down to your needs, as needed, every time.
Other keywords: lutherie, luthier, guitarbuilding, larry brown guitars, dreadnaught, elevated fingerboard
Here’s a video walking through Larry’s adjustable neck joint: https://youtu.be/3-5Xp2lqMGc
SOLD Read moreScale Length 23 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.25 in Woods Spruce - Adirondack (Red), Rosewood - Bolivian (Pau Ferro) 
Add to Compare2016 Larry Brown L-00, Striped Mahogany/Adirondack Spruce
We just picked up a new L-00 from Larry Brown that he built in 2016 and has kept in his shop since then. So we’ve got a brand new guitar that’s also got a few years of opening up already out of the way! Striped Mahogany back and sides with an Adirondack Spruce top, Varnish finish, Pau Ferro bridge, and Larry’s hallmark adjustable neck block (one twist of the “strap button” at the heel, and you can dial in the action precisely where you want it).
Other keywords: lutherie, luthier, lawrence brown, fingerstyle, fingerpicking, larry brown guitars, l-oo, gibson, blues, flattop, rag, tiger stripe
Here’s a video walking through Larry’s adjustable neck joint: https://youtu.be/3-5Xp2lqMGc
SOLD Read moreScale Length 24.75 in Nut Width 1.72 in String Spacing 2.375 in Woods Spruce - Adirondack (Red), Mahogany - Figured 
Add to CompareBrand New Larry Brown OM-40, Indian Rosewood/Adirondack Spruce
Three new Larry Brown OMs! What more could we want? Here we’ve got an OM-40 in Indian Rosewood and Torrefied Adirondack Spruce that’s been French Polished for maximum resonance. Blue-white Abalone trim pairs with an Abalone rosette, snowflake fretboard inlays, and a thistle headstock inlay. Ebony pyramid bridge, Ivoroid bindings, and Larry set this beauty up with a 25.25” scale for easy playability without compromising power and sustain. With Larry’s hallmark adjustable neck pocket, you can dial the setup up or down on this Brown OM-40 as needed with a twirl of the strap button. Gold Grover tuners, bone nut & saddle, hardshell case.
Other keywords: lutherie, luthier, lawrence brown, fingerstyle, fingerpicking, larry brown guitars, orchestra model, martin
Here’s a video walking through Larry’s adjustable neck joint: https://youtu.be/3-5Xp2lqMGc
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.25 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.25 in Woods Spruce - Adirondack (Red) Torrefied, Rosewood - Indian 
Add to CompareBrand New Larry Brown OM-40, Brazilian Rosewood/Adirondack Spruce
Three new Larry Brown OMs! What more could we want? Here we’ve got an OM-40 in Brazilian Rosewood and Torrefied Adirondack Spruce that’s been French Polished for maximum resonance. Blue-white Abalone trim pairs with an Abalone rosette, snowflake fretboard inlays, and a thistle headstock inlay. Ebony pyramid bridge, Ivoroid bindings, and Larry set this beauty up with a 25.25” scale for easy playability without compromising power and sustain. With Larry’s hallmark adjustable neck pocket, you can dial the setup up or down on this Brown OM-40 as needed with a twirl of the strap button. Gold Grover tuners, bone nut & saddle, hardshell case.
Other keywords: lutherie, luthier, lawrence brown, fingerstyle, fingerpicking, larry brown guitars, orchestra model, martin
Here’s a video walking through Larry’s adjustable neck joint: https://youtu.be/3-5Xp2lqMGc
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.25 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.25 in Woods Spruce - Adirondack (Red) Torrefied, Rosewood - Brazilian 
Add to CompareNew Brown SJ-200, Figured Maple/Torrefied Adirondack Spruce
We’re proud to announce our latest partnernship—this time with local luthier Larry Brown—with six incredible guitars from L-00 copies and Dreadnoughts to SJs and Classicals.
Powerful, loud, and playing like butter—Larry Brown’s SJ-200 is the complete package. Based on Gibson’s 1939 Super Jumbo specs, this guitar has North Carolina-harvested Curly Maple back, sides, and neck, and a Torrefied Adirondack Spruce top with tasty sunburst. Custom engraved pickguard, Grover Art Deco tuners, and hot hide glue construction throughout. The neck has a slim 1 23/32” nut for deft lefthand work, and with Larry’s fully adjustable neck angle you can keep the setup dialed in as slinky or aggressive as you like! This big ole box packs a wallop, but plays as easily as a much smaller instrument. If you want that Super Jumbo sound and feel, but with modern amenities for setup, look no further!
Other keywords: lutherie, jumbo guitar, sj, shade top, ivoroid, singer-songwriter, flatpicking, fingerstyle
Here’s a video walking through Larry’s adjustable neck joint: https://youtu.be/3-5Xp2lqMGc
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.25 in Nut Width 1.72 in String Spacing 2.188 in Woods Spruce - Adirondack (Red) Torrefied, Maple - Figured 
Add to CompareNew Brown D-28, Pau Ferro/Adirondack Spruce
We’re proud to announce our latest parternship—this time with local luthier Larry Brown—with six incredible guitars from L-00 copies and Dreadnoughts to SJs and Classicals.
This new Brown Dreadnought is based on 1937 specs, and features Pau Ferro back and sides and an Adirondack Spruce top for that classic Rosewood-Ady sound, Mahogany neck, and 28-style appointments. Varnish body, French Polish top, all-hide glue construction and forward-shifted X braces to boot. This Dread has a fully adjustable neck angle (accessed by a bolt on the outside of the heel), so say goodbye, neck reset! You can dial the setup in on a whim with just a flick of the wrist. The voice has a dry, crisp flavor as though it were a vintage piece, and it’s a great choice for flatpicking with power, be it Bluegrass, Country, or beyond.
Other keywords: lutherie, dreadnaught, laurence brown, brown guitars, asheville, local guitar, grover, herringbone
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.25 in Woods Spruce - Adirondack (Red), Rosewood - Bolivian (Pau Ferro) 
Add to CompareNew Brown D-28, Pau Ferro/Adirondack Spruce
We’re proud to announce our latest parternship—this time with local luthier Larry Brown—with six incredible guitars from L-00 copies and Dreadnoughts to SJs and Classicals.
This new Brown Dreadnought is based on 1937 specs, and features Pau Ferro back and sides and an Adirondack Spruce top for that classic Rosewood-Ady sound, Rock Maple neck, and 28-style appointments. Varnish body, French Polish top, all-hide glue construction and forward-shifted X braces to boot. This Dread has a fully adjustable neck angle (accessed by a bolt on the outside of the heel), so say goodbye, neck reset! You can dial the setup in on a whim with just a flick of the wrist. The voice has a dry, crisp flavor as though it were a vintage piece, and it’s a great choice for flatpicking with power, be it Bluegrass, Country, or beyond.
Other keywords: lutherie, dreadnaught, laurence brown, brown guitars, asheville, local guitar, grover, herringbone
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.25 in Woods Spruce - Adirondack (Red), Rosewood - Bolivian (Pau Ferro) 
Add to CompareNew Brown L-00, Honduran Mahogany/Adirondack Spruce
We’re proud to announce our latest parternship—this time with local luthier Larry Brown—with six incredible guitars from L-00 copies and Dreadnoughts to SJs and Classicals.
This is one of a pair of new L-00 guitars based on 1932 Gibson specs, complete with Honduran Mahogany back and sides and Adirondack Spruce tops and sunburst. The short scale, 14-fret neck is fully adjustable at the heel, meaning you can keep the setup exactly where you want it with just the twist of a screwdriver. Additionally, they feature trapezoidal cross section bracing, but with morticed brace ends and shiplapped x-braces for added strength. Non scalloped bracing, hot hide glue construction, and a period-matching tiger stripe celluloid pickguard. These guitars soak up fingerpicking quite handily, of course for blues but also great for folk or Americana. Warm, thumping bass response is paired with quick, dry trebles and lots of bark.
Other keywords: lutherie, 00, l00, blues guitar, sunburst, shade top
SOLD Read moreScale Length 24.9 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.313 in Woods Spruce - Adirondack (Red), Mahogany - Honduran 
Add to CompareNew Brown L-00, Honduran Mahogany/Adirondack Spruce
We’re proud to announce our latest parternship—this time with local luthier Larry Brown—with six incredible guitars from L-00 copies and Dreadnoughts to SJs and Classicals.
This is one of a pair of new L-00 guitars based on 1932 Gibson specs, complete with Honduran Mahogany back and sides and Adirondack Spruce tops and sunburst. The short scale, 14-fret neck is fully adjustable at the heel, meaning you can keep the setup exactly where you want it with just the twist of a screwdriver. Additionally, they feature trapezoidal cross section bracing, but with morticed brace ends and shiplapped x-braces for added strength. Non scalloped bracing, hot hide glue construction, and a period-matching tiger stripe celluloid pickguard. These guitars soak up fingerpicking quite handily, of course for blues but also great for folk or Americana. Warm, thumping bass response is paired with quick, dry trebles and lots of bark.
Other keywords: lutherie, 00, l00, blues guitar, sunburst, shade top
SOLD Read moreScale Length 24.9 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.313 in Woods Spruce - Adirondack (Red), Mahogany - Honduran 
Add to CompareBrown Dreadnought Brazilian/Carpathian
With enough inlay to satisfy the needs of an entire collection of guitars, this 2011 Presentation Dreadnought from Asheville luthier Larry K. Brown is the very model of intricate, meticulous detail. Brown, famous for his Renaissance period instruments, has built over 1800 instruments, ranging from lutes and cellos to Gibson L-00 copies.
The inlay work which adorns the headstock, fretboard, rosette, bridge, and top features classic motifs of vases and vines, twining and sprawling between fretwire and tuners. With such splendid appointments, it was only natural for Brown to also employ exquisite tonewoods for the body; Carpathian Spruce for the top and Brazilian Rosewood for the back and sides. Set up as a vigorous strummer, this Dreadnought is big-voiced and rumbling.
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.19 in Woods Spruce - Carpathian, Rosewood - Brazilian 
Add to Compare2011 Brown D-28 Brazilian/Adirondack (Red)
This is the quintessential flatpickers guitar, it has all the growl and power you need to cut through a jam session. Lawrence Brown is a well know lute builder so his chops at building guitars are quite high, and he couldn’t have chosen a better wood combo. He combined Brazilian Rosewood and Adirondack Spruce here for that clasic pre war sound, with Fossilized Walrus Ivory “Red Eye” bridge pins for a bit of extra flair. 
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.31 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.31 in Woods Spruce - Adirondack (Red), Rosewood - Brazilian