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1998 Langejans Grand Concert Cutaway, Brazilian Rosewood/Engelmann Spruce
Del Langejans is known for having built so many guitars, and so many kinds of guitars, so we’re always interested to see what the next one’s going to be! Here’s a powerhouse Grand Concert Cutaway from 1998 that’s open—wide open—and decked out with gorgeous woods and a distinctive orange finish on top. Dramatic Brazilian Rosewood back and sides pair up with Engelmann Spruce and Maple bindings, and Del further decked this one out with a Brazilian Rosewood neck and bridge. The voice is crisp and potent and holds up well under a flatpick. Deep-cut Florentine Cutaway for maximum fretboard access.
The neck has a wide string spacing (1 7/8” nut) that feels oh. so. comfortable for those cramped chord shapes. The body is almost five inches deep at the tail, but the lower bout is only 15 1/2” across, giving this Grand Concert an added bass push that doesn’t come at the cost of the other registers. Lastly, this beauty comes with an L.R. Baggs Ribbon Transducer pickup system.Other keywords: Other keywords: flat picking, flatpicking, lutherie, luthier, guitarbuilding, langejans guitar
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.875 in String Spacing 2.25 in Woods Spruce - Engelmann, Rosewood - Brazilian Add to Compare2008 Langejans BR-12, Brazilian Rosewood/Bearclaw Spruce
This guitar has enough presence to fill two rooms. Del Langejans’ career was characterized by so many different kinds of guitars, and his 12-strings were among some of our favorites. This BR-12 is a beauty from 2008 with a Brazilian Rosewood and Bearclaw Spruce body, Rosewood neck, and an L.R. Baggs Anthem pickup system. The well-rounded neck profile feels smooth and comfortable in hand, and with a venetian cutaway to boot, this 12-string is a smooth operator from zero fret to soundhole. Figured Koa bindings tie it all together, and this Langejans comes wrapped up in its custom Cedar Creek case.
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SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.875 in String Spacing 2.25 in Woods Spruce, Rosewood - Brazilian Add to Compare2011 Langejans RGC6, East Indian Rosewood/Port Orford Cedar
A guitar for every occasion. This 2011 RGC6 from Del Langejans is a robustly dynamic instrument that performs equally well for fingerpicking as for strumming, amplified with an L.R. Baggs Anthem system or acoustically. Rosewood neck pairs with an Indian Rosewood body and Port Orford Cedar top, plus pale Maple bindings to round it all out. Zero fret, gold Gotoh tuners, and a Venetian Cutaway to boot! This beauty comes wrapped up in a well-fitted Cedar Creek case, and it’s raring to go.
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SOLD Read moreScale Length 24.9 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.25 in Woods Cedar - Port Orford, Rosewood - Indian Add to Compare1997 Langejans Hauser Model Indian/German
From the builder who once engineered for Thom Bresh a double-sided guitar so he could play nylon strings and steel strings with a flip of the instrument, we have a golden opportunity for the classical guitarist seeking a Hauser model for him or herself. This 1997 Classical from Del Langejans (now retired), is gorgeous proof that an innovative builder could also produce an amazing instrument according to tradition. Featuring the classic combination of Indian Rosewood and German Spruce, this Classical combines the richness of the former with the glass-smooth projection of the latter.
One pluck of the bass strings, and the entire instrument throbs with energy–and to bathe in the sweet overtones from the treble strings is something you won’t want to miss. Regardless of the type of piece you’re performing, this Langejans Hauser can provide powerful projection, and a smoothness to your compositions that only an instrument that’s opened up as fully as this one can provide. Finally, this Classical features a slim nut, at 1 7/8″, that is incredibly easy on the left hand, making this a Classical that you can play easily for hours to come.
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.5 in Nut Width 1.88 in String Spacing 2.38 in Woods Spruce - German, Rosewood - Indian Add to Compare2011 Langejans KR6 Koa/Cedar
Fine instruments must love company: this 2011 Langejans KR-6 fits in perfectly next to our Circas and our Collings. With gorgeous Koa back and sides and a Port Orford Cedar top, this Slope Shoulder Dreadnaught can offer you crisp articulation and absorbing warmth at the same time. The neck has a sleek, low profile, but the string spacing is such that fingerstylists can play for hours without stumbling over their fingertips–all the while coaxing rich, resounding notes out of the bass strings and trebles.
Excellently balanced, this KR-6 exhibits a strong strum sound, but is responsive to a delicate approach as well. With an East Indian Rosewood neck for added sustain, and a Venetian Cutaway for easy access to the upper frets, this KR-6 is the perfect companion to the fingerstylist who likes to mix it up with flatpicking and full-chord strumming.
Add to Compare1999 Langejans W6 Walnut/Spruce
For the fingerstylist-cum-flatpicker, this is just the ticket: responsive to both a deilcate touch and an aggressive attack, with knockout string-to-string articulation and cannonading projection. With an alluring blackburst finish across the instrument, this Langejans W-6 looks as striking as it sounds. When Del paired this Spruce top with Walnut back and sides, he hit the nail on the head: heaps of bass are complemented by a very present middle register and sparkling trebles. Add to that classic combination a Florentine Cutaway and slim neck profile, and you’ve got the perfect storm of tone and playability in your hands. This may be an instrument from 1999, but you’d hardly believe it, considering the shape it’s in. We’ve seen two-month-old guitars that sounded half as impressive and had twice as much wear and tear–this Langejans W-6 is a black diamond of a gem.
Add to Compare2005 Langejans RGC6 Indian/Cedar Rosewood Neck
This is one of the very finest Del Langejans RGC6 guitars we’ve seen. It was custom built from very dark Indian Rosewood and Cedar and has several upgrades including a solid Rosewood Neck, Dove Inlays, Cutaway and Flamed Maple trim. The Cedar top adds wonderful warmth to what is a powerful guitar. The Rosewood Neck helps the beautiful voice linger and sustain. This is one of those special guitars that can crossover from Fingerstyle to Strumming and do it superbly.
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.34 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.25 in Woods Cedar, Rosewood - Indian Add to Compare2006 Langejans R Bari Indian/Bearclaw Sitka
Thunderous low end – monstrous bass – this fabulous baritone emits a wall of sound so deep and pleasing it has the whole shop vibrating! A really lovely, easy to play baritone, this Langejans beauty is accurate and has nice clear definition, even when playing chords in first position. The tasty Bearclaw Sitka Spruce top adds to the stunning visual appeal of this American made musical instrument. Dream Guitars specializes in baritone acoustic instruments, and Del Langejans has really impressed us with this one!
SOLD Sale! Read moreScale Length 28.75 in Nut Width 1.81 in String Spacing 2.25 in Woods Spruce - Sitka, Rosewood - Indian Add to Compare2003 Langejans R-12 Twelve String Bearclaw/Rosewood
We see very few custom made 12 strings from independent luthiers, so we are happy to have this one for you. It is crafted by Del Langejans from Indian Rosewood and Sitka Spruce and has a rosewood neck as well for added sustain and warmth. This is a very easy to play 12 string, it incorporates a zero fret that allows for low action and light tension. The cutaway grants access to the dusty end and it has lovely abalone top trim, a Baggs Duet pickup system with onboard controls and gold tuners. One beautiful 12 strings that you’ll enjoy playing every day.
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 2 in String Spacing 2.38 in Woods Spruce - Sitka, Rosewood - Indian
Born in Holland, Michigan, Del was raised in a Christian family with 3 younger sisters. He had a strong musical upbringing in school and also a strong work ethic. Handwork and repair was from an influence from his father who is now a retired home builder. Del served four years in the US Navy stationed on ship in the signal corp. There was a need for music at sea where he played the accordion and guitar. After returning from the Navy, Del worked at Meyer Music in downtown Holland and received heavy training in electronics and band instrument repair. Del started Del’s Guitar Gallery in 1970 and began building hand-crafted guitars just one year later. As the retail business grew along with guitar building, Del’s store was renamed Del’s Music Center. His guitars carried the headstock name “Del’s”. Accomplishing number 1200 in serial numbers, Del has learned much about guitar building and what makes a guitar great in solid construction as well as sound and performance. As Langejans Guitars, and a headstock label “Langejans”, Del is dedicated to full-time building and repair.