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Jeffrey R. Elliott is considered, for good reason, one of the very finest american makers of the Classical guitar. Everyone in the business refers to him with regard. We are delighted to have the chance to offer a rare Steel String from Jeff. It is extremely rare as he has a closed order book and a 12 year build time. The guitar is designed for the classical player wishing to feel at home on steel strings. The body is concert size and the neck is shaped like a classical neck as well. The flat fingerboard boasts a nut width of a full 2″ so classical players do not have to adjust their playing style. Now for the best part, this guitar is simply one of the most balanced and articulate guitars you’ll ever play. The attack is round, like a classical, and every note is pure and clear. It recorded particularly well. Premium Brazilian Rosewood bound in Holly and European Spruce with a lovely natural wood rosette match this one elegant and eye-catching as well.

Just in time for John Lennon 70th Birthday, Grit Laskin completed our latest commission. This guitar was a complete joy for us and what Grit came up with may be one of his most memorable Inlay themes to date. Here what Grit has to say about the project – “I was asked[by Dream Guitars Owner Paul Heumiller] to explore the general theme of “Peace”. I chose to incorporate portraits of three people who I feel have done more for the promotion of peace around the world than anyone else in our time. These three are: Nelson Mandela, the Dalai Lama and John Lennon.Mandela and the Dalai Lama are on the headstock, depicted within the shape of a hand displaying the peace sign. On the fretboard, on a series of 5 different placards, of the kind one would see being hand-held in a street march, are the lyrics from Lennon’s song: “All we are saying is… give peace a chance”. And John is peering out from behind one of the signs.The inlay was created with 4 different types of shell, 9 different types of stone, metal, then engraved. It took 80 hours to complete.” – Grit LaskinWe could not be more delighted with any guitar. The body, extraordinary Brazilian Rosewood and Sitka from Grit’s amazing stash, features dual bevels, a soundport and a cutaway. The voice is angelic, sonorous and sweet with lots of energy. But the artwork is sublime, so realistic and so poignant, as only Grit Laskin could create.

From the Lehmann Website: “Model 2000 is my latest concept in fine guitars for the fingerstylist. It incorporates a ribbed, vaulted back that not only looks stunning, but affects the tone in several positive ways. The volume is increased by focusing the sound towards the soundhole. This in turn lends an amazing clarity of tone, which is ideal for recording and amplification. Thirdly, the projection and carrying power of this instrument are remarkably enhanced by the unique design of the back. The highly arched design of the back makes the guitar very comfortable to hold because the sides are narrowest at the lower bout�right where the player’s arm rests. The guitar feels like a thin body instrument, but sacrifices nothing in interior volume. The unique structure of the back provides surprising strength without any bracing being necessary.” We adore this Lehman model 2000, it is crafted from gorgeous Koa and Adirondack Spruce with wonderful adornments such as a fully carved rosette and top trim, intricate fingerboard inlay, slotted headstock, soundport, Ivory accents and of course a vaulted back. The voice is strong, airy and sweet. You can hear Bernie Lehman’s early instruments influence and it makes this a superb fingerstyle guitar and it undoubtably an exquisite and artistic guitar.

Here’s a gorgeous Charis SJ from Bill Wise in Madagascar Rosewood and Red Cedar. Charis acoustics are known for producing a big, gorgeous voice with little effort. Clearly inspired by Olson Guitars, Bill Wise has found his own voice that has captivated many of our clients over the years. This SJ is beautifully appointed with Flamed Koa Bindings, Brazilian Top Trim and a pair of Doves inlaid at the twelfth fret. A cutaway and Baggs Dual Source pickup complete this wonderful Charis Guitar.

Jason Simpson brought his first 2 guitars to a workshop that Martin Simpson and Paul Heumiller were teaching a few years ago. They were blown away by his first 2 instruments and new he would be one of the new breed of superb luthiers. In this guitar from Jason, is the proof. This is an outstanding GA with a very full and powerful sound. The bass notes seem to fire out of the soundhole and the trebles are rich and rewarding. An original voice, a top quality instrument.