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Brand New Mountain Song Odalisque, Mun Ebony/German Spruce
A powerful example of modern lutherie from Ken Jones of Mountain Song Guitars, the man behind our very own repair shop. This 12-fret Odalisque model is a custom client collaboration that’s dressed up with Master German Spruce on top, Mun Ebony back and sides, and Flamed Koa bindings (plus arm bevel) throughout. The voice is dialed in for clarity, precision, and a sweet dynamic range that takes perfectly to fingerstyle, and thanks to Ken’s glassy setup and arm bevel the playing experience is one of effortlessness.
Want one for yourself? Give us a shout! We love working with you and our builders to bring the guitar of your dreams out of your head and into your hands.Other keywords: luthier, guitarbuilding, bespoke guitar, fingerpicking, munebony, calton, 34, 2022
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.25 in Woods Spruce - German, Ebony - Mun 
2013 Bourgeois Aged Tone D, Brazilian Rosewood/AT Adirondack
A modern classic with prewar motifs: our 2013 Bourgeois Custom Aged Tone D. Upgraded with premium Brazilian Rosewood for the back and sides and topped with a set of Dana’s finest Aged Tone torrefied Adirondack Spruce, this Dreadnought has a leg up over the competition right out of the gate. The voice is characterized by even response, a touch of extra sweetness in the mids, and enough projection under the hood to keep other players at a safe distance. Classic appointments include herringbone trim and a squared of headstock, plus Ivoroid bindings and a traditional-style belly bridge. Hide glue construction, plus a varnish finish, tie it all together, literally. And to boot, the neck is finished in satin for a lovely play feel.
Other keywords: lutherie, luthier, maine, bourgois, fingerstyle, 006410, waverly
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.5 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.313 in Woods Spruce - Adirondack (Red), Rosewood - Brazilian 
2014 Musselwhite Dreadnought, Brazilian Rosewood/Adirondack Spruce
A contemporary iteration of a prewar classic: a David Musselwhite D-28 from 2014 dressed up with Brazilian Rosewood and a shade top finish over Spruce. The dropdead gorgeous Brazilian came from the one and only Mike Longworth of Martin! Such a powerhouse, quick response and it mixes up great across the registers for both chords and leads. A full neck profile feels very solid in hand with a V shape throughout, and we’ve got the classic combo of Waverly tuners and Abalone diamonds and squares to dress up the neck. A tight herringbone trim pattern rings in the shade top, and pairs up perfectly with Ivoroid bindings and a zigzag center strip out back.
Other keywords: allen shadd, bluegrass, flatpicking, brazilain, 28 style, sunburst, tkl
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.313 in Woods Spruce - Adirondack (Red) Torrefied, Rosewood - Brazilian 
Calton Flight Case Dreadnought, Gray/Black
Includes shoulder strap.
This case is sized to fit Martin standard 14 fret dreadnought dimensionsBody Width Upper Bout: 11-1/2
Body Width Lower Bout: 15-5/8"
Body Depth at Neck Heel: 4"
Body Depth at Tail: 4-7/8"
Body Length: 20"
Total Length: 40-1/2"
Weight Approximately 16 pounds
Every Calton Case is handcrafted and custom-fit to your instrument.
How are Calton Cases made? By hand and with love. While Calton CNC initial plugs and molds for testing new styles and shapes, once they’ve tested the cases—inside and out—they are made by hand. Without giving away too many secrets, here is how they do it:
- Measurements: we rely on you (and your dealer) for precise measurements of your instruments. This ensures the perfect fit.
- Exterior I: three layers of hand-laid fiberglass build the foundation for the side walls, tops and bottoms of each case.
- Exterior II: once the fiberglass shell is trimmed, up to 97 rivets are used to adhere latches, catch surrounds (leather bumpers), protective feet and a custom leather handle.
- Interior Stage I: gluing of the rubber trim and initial placement of interior fabric, foam and lining.
- Interior Stage II: cutting and assembly of the remaining foam layers and final velvet placement.
- Squeaky Clean: we call this the “detailing” stage where we meticulously polish exteriors and vacuum interiors.
- Final Inspection: every square inch of every case is looked over, making sure it is ready for the road. We add your label (with serial number) and ship!
1981 Somogyi Classical, Brazilian Rosewood/Spruce
A piece of history from one of lutherie’s grandmasters: our 1981 Somogyi Concert Classical. Ervin began his career with nylon string instruments, which helps to explain how he’s able to get so much tone out of his steel strings, since he became acquainted with the extra sensitivities that go into building for nylon strings at en early stage. This beauty is rich and clear, having opened up handsomely for the past almost 40 years. Brazilian Rosewood back and sides, Spruce on top, and Ervin carved a full neck profile with well-rounded cheeks.
His trademark scalloped nut weighs in at 52.5mm with a 651mm scale to match. The Burl headstock veneer is another hallmark of Ervin’s style, and this Concert Classical features a bookmatched version that sets of Ervin’s crenellated headstock perfectly. This is an incredibly lightly built (3lbs 2oz) and responsive instrument from one of the industry’s finest makers, and we’re proud to offer it to you now.Other keywords: classical, classical music, luthier, responsive guitar, nylon-string, karura, marquetry, mosaic
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.625 in Nut Width 2.063 in String Spacing 2.25 in Woods Spruce, Rosewood - Brazilian 
2015 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 
Brand New Kazourian Orkestra Model, Honduran Rosewood/Yellow Cedar
Brand new and raring to go! Here we’ve landed an Orkestra Model from Théo Kazourian decked out with Honduran Rosewood and Yellow Cedar, satin-finished Mahogany neck, and Maple burl rosette for an added touch of class. Setup is butter smooth and effortless in hand, and the OM size feels immediately comfortable and familiar. The voice is characterized with a crisp top end and a lively string energy; works well for fingers as well as picks.
Here’s an additional demo on the Kazourian Orkestra Model with our Al Petteway: https://youtu.be/DitNu2eBvXM
Other keywords: lutherie, guitarbuilding, fingerstyle, 2021, gotoh
SOLD Sale! Read moreScale Length 25.5 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.25 in Woods Cedar - Yellow, Rosewood - Honduran 
2008 Collings CJ MHASB, Mahogany/Adirondack Spruce
A sharp-dressed shade top to steal the show! Here we’ve landed a gorgeous 2008 Collings CJ slope-shoulder dread that’s oh so ready for action. Quick and energetic response, trebles that cut smoothly through the mix—it’s heaps of fun at first strum. Mahogany body is backed up with Adirondack Spruce on top and the aforementioned shade top finish for added class, plus the Collings asymmetrical haircut headstock profile. Outfitted with an L.R. Baggs iBeam pickup (plus volume control at the soundhole), this ’08 Collings CJ will carry you faithfully onto the stage with minimal fuss.
Other keywords: bill collings, flatpicking, bluegrass, dreadnaught, lutherie, luthier, collings guitars, 15783
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.5 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.188 in Woods Spruce - Adirondack (Red), Mahogany 
2019 Santa Cruz OM, All-Mahogany “The Tree”
If there’s one thing that binds together all of The Tree guitars we’ve seen, it’s clarity and power. This 2019 OM from Richard Hoover and co at Santa Cruz is no exception—more so since the entire body is built with heavily quilted The Tree Mahogany! The top is braced with Adirondack Spruce, hide glue construction throughout, and Brazilian Rosewood bindings and rosette for added class. Such a beauty; you’ll want to handle this OM in raking light so you can best see the chatoyance of the woodgrain—its three dimensionality is mesmerizing.
Ready to have an heirloom instrument with some of the most distinct tonewoods known to humankind? Look no further!Other keywords: lutherie, luthier, guitarbuilding, fingerstyle, ameritage, modern guitar, mahagony, the-tree, adriondack
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.188 in Woods Mahogany - The Tree, Mahogany - The Tree 
2004 Traphagen Classical, Madagascar Rosewood/Cedar
We adore Dake Traphagen’s classicals. The man manages to coax voluminous bass response out of the same woods that offer clear and juicy trebles and an expressive midrange—this Classical from 2004 has all of that in spades. Fabulous Madagascar Rosewood back and sides paired with Cedar on top and an L.R. Baggs UST pickup with volume control in the soundhole, 650mm scale, and a completely opened up voice. This Traphagen has been played in extensively and has the marks to prove it, and is shipshape to keep on keepin’ on!
Other keywords: lutherie, luthier, guitar building, traphagen guitar, nylon string, steve newbrough, fingerstyle
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.6 in Nut Width 2 in String Spacing 2.19 in Woods Cedar, Rosewood - Madagascar 
2001 Giussani Classical, Indian Rosewood/Italian Spruce
Italian luthier Gioachino Giussani has been working in the classical world for decades, and in that time he has honed his craft to a razor’s edge. This is the first of his work that we’ve seen, and we are soundly impressed by the clarity and power of this 2001 Concert Classical. Dramatically figured Indian Rosewood back and sides with (of course!) an Italian Spruce top featuring a seven fan-braced pattern and doubled back & sides—projection to spare, and trebles that are precise and round, full. Our repair team recently dressed the frets for dinner, so they’re shining like new silver dollars. 650mm scale, 54mm nut, and 60mm saddle spacing.
For a different take on this Italian delight, here’s Andy Jurik: https://youtu.be/-IhKxutIUJA
Other keywords: lutherie, luthier, guitarbuilding, fingerstyle, classicals
SOLD Sale! Read moreScale Length 25.6 in Nut Width 2.125 in String Spacing 2.375 in Woods Spruce - Italian, Rosewood - Indian 
Brand New Caton Tunnel 13 Special Edition, Brazilian Rosewood/Tunnel 13 Redwood
Kevin Caton pulls out all the stops for this brand new Sullivan model Tunnel 13 Special Edition. When a potent Tunnel 13 Redwood top is paired with Brazilian Rosewood, the result is a lushness and velvety quality that’s immediately draws you in. Excellent balance across the registers, and a smooth, bell-like treble response, make for a top shelf fingerstyle, modern playing experience. Adding to that, Kevin’s design innovations and ergonomic features further establish that contemporaneity with a Ryan-style arm bevel paired with his Bevel Port soundport/back bevel, florentine cutaway, and seven-laminated neck for added stability.
This Tunnel 13 Special Edition from Kevin Caton is phenomenal, hands down. A guitar you lose track of time in again and again, and what higher praise can we offer than that?Other keywords: fingerpicking, lutherie, 68, calton, brazilain, red wood, dyed bone
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.25 in Woods Redwood - Tunnel 13, Rosewood - Brazilian 
1998 Huss & Dalton D-RH, Indian Rosewood/Spruce
The powerhouse duo of Jeff Huss and Mark Dalton came together a number of years ago, and have been providing lovely American instruments ever since. Here’s a great example of their D-RH model from 1998 with Indian Rosewood and Spruce, herringbone trim throughout, and Maple bindings to set off the Rosewood and Spruce. Our repair staff recently dressed the frets—this H&D plays like glass. Fear not! This Dreadnought is wid awake and raring to go.
Other keywords: lutherie, guitarbuilding, huss & dalton, tkl tweed, 109, bluegrass, dreadnaught
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.688 in String Spacing 2.25 in Woods Spruce, Rosewood - Indian 
2008 Bogdanovich Classical, Brazilian Rosewood/German Spruce, Built for Paul Heumiller
John Bogdanovich is one of the greatest Classical guitar builders on the scene right now. His guitars are uniformly spectacular, everything from build quality to tone is at the absolute peak of the craft. This 2008 Concert Classical is built from a beautiful set of Brazilian Rosewood and a perfect, even grained German Spruce top. John’s style is one of extreme refinement. From the stunning burl and handmade herringbone rosette to the tasteful colors used in the purflings. This is a guitar that commands attention when you see it. Tonally this classical has everything a concert level performer could want: clear and powerful trebles, present mids and full, boisterous basses, all with incredible balance and pianistic note separation. This is as good as it gets, a builder like John should be held to the same level as Torres and Hauser.
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.9 in Nut Width 2.07 in String Spacing 2.34 in Woods Spruce - German, Rosewood - Brazilian 
1966 Manuel Velazquez Concert Classical, Brazilian Rosewood/Spruce
This is a piece of history, and it sings so sweet. New York’s own Manuel Velazquez built many of the U.S.’s finest Classical guitars from the mid 1900s all the way into the 2000s, and we’ve come across a beautiful example of his work from 1966 with this Concert Classical. Dark, dark Brazilian Rosewood paired with an amber-tinged Spruce top and Rosewood bindings. 650mm scale, 54mm nut, and a lovely playability as confirmed by our repair staff as they inspected the instrument, giving it a clean bill of health. There are some player marks on the top and neck which attest to this Velazquez having been played in handsomely in the past almost 60 years, and it responds easily to a variety of attacks. The bass register is well defined with a warm center, and the trebles pair oh so sweetly.
Check out an additional demo with our own Andy Jurik here: https://youtu.be/zLFj6w4mc4E.
Other keywords: lutherie, classical music, luthier, puerto rico, fingerstyle, nylon string, brazilain, concert guitar
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.6 in Nut Width 2.125 in String Spacing 2.25 in Woods Spruce, Rosewood - Brazilian