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Add to Compare2007 Henderson Tenor Ukulele, All Koa
Here we have another rare and wonderful creation from the bench of the one and only Wayne Henderson: a 2007 Tenor Ukulele crafted entirely from Koa. As you’d expect from a living legend like Wayne, the craftsmanship is exceptional—clean, elegant, and full of charm. This uke is a joy to play and a beauty to behold, with a sweet and graceful voice to match. 17″ scale for full Tenor depth and presence.
Other keywords/misspelling: Luthier, lutherie, bespoke, rugby, va, hawaii, ukelele,
Add to Compare90’s Wayne Henderson 11″ Open Back Banjo #8
Now here’s something you don’t see every day—a one-off, truly special open-back banjo from the legendary Wayne Henderson. Built with classic old-time sensibilities: Fiberskin head, Maple rim, Walnut neck, planetary tuners, fifth string capo and rolled brass tonering. The neck has a slim, fast profile, and the tone is pure vintage clawhammer gold. For the connoisseur of old-time music and the admirer of Wayne’s masterful craft alike, this is a rare and wonderful opportunity.
*Upon discussing with Wayne, we believe this banjo is like from 1993-1994.
Other keywords/misspellings: Luthier, lutherie, bespoke, rugby va, banjer,
$7,800 Add to cartScale Length 26.5 in Nut Width 1.125 in String Spacing Standard in Woods Skin - Fiber, Maple 
Add to Compare1975 Henderson Banjo #5
We’re already very familiar with Wayne Henderson’s flattops—and we love them dearly. We’ve been fortunate enough to have seen a great number pass through our hands, but until today we’ve never seen what Wayne can do with a Bluegrass Banjo. This Mastertone-inspired wonder was built all the way back in 1975 with gold etched hardware, Maple resonator, and tight flamed Maple neck. This is #5 of only 19 banjos that Wayne has built to date, each unique, and this is one of only two with “Henderson” inlaid at the headstock. Long scale setup at 27” and 1 3/16” nut; a hefty 10lbs 13oz; broken in and opened up tone.
We put this one through its paces with our own Al Petteway here: https://youtu.be/fwCtqRJPdCI
Alan Shadd: https://youtu.be/S3eNYhx9dik
Other keywords: w.c. henderson, fingerpicking, mop, tone ring, planetary
$17,680 Add to cartScale Length 27 in Nut Width 1.19 in String Spacing 1.75 in Woods Skin - Fiber, Maple 
Add to Compare2021 Henderson 000-42, Brazilian Rosewood/Appalachian Spruce
A premium example of Wayne Henderson’s handiwork, our 2021 000-42 with Brazilian Rosewood and Red Spruce. Gorgeously executed Abalone 42-style trim along the top and fingerboard extension; Grained Ivoroid bindings to transition from pale Appalachian Spruce on top to chocolate-dark (and -rich) Brazilian Rosewood back and sides. Snowflakes, diamonds, and squares along the fingerboard. The neck is slender and fast in hand, and an overall light build weight under four pounds puts this guitar like so many feathers in your hands. The voice is correspondingly energetic and clear.
Other keywords: brazilain, adriondack, 835, wc henderson, apalachian, 42 style
Additional demo: https://youtu.be/s3viqf5WbNc
$43,680 Add to cartScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.625 in String Spacing 2.188 in Woods Spruce - Appalachian, Rosewood - Brazilian 
Add to Compare2008 Henderson D-45, Brazilian Rosewood/Adirondack Spruce
This is why we are called Dream Guitars, because of instruments like this. Here we have a Henderson D-45 in Premium quality Adirondack (Red) Spruce and Brazilian Rosewood, that has been revoiced by the godfather of modern fingerstyle guitar himself Ervin Somogyi. This is an ultimate example of two worlds meeting in the realm of lutherie. This dreadnought maintains its flatpicking, and robust quality all the while preserving that power in the hands of a fingerstyle player. This instrument is truly one of a kind, and an absolute masterpiece at that, for the player and collector alike.
Other keywords/misspellings: Luthier, wayne, rugby, steel string, flat top, 431
$52,000 Add to cartScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.125 in Woods Spruce - Adirondack (Red), Rosewood - Brazilian 
Add to Compare2008 Henderson Dreadnought 45 Deluxe, Brazilian Rosewood/Red Spruce
D-45 Deluxe from Wayne Henderson, built in 2008 with Brazilian Rosewood and Red Spruce, plus additional tree of life vine inlays along the fingerboard. Extensive 45-style pearl work throughout, gold Waverly tuners, well preserved and sure to be the centerpiece of your collection.
Other keywords: henderson dreadnought, allen shadd, will saylor
$57,200 Add to cartScale Length 25.375 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.125 in Woods Spruce - Adirondack (Red), Rosewood - Brazilian 
Add to Compare2016 Henderson D-45, Brazilian Rosewood/Adirondack Spruce
If you are a follower of Wayne Henderson guitars you know that they are all rare, wonderful, and highly sought after. What we have here is the rarest of Hendersons, a D-45 Deluxe Tree Of Life in Brazilian Rosewood and Red Spruce which comes to us from 2016. You are certain to gasp and drool over this one, we certainly have been. Wayne makes precious few of this model of guitar, the sheer amount of time, material and skill that goes into building such a guitar is impressive, and certainly limits the opportunity to make many of them. This is the true collector’s dream guitar! While this guitar certainly has the looks, that isn’t the only trick in its bag. The Henderson tonal pedigree is in full show here, big open basses, barking mids, and smooth trebles. This is the definition of a once in a lifetime guitar, don’t miss out!
$57,200 Add to cartScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.688 in String Spacing 2.188 in Woods Spruce - Adirondack (Red), Rosewood - Brazilian 
Add to Compare2018 Henderson 000-28, Brazilian Rosewood/Red Spruce
Wayne Henderson has notoriety for his dreadnoughts, but his other traditional style builds deserve the same level of fame. Here we have a 000-28 decked out in Red Spruce and Brazilian Rosewood in classic Henderson fashion. Don’t let its size fool you! It can handle flat picking as well as any larger box. In fact this mid-sized beast demands pick energy in an inspiring away! A perfect guitar for any style whether you’re a traditionalist or modern folky, this instrument will work for you; heck it even feels like it is doing the work for you while playing. An effortless, feathery and nuanced creature. Don’t simply take our word for it; check out the audio and listen for yourself. Aside from its playability and auditory prowess, it’s quite a looker too. Wayne’s shade tops are among the most beautiful and classy out there. We could stare at this burst all day.
Other keywords/misspellings: Luthier, lutherie, rugby, va, slot head, soft v, guardian, 755
SOLD Read moreScale Length 24.9 in Nut Width 1.719 in String Spacing 2.46 in Woods Spruce - Adirondack (Red), Rosewood - Brazilian 
Add to Compare2020 Henderson D-42, Brazilian Rosewood/Red Spruce
A premier example of Wayne Henderson’s craftsmanship– This 2020 D-42 decked out in chocolatey Brazilian Rosewood and Appalachian Red Spruce, is class and mastery epitomized. The Abalone trim on this guitar is uniquely dark, and frames the toned Red Spruce top beautifully. This guitar is truly of heirloom quality.
Other keywords and misspellings: Luthier, lutherie, 672, wc henderson, adirondack, adriondack, 42 style,
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.688 in String Spacing 2.188 in Woods Spruce - Adirondack (Red), Rosewood - Brazilian 
Add to Compare2010 Henderson 000-42, Brazilian Rosewood/Adirondack Spruce
Here’s a Henderson that stands apart. Not only were Wayne’s legendary hands involved—Rudie Blazer (of Blazer & Henkes), John Arnold, and Don Wilson all pitched in for this 2010 000-42. Old-growth Brazilian Rosewood back and sides (plus headstock veneer); Red Spruce top that Arnold harvested after Hurricane Opal; Mahogany neck block from a 150-year-old mantle; hand engraved tuners from Blazer & Henkes’ shop. The list goes on. The neck is carved in an homage to blues guitar necks of old, and is chunky in hand and features a 1 7/8” nut to boot. Don’t be scared, we found this neck to be effortlessly playable, and quite comfortable. There’s a familiarity and confidence that comes from having good contact with the neck along your hand, and this one has that in spades. Dark blue Abalone bedecks the Red Spruce top with black purflings to really set it off, and the Ivoroid bindings bring it all together. This 000-42 is 100% a Henderson, but the top is signed by everyone to further set this one apart. It was even featured in a Fretboard Journal article in 2014 (https://www.fretboardjournal.com/features/four-kind-watching-luthiers-wayne-henderson-don-wilson-rudie-blazer-john-arnold-work/).
Other keywords: w.c. henderson, allen shadd, 45 style, bluegrass, ooo-42, 516, 2011, guardian, fingerstyle, fgj
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.875 in String Spacing 2.313 in Woods Spruce - Adirondack (Red), Rosewood - Brazilian 
Add to Compare2017 Henderson 45-Style Dreadnought Shade Top, Brazilian Rosewood/Red Spruce
This is the definition of a dream guitar, an heirloom instrument, a lifetime player. Wayne Henderson made sure this 45-style Dreadnought shade top was the best of the best, and he more than succeeded. Premium Brazilian Rosewood back and sides with green flecking in the right light (super rare), Red Spruce on top, and the aforementioned 45-style Abalone appointment package from headstock to endgraft.
Other keywords: lutherie, wayne henderson, dreadnaught, allen shadd, will saylor, d-45, 45 style
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.188 in Woods Spruce - Adirondack (Red), Rosewood - Brazilian 
Add to Compare2019 Henderson D-28, Brazilian Rosewood/Red Spruce
Here we’ve landed a Henderson Dreadnought from 2019 that’s already got lots of play time under its belt and is wide, wide awake. Brazilian Rosewood back and sides with gorgeous ink lines, Red Spruce top, and 28-style appointments throughout, as well as Wayne’s fiddle-style headstock profile. Nickel Waverly tuners with black pearl buttons; 1 3/4″ nut and soft V profile; custom tortoise-style pickguard completes the portrait of a Wayne Henderson powerhouse. The voice is exceedingly smooth and balanced.
Other keywords: henderson guitar, dreadnaught, allen shadd, bluegrass
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.313 in Woods Spruce - Adirondack (Red), Rosewood - Brazilian 
Add to Compare2016 Henderson D-45, Brazilian Rosewood/Adirondack Spruce
If you are a follower of Wayne Henderson guitars you know that they are all rare, wonderful, and highly sought after. What we have here is the rarest of Hendersons, a D-45 Deluxe Tree Of Life in Brazilian Rosewood and Red Spruce which comes to us from 2016. You are certain to gasp and drool over this one, we certainly have been. Wayne makes precious few of this model of guitar, the sheer amount of time, material and skill that goes into building such a guitar is impressive, and certainly limits the opportunity to make many of them. This is the true collector’s dream guitar! While this guitar certainly has the looks, that isn’t the only trick in its bag. The Henderson tonal pedigree is in full show here, big open basses, barking mids, and smooth trebles. This is the definition of a once in a lifetime guitar, don’t miss out!
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.688 in String Spacing 2.188 in Woods Spruce - Adirondack (Red), Rosewood - Brazilian 
Add to Compare2008 Henderson Dreadnought 45 Deluxe, Brazilian Rosewood/Red Spruce
D-45 Deluxe from Wayne Henderson, built in 2008 with Brazilian Rosewood and Red Spruce, plus additional tree of life vine inlays along the fingerboard. Extensive 45-style pearl work throughout, gold Waverly tuners, well preserved and sure to be the centerpiece of your collection.
Other keywords: henderson dreadnought, allen shadd, will saylor
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.375 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.125 in Woods Spruce - Adirondack (Red), Rosewood - Brazilian 
Add to Compare1984 Henderson Dreadnought, Brazilian Rosewood/Spruce
The only way to make a Henderson better is to add time to the equation–and this 1984 Dreadnought has that in spades. Accordingly, the voice is wide awake and expressive, thanks in part to age but also of course from the Brazilian Rosewood body with Red Spruce top. 28-style appointments, plus Wayne’s fiddle headstock profile, make for a classic Henderson Dread. Looking for a slimmer neck? This beauty has a 1 5/8″ nut for a tighter, faster string spacing for the left hand.
Other keywords: lutherie, guitarbuilding, wayne henderson, 77, dreadnaught, brazilain, adirondack, appalachian
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.625 in String Spacing 2.188 in Woods Spruce, Rosewood - Brazilian
Wayne C. Henderson is an American guitar maker who specializes in the crafting of handmade, custom acoustic guitars. He also occasionally makes other stringed instruments, such as mandolins, banjos, and fiddles. He is based in Rugby, in Grayson County, Virginia where he was born on May 3, 1947.