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Add to Compare1999 Simon Ambridge Concert Brazilian/Spruce
Simon Ambridge is a English Luthier well known for building worldclass concert guitars. In the late 1980s Simon received a grant from the Crafts Council of Great Britain, the membership of which included Jose Romanillos, David Rubio and Paul Fischer. But you need only play this guitar for a moment to know how he has earned his reputation. This beautiful Brazilian and Spruce Concert model is sublime, powerful and completely musical. The G string sings with lyrical prowess and the voiced is well balanced with strong basses and equally robust trebles. Perfectly maintained by it’s single owner and ready for a new musical partner.
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.59 in Nut Width 2.09 in String Spacing 2.2 in Woods Spruce, Rosewood - Brazilian 
Add to Compare2019 Ameijenda Classical, Indian Rosewood/German Spruce
This is the first piece of Ariel Ameijenda’s to be featured at our shop, and we’re already impressed. Straight-grained Indian Rosewood back and sides are paired with a German Spruce top, French Polished throughout for maximum resonance, and a slim 3lbs 10oz playing weight. The trebles are characterized by a smooth, round flavor that pairs up well with the mids and bass. 650mm scale on a Spanish Cedar neck, and dependable Gotoh tuners round it all out. The neck profile comes in at a rounded U, and feels slightly slender in our hands; the setup is superb.
Other keywords: Uruguay, guitarbuilding, nylon string, osvaldo gold, classical music, mosaic rosette
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.6 in Nut Width 2 in String Spacing 2.33 in Woods Spruce - German, Rosewood - Indian 
Add to CompareBrand New American Archtop Ram, Flame Maple/European Spruce
The result of masters from two fields in collaboration: luthiers Dale & Tyler Unger and hyperrealist painter Peter Maier. The Ram is a particular brand of unique—17 inch archtop whose Maple back is adorned with a hyper realistic ram from Maier. On top, a gold motif continues along the center seam and with the trapeze tailpiece and hardware, plus gold Gotoh mini tuners. The headstock boasts a tightly figured Koa headplate, and from there you’ll find a series of vibrant Abalone position markers along the fretboard. Here’s a snapshot of Maier’s process: https://youtu.be/5AN01qUDxbw. On the electronics front, Unger outfitted the Ram with a Kent Armstrong floating humbucker plus volume and tone at the pickguard (itself featuring a single band of gold that arcs diagonally across). Top is AAAA European Spruce, paired with AAAA European Maple for the back and sides. Flame Maple neck, set off with the Ebony fingerboard, completes the portrait. Here’s Maier: “The Ram guitar was inspired by my time at White Sands Missile Range, New Mexico, where skulls of animals were dominant in many business locations—however I worked gold leaf onto the horns with an engine turned finish to give it more of a costly & valued appearance.”
Other keywords: lutherie, luthier, fine art, gold foil, curly maple, 262, 2021
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.188 in Woods Spruce - European, Maple - Flamed 
Add to CompareBrand New American Archtop Versailles, Flame Maple/European Spruce
A stunning collaboration between father-and-son duo Dale & Tyler Unger and hyperrealist painter Peter Maier. The Versailles is based on the Ungers’ Elite model, here paired with Maier’s inspiration from Wagner dance music in a panoply of vibrant, metallic hues. Here’s a snapshot of Maier’s process: https://vimeo.com/523568115. The result is an archtop quite unlike any other. The 14.5” lower bout and slim build weight make for an easy playing experience; plus a Lollar P90 with tortoise cover for a lively amplified tone that threads the needle between rich and punchy.
The American Archtop Versailles—dressed in Flamed Maple and European Spruce—is ready to be the centerpiece of your collection.Other keywords: lutherie, luthier, fine art, gold foil, curly maple, 261, 2021
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.125 in Woods Spruce - European, Maple - Flamed 
Add to Compare2002 Andersen 17″ Archtop, German Maple/German Spruce
We’ve landed a gorgeous example of Steve Andersen’s handiwork with this 2002 17 Inch dressed up in bright red and boasting an offset oval soundhole. German Spruce top against a Maple body, weighing in a touch under six pounds, with a fast setup and lively acoustic response. Then the Armstrong humbucker is juicy and fat when you plug in. All wrapped up in a Calton flight case for maximum security.
Other keywords/misspellings – duane simpson, jazz box, 325, 17″, fingerstyle
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25 in Nut Width 1.68 in String Spacing 2.125 in Woods Spruce - German, Maple 
Add to Compare1993 Andersen Emerald City Flamed Maple/Engelmann
Here we have a mint condition Andersen Emerald City 17″ Archtop Guitar. This work of art is one of Steve Andersen’s most ornate models, beautifully guilded with Deco Mother-of-Pearl appointments on the headstock and fingerboard and handcrafted bridge, pickguard and tailpiece. But the tone is what we are all smitten with here. Acoustically this Emerald City Archtop Guitar from Steve Andersen has a warm, rich and strong voice. It’s punchy, but beautiful and clear. The Benedetto humbucker captures the full voice when amplified. It plays like a dream and has been kept in mint condition by it’s original owner. This is one of the finest archtops you’ll find.
SOLD Sale! Read moreScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.13 in Woods Spruce - Engelmann, Maple 
Add to CompareAndersen Archtop Maple/Adirondack
This guitar is an archtop with a warmer sound than the traditional design. The oval soundhole gives the guitar more sustain than the f-hole top. It has the projection and power of a great archtop, with the harmonic complexity and sustain more common to the flattop. This makes the guitar very versatile whether played with a flatpick or fingertips, fast or slow, loud or soft.
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.13 in Woods Spruce - Adirondack (Red), Maple - European 
Add to Compare2016 Tom Anderson Drop Top Classic, Alder/Quilted Maple
From Dream Guitars-owner Paul Heumiller’s personal collection, we’ve got a dynamite Tom Anderson electric in Alder & Quilted Maple. This Drop Top Classic comes to us from 2016 and is in gorgeous shape, with Anderson’s “chocolate Maple” neck, TF1-SF1-TF3 pickups, split shaft tuners, and ohsc straight from Tom. 25.5” scale makes for a crisp and quick attack, and Tom’s neck carve and setup play like butter.
Other keywords: solid body , solidbody, electric guitar, single coil, blue, rock
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.5 in Nut Width 1.72 in String Spacing 2 in Woods Maple - Figured, Alder 
Add to CompareNew Anderson Dream #1 Brazilian/30-Yr Aged Sitka 000 Model 04C
We’ve been hoping to work with Robert for several years now and it finally came together. He’s now making a limited edition Dream Series for us and this guitar is the very first. Robert is well known for his guitars and also for those he builds for Schoenberg, they are light and responsive with a pre-war energy and voice. This first Dream Series is based on Robert’s 04C body shape which is a 000 size so it has a strong, vibrant voice and quick response. It’s crafted from top notch Brazilian Rosewood with very tight grain and a beautiful, gentle wave. The top is very special Sitka Spruce sawn from hand-split billets cut from salvaged ocean pilings and air-dried 30 years. This top is superb and sets this guitar apart with it’s strong, clear voice that is sophisticated and complex, yet pure of note. Flamed Koa bindings and a custom Spalted English Maple Rosette complete the understated beauty, but it’s the tone that makes this one magical…
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.25 in Nut Width 1.81 in String Spacing 2.25 in Woods Spruce - Sitka, Rosewood - Brazilian 
Add to CompareBrand New R.M. Anderson #2 Fairbanks Electric/Whyte Laydie
R.M. Anderson’s latest #2 5-string is in! Curly Maple neck, and the Fairbanks Electric/Whyte Laydie pot features a Maple rim and Goatskin head. Rickard hardware throughout. Hand-etched and inlaid diamonds and stars along the fretboard, and a gryphon head at the headplate pointing towards a final star. The inlay and etching work is in a category all of its own: we don’t know anyone else who’s working at this level in the banjo world than Bob Anderson.
Other keywords: lutherie, old time, old tyme, 5-string, 5 string, open back, mop, abalone, pearl
SOLD Read moreScale Length 26.125 in Nut Width 1.313 in String Spacing 1.5 in Woods Skin - Goat, Maple 
Add to CompareBrand New R.M. Anderson 12″ Dobson-Style Fretless Banjo
Bob Anderson is a one-of-a-kind maker. His banjos are works of art, every one, and this handsome fretless 5-string is no exception. 12” Dobson style pot with goatskin head, Maple rim, and Cherry neck. Rickard hardware throughout. Then there’s the etched inlay art. Oh, boy, there’s that. The fretboard features incredibly intricate Pearl and Sea Snail shell inlays, all hand etched by Robert. At the headplate and backplate Bob rendered statues he saw on a recent trip he took to Japan—it’s easy to lose track of time tracing the minute details of his painstaking etching work as it brings them to life.
Other keywords: lutherie, old time, old tyme, 5-string, 5 string, open back, dobson-style, snail abalone, fret less
SOLD Read moreScale Length 26.25 in Nut Width 1.25 in String Spacing 1.625 in Woods Skin - Goat, Maple 
Add to CompareNew R.M. Anderson Vega #1 Custom Banjo
Our latest banjo from Weaverville native Bob Anderson is a gorgeous example of vintage tone with modern feel. Bob pulled a vintage Tubaphone pot from his extensive collection and paired it with a fresh Maple neck he carved with a smooth V profile and dyed a dark, cherry red. Snail inlays along the fretboard are hand etched in painstaking detail by Bob, and you’ll find an intricate star inlaid into the headstock with the same level of precision. 5 Star tuners, Guardian hardshell case, and a fresh head with Ebony-and-Maple bridge dialed in for an easy playing setup—what more could you ask for?
Other keywords: lutherie, old time, old tyme, tuba phone, 5-string, 5 string, open back
SOLD Read moreScale Length 26.25 in Nut Width 1.375 in String Spacing 1.75 in Woods Skin - Fiber, Maple 
Add to CompareBrand New RM Anderson #3 Plus Banjo
Master engraver and banjo builder Bob (RM) Anderson swung by the other day to drop off his two latest creations. This is his #3 Plus model, brand new Curly Maple neck and hardware on a Tubaphone pot with calf skin head. Gotoh Planetary-style tuners, fossilized Walrus Ivory nut, and Bob’s signature shell inlays painstakingly engraved. A mixture of Snail and Abalone sprawls from the headstock down to the final, 24th fret. Up close, you can see Bob’s incredible attention to every infinitesimal detail. Each inlay is hand engraved in a variety of geometric shapes; some of the shading is so subtle you can’t even tell it’s individual hatch marks until you’re right up against it. Add to that an intricately carved neck heel, and the picture of a bespoke old time banjo is complete.
Bob Anderson’s banjos are works of art equally for the eyes and the ears.Other keywords: R.M. Anderson, RM Anderson, old-time
Add to CompareNew R.M. Anderson Banjo, 1930s Vega Tubaphone
Local banjo savant Bob Anderson has been restoring and building banjos for more years than we can count. Along the way he’s mastered the unforgiving art of engraving and inlay: take a look at the attention to detail on this fretboard and headstock. Hand-engraved Abalone and Shell executed as organic and flowing as brush strokes. While the neck is a brand new creation from 2018, the Vega Tubaphone pot is a great deal older from the 1930s. The open-back tone is warm and round, and cuts through the mix without any harshness. Considering the painstaking quality of Bob’s work and the warm voice, this R.M. Anderson Tubaphone is an incredible deal.
common misspellings: rm, rm anderson, andersen, rm andersen, r.m. andersen, viga, tubephone, tubaphono
Add to CompareNew R.M. Anderson Banjeaurine Vega White Laydie Pot/Fiber
R.M. Anderson is many things to us at Dream Guitars: a neighbor, a friend, and an excellent inlay artist and maker of banjos. The Banjeaurine we have here is brand new, hot off the workbench, and is absolutely teeming with gorgeous Mother-of-Pearl inlay. Anderson based the various designs off of inlay work from Cole and Fairbanks, when they were still partnered, and executed them in excruciating detail. Images range from floral patterns, geometric shapes, and butterflies, to a moon-and-star headstock inlay that, according to Bob, was popularized by banjo makers in the late 1800’s in celebration of Halley’s Comet, the only short-term comet that is visible to the naked human eye, which flashed across the skies in 1835, and later in 1910. Bound in Grained Ivoroid and featuring a vintage Vega “White Laydie” pot, this short-scale banjo is pure magic for both the eyes and the ear.