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Add to Compare2014 Keller Dreadnought, Brazilian Rosewood/Adirondack Spruce
We recently lost Michael Keller, and the luthier community feels that loss keenly. So we’re delighted to have this 2014 Dreadnought in the shop to honor his memory and find a new home for it. Eight years old and waking up very nicely, the voice is open and expressive with great note separation. As a result, it’s at home with fingerpicking as well as of course flatpicking. Brazilian Rosewood back and sides pair with Adirondack Spruce on top, Abalone trim and snowflakes/diamonds position markers–and Michael upgraded this Dread with a soundport in the upper bout side. This has the effect of giving the player a bit more “me in the monitor,” making it easier to hear your tone when playing with those pesky other musicians in the group. When you want to go electric, the installed Fishman Matrix Natural pickup will take you there.
Other keywords: luthier, keller guitars, dreadnaught, allen sadd, brazilain, adriondack
$7,800 Add to cartScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.25 in Woods Spruce - Adirondack (Red), Rosewood - Brazilian 
Add to CompareBrand New Klein & Kauffman 426, Brazilian Rosewood/Sitka Spruce
2024 Klein & Kauffman 426, dressed in Brazilian Rosewood (a gorgeous three-piece back) and Sitka Spruce on top. The size of this guitar and scale length (25.5″) make one beg the question, “What more could a fingerstylist want from a guitar?” A complete and full-sounding large body acoustic, with a soundport, Klein’s signature bridge design, Evo frets, Gotoh tuners, and a rosewood neck. This guitar has a depth and fullness to the sound that is truly unique. Everyone here at the shop gets lost in it as soon as it is played. This guitar leaves nothing to be desired.
Other keywords/misspellings: Luthier, lutherie, bespoke, oregon, Kline, kaufman, pinless, ameritage, 426-170
$18,200 Add to cartScale Length 25.5 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.125 in Woods Spruce - Sitka, Rosewood - Brazilian 
Add to Compare1997 Klein M-43, Maple/Spruce
This Klein M43 from 1997 offers a subtle glimpse into what Klein & Kauffman guitars are renowned for today. This variation features an offset soundhole, which creates an even more unique sonic soundscape with this instrument. Wielding it feels powerful; hearing it is moving, and looking at it encompasses both of those experiences. The Maple back and sides exhibit extreme chatoyance, reminiscent of looking into the bottom of a swimming pool in summer. The spruce top has aged just as finely in sound as it has in hue. But enough of us gushing over this—listen to the sample and watch the video for yourself. Brace yourself.
Other Keywords/mispellings: Luthier, lutherie, bespoke, handmade, klien, undersaddle, calton j-4075
$9,360 Add to cartScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.125 in Woods Spruce, Maple 
Add to Compare1996 Klein L457 Mushrooms Brazilian Rosewood/Spruce
Klein & Kaufman crafted this beast in 1996. An absolute stunning set of Brazilian Rosewood for the back and sides, with a gorgeous Spruce top. This guitar has had nearly 30 years of play at time of publication, and it certainly lets you know. All of the characteristics that we know and love about Klein & Kaufman guitars are present in this build. Powerful bass, and trebles that truly stand out. You’ll notice that there is something funky about this particular instrument, funky? Fungal? Ah yes, there are beautiful abalone mushrooms filling in the fingerboard and headplate. This is such a unique and singular piece that it made its way into the book “The Guitar” by Nick Freeth and Charles Alexander. These guitars are beloved by many famous wielders of the axe! Steve Martin, Joni Mitchell and Andy Summers to name a few. If you’re looking for an incredibly inspirational instrument as well as an exciting addition to any collection–look no further.
Additional keywords/misspellings: Luthier, lutherie, fingerstyle, modern, calton, 90’s s-3/044
$13,000 Add to cartScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.25 in Woods Spruce, Rosewood - Brazilian 
Add to Compare2018 Klein 457, Brazilian Rosewood/Engelmann Spruce
Taking this 2018 457 for a spin, and you lose track of time right out of the gate. This big boy fills your lap and vibrates your chest at first strum, and quickly sets the room to vibrating with the force of its voice. This 457 is a fantastic example of the expansive, enveloping, sonorous Klein sound—with some top shelf upgrades to set it apart. Mouth-watering gorgeous Brazilian Rosewood back and sides (chocolate-dark and black ink lines) with Spruce on top and a multiscale setup oof 26 1/4” on the bass and 25 1/8” on the treble. Moreover, the neck, bridge, and fingerboard are all also Brazilian Rosewood—this neck is a special rarity, and adds smooth sustain to the midrange that really helps fills out the voice. The expansive 18” lower bout loves, loves, loves to tune down to altered tuning territory (Cadd9) is a particular sweet spot.
Ready to land this big slice of lutherie life? Give us a shout!Other keywords: custom guitar, custom build, lutherie, luthier, steve kauffman, steve klein, klein & kauffmam, steve kaufman, fan fret, fanned fret, multi scale, multi-scale, fingerstyle
$12,640 Add to cartScale Length 25.125 in - 26.25 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.188 in Woods Spruce - Engelmann, Rosewood - Brazilian 
Add to Compare2021 Kostal 00, Ziricote/German Spruce
A real showstopper—this 2021 00 from Jason Kostal features Ziricote back and sides paired with a German Spruce top. A custom ‘stained glass’ rosette, a full neck profile, and an abundance of midrange with glassy definition. With 12 frets to the body, it delivers both comfort and power in a small-bodied guitar.
Other keywords/misspellings: Luthier, lutherie, bespoke, arizona, queen creek, hoffee, 192
$17,680 Add to cartScale Length 24.9 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.625 in Woods Spruce - German, Ziricote 
Add to Compare2016 Kostal OMC, Brazilian Rosewood/German Spruce
A gorgeous example of Jason Kostal’s handiwork, this OM Cutaway from 2016 not only has premium tonewoods with Brazilian Rosewood back and sides and German Spruce on top, it also features Jason’s eye for color and curve, both at the rosette with his stained glass motif and with the two-tone carved head stock of Ebony and Brazilian Rosewood. The voice is classic Kostal: strong bass register, wide open response, perfect for modern fingerstyle.
Here’s an additional demo of this guitar with our dear, late friend, Al Petteway: https://youtu.be/7AL05W0i3pU
Other keywords: luthier, somogyi, fingerpicking, brazilain, omc, hoffee
$22,880 Add to cartScale Length 25 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.281 in Woods Spruce - German, Rosewood - Brazilian 
Add to Compare2015 Kraut 00, Birdseye Maple/Italian Spruce
Velvet to our ears. This 2015 Kraut 00 is stunning, a testament to modern lutherie and small bodied guitars with big bodied tone. Figured Birdseye Maple back and sides, Italian Spruce on top, and this one features Ray’s elevated fingerboard, which you’ll see actually goes through the top. In excellent condition, this Kraut has sweet, warm trebles that cut right through the mix, and pairs handsomely with a lively, balanced bass response. It’s an excellent fingerstyle instrument, hands down. Alessi tuners, Ebony bindings, and a Hoffee flight case round out the package. We love Ray’s geometric eye when it comes to his rosettes, and the headstock cap here is no exception, perfectly executed.
Other keywords: lutherie, luthier, ervin somogyi, fingerpicking, birds eye maple, bird’s eye maple, modern, 069, one of a kind
Additional Demo: https://youtu.be/vwWXTQqLZGk
$11,130 Add to cartScale Length 24.75 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.25 in Woods Spruce - Italian, Maple - Birdseye 
Add to Compare2010 Kraut OMC, Brazilian Rosewood/European Spruce
Here we have an incredibly sweet OMC from Ray Kraut. A former apprentice of Ervin Somogyi, which shows in this instrument. Decked out with Brazilian Rosewood back and sides, and a European Spruce on top. This guitar has both classic and modern aesthetics balanced perfectly– which translates through the voice as well. Touting a deconstructed rosette that is subtle yet captivating. The look and sound of this instrument speaks for itself. Delicately balanced yet rich with haunting overtones and bloom that leave you wanting more and more. This fine guitar is a fingerstyle players paradise.
Other keywords: raymond kraut, lutherie, luthier, euro spruce, orchestra model,
$16,640 Add to cartScale Length 25.125 in Nut Width 1.781 in String Spacing 2.281 in Woods Spruce - European, Rosewood - Brazilian 
Add to Compare2018 Kraut OM, Pale Moon Ebony/European Spruce
This guitar! Where do we even begin? This 2018 OM from Ray Kraut is astounding to both the eyes and the ears. A beauty, features Ray’s “Pale Moon” Ebony for the back and sides, and a pale set of European Spruce for the top. Not content with that already deadly combination, Ray then fashioned the headstock veneers, fretboard, bridge, and heelcap out of more Pale Moon. An abstract rosette completes the luthier’s portrait. Tonally, this OM pours out notes with such presence and definition, it takes fingerstyle arrangements and renders them in crystalline clarity.
The trebles have a faint blooming effect after the initial attack, and the string-to-string balance is superb. We had a lot of fun playing around in open tunings—the playability is likewise slinky and smooth. Just an incredible instrument across the board, and it comes with a Hoffee flight case to keep it safe and sound.
So much wow factor here, you’ll need to take two breaths.
Check out our original demo with Mr. Paul himself here: https://youtu.be/IV71pt9vmP8.
Here’s an additional demo with Al Petteway on this instrument: https://youtu.be/JH8twz3yFzE
Other keywords: raymond kraut, somogyi, ervin somogyi, somogyi apprentice, lutherie, luthier, alternativetonewoods, euro spruce, orchestra model
$18,720 Add to cartScale Length 25 in Nut Width 1.81 in String Spacing 2.25 in Woods Spruce - European, Ebony - Pale Moon 
Add to Compare2010 Mark Lacey Premier Archtop, Maple/Spruce
From the late Mark Lacey, we have a 2010 Premier Archtop—and the model name truly suits the quality of this instrument. Built with the finest materials and craftsmanship, this guitar exemplifies high-end construction while maintaining a character all its own. It has it in spades—well-played and well-built, making it an incredible instrument for both stage and studio.
We love the Joe Barden humbucker in this guitar. That’s a rare combination for an archtop, and it really shouldn’t be—nothing on the sonic spectrum is out of reach with this one.
Listen for yourself.
Other keywords/misspelling: Lacie, lutherie, luthier, bespoke, jazz, barton,
$12,480 Add to cartScale Length 25.25 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.125 in Woods Spruce, Maple 
Add to CompareBrand New Lame Horse Big Hoss “War Horse” Birdseye Maple/Italian Spruce
Lame Horse presents the 2024 Big Hoss ‘War Horse,’ a Grand Concert body style guitar adorned inside and out with the striking War Horse motif. Crafted with Italian Spruce and Birdseye Maple, it includes a K&K Pure Mini pickup with volume control. The rosette showcases a detailed image of a Comanche War Horse, composed of 77 pieces of intricate inlay using awabi abalone, black phenolic, coral, red pearl polyester, turquoise, paua abalone, and acrylic.
This guitar offers more than meets the eye, featuring an adjustable neck and an access panel on the tail. Opening the panel reveals that the artistry extends beyond the surface, embracing the instrument’s inner workings. Be sure to view the photos and watch the demo to fully appreciate this incredible piece of craftsmanship. See and hear it for yourself.
Other keywords/misspellings: Luthier, lutherie, austin, texas, calton,
$11,440 Add to cartScale Length 25.5 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.25 in Woods Spruce - Italian, Maple - Birdseye 
Add to Compare2020 LHT Rose Burl Fugue, Flame Maple/Sitka Spruce
It’s not easy to make a new name for yourself in the archtop, electric world, but we think Tyler Wells of LHT Guitars has what it takes. This 2020 Rose Burl Fugue is nothing short of a work of functional art. Curvaceous yet comfortable, stands apart from the crowd yet at the same time approachable and familiar. This guitar feels effortless in hand, from the multiscale setup (24.7-25.7”) to the lightweight build and cutaway ergonomics. The neck and body are perfectly balanced to play off your leg when seated, and Tyler’s handsomely executed single bass offset soundhole broadcasts cleanly straight into the player’s ear. Acoustically, the Fugue has impressive presence and range, and would record very well on that level alone. When amplified with a Parallelogram Kent Armstrong humbucker (volume and tone under the Burl pickguard), the tone rolls out fat and round with fingers, and responds beautifully with added crispness and punch under a flatpick attack.
The body is Flame Maple, here paired with a carved Sitka Spruce top and a 4-piece Flame Maple neck with carbon fiber reinforcement. Black ABS bindings, and Bodega Bay driftwood burl appointments throughout give this Fugue its “Burl” designation (with a gorgeous, gorgeous red Nitro burst for the “Rose”).
The LHT Fugue is what successful modern lutherie looks like: pushing the envelope without forgetting its roots, exploring contemporary aesthetics with an eye for ease of play and an ear for dynamics.Other keywords: kent parker, arched top, jazz guitar, fan fret, fanned fret, 3007, ska, flamed maple, duane simpson
$10,400 Add to cartScale Length 24.7 in - 25.7 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.188 in Woods Spruce - Sitka, Maple - Figured 
Add to Compare2020 Lichty Long Neck Tenor, Koa/Sitka
Tryon’s Jay Lichty has been building guitars, violins, and of course ukuleles for a number of years now, and we’re excited to have a recent example of his work in the shop today. Try on this 2020 Long Neck Tenor for size—19” scale for extra string tension and pop, plus a more spacious fretting experience for anyone with big hands, or someone simply more accustomed to guitar proportions. Figured Koa back and sides pair with Sitka Spruce on top, a K&K pickup inside, and capped off with a soundport flanking the body with a florentine cutaway. Weighs 1.5lbs, and is raring to go. There’s even a subtle arm bevel in the Koa bindings!
Other keywords: uke, 149, cross rock, fingerstyle, wound C, gotoh
Additional demo: https://youtu.be/cgXwhX2SlWE
$4,160 Add to cartScale Length 19.25 in Nut Width 1.5 in String Spacing 1.5 in Woods Spruce - Sitka, Koa 
Add to Compare2002 Jeremy Locke Arched Back Classical Guitar, Tasmanian Blackwood/Spruce
From 2002, the “Arched Back Classical” from Jeremy Locke has Tasmanian Blackwood—which isn’t a common tonewood for the back and sides of a classical guitar, but based on what we have here, it probably should be more common. It comes with Gilbert tuners and a Gilbert-styled bridge. As the name suggests, this guitar has a carved “arched” back, giving it the classic Australian guitar tone. With Spanish Cedar for the neck, this is a whole lot of guitar for your money.
Other keywords/misspellings: Luthier, lutherie, bespoke, handmade, queensland, tazzy, spruce, calton