Featured: Ken Parker Inner Peace Archtop, 2012

"Ken Parker stands among the most innovative luthiers of our time. I've known Ken since I played his first archtop 40 years ago. He is genuinely one of the most courageous builders I know. His creativity shines through everything from his groundbreaking Parker Fly electric to his visionary reinvention of the archtop guitar. Through countless conversations over the years, I've witnessed his relentless pursuit of excellence and innovation—always seeking better ways to bring musical ideas to life. His knowledge of guitar building runs extraordinarily deep. Ken possesses that rare combination of traditional craftsmanship and fearless experimentation that pushes the boundaries of what a guitar can be..." - Craig

Featured: Knaggs Choptank T-Trem

"This gorgeous butterscotch Choptank T-Trem represents everything brilliant about Joe Knaggs' hybrid vision – Stratocaster versatility meets Telecaster soul in one exceptional instrument.

"While setneck versus bolt-on construction remains a debate in the guitar world, in Knaggs' case his setneck design works brilliantly, delivering enhanced sustain and that coveted Knaggs "ring." The neck profile draws from both early Tele and '62 Strat DNA, creating a seductive, addictive feel that's simply irresistible. The East Indian rosewood fingerboard with ebony headstock veneer adds visual elegance and tonal warmth..." - Craig

Featured: PRS McCarty Artist 10th Anniv, 1995

"When PRS celebrated its first decade in 1995, it created something genuinely special with the McCarty Artist 10th Anniversary. This guitar, being #97 of only 200 made worldwide, represents both a significant moment in PRS history and some of their finest work from that era.

"The Black Teal finish over the flame/quilt maple top has a depth that reveals new details as the light catches it from different angles. The abalone bindings and mother-of-pearl bird inlays provide elegant contrasts that enhance the overall design without overwhelming it..." - Craig

Featured: Gibson Wildwood Spec 1964 ES-335, 2023

"This 2023 Wildwood spec Gibson 1964 ES-335 has graced the shop for a few days, and it’s so good, I keep coming back to it. Wildwood spec guitars further enhance their vintage characteristics

"The VOS vintage burst finish is beautiful – a gently aged finish that captures the look and feel of vintage Gibsons. At 7.75 pounds, it feels just right in my hands. The neck profile is on point. It hits that sweet spot between chunky ‘50s carves and early ‘60s slim profiles, and honestly, it has a righteous feel that works..." - Craig

Featured: Collings City Limits “New Aged”, 2015

"This 2015 Collings CL represents everything I love about the New Aged series—it's a guitar that immediately feels like an old friend while delivering the precision and reliability of modern craftsmanship. The Brockburst finish is absolutely captivating, with rich amber and brown hues that seem to glow from within the flame maple top. Remarkably, this instrument remains in near-mint condition, looking exactly as it did when it first left the Collings shop several years ago.

"The ThroBak Custom ER MVX pickups perfectly complement this guitar's vintage-inspired character. These pickups deliver that coveted late '50s PAF tone with remarkable clarity and touch sensitivity. Whether you're digging in for aggressive leads or floating through clean chord progressions, the dynamic response is exceptional..." - Craig

Featured: Brian Applegate SJ Acoustic, Zirocote

"This preowned Applegate SJ is in excellent condition and showcases exactly why this builder has earned such respect in the acoustic guitar world. From the moment you pick it up, you can feel the passion and craftsmanship that goes into every Applegate instrument.

"The neck has a really nice low-profile contour that just feels right in your hand. It's clear that every detail has been thoughtfully considered, from the comfort of the neck profile to the precise execution of the inlay work..." - Craig

Featured: Collings 290 V Custom TV Yellow, 2023

"This custom 290 was built at my request using specs from the I35 LC Vintage model. It combines the straightforward Collings 290 platform with vintage-inspired details that elevate it beyond the standard model. The TV Yellow finish with aged nitrocellulose lacquer captures that classic vintage vibe perfectly with its warm, creamy tone and authentic, slightly worn-in feel.

"The ThroBak KZ90 pickups are the real standout here. They deliver serious power and sustain while keeping things clear and articulate. Whether you're playing clean or driving an amp hard, these pickups respond beautifully and give you plenty of tonal range..." - Craig

Featured: PRS SC-J Thinline Limited Edition, 2008

"It's been years since I last played one of these SC-J Thinlines, and the guitar I now have in the shop is genuinely hard to put down. Picture a thinline Gibson L-5 CES with a Bigsby, and you can get close to what PRS was aiming for here, but in many ways, this execution surpasses the original inspiration.

"The playability strikes me as remarkably precise - there's a clarity and focus that eliminates any unwanted overtones while delivering music that's harmonically rich and beautifully articulate. What impresses me is its open, pleasing acoustic tone that rings with genuine woody resonance even when unplugged..." - Craig

Featured: Artinger Quilted Maple & Sapele Hollow Body

"When an Artinger Quilted Maple and Sapele Hollow Body arrived at the shop, I knew we were in for something extraordinary. Built specifically for the 2025 Artisan Guitar Show, this instrument represents the pinnacle of Matt Artinger's vision and craftsmanship. The moment you hold this guitar, you realize you're experiencing a masterpiece that transcends mere instrument making – this is functional art at its finest.

"The highly quilted maple top immediately draws you in with its mesmerizing depth and three-dimensional quality, perfectly complemented by the flamed maple binding that frames it like a precious painting. But the visual journey has just begun..." - Craig

Featured: Fender Jimmy Page Signature Telecaster, 2020

"My decades as a professional guitarist and collector have built deep friendships across the guitar community, occasionally allowing me to cherry-pick special instruments like this. Here, we have a Fender Custom Shop vintage-vibed Tele based on Jimmy's own instrument. The White Blonde finish has that perfect Journeyman aging—not overdone, just enough character to feel immediately familiar in your hands. The 7.25" radius and comfortable neck dimensions (.81" at the first fret to .96" at the twelfth) create that authentic early Telecaster feel that's simply timeless..." - Craig

Featured: Circa 12 Fret 0028

"I commissioned this breathtaking 0028 directly from John Slobod, widely regarded as one of the country's premier builders of Martin-style guitars. As a dealer for Circa guitars, I'm particularly proud to offer this spellbinding instrument that represents John's mastery at its finest. This is a rare opportunity to acquire a pristine, master-grade instrument without the typical wait time associated with Slobod's sought-after builds.

This Circa 0028 represents the pinnacle of modern acoustic guitar craftsmanship while paying homage to what we most appreciate in fine vintage guitars..." - Craig