Featured: Fender Masterbuilt WW10 ‘59 Strat, 2013

"Fender Masterbuilt Stratocaster, John Cruz, Sonic Blue Relic, Cruz Ltd pickups, '59 neck profile - not much else to say. We, who know, know! John Cruz Masterbuilts have become pretty scarce lately. His tenure as a Fender masterbuilder is legendary, and this '59 Strat is no exception. Built in 2013 as part of the Wildwood 10 collection, it was hand-selected for the owner for its tone, feel, and beauty. It is a guitar that doesn't have to be over-explained, over-marketed, over-thought, or overhyped. It is what it is, and those who know, know how good a great Strat can be..." - Craig

Featured: Benedetto GA35 Semi Hollow Autumburst, 2018

"The Benedetto GA35 semi-hollow model might be the perfect guitar for an organ trio. Like most semi-hollow guitars, it doesn't have feedback issues at high volumes. But, thanks to Bob's vision, its voice is unique. This Benedetto has a modern voice that speaks clearly and richly and can cut through the denseness of a B3 Hammond without sacrificing its distinctive sonic character. Beyond that genre, it goes without saying that this a guitar that will satisfy the player no matter the style of music, be it rock, jazz, or blues, etc.

Autumnburst is my favorite of all of Benedetto's finishes, especially on a flame maple top. The body of the GA35 is solid chambered woods, not laminates. As a result, this is not simply a version of a 335 but more of a professional guitarist's gig-ready boutique semi hollow archtop. As with all of Bob's instruments, the playability and fit, and finish are beyond reproach..." - Craig

Featured: Stephen Marchione Maple OMC Preowned 2018

"Stephen Marchione is a luthier in the truest sense of the word. What I mean by that is that he makes exceptional stringed instruments across the spectrum - archtops, solid body electrics, semi hollow electrics, flamenco and classical guitars, steel strings, and violins.

"That's why I am really thrilled to have one of his stunning acoustics in the shop, the Marchione OMC. Stephen says that it's the synthesis of more than 25 years of professional guitar making, and it is. But I think there's more to it than that. He both deeply understands the traditions of guitar making, and has the skill and insight from his across-the-spectrum experience to add innovation if the instrument will be better for it..." - Craig

Featured: Duesenberg Dropkick Murphys Alliance

"This Duesenberg is the first I've had in the shop, and I am impressed. The quality is superb, the fit and finish are stellar, and the playability is top-notch. Being a limited edition model, this Alliance has unique features that appeal to me. The custom neck profile has just the right amount of taper and girth. It reminds me of a classic Gibson archtop - it's right on the money. In addition to its obvious visual appeal, Duesenberg dialed in a unique acoustic-inspired tone by using just the right woods and construction. Their choice of pickups provides a broad sonic palette. The cleans are open and resonant. If crunch is what you are after, no problem. Just switch on the bridge pickup, push your amp and slash away. You'll get what you want and still maintain the outstanding character of this guitar...'" - Craig

Featured: Thomas Rodriguez T-Style Abbey

Description, from Thomas Rodriguez: "One of my kid's teachers gave me an 1850s walnut bed that had been in her family since before the civil war. My goal with the bed was to make a Tele like George Harrison's rosewood Tele. I love the look but not the weight or tone of an all rosewood Tele, so I decided to use that walnut and stain it. The result would be a much lighter weight guitar and a more traditional sound. The bed worked out perfectly. Like the George Harrison Tele, it's made with a stack laminated body with a maple center sandwiched between that wonderful centries old tonewood.

"In keeping with the old wood theme, the fingerboard is 100-year-old Brazilian rosewood purchased from an antique dealer in Brazil. The position dots and nut are ancient mastodon ivory. The guitar has Lindy Fralin pickups that are based on a 1950s era design featuring alnico 3 magnets and 43 gauge wire. Other specs on the guitar are more in the style of early Esquires and Broadcasters. It has a slightly thinner body than a regular Tele, 10" fingerboard radius, and Broadcaster routes. The result is a versatile guitar that sounds like a great Tele, either clean or overdriven. At just shy of 7 pounds, it's a pleasure to play...'"