Featured: Collings I35 LC Vintage Blonde

"Collings has upped their game with their new I35 LC Vintage model guitar. That's not an easy task when the company already has some of the finest ES style semi-hollows on the market. Immersed in the culture of quality and inspiration that drove Bill Collings, they strive to draw from the very best in every Collings guitar. If there is magic to be found, they leave no stone unturned in their search. So it's no real surprise to me that after playing this new model, I can honestly say that I'm impressed. And I mean truly impressed. Besides being a joy to play (impeccable workmanship) and hold (ergonomic and light weight), the sound captures the tone of a fine vintage guitar. The builders found a way to capture that throaty, dry, woody, articulate vintage sonic palette right out of the box. No years of waiting. To top off the experience they tweaked their neck profile, warmly aged the finish and hardware to elevate the whole vintage vibe. Sporting this "one off" custom walnut finish, the I35LC Vintage is a guitar destined to be a classic..." - Craig

Featured: Yanuziello Curly Koa Deluxe Electric, 2022

"Joe Yanuziello is a luthier based in Canada who was interested in other styles beyond a few iconic designs. His particular love for vintage Danelectro and Harmony instruments has led him to create one of the most sought-after instruments in the boutique electric guitar market.

This preowned 2022 Curly Koa Deluxe beauty is exquisite with a musical heart that is woody and rich with character. Like all Yanuziello electrics, it has a singularly unique sound that you hear even when playing the simplest notes. It's alive and invites the player to find their voice rather than dictate any particular style. Playing a single chord on a Yanuziello fills a lot of space beautifully..." - Craig

Featured: John Zeidler T-Style, 1982

"John Zeidler was one of the finest luthiers I have known. His artistic skill and profound talents set him apart from many of his peers; his natural abilities and work ethic were extraordinary - John was a brilliant guitar maker!

"Besides his being a profoundly gifted talent, I was fortunate to call him a friend. A fellow Philadelphian, I spent much time at his shop and various guitar shows over the years. In the '90s, I commissioned John to build me one of his fine archtops, and it turned out to be an absolute work of art. Unfortunately, John passed away at a relatively young age leaving quite a hole in the "what could have been" category. His instruments (archtops, acoustics, mandolins) rarely hit the marketplace and are highly valued by those who play them (ask jazz great Peter Bernstein). That's why I am so delighted to be able to offer this 1982 T- style guitar commissioned by studio guitarist Alan Slutsky..." - Craig

Featured: Moffa Dark Lorraine, 2017

"Straight out of a collection I present a 2017 Nico Moffa Dark Lorraine. Other than a few binding dings and pick scratches this beauty is in excellent condition. It plays as nice as it it did when it first left the shop. Below is my original write up:

"Nico Moffa is a true master. He comes from an old-world master craftsman background, working in a country with perhaps the richest tradition of stringed instrument making in the world. In his dedication to getting the utmost from his creations, he makes his own pickups, and mixes his own finishes to both optimize the beauty of the instrument, while not smothering the tone of the guitar. Yet that dedication to craftsmanship and tradition doesn't mean he gives up anything to modern playability and innovation. I don't think you'd need any more proof than this splendid Dark Lorraine. It's an ideal semi hollow model, poised perfectly between acoustic and electric..." - Craig

Featured: John Buscarino Tree Of Life

"The first thing that will draw you to this fantastic archtop guitar is its inspired beauty and artistry. Luthier John Buscarino and inlay artist Larry Robinson tap into their remarkable skills to create this one-of-a-kind Tree of Life guitar. This instrument is a dedication to excellence. It's a true masterpiece, from the otherworldly wood selection to the wood carving to the immaculate and inspired inlay. The level of craftsmanship on this beauty is remarkable, but beyond that, it is simply a great guitar to play.

"John adds his magic formula to build a guitar that invites the player in; one that beckons to be played - acoustically or plugged in. The immaculately carved neck is perfectly profiled. The tone is sweet, rich and warm, and wonderfully resonant. The hand-carved oak leaf side port enhances the acoustic experience. John Buscarino is one of our finest luthiers, and this Tree of Life guitar is a culmination of his skills as a builder of fine guitars..." - Craig

Featured: Moffa Acoustic Mithra, 2018

"The condition on this Mithra is excellent, with a few minor inconsequential dings on the body, mostly visible under direct light. None of them breaks through the wonderfully rich violin burst, hand-rubbed finish. The neck is as clean as when I first opened the case. The playability and tone are terrific; this is a serious professional instrument with no extraneous or unnecessary frills. Everything here counts and was meticulously thought out, from the seductive medium C neck profile to the hand-wound pickup that Moffa sets on the top. Nothing fights you; every angle is purposeful and comes together in one brilliant 14 3/4" archtop guitar. Well done, Nico Moffa!..." - Craig

Featured: Pat Martino’s Pat Martino Gibson Signature

"Pat Martino is widely regarded as one of the greatest jazz guitarists of the twentieth century. His musical gifts were undeniable. Fortunately for me, Domenic Mancini, the bass player in my father's band, grew up next door to Pat. There was my connection, and before I knew it, I was sitting in Pat's living room taking my first of many lessons. Being in his musical presence was inspiring, powerful, and humbling.

"Gibson Pat Martino guitars are rare in and of themselves. The fact that Pat originally owned this one makes it an incredible opportunity for some fortunate player or collector. This 1998 Pat Martino Signature model was most likely made for Pat before the official production run began in 1999. It's the early standard model with a beautiful black nitro finish. The neck profile is a custom medium C with a compound radius – very comfy! The body is semi-hollow carved out of a single piece of mahogany..." - Craig

Featured: Moffa Anthea, 2015

"This Moffa Anthea was initially built in 2015 and has found its way back home on a trade-in from the original owner. The guitar has been well-cared-for and is in excellent condition; no issues here. And I have to say it is both a deep pleasure to see it again and a fortunate occurrence for anyone looking for one of these rare beauties.

The Anthea represents a new chapter in Moffa's singular journey to build highly individual instruments rooted in the iconic guitar designs of the past, but with updated modern appointments, incredible ergonomics, and refined aesthetics..." - Craig

Featured: Yanuziello Washi Paper Deluxe (#1 of 7)

"This new Yanuziello Washi has so many levels of greatness, it's difficult to know where to start. You're probably as thrilled as I am by the way it looks, so let me begin with how it excels as an instrument.

"I'm struck by its lively articulate sound and its impressive sustain. The pickups are terrific. They're Curtis Novak's take on the old Japanese Guyatone single coil pickups from the '60s. Combined with its 25 1/2" scale, I'm tempted to say the Washi sounds like a Tele on steroids, but that wouldn't give you a complete idea of their tonality and versatility. The pickups, combined with the 6.8 lb. solid yellow poplar body, give this beauty a sound that's all its own...'" - Craig