Featured: Moffa Coraline Semi-Hollow, 2018

"I'll admit that sometimes my visual preconceptions get in the way of fully appreciating a remarkable instrument. When I first saw the Coraline model, the guitar that came to mind was a two-pickup Gibson Howard Roberts. But it's not that. Nor a 175. It's its own thing. Nicco's instruments are like that. They turn your expectations upside down. Their finishes are reminiscent of old-school violins - as are the way the tops and bottoms are joined together. Yet while he has the chops and extensive knowledge to build traditional archtop designs, he doesn't limit himself. His guitars are meant to be played today, and as such must meet the demands of today's players...'" - Craig

Featured: James Tyler HD Barn Find, 2020

"This guitar is so inspiring to play! As with all Tyler's Studio Elite models, it is the essence of an old-storied instrument while simultaneously being a modern hot rod. You can do almost anything with such a guitar, and this caliber of artistry will drive you to play better and love playing more.

"Going with a two-humbucker platform gives this guitar a strong, robust voice. You can play fluent, clean chordal passages with clarity and sweetness, crank up the volume, and play the most raucous distorted lines you can imagine—nothing like being able to dial some 335 mojo into an S-style guitar...'" - Craig

Featured: Stephen Marchione Mahogany Vintage Tremolo

"In my mind, there is a spectrum of guitar builders. It ranges from assemblers to builders to craftsmen, artisans, and artists. Artists imbue every one of their creations with a part of their soul. It's hard to characterize in words, but it's something you can feel the moment you touch the instruments. There's no question that Stephen is a true artist.

"Stephen's store of highly selective materials inspired him to build this Vintage Tremolo guitar. It is crafted with tonewoods not typically seen on S-style guitars, designed to have its own inspiring sonic signature. This rare beauty is made with a lightweight, resonant one-piece mahogany body, which oozes a rich, smooth, mid-range, and blistering overdriven tone. It crosses musical genres while keeping its soul intact...'" - Craig

Featured: Nik Huber Orca ‘59 2020

"Nik Huber makes fine, masterful guitars, and this exquisite Orca '59 model is a perfect example of his artistry. Its build quality is of the highest level, with exemplary standards of fit, finish, tone, and playability. At some point in their career, most boutique builders find their voice by expanding and defining a preexisting build platform. Nik doesn't feel the need to completely reinvent what is a very successful wheel.

"Nik's '59 Orca is his tip of the hat to the legendary ‘bursts of Gibson's Golden Era but with a modern point of view. He takes what he considers the best parts of ‘bursts and adds a scoop of PRS, then blends them together with his unique skill, talent, and inspired vision...'" - Craig

Featured: Sadowsky Frank Vignola Signature Archtop

"The Sadowsky Frank Vignola archtop is a dual pickup version of Roger's renowned SS-15 model guitar. The body size is perfect for travel, and its sound is sweet, clear, and immediate. Its neck shape is a medium C with just the right amount of taper. The 1 3/4" nut width and the 24 3/4" scale length were perfect choices for this particular model. The 15" flamed body and vintage blonde amber finish make an elegant statement.

"As with all Sadowsky guitars, the fretwork and setup are impeccable.Sound-wise, it is right in the pocket! It can go where a great vintage dual pickup 175 can go, but with the added benefit of being more ergonomic and exquisitely playable...'" - Craig

Featured: Collings CJ45 T

"It's a beast! This Collings CJ 45 T has just blown my mind. Everything is dedicated to the joy of making music. It's a guitar you can't hide behind; it's an honest representation of you, the player--with no frilly, "reverby" overtones to cover you up. Put another way: it’s music in, music out. And it’s glorious music to boot.

"With its solid fundamentals, thick trebles, and balanced bass, this CJ45 T is the perfect acoustic to accompany a singer, for recording or just plain inspiration. This sunburst beauty is Collings' tip of the hat to pre-war Gibsons, and man, did they nail it...'" - Craig

Featured: Collings 0002H A SB

"Just when I thought I'd seen all Collings has to offer, another fantastic guitar arrives. I just can't seem to put it down. Once again, the folks at Collings have impressed me with their masterful skill, craftsmanship, and design by building a guitar that deserves to be in the hands of any acoustic guitarist. This OOO is one thrilling guitar!

"Beyond its stunning appearance - a big thumbs up to the vintage sunburst and herringbone binding - this beauty has a wonderfully balanced, rich, round, and powerful tone. The 12-fret design and the longer body provide an exceedingly comfortable ergonomic feel. The 1 3/4" nut marries perfectly to its elegant neck carve. The Adirondack top speaks volumes and hints at the sonic glory to come...'" - Craig

Featured: Gibson 60th Anniversary 1960 Standard, 2020

"I am highly impressed with this 60th Anniversary Les Paul. I firmly believe that GIbsons are hard to beat when Gibson really puts its heart into it. (You know what I mean). This minty example is that legendary company at the top of its game. This LP is a non-aged, no-nonsense, lightweight, and acoustically resonant (8.3lbs) guitar that celebrates an iconic year in Gibson's long history. The original dealer hand-selected the maple top, which is stunning and really captures that old-school vibe. The V2 neck carve is righteous, not too thick and not too thin; very comfortable indeed. Its unpotted Custombucker pickups sound like…well, exactly the way you’d hope a Les Paul should sound...'" - Craig

Featured: Collings 03 Maple G 12-String

"I am a big fan of 12 string acoustic guitars. As a session player, I’ve relied on them when a track needed to be enhanced; they provide that extra sonic spice that can transform just-good-enough to great. For me, they’re an invaluable musical tool, whether they’re the glue that holds the rhythm section together or as a solo instrument (a la Leo Kotke). The tricky part is finding a worthy 12-string. It just isn't easy. The truth is that many elements must come together to make an excellent guitar. The perfect scale length, a comfortable neck carve, inspiring tonewoods, and body design all have to unite to create a great Instrument.

"It's no surprise that Collings has brought all those elements together; this maple body O3 12string is an absolute joy to experience and a treat to play. The sound is rich, warm, and focused without the boomy bottom end that accompanies many 12 strings; it's pretty impressive. The fit, finish, and playability shows Collings at their best. The woods (flamed maple/German spruce), the tortoise bindings, and the slotted headstock add an elegance to this killer guitar...'" - Craig

Featured: Scott Heatley Parisienne Mercedes Yellow

"This current offering is Heatley's Parisienne model, and it is a beauty! Scott nails it here with the rich and elegant quality of his work. Everywhere I look, this guitar has something that catches my eye - the handmade knobs, the elegant inlays, and a cool retro-style headstock that winks to the past. The finish is exquisite; a warm, buttery-looking Mercedes Yellow. I love it!

"I'm a big fan of Wolfstone P90s (they are Johan Gustavsson's go-to), and they kill in this Parisienne. And the sound is as exceptional as its beauty. Sonically it is smooth and balanced, woody and rich with an organic personality that can get nasty with a flip of the switch; it would pair well with just about any genre of music. This guitar's playability is righteous, with a beautiful '59 style neck profile and fine fretwork. Every aspect of this guitar has been thought out and executed in an inspired and masterful way...'" - Craig