Collings City Limits “New Aged”, 2015

The folks at Collings offer an option which blends the best parts of an old guitar with the beauty, accuracy and precision that Collings is known for. After careful consideration of the most desirable characteristics of revered guitars, the "New Aged" option includes a process of light lacquer checking, vintage inspired pickups with aged covers, and dulled hardware. This finish is offered with warmed hues and gentle play wear of a cherished instrument.  

The Collings CL "New Aged" features an eastern maple top, complimented by the newly designed CL pickguard. Clear lexan cover plates on the back will allow visual access to the stunning hand-soldered harness with '50s wiring and vintage capacitors (standard plates included in case). This heirloom inspired option is now available to order.

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. The '50s wiring and period-correct capacitors enhance this authentic voice, creating a tonal palette that spans from crystalline highs to warm, woody mids and robust bass response.

What sets this CL offering apart, besides its inherent beauty, is the upgraded Collings Calton case—a true luxury that reflects the original owner's appreciation for protecting such a fine instrument. The premium Honduran mahogany body provides the perfect foundation for sustain and resonance, while the flame maple top adds visual drama and tonal complexity. At 8.25 pounds, it strikes an ideal balance between substantial feel and comfortable playability.

This CL embodies the best of both worlds: the soul and character of a vintage instrument with the reliability and precision that only Collings can deliver. It's a guitar that inspires from the moment you pick it up, ready to create new musical memories while maintaining its pristine condition.

If you'd like to find out more about this item, just call or e-mail me. It would be my pleasure to talk to you about it.

ABOUT COLLINGS GUITARS
Bill Collings moved from Ohio to Texas in the mid 1970’s. Spurred by a lack of interest in medical school, this move enabled him to combine lifelong interests in both guitars and tools into the challenge of stringed instrument building and repair. After a couple of years in Houston, several guitars and a few banjos later, he headed west to southern California. Making it only as far as Austin, where he shared shops with fellow luthiers Tom Ellis and Mike Stevens. From there, he set up his own small shop in a wooden "one car" garage. His reputation for outstanding quality and meticulous attention to detail quickly spread. In 1989, he rented a 1000 square foot space and hired two helpers. Fast forward to present day where Collings craftsmanship is respected by professional and amateur musicians alike…anyone on the quest for quality. Some of these include artists; Keith Richards, Lyle Lovett, Pete Townshend, Emmylou Harris, Andy Summers, David Crosby, Chris Hillman, Joni Mitchell, Don Felder, John Sebastian, Lou Reed, John Fogerty, Tim O'Brien, Pete Huttlinger, Kenny Smith, Brian May, Joan Baez, John Prine, Nigel Tufnel of Spinal Tap, and Steven Spielberg to name a few. You owe it to yourself to try one.