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This is a beautiful early example of one of Gibson's most coveted flat tops. The Sitka spruce top with mahogany back and sides give it the signature woody tone and focused midrange punch. The mahogany neck sports a fat C-shape profile that feels great in the hand, and the action is smooth all the way up the fingerboard. Some useful changes include replaced tuning keys, and the addition of an LR...

Gibson flat tops are some of our favorite acoustics, and this 1963 Country Western is no exception! With a spruce top and mahogany back and sides, this guitar has huge, balanced tone instantly recognizable to fans of Beatles or Rolling Stones recordings. This one is in near mint condition, with no cracks or repairs of any kind. The slimmer early 60's neck profile feels great, with effortless...

One of Fender's first student models, this very early Musicmaster is in fantastic shape and a blast to play. These pre-Mustang guitars sport unusual specs for a Fender, with a V-shaped maple neck and 22.5" scale length, but feels great in the hand nonetheless. The original single-coil pickup is chimey with with just enough sparkle to cut through a mix, and the very cool Desert Sand finish and...

Another great reissue from Gibson Custom's Murphy Lab! These ES-355s are meticulously crafted to replicate the look, feel, and sound of an original 1959 Gibson. It features a 3-ply maple/poplar/maple body with Watermelon nitro finish, medium C-shaped mahogany neck, ebony fingerboard with mother of pearl inlays, and a pair of unpotted Custombucker Alnico III pickups. The Murphy Lab "Light Aged"...

Just in from the original owner is this gorgeous 1967 Epiphone Casino. The cherry finish on this one is stunning, with a deep red hue that accentuates the rich wood grain and some beautiful checking lines throughout the top and back. Complete with the "E" Tremotone Vibrola, original hardware and electronics, and dog ear P-90s that can go from sparkling clean tones to aggressive, raunchy sounds...

Another great example of Fender Japan's stellar craftsmanship, this MIJ Telecaster arguably outplays its American counterparts. With the classic clear coat over ash and black guard, this guitar looks as timeless as it sounds. A slimmer feeling neck profile is great for smooth, fast playing, and the MIJ pickups have all the Tele twang you'd need.

In the early 1930s, Martin took their shot at a series of archtop guitars, fueled by the needs of big band players and stiff competition from other companies. These guitars were quickly outpaced by bigger and louder archtops from Gibson and faded into Martin history. However, their irrelevance a century ago has no effect on our appreciation today. This Martin R-18 is well-preserved for its age,...

A fantastic playing Telecaster and an early example of a "Whiteguard" model! This transition year features the new White pickguard but retains the early features like a soft "V" neck shape, flat pole bridge pickup, and a beautiful see-thru "Blonde" finish. The neck of this guitar appears to have been oversprayed but the body finish is entirely original. The guitar also includes the original Tweed...

This is a quintessential resonator from classic builder National. It features a nickel-coated brass body with beautiful "Hawaiian Palms" artwork, a round maple neck, 19-fret bound ebony fingerboard, and other vintage-style appointments including a slotted peghead and bone nut. Includes original hard shell case and case candy.

This 1965 Fender Stratocaster "Sunburst" is a true gem for collectors and players alike. It comes to us from the original owner and is in exceptional condition. With minimal signs of wear for a guitar of its age, this guitar is 100% original. It's beautiful 3-tone sunburst finish together with its extremely comfortable 60's neck profile make this a definitive example of one of the most highly...

Just in, a stunning and all original 1958 Gibson ES-175. This stellar guitar is extremely clean with a fantastic neck. The exceptionally warm tone of its two PAF pickups is accompanied perfectly by the comfortable 50's neck profile. Aside from a professional headstock repair, this guitar is in superb condition and includes the original hardshell case. A perfect choice for players and collectors...

A very cool guitar you don't come across often! You most likely already know the history behind Brian May's Red Special – the iconic guitar that shaped the sound of Queen. These Burns reproductions carry the spirit of May's original build, with a mahogany neck and body, 24 fret ebony board, rich cherry finish, and the signature electronics – 3 Burns Tri-Sonic single coil pickups, each with an...

Another great reissue from Gibson Custom's Murphy Lab! These ES-335s are meticulously crafted to replicate the look, feel, and sound of an original Gibson golden era guitar. It features a 3-ply maple body with Cherry nitro finish, medium C-shaped mahogany neck, Indian rosewood fingerboard with block inlays, and a pair of unpotted Custombucker Alnico III pickups. The Murphy Lab "Ultra Light Aged"...

One of only 75 ever made, this Les Paul Deluxe is a replica of Pete Townshend's iconic, modified 1975 Les Paul Deluxe! Complete with the COA hand signed by Pete Townshend and head of Gibson's Custom Shop, original hardshell case also bearing Townshend's name, as well as all other paperwork, this beautiful guitar is 100% original and in mint condition. Just like Townshend's original, this guitar...

This 1966 Fender Jaguar in its original "Sunburst" finish is a true gem. In near mint condition, this beautiful guitar is 100% original, complete with the original bill of sale as well as the original hang tag! Also included is a vintage strap purchased in 1968 along with its original bill of sale. Not only does this piece come with a set of vintage Fender strings from the '60s, but it also...

The Fender Esquire is the ultimate example of "less is more"! These single-pickup guitars are often some of the best sounding electrics, and this Custom Color "Sunburst" is no exception. Featuring a Pre-CBS era Spaghetti logo, this is a rare transitional example with early features. This is truly one of the cleanest and most beautiful Esquire guitars we've had in years; a prime example for any...

Straight from Joe Bonamassa's collection, this 1938 Oahu acoustic lap steel is a very cool vintage piece. The parlor sized body has a rich dark sunburst finish that shows off the beautiful grain of the wood, and the slotted peghead really punctuates the 30's look. As a student guitar, this one has all of the original lesson papers and other accessories included in the original hardshell case.

The 381 is considered one of Rickenbacker's top-of-the-line models, and this 1997 example is no exception. It features all the 381 aesthetic hallmarks, including a birds-eye maple carved top and back, checkerboard binding, bound 3-piece maple neck, gloss-finished rosewood fingerboard with the classic sharktooth inlays, and a rich Fireglo finish. For the electronics, it's fitted with a pair of...

Just in, this is a quintessential transition-era P-Bass. Featuring a maple neck, rosewood fingerboard, alder body with a thin lacquer sunburst finish, all original hardware, and original hard shell case, this bass leaves nothing to be desired.

This hollowbody Kay bass is one of the most interesting basses we've had in a while. The unique build features a narrow fingerboard with a very deep V neck shape, creating a feel somewhat similar to an upright bass. The body is made from an impressively flamey maple top and back with mahogany sides. And with a single lipstick pickup, this bass has all the thump and woodiness you'd expect from a...

Originally designed by Bo Diddley in 1959, the original Jupiter Thunderbird was gifted to Billy Gibbons by Bo Diddley and used on ZZ Top recordings. Not wanting to take the original on the road, Gibbons and Diddley joined forces with Gretsch to create a reissue of the iconic guitar, aptly named the Gretsch Billy-Bo. Featuring a mahogany neck and body, maple top, rosewood fingerboard, and vivid...

This 1986 SG-3000 is a fantastic playing solidbody electric made in Japan. When the Yamaha SG series came out in the late 1970s, they caught on with players disappointed in the quality control and inconsistency of Gibson guitars at the time. Players like Carlos Santana and Neal Schon made great use of these instruments which offered the familiar feel of an LP style guitar at a fraction of the...

This gorgeous J-200 Artist has that beautiful Gibson jumbo tone, with articulate highs and a balanced low end that blooms behind every note. It features a spruce top, maple back and sides, a slim maple neck, and a bound rosewood fingerboard. It's easy to see why these guitars are the king of flat tops!

Just in, directly from the personal collection of Joe Bonamassa is a beautiful 1966 ES-335! This is an extremely clean example in near mint condition, free of any breaks or repairs! The original "Sunburst" finish is vibrant and especially rich in color. With a comfortable 60's neck profile and a lightweight body, this is an overall ideal choice for anyone in search of a top-of-the-line ES-335!

Just in from a private collection, a beautiful and extremely well-maintained 1966 Fender Stratocaster in a gorgeous "Fiesta Red" finish! Fully original and free from any breaks or repairs, guitars like this do not come up for sale often, especially in such a rare and eye-catching color! The unmistakable sound of an original 60's Strat comes together perfectly with a fantasic neck profile making...

This is a very cool and rare piece of Rickenbacker history. The 336/12 is a typical 360/12, but fitted with the unusual "Comb Convertor". This contraption was newly licensed by Rickenbacker, and gives the player the ability to pull the high strings down and out of the way, effectively converting the guitar to a 6-string on the fly. This first-year example has all the other standard 360/12...

Inspired by the design of the Charango, the V8VA brings the joy and sound of the South American folk instrument to guitar players in an innovative and intuitive form! Tuned just like any 6-string guitar, this soprano guitar actually features 9 stings. The top 3 treble strings (G, B and E) are doubled for volume and projection similar to familiar 12-string guitars, and the bottom three bass...

A beautiful ES-5 from the "golden era" of Gibson guitar production! This 1953 model features a stunningly figured maple top, rich "Sunburst" finish, and a great playing, large 50's neck. It has some light overspray on the back of the neck and a repaired jack plate but remains in otherwise excellent shape complete with the original Lifton case. A previous owner painted the brown Lifton black but...

This fully original 1991 PRS Custom 24 in the extremely rare "Bonnie Pink" finish is a prime example from the pinnacle of PRS guitars. This early model features the "Sweet Switch" adding loads of color to the already exceptional sound. This beautiful example with an extraordinary Quilted Maple top just came out of a major collection and is overall one of the best PRS guitars we have seen in the...

This 2011 Gibson Memphis Custom Shop ES-335 "Sunburst" is a beauty with a classic sound. Crafted by Gibson's renowned Custom Shop in Memphis, this ES-335 is all original, and free from any breaks or repairs. The warm, smooth tone and versatile playability make this guitar a true standout. This 2011 Gibson Memphis Custom Shop ES-335 "Sunburst" is a must-have addition to any guitar collection....