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Gibson J-160E Electric Flat-Top Sunburst, 1956

On June 28, 2022 /

Introduced in 1954 and intended as a companion to the then-new Les Paul solidbody, the Gibson J-160E was one of the first mass production electrified steel string guitars. This model was discontinued in 1979, and is occasionally re-issued. One of the greatest contributors to the success of this model was a 1962 model’s appearance on the Ed Sullivan Show, in the hands of one John Lennon. That was The Beatles first US performance, and made all their gear quite popular.

Vintage

This instrument has sold

Huss & Dalton OM Custom Natural, 2002

On June 21, 2022 /

Here’s a lovely Huss & Dalton OM Custom built during 2002 and in very clean original condition, sporting a ‘Stingray’ inlay set and Abalone rosette ring. Built using the well proven Orchestra Model design, the Huss & Dalton OM Custom features an Adirondack Spruce top with tropical Mahogany for the sides, back, body blocks and neck. The bridge is ebony, the fingerboard binding is also ebony , the body binding is tortoise and the head plate is Indian Rosewood.

Used

This instrument has sold

Collings CJ45 T Slope Shoulder Dreadnought Sunburst

On June 16, 2022 /

Here we have a brand new and spectacular Collings CJ45 T Slope Shoulder Dreadnought in a sunburst lacquer finish! Based on the classic J-45, the Collings CJ45 T Slope Shoulder Dreadnought takes that design to what’s probably its ultimate expression. Top quality woods and materials are used by extremely skilled workers, and the result is wrapped in one of the consistently best finishes available.

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Martin & Coupa Guitar, 1840s

On May 13, 2022 /

Here is another rarity – an 1840’s Martin & Coupa guitar, built in Nazareth PA for John Coupa at 385 Broadway (Upstairs!) in New York. It is extraordinary that an instrument like this Martin & Coupa guitar could be in all original and playable condition, complete with its original “coffin” case, over 160 years after its production! To give a little chronological perspective, this instrument would have been delivered to its first owner by stagecoach and riverboat 20 years before the American Civil War.

Vintage

This instrument has sold

Weber Gallatin F-Style Mandolin Walnut, 2014

On May 3, 2022 /

The Weber Gallatin F-Style delivers punch, clarity and playability in a visually stripped down package. The core materials and build quality are all there, but it’s not so decorated. The Weber Gallatin F style mandolin features a Sitka spruce top with figured maple for the back, sides and neck, and ebony for the fingerboard and bridge. The body and neck are not bound.

Used

This instrument has sold

Yamaha LL-25T Steel String Guitar Amber Top, 1985

On April 23, 2022 /

Built from 1985 to 1991, the Yamaha LL-25T Steel String guitar is based on Yamaha’s ‘Folk’ jumbo body, with solid wood construction. This model features an Engelman spruce top, Indian rosewood for the sides and back, herringbone trim on the top, sides, back and back strip, with ebony for the bridge and bound fingerboard.

Vintage

This instrument has sold

Spruce

Gibson J-160E Electric Flat-Top Sunburst, 1956

Huss & Dalton OM Custom Natural, 2002

Collings CJ45 T Slope Shoulder Dreadnought Sunburst

Martin & Coupa Guitar, 1840s

Weber Gallatin F-Style Mandolin Walnut, 2014

Yamaha LL-25T Steel String Guitar Amber Top, 1985

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