Fresh of the workbench of luthier Brian Applegate is this gorgeous new Flat-Top Jazz model! (more photos coming soon)

Featuring Bocote and European Spruce – this well thought out design, looks great and sounds great too! It comes loaded with K&K soundboard transducers. Brian machines the tailpiece out of solid brass.

To learn how to purchase this guitar, or for more details please call Steven at (828) 658 – 9795 or email steven@dreamguitars.com

Over the years, luthier Dake Traphagen has built some of the finest classical, nylon and steel string guitars ever to grace the Dream Guitars Showroom and website. So it is with great anticipation that we wait for his newest creation, a dreadnought designed specifically with the flat-picker in mind.

Mr. Traphagen describes it this way – “The attack is strong and powerful yet smooth and even. With a little playing time this guitar will become even more powerful and colorful in tone. The entire building process went without a hitch, as if the guitar wanted to be made. Some guitars are more demanding while they’re being formed, trying to play little tricks on the luthier – but not this one.”

Materials list:

• Master Grade vertical grain Brazilian Rosewood back and sides
• Master grade Adirondack spruce top.
• 25.5″ scale
• 1 11/16″ neck width at the nut
• Mahogany neck
• Ebony fret board
• Gotoh 510 mini tuners black
• Hand applied varnish finish
• Honduran Rosewood bridge

This guitar will be arriving in a few short weeks. Please call for more details.

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C.F. Martin & Co. – 1944  D-18 previously owned by David Grisman

The appeal of this exciting D-18 is undeniable. The guitar itself is an extraordinary example of a pre-war Martin, in excellent condition, loud, and dripping with great vintage tone.  It is eminently playable too, with an extremely comfortable neck. Other impressive attributes are its light weight, responsiveness, and phenomenal sustain. Add to that that we just received this guitar directly from David Grisman himself, and you can see why Dream Guitars is so excited to offer this guitar. Make no mistake about it – this is a once-in-a-lifetime musical instrument. Highly recommended!!

C.F. Martin & Co. 1930 0-18K

If you’ve been wanting to get into the world of vintage Martin Guitars, this is an excellent place to start. Most 0-18′s were mahogany, so this all-Koa bodied beauty is not something you see every day. The top has exceptional figure, which is also uncommon for a 0-18. In excellent condition, this is an exceptional playing fingerstyle instrument, with a warm, full tone that is sure to inspire – a very fine vintage Martin classic in every sense!

Martin Guitars OMC-28 Lawrence Juber

Everything you’ve read about these guitars is true – they are superb musical instruments. With strong, solid trebles, this guitar is ready for any fingerstyle challenge and beyond.  This is number 32 of 133 of the Indian Rosewood series. Great guitar!

Collings 000-1AC

Collings Guitars has a well earned reputation for consistant excellence, and this gorgeous 000-1AC is no exception. What a fine sounding, wonderfully built guitar! Comfortable and easy to play, the Collings 000 has a rich, sonorous voice that is appropriate for any genre of music.

Collings 00 1M

Here’s a charming little Mahogany Collings 00 from 2007. The wood is quite pretty, and the guitar produces a fine, full fingerstyle tone — and a surprisingly large sound when strummed. This very nice instrument is extremely fun and easy to play.

Alberico Guitars – OM

Fabrizio Alberico is one of the modern builders who is well known for the incredible build quality, playability and tone his guitars offer. This is a very cleanly built guitar and you can tell it comes from a builder who loves his craft. I had the pleasure of meeting Fab at the Swannanoa Gathering and he is a very genuine individual and his love of music comes through in his guitars. This OM, named ‘Emma’, has an articulate and sweet voice. The Cedar top is warm and full sounding while the rosewood adds power and brilliance. The setup is perfect and we love the small sound port that allows the player to hear it in detail. – Paul Heumiller

Fabrizio Alberico - OM

Kragenbrink Guitars – D-14

This stunning D-14 is the first guitar we have received from luthier Lance J. Kragenbrink, and we are really impressed with it. What a great guitar! The workmanship is impeccable and the tone is simply outstanding. The back and sides are made of gorgeous Amazon Rosewood and the top is Adirondack Red Spruce. As Dream Guitars has a reputation for bringing our clients only the finest instruments in the world, we are thrilled to now represent the work of Mr. Kragenbrink.

Lance J. Kragenbrink D-14

Veillette Gryphon 12 String

It’s always fun watching someone play a Gryphon 12 for the first time – their eyes light up, then a huge smile comes across their face – and they can’t believe how much volume pours out of this wonderful little instrument. With the Gryphon, luthier Joe Veillette has created an instant classic  that is endless fun to play solo – but it also is a perfect ensemble instrument – great for adding sparkle and chime to your recordings or live gigs. It offers an entirely new sonic palette and pure musical fun. Please call to find out more.

Doerr Legacy Select

It is impossible to imagine a guitar more elegant than the Doerr Legacy Select. From the stunning Brazilian Rosewood back and sides, to the gorgeous Swiss Spruce top – this refined beauty is a study in exquisiteness. Small details abound – each executed with careful discernment. Built in 2007, Tom Doerr’s creation has a lovely open, mature voice that is rich in detail. In every way, this outstanding musical instrument impresses – a truly remarkable guitar!

Doerr Legacy Select

Jack Straw 000-17

Jack Straw guitars rarely become available on the used market, and when they do there are always excited fans clamoring for them. This fine guitar was built by Bill Meyer, who was senior luthier for the well respected Buffalo Brothers Guitars in California. Made entirely of Mahogany, this little gem is a fingerpickers delight. It looks and plays great and is in excellent condition.

Jack Straw 000-17

Bill Tippin – DST Dreadnought

If you’ve been following our Sneak Peak blog, you’ll have noticed that we have been getting in some really incredible dreadnoughts lately. Well, here comes another one! Check out this grand Tippin DST. This guitar has LOTS of volume – a really big, detailed tone that will cut though any mix. Played with softer dynamics the DST sounds sweet and wonderfully musical. Like all Tippins, this is a very special guitar – Call today to find out how you can make it your own.

Bill Tippin Guitars - 2006 DST

Wayne Henderson – D-18 #467

When the phenomenal guitars of Wayne Henderson do become available, they don’t last long. These powerful Dreadnoughts are quickly snatched up by eager players and collectors worldwide – and it is easy to understand why. Wayne makes some of the best guitars available, loud, authoritative, with fantastic projection – a flatpickers dream! Dream Guitars has sold quite a few Hendersons over the years, and like those other fine guitars, this Mahogany D-18 is unbelievably satisfying in every way. Please call today to learn more about this exciting guitar!

Wayne Henderson D-18

Woolson Soundcraft – SIG Model

Here we have a very fine Woolson SIG model, with a sound port and comfortable forearm bevel. This Mahogany Double-Top beauty has astonishing bass depth, simply stunning for playing in DADGAD – or standard. A very satisfying musical instrument, Paul Woolson’s SIG has a 24.9″ scale, and comes with an amazing carbon fiber Hoffee case.

2011 Woolson SIG model

Stefan Sobell 12 string

An exceptional, and very rare guitar: This Stefan Sobell 12-string archtop was previously owned by  legendary guitarist Martin Simpson. Martin used it on his early albums. Dream Guitars owner Paul Heumiller has known this guitar for many years, and agrees that its voice has matured beautifully. It is believed that this is one of only two 12-string archtops built by Mr. Sobell. Featuring Indian Rosewood and European Spruce, this impressive instrument offers richness, clarity and sparkle –  and it is eminently playable!

Merrill C-18

This extraordinary Merrill dreadnought C-18 was built in 2001 out of great sounding Honduran Mahogany and Adirondack Red Spruce. It has a nice big voice, super deep bass, with clarity and chiming tintinnabulation in the trebles. A truly fine dread at any price – and it comes with a Cedar Creek case.

2001 Merrill C-18

Lucas Guitars – 2001 Kenny Smith

Here’s a very fine Kenny Smith model dreadnought by the incredibly talented Randy Lucas. This is a well built, great sounding dreadnought that is a great choice for big rhythms and bold flatpicked lines. Featuring Mahogany and Red Cedar, this great dread comes with a TKL case.

Lucas Guitars - 2001 Kenny Smith

Kathy Wingert Guitars – E

This outstanding 2006 Kathy Wingert E features a fallaway cutaway and a super comfortable Koa bevel. The Englemann top blends beautifully with the Brazilian Rosewood back & sides for a big, warm voice with lots of depth and a hint of brilliance to make it complete. A serious fingerstyle guitar.

2006 Kathy Wingert E

George Lowden Guitars – S-32J

This charming Lowden S-32J nylon string guitar is a real joy to play. If you are a steel string guitar player that has always wanted a great nylon string, but could never bond with a traditional model – you should seriously consider this guitar. It is effortless to play, and sounds really great. The Venetian cutaway grants access to the highest frets. Indian Rosewood/Sitka Spruce.

Lowden S-32J

C.F. Martin & Co. – 1893 1-21

That’s right – you read correctly – this amazing model 1-21 was built way back in 1893!! And what a grand old Martin it is. It is in outstanding condition, and a total delight to play. Featuring Brazilian Rosewood and Spruce tonewoods, this guitar rings like a bell – the sound is crisp and sparkling, wonderfully clear and stunningly loud – and you won’t believe that a body of this size can produce such rich sonorous bass. What’s more – it comes in its original black coffin case! This is a true treasure! Don’t miss out on a chance to own one of the finest vintage guitars you’re likely to find anywhere – ever!!

C.F. Martin & Co. 1-21

1893 Martin 1-21

1893 Martin 1-21 - Brazilian Rosewood back and sides

original black coffin case

Lawrence Brown Guitars – 2011 Hauser Classical

Lawrence Brown is a master at building faithful copies of historically significant instruments –  including Medieval, Renaissance and Baroque lutes, rare and vintage guitars, and instruments in the violin family. Since 1978 he has built over 1,800 instruments and has earned a well deserved international reputation for being a leading authority in his field. Currently Mr. Brown is concentrating on copies of Hermann Hauser I’s classical guitar from 1937 that was built for Andres Segovia. Dream Guitars has recently received two of these remarkable instruments, and they are very special indeed. Please call to learn more about these exciting new guitars!

Lawrence Brown - 2011 Hauser - Carpathian Spruce

Lawrence Brown - 2011 Hauser - Brazilian Rosewood back and sides

Lawrence Brown - 2011 Hauser

Martin Guitars – Stephen Stills D-45SS (sold)

Here it is folks – one of the most highly sought Martin Limited Editions ever issued – the Stephen Stills D-45SS! To say this guitar is spectacular is an understatement. This is an exceptionally fine Brazilian Rosewood instruments with an equally fine Alpine Spruce top. It’s big, loud, rich and articulate, and just remarkably impressive in every way. This one is #5 of 91 made.

1998 Martin Guitars - Stephen Stills D-45SS

1998 Martin Guitars - Stephen Stills D-45SS

1998 Martin Guitars - Stephen Stills D-45SS

Maingard Grand Concert

This stunning 2006 Marc Maingard Grand Concert is amongst the most beautiful instruments we’ve ever seen. Whether focusing on the superb wood choice, or the remarkable inlay – this fine guitar is a real delight for the eyes. That said, we’re thrilled to report that this guitar also offers stunning sound. The low end is loud, clear and focused and it has powerful trebles all the way up the neck. This is a winner!

Maingard Grand Concert

Maingard Grand Concert

Klein M-43 (on hold)

Simply put, this 2001 Klein M-43 is a majestic sounding instrument.  The voice is unique, with piano like bass. It is very even across the full frequency spectrum – the tone is well balanced and gorgeous! Klein guitars are true works of musical art. Call today to find out more about this amazing creation!

2001 Klein M-43

2001 Klein M-43

Weber Gallitin Mandolin

We just received this pre-owned Weber Gallitin, and are really impressed with it. It plays and sounds great and has a very pleasing natural look. Please call Paul for more information.

Weber Gallitin mandolin

Jenkins Lame Horse Gitjo

This Lame Horse Gitjo is full of style and has a sound everyone loves.  The multi piece neck meets the body via a thick brass plate that add wonderful sustain and power. This is a really fun instrument that will give you a whole other sound on stage, in the studio or on your front porch. From Blues to Old Time to Celtic you’ll love having this in your arsenal.

Jenkins Lame Horse Gitjo

Cervantes Crossover 1

Here’s another great Cervantes Crossover 1! These are great playing, well built, super sounding nylon string guitars with necks that will appeal to many steel string players. If you’re looking for an easy playing nylon that is a ton of fun, check it out!

Cervantes Crossover 1

Mark Blanchard Bristlecone – 2000 (sold)

This gem of a Blanchard has been gently played and pampered by its sole previous owner. It is in amazing shape, and is a superb example of Mark Blanchard’s immense luthiery skills. Such impeccable construction yields sophisticated, rich tones that are absolutely jaw-dropping. We really love Mark Blanchard’s instruments here at Dream Guitars, and this Indian Rosewood/Adirondack Red Spruce beauty is amongst the finest we have seen. If you have never experienced a Blanchard Guitar firsthand, do yourself a favor and call right away to reserve this great Bristlecone for yourself.

2000 - Blanchard Guitars Bristlecone

1952 – Martin 00-18

This outstanding vintage Martin was previously owned by recording artist Cheryl Wheeler. Cheryl had purchased it in the late 70′s from legendary bluesman Paul Geremia! Very cool history! This guitar has got everything you want and expect from a classic Martin – great playability and authentic sweet tone that loves to snarl when you dig in. Sure to inspire a lifetime of musical journeys, this cool 00-18 is an excellent example of why vintage Martins are always in demand. Please call Paul for more information.

Martin 00-18

Kevin Ryan – Mission Grand Concert

Featuring Brazilian Rosewood back and sides, and a great Spruce top, this killer Ryan is sure to turn heads. Great looks, great tone, yep, that’s a Ryan! These typically fly out of here quickly, so if you’re interested, please call Paul for more information.

Kevin Ryan - Mission Grand Concert

2000 – Manuel Rodriguez Jr. – Classical Guitar

For your consideration is this fine classical guitar built by Manuel Rodriguez Jr. in 2000. The tone is full, and detailed, and the trebles have a strong percussive quality that really makes the notes jump out and project. For a superbly built Brazilian Rosewood/Spruce classical, it is priced very reasonably. Please call Paul for further information.

Manuel Rodriguez, Jr.

Ribbecke Guitar Co. – Halfling Thinline – 2010

Thus far, this is the only fan-fretted instrument that RGC has built — and they did a wonderful job. The playability is superb, and for such a thin guitar, this classy instrument has a nice amount of acoustic volume and warm bass. Plugged in, the sound rivals many higher-priced archtops. Easy to hold, and fun to play, the RGC Thinline Halfling is a true crossover instrument, based on Tom Ribbecke’s original Halfling Jazz Guitar — but only 2″ thick!

2010 Ribbecke Guitar Co. Thinline Halfling

Allan Beardsell 4A (sold)

This gorgeous Beardsell 4A was built in 2002. The wood choice is second to none – and the tone is deep,clear, loud and powerful. We dropped it into DADGAD and were simply floored by the huge voice of this guitar. An astonishing musical instrument!

2002 Beardsell 4A

Kerry Char – L-00 Custom

This fetching Char L-00 is an ideal fingerstyle guitar, as it is super easy to play and has a wonderfully sweet tone. The Brazilian Rosewood/European Spruce combination is a proven tone formula that does not disappoint. We first learned of Kerry through encountering his incredible ukuleles, and like those four string wonders, this cool little L-00 is meticulously constructed and full of inspiring tones. Please call for more information.

Kerry Char L-00

Veillette Baritone 12-string

Amongst world class luthiers, Joe Veillette is a true explorer, and a tonal visionary. He’s given the world the 6 string Terz, the 12 string Gryphon, and now this… This 12 string Baritone has all of the elegant lines of Veillette’s other instrument, but it has a voice unlike any other. There really are no words to describe the low end rumble this 12 string is capable of  - but it is breathtaking. If you’re looking for something to inspire new musical ideas, this terrific Veillette is just the ticket!

Veillette Guitars - 12 string Baritone

Eichelbaum Guitars – Grand Auditorium 8 String

Here’s something you don’t see every day! This 8 string GA is the perfect guitar for anyone who loves the idea of a 12 string acoustic, but finds them unwieldy. The 2 extra strings really fatten up the sound and make for an interesting, very musical experience. The build quality is excellent.

Eichelbaum 8 String

Beneteau Guitars – 2006 Nick Lucas

Part of DG’s Dream Series, this Beneteau Nick Lucas has been built with exceptional tone wood. Featuring superb Brazilian back and sides, and a select Adirondack top, this guitar has the tone to back up it’s great looks. With a great feeling neck and authentic tone – this is a very fine guitar! 1 of 5

Beneteau Guitars - 2006 Nick Lucas

National 0-14

These 14 fret Nationals are killer guitars — and they don’t break the bank. Call today to find out more about this great guitar.

National 0-14

Bourgeois Guitars – Martin Simpson Signature

This guitar, the brainchild of legendary builder Dana Bourgeois and legendary guitarist Martin Simpson, is pure elegance. The sound is clear and articulate and the Florentine looks great!

Bourgeoise Martin Simpson Signature

Wayne Henderson D-42 

Few guitar builders have captured the public’s imagination quite like Wayne Henderson has – and it only takes a few seconds to discover why his fine handcrafted guitars are in such high demand. Wayne did everything on this beauty, all of the building and finishing — and the result is spectacular.  Featuring Madagascar Rosewood and Adirondack Red Spruce, this is a tone monster. If you have been waiting for just the right Dread to come along, this is it!

Wayne Henderson - D-42

Sobell Model O – 1989 (sold)

This fine Sobel Model O was formerly owned by Alistair Russell of Battlefield Band. A joy to play, like all Sobells, it is a great sounding guitar that has opened up nicely from being played over the years. These instruments truly deserve the reverence they are given by professional players around the world. A fine example of Sobell’s work.

Sobell Model O - formerly owned by Alistair Russell

Martin HD-28 – 1989

Here’s a very nice Martin HD-28 that just came into the shop yesterday evening. It sounds exactly like you want it to – authentically Martin, with substantial volume and great headroom for flatpicking. It also has a very sweet tone when played fingerstyle. Call Paul for more information on this great guitar.

Martin HD-28

Contreras 10th Anniversary -2007

Wow!! This gorgeous Contreras 10th Anniversary Guitar just arrived and it is one of the finest classical guitars Dream Guitars has had the pleasure of offering. Complimenting the premium Brazilian Rosewood back and sides is an exceptionally fine Red Cedar top. The Contreras 10th Anniversary guitar also features Fustero Tuners, and an innovative Sounding Back Support - which eliminates the typical dampening of vibration that occurs when the back of an instrument comes into contact with the players body. (Please call Paul for more details) This great guitar also comes in a very nice Cibeles Case.

Contreras 10th Anniversary

Conde Hermanos Flamenco 1962

This sublime vintage Conde Hermanos is just about as magical as a guitar can be. It has so much character of tone and feel that it is nearly impossible to resist playing. The sound is  open, responsive, crisp, and loud – a supreme musical instrument. Flamenco guitarists take note – you do not want to miss this one – it is a very special guitar!

1962 Conde Hermanos Flamenco

Jesus Marzal Gran Concierto – 1988

This stunning guitar has so many beautiful appointments, one doesn’t know where to look first. The detail and styling are quite sophisticated and well crafted and add up to a nylon string instrument of distinction. Featuring Indian Rosewood back and sides, and a Cedar top, this fine guitar has a rich Spanish tone. Hailing from Valencia, Jesus Marzal learned his craft at the famed shop of Jose Ramirez in Madrid.

1988 Jesus Marzal Gran Concierto

Marzal Gran Concierto

Indian Hill Guitars –  Kauri Number 4 and Cocobolo Number 10

Every once in a while a luthier comes to show us their instruments and we are simply blown away. Michael Kennedy and his Indian Hill guitars are special. He has created designs that really pull all the possible tone from an instrument and inspire the player. We are delighted to be working with Indian Hill Guitars. For your consideration, we offer these two superb guitars; number 4 with Kauri back and sides, and number 10, which is Cocobolo Rosewood. Meticulously constructed, these guitars have an understated elegance and superb tone appropriate for any genre of music.

Indian Hill Guitars - Kauri Number 4

Indian Hill Guitars - Cocobolo Rosewood Number 10

2004 Jason Simpson Grand Auditorium

Featuring premium Indian Rosewood back and sides – this sublime Simpson GA is a true work of art. The refined lines and attention to detail make this dazzling guitar a joy to hold and play. An ideal fingerstyle instrument, the Simpson GA is also capable of much more. The volume and tone are impressive, and the spruce top lends a crisp, fast attack to the notes. A spectacular instrument!

2004 Jason Simpson Grand Auditorium

Galloup Borealis

In addition to being a well respected luthier, Michigander Bryan Galloup is at the forefront of guitar education. His Galloup School of Guitar Building and Repair is successfully turning out the newest generation of talented young builders and repairpersons. Bryan just sent us this beautiful Boarealis model — and it’s a stunner in both looks and tone – and it comes with a really cool green and brown leather AVS case! For more information email paul@dreamguitars.com

Bryan Galloup Borealis

2010 Cervantes Guitars Concert Crossover 1

This newly received Cervantes Crossover 1 is perfect for those seeking a well balanced, easy playing nylon string guitar that won’t break the bank. To steel string players the neck will be immediately comfortable, and significantly easier to navigate than a traditional classical guitar neck. The stellar combination of Indian Rosewood and Cedar offers tones that are rich and warm – a very nice guitar indeed.

2010 Cervantes Concert Crossover 1

Veillette Gryphon

Up for grabs is this great sounding, previously owned Veillette Gryphon. The Gryphon is an instrument with a lot of possibilities — perfect for solo or ensemble playing – and sure to inspire new musical ideas. All of us at Dream Guitars are owners of  Veillette instruments, because they consistently yield fantastic tone, and great playability. Typically, Gryphons fly out of the shop as soon as we get them in, so call today if you’d like to audition this dynamic instrument for yourself.

Joe Veillette 12 String Gryphon

1995 Michael Keller Cutaway

Here’s a great opportunity to get a wonderful pre-owned guitar by luthier extraordinaire Michael Keller. Michael has been building superb instruments for a long, long time — and this gorgeous 1995 Cutaway is a fine example of his talents. This guitar has got a ton of volume, and sustain, and is capable of anything you throw at it. Dream Guitars loves Michael Keller’s work — and you will too. Call for more details.

1995 Michael Keller Cutaway

Dream Guitars is now a dealer for the incredible instruments of luthier Matt Artinger. Combining sophisticated design, elegant styling and outrageously great tone, Artinger Guitars are amongst the finest electric and acoustic guitars available.

We’ve spec’d out four very special instruments for delivery this year — and the first one is set to arrive soon. If you’d like more information on the upcoming guitars, or if you’d like to learn how a custom instrument can be built for you, please give us a call anytime. Dream Guitars is delighted to be associated with Matt Artinger and his extremely fine musical instruments.

Here are some of Matt’s shop photos of the first arrival – due late February/early March.

When Bill Tippin sent the following photos of his incoming Staccato model – I was blown away by its elegance and by the natural beauty of the wood. Bill’s idea was to make this guitar with refined simplicity, maximizing superb tone, in an instrument that had understated aesthetic charms.

Featuring extremely fine Cuban Mahogany back and sides, this guitar promises to be exactly what Mr. Tippin intended. If you’d like to learn more about this cool new Tippin Staccato please call. It is arriving next week, and will not last long.

Please note: in some of the following photos, Bill applied Naptha to portions of the wood (which does no harm )  to give an approximation of how the color will appear when finish is applied.

“I saw this guitar when Michi debuted it and we are delighted to have a chance to offer it to our clients. Everything about this Matsuda guitar is an expression of art and music. The low extension and capo work very simply and allow for instant access to creativity. Beside the obvious move to Low D, in alternate tunings many other possibilities come to life as well. It’s so well implemented that you do not need to retune either. Putting all the artful touches aside, this guitar has an inspiring musical character. It’s voice is beyond impressive, it’s sonorous, open and full of life. Michi is only making about 6 guitars per year so it is very rare that we have a preowned Matsuda. Here’s your chance to own perhaps the most creative builder working today.” – Paul Heumiller

“The tone on this work of art is unsurpassed. The low D extension is pretty cool, if you play a lot in Drop D tuning, although you have to remember the fingering doesn’t change from standard tuning when you use this feature.” – Al Petteway

This incredible Matsuda M1 guitar features a custom split headstock and Low D extension “capo” that drops the low E string down a full step. This wonderful instrument also showcases Michi’s impressive artistic talents. From the sweeping rosette, to the multi-dimensional side soundport to the ergonomic “sloped” neck heel, this is as fine a guitar as we’ve ever seen. The old growth Brazilian Rosewood back and sides and perfect Italian Spruce top make for a sublime, full tone with rich bass and musical treble that are clear and present. An incredible guitar that can change tunings with the flick of a wrist.

• Body Size: Medium
• Scale: 25 11/32 in. (643.65 mm)
• Nut Width: 1 3/4 in. (43.7 mm)
• String Spacing: 2 1/4 in. (57.15 mm)
• Body Length: 19 5/16 in.
• Upper Bout: 11 3/16 in.
• Lower Bout: 15 1/2 in.
• Serial #: 67
• Body Depth @Neck Heel: 3 3/4 in.
• Body Depth @Tail Block: 4 7/16 in.
• Frets to body: 14
• Back/Sides: Brazilian Rosewood
• Top Wood: Italian Spruce
• Fingerboard: Brazilian Rosewood
• Neck Wood: Mahogany
• Bridge: Ebony Belly
• Rosette: Custom Rosewood
• Binding: Ebony
• Fingerboard Bindings: none
• Headplate: Custom
• Headstock Bindings: Ebony
• Headstock Inlay: None
• Top Trim: Custom
• Back Strip: Rosewood
• Fret Markers: None
• Tuners: Sperzel
• Tuner Finish: Gold

Greenfield Guitars GF Model

Michael Greenfield sent us this description of his new GF Model –  the first of which will soon be arriving – and we thought you’d like to read all about it! – Steven

(please scroll down for shop photos of incoming GF Model)

About The GF Model

My name is Michael Greenfield and I am passionate about tone.  Great tone.   FAT tone.   Squeezing every last molecule of tone out of my instruments.   I have also been a player for over 40 years.  So perfect feel, buttery-smooth playability and road-worthy stability are what my instruments are all about.

The Greenfield GF is the essential Greenfield Guitar. Production is limited and each GF is handcrafted in my Montreal shop. It is built with the same carefully selected materials, skilled craftsmanship and attention to detail I have built my reputation on. The GF is fashioned with elegant, understated appointments and delivers that legendary, piano-like Greenfield tone. Braces are shaped and plates voiced using small planes, gouges and chisels. I then carefully voice each body. Fingerboards are meticulously profiled with a compound radius and leveled to a tolerance of +/-.001”. Neck profiles are individually refined with rasps, files and lots of hand sanding. It is my philosophy that a truly extraordinary instrument is the result of the meticulous selection of the finest woods and materials with careful construction throughout. I assemble my instruments with hot, animal hide glue. This natural glue has been used for centuries by makers of the finest musical instruments because of its superior acoustic properties and its resistance to “creep”.

The GF model incorporates the same proprietary design found in all of my guitars but I have limited the choice of custom features and appointments in order to reduce the cost to you.  The GF is perfect for the aficionado who appreciates a performance-level, luthier-built instrument without some of the more ornate appointments and complex options found on my custom commission guitars.

Stable necks

The neck on a Greenfield GF is fabricated from the finest, well-seasoned, air-dried lumber.  Each neck is fit with carbon graphite rods which run its entire length extending into the peghead. The carbon graphite has a higher stiffness to weight ratio than steel and is extremely light, adding very little weight to the overall instrument.  This makes for an extremely true and stable neck, which is also very energy efficient.  The peghead is capped with contrasting wood veneers and an ebony faceplate with my “g” logo.  Each neck is carved for exceptional comfort, feel and playability.

Finishing touches

A flawless, high gloss finish is standard on all Greenfield Guitars. The finishes are kept as thin as possible so as not to impede tone.  Finally each instrument is meticulously fretted and carefully set up for optimal response and effortless playability.  Because of this very personal approach, I believe that a Greenfield Guitar looks, feels and sounds special.  It is my goal that you be not merely satisfied but thrilled with your finished guitar!

Climate Control

Second only to my espresso machine, the most important tool in the shop is my climate control system. The weather in Montréal swings from one extreme to the other during the course of the four distinct seasons we experience here. Winter cold spells can plunge the mercury to -40^o C and the thermometer can soar to +40^o C at the height of summer. And we experience everything in-between. Building in a stable environment is a challenge.

When I built this shop, I had my entire bench room, finish area and assembly/set-up room enveloped in a polyethylene vapor barrier and the adjoining walls to the rest of the building insulated. The vapor barrier even includes the floor! I had a sophisticated climate control system custom designed to maintain my shop’s environment at a constant 23^o C and 43% relative humidity. The system heats, cools, humidifies and de-humidifies according to demand. There have even been winter days when the outside temperature is -18^o C and the air conditioning came on because it got too hot in here!

Beyond the meticulous selecting, drying and seasoning of wood, all Greenfield Guitars are carefully assembled in this tightly controlled environment. As a result, the geometry of my guitars is stable and I can deliver your guitar with confidence, knowing that these instruments will easily withstand seasonal changes when properly maintained. Your Greenfield Guitar will become a treasured heirloom lasting a lifetime.

GF Model

The GF is an extremely versatile, grand concert size guitar that sits comfortably in your lap (it is slightly larger than an OM).  It has a focused yet open voice with a tight responsive bass, transparent mids and thick, clear, ringing highs.  The GF is quick to respond to even the lightest touch and it lends itself well to many different styles of music.  It is evenly balanced from string to string and everywhere on the fretboard; including the upper register above the body joint.  The GF has the ability to reproduce complex chords with piano-like clarity, while articulating each note in fingerstyle patterns.  While primarily a fingerstyle guitar, it is also superb for light strumming, acoustic jazz and even classical repertoire.

Specs and features

• Spruce soundboard
• Indian Rosewood or Mahogany back and sides
• Laminated rim-set (from solid wood)

• Scale length: 650mm (25.6”)
• Lower bout: 15 ^3/8”
• Upper bout: 11 ^1/2”
• Body length:   19 ^1/2”
• Depth at lower bout: 4 ^3/8”
  • Mahogany, carbon graphite reinforced neck.
  • Adjustable, 2 way truss rod
  • Ebony peghead overlay, w/ “g” logo (Faux MOP)
  • Ebony, string-through bridge
  • Bone nut and ¼” saddle
  • Gold, Delta series Gotoh 510 tuners with ebonoid buttons (21:1 ratio)
  • Natural finish
  • Custom fit arched top and back Ameritage case

• Proprietary Greenfield rosette (no shell)
• Individual voicing of all plates and completed body
• Ebonoid Bindings
• Contrasting purflings

• Compound 16” – 20” radius ebony fingerboard bound with ebony

• 1^3/4” nut width
• 2^3/16” string spacing at bridge.

Options

• Florentine cutaway

incoming Greenfield GF

We host a number of events here at Dream Guitars. It is our way of giving back to the community and sharing music with others who are passionate about it. We welcome you all to come join us at a House Concert, Guitar Clinic, Setup Saturdays and other events throughout the year. Come visit Dream Guitars and the wonderful Asheville area!

House Concerts | Setup Saturdays

House Concerts/Guitar Clinics

Chuck Brodsky Concert

Friday March 16th, @ 7pm
Visit www.chuckbrodsky.com for more information
Click here to view videos of Chuck in action!
House Concert @ Dream Guitars, Weaverville, NC
Tickets: $20

“Many of you will already know Chuck Brodsky and if you don’t you are in for a treat. Chuck is a songwriter with uncanny wit and the ability to draw images of real people in our world and their stories. Humor and emotion are both prevalent in Chuck’s lyrics. I know you will all enjoy sharing in his music! ” – Paul Heumiller

“What tales this singer-songwriter from Philadelphia has…
With insight and good humor, he has taken these life experiences
and distilled them into old fashioned story songs
brimming with wit and compassion.”
—New York Times

Reservations required for all events, please email sales@dreamguitars.com or call us at  (828) 658-9795.

Future Concerts/Clinics

Danny Ellis
Concert & Songwriting Workshop
April 14th, 2012
Asheville’s Own, by way of Ireland
www.dannyellismusic.com

Pierre Bensusan
Concert & Guitar Clinic
May 12, 2012 – CANCELLED! We’ll do it again sometime!
www.pierrebensusan.com

Mike Dowling
Concert & Guitar Workshop
July 28th, 2012
www.mikedowling.com

Setup Saturdays – FREE Guitar Tweaks!

One Saturday per month Dream Guitars invites players to bring in their tired, their weak, or their mildly upset guitars for professional tweaks by our Luthiers James Condino and Ken Jones. Just our way of helping the players in the community. Beverages and Snacks will be provided and informal jams are encouraged! A great way to meet fellow players and talk shop. Demo guitars while you wait and generally have fun!

**Check back here for updates or schedule changes

Stay tuned….

1956 Gibson Les Paul Goldtop

This is a beautiful, all original vintage 1956 Les Paul Goldtop with a carved maple top and mahogany back and neck. It features a bound rosewood fingerboard with trapezoid inlay, a pearl logo and Kluson tuners with tulip shaped tuner buttons. It has many advanced features such as the stop tailpiece and Tune-O-Matic bridge made famous on late 50′s Les Pauls. This guitar features 2 “Soapbar” P-90 pickups with cream colored covers. Since it is pre 1960 it has a nice full neck. This guitar has that worn in feel that cannot be reproduced. This is a lightweight Gold Top that screams. The neck is simply wonderful, and the entire guitar sings with a classic tone from a bygone era.

“Ok, now we are having fun! This is the real deal, a completely original, solid, lightweight, incredible soulful 1956 Les Paul Gold Top – The one to own. This one has to be played to be believed. The feel is that special and the tone from the original P-90s is powerful. We all hope this one sticks around a while because it’s just too much fun to play! This is the market to buy instruments like this. You’ll be happy you did 10 years from now, both because of all the fun you’ll have had, plus it is sure to increase in value.” – Paul Heumiller

Here’s a rare opportunity to get the Laskin Guitar of your dreams!

As many of you know, Dream Guitars regularly custom orders one-of-a-kind instruments from the world’s finest luthiers. Slated for completion approximately 8 months from now, we have scheduled the delivery of another world-class guitar from luthier/inlay artist extraordinaire William “Grit” Laskin.

Each of Grit’s guitars follows a theme; most recently we have had the pleasure of hosting his “Three Wise Men” and “The Blue Trumpet” guitars – stunning creations each.

The incoming guitar will be built from the winning combination of Brazilian Rosewood and Sitka Spruce  - there is still time to customize the rest. That means, this guitar can be personalized in any way you choose.

This is a rare opportunity to get a Laskin without the typical lengthy wait time – customized with the inlay and theme of your choice.

Please call today to find out how to make the incoming Grit Laskin Masterwork  your very own.

The Blue Trumpet - detail

Three Wise Men - detail