GUITARS

Altman A-D1 Mahogany 1937 Model Dreadnought

New - Over the last twelve years we have been honored to offer some of the finest hand made instruments that have been available thru independent builders but we have never been more astonished about a new instrument that so closely replicates that “golden era” tone than these. We have been dealing with pre-war instruments for over forty years and have been privileged to own many of those great Brazilian Rosewood and Mahogany guitars, and our experience with these guitars helps us to recognize that highly sought after sound. “Subjective” absolutely, but to our ear and many players who have played this guitar, had the same response: “this thing has nailed the pre-war tone but has more power and clarity.” That big “booming” bass, mid range that “pops” and high end that is precise & clear along with raw power. The features are: Adirondack Spruce top, Adirondack braces, no tongue brace, 1 ¾’’ nut width, Ebony traditional bridge and fingerboard, Tortoise style binding, solid Ebony bridge pins, Honduran Mahogany back, sides and neck, thru saddle, Tortoise grain pickguard, traditional style rosette, dot inlay, Waverly “Relic” Butterbean tuners, “antiqued” top aging toner and varnish finish. Light as a feather but complete “ancient” sounding in tone, separation, power, clarity, headroom and playability. Priced with deluxe hard case. Please call for introductory pricing.
Product ID: 802

Martin 1957 D-28

Excellent condition - Shipped to Martin for the following work in 2009: Replaced top to wide grain Adirondack to 1957 specifications which includes new Ebony bridge, thru bone saddle, Delmar pickguard, refinish back of neck, buff out back & sides. Beautiful straight grain red with black streaks Brazilian Rosewood, 1 11/16’’ nut width, original grooved back tuners, original Ebony fingerboard and dress frets. Great sounding guitar with outstanding balance, nice seasoned tone as this instrument has been played in since Martin has done the work and is powerful, responsive and “lively.” This is an extremely nice guitar and will please any player with one that is old and new. Comes with hard case.
Product ID: c218

Lucas 2007 LD-28 Brazilian Rosewood

Excellent plus condition - Very nice medium grain Adirondack Spruce top, dark beautiful slight figured Brazilian rosewood back & sides, 1 ¾’’ nut width, thru saddle, bound Ebony fingerboard, triple bound headstock with “Torch” inlay, Waverly tuners with grained Ivoroid buttons, Herringbone top trim, Ebony bridge with bone pins with Abalone inserts and Tortoise grained pickguard. One small lacquer check on the top about 2’’ long. Serious balance with deep warm low end, “punchy,” mellow midrange and clear high end that resonates a vintage tone. One of the best sounding Lucas guitars we’ve encountered. Priced with OHC.
Product ID: c220