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Just out of a collection is this extremely rare Fender Custom Shop Robben Ford Ultra Maple, numbered "0002 Prototype" and signed by Robben Ford himself. Fender's collaboration with Robben Ford has seen many different iterations, but we have never seen one with this fit and finish. It features a hollow mahogany body, carved maple top, mahogany set neck, bound ebony fingerboard with split block...

In virtually mint condition, this Washburn 12-string is a great pick for anyone looking to add the 12-string jangle to their arsenal. It features a solid sitka spruce top, flame maple back and sides, mahogany neck, rosewood board, and an onboard Fishman Presys+ preamp system. This guitar plays great, with a very comfortable action and excellent intonation up the whole fingerboard across all 12...

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...

From Gibson's Historic Collection, this '57 reissue Black Beauty channels the vintage vibe of the original. The 1-piece mahogany body is complemented by a chunky C-shape mahogany neck and ebony fingerboard with pearl block inlays. Anchoring its vintage-spec appointments are a pair of CustomBucker pickups, which are renowned as Gibson's best PAF replica ever. Complete with the classic nitro black...

This is an incredible piece of Fender history. In 1988, Fender formally launched the Fender Custom Shop by releasing the very first Custom Shop Limited Edition guitar, the 40th Anniversary Telecaster. This guitar is #1 of 300, making it the first official Fender Custom Shop guitar ever produced. Builders John Page and Michael Stevens presented this guitar to Fender CEO Bill Schultz, who in turn...

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...

For fans of vintage Gretsch guitars, this 1962 Gretsch Duo Jet "Black" is a true gem. Featuring a Double-Cut body and a beautifully and naturally checked finish, this guitar exudes a retro rock 'n roll vibe! The original pickup rings are included in the aftermarket Gretsch hardshell case, along with a brand new set of replacement rings. With no breaks, repairs, this guitar is a fantastic original...

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, this 1976 Fender Mustang Bass has quickly become a store favorite. Introduced two years after the Mustang guitar, the Mustang Bass was the first student-level bass produced by Fender, as well as the last production bass designed by Leo Fender before he left the company. This one features an uncommon match-up of a maple fingerboard with a sunburst finish. The short-scale neck is extremely...

An excellent example from Fender Custom Shop! This '51 "Nocaster" model features modern wiring but is otherwise a great recreation of the vintage originals. It features an ash body and AA quartersawn ash neck with a large '51 neck profile, Hand-Wound 50-51 Blackguard Relic Single-Coil pickups, medium jumbo frets, and a 50's butterscotch "blonde" finish. Includes hard shell case with all the...

This beautiful and unique guitar was part of an extremely limited run of '59 Reissues in the "Sweet Cherry" finish produced in 2001. This one specifically however, was custom ordered with a quilted Maple top. This was not available in the run, making this a one-of-a-kind guitar. This R9 predates the 2007 run of Eric Clapton's "Lucy" replicas, but the specs, along with the flamed top, make this...

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 Villela contrabass guitar is an extremely unique instrument. What appears to be a typical Spanish-style guitar actually plays more like a Bass VI, with all of its strings tuned an octave below a standard guitar. The result is a very deep and extremely resonant sound unlike anything we've heard. This guitar features a solid cedar top, sapele back and sides, a rosewood fingerboard and bridge,...

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...

Fender Japan is well-known for their premium craftsmanship and attention to detail, and this guitar is a great example. At a fraction of the cost, this guitar puts up stiff competition against the Fender Custom Shop model it's based on – the Albert Collins Signature Telecaster. Featuring a double-bound ash body, D-shape maple neck, a Fender Dragster humbucker in the neck, and a USA-made Texas...

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 1971 Fender Telecaster Thinline in the incredibly rare custom color "Salmon" finish is a vintage lover's dream. The semi-hollow body and f-hole design of this classic guitar provides a unique resonance and tone that sets it apart from other Telecasters. The original single-coil pickups deliver the signature twang and warmth that Fender is known for, perfect for any player looking to add a...

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....

This vintage guitar and amp combo has an excellent sound and a classic look. The Value Leader is a lightweight, one-pickup wonder. An all original and extremely clean example, this guitar is easy and fun to play with a classic tone. Only produced between 1962 and 1965, the Value Leader Amplifier is a classic 12AU7 tube based circuit with 3 inputs. It's size and weight make it easily portable....

Just in, one of the best playing and most beautiful guitars we've seen out of Fender's Custom Shop! This exquisite guitar from Masterbuilder John Cruz features a 1960 neck profile, providing a comfortable and familiar feel. The vintage hardtail bridge offers optimal sustain and stability, while the faded "Sherwood Green" color and the expertly reliced lacquer finish gives the guitar an authentic,...