Current Inventory- archtop.com
This page contains all current inventory in stock. If an instrument is not listed below it has SOLD. Click on instrument name or picture for detailed spec sheet and photos. To place an instrument on HOLD please check ac_02comins_ct18.html our Ordering page for details. No hassle return policy: 100% buyer satisfaction guaranteed. If you're considering selling your guitar we's be delighted to help find your instrument a good new home. Check our Sales page for more details. If you're looking for a particular instrument, email your requests to info@archtop.com, and we'll be happy to notify you on a priority basis of items of interest. For an in-hand description of any instrument, call 206/325-3737, between 10am and 7pm Pacific Time.
Our Recent Correspondents: Many thanks, Joe, Wow - this entire process was so easy and smooth! I'm amazed at how quickly the L7C sold. archtop.com is THE place to be when buying, selling, or just drooling over the many beautiful instruments. Cheers and a huge thank you!- Dr. Kathy Durante, Gold River, BC
Joe, I just want to say, it's been a pleasure doing business with you. The guitar was sold in a very timely manner and all went very smoothly.Thank you, Bob DiNardo, Ft. Myers, FL
Joe, I got my Ibanez "lawsuit" L-5 today and I love it. I put some new strings on her, adjusted the bridge and she's good to go. Very impressed with the quality of this instrument!! I can't think of an arch-top made this well in this price range. Now I know why people hang to this things when they get them. Thanks again and hope to do business with you again down the road...Joe Restivo, Memphis, TN
Hey Joe, Just wanted to say I got the Campellone yesterday and it sounds fantastic. Thanks for all the help. Jack Radsliff, Eugene, OR
Thanks again Joe...another fantastic guitar! - Tom Vergona, Idaho Falls, ID
Dear Joe, I would like to inform you that the florentine Gibson Super 400CES safely arrived to me. Thanks for the great packaging! The guitar looks, plays and sounds fine. Thanks for the deal again! Kind regards, Laszlo Pintye, Hungary
Hi Joe, I have recieved the Borys 120. Thank you for your excellent service: the instrument is everything I expected and more. Regards, Campbell Atkins, Melbourne, Australia
Joe, I wanted to send you a quick note to let you know how much I am enjoying the Santa Cruz OM-42. I have owned two other Santa Cruz's over the years, a Brazilian Tony Rice, and a Pre War D. The OM-42 is one of the finest guitars I have ever played. I have owned and own many vintage acoustic instruments, and the Santa Cruz exceeds many of them. It is truly a wonderful instrument. Thanks so much you made it an excellent transaction from beginning to end. I look forward to doing business again. Take Care, Jeff Heeney, Burke, VA
Hi Joe, Holy smoke!!! I love the Epi ('53 Triumph)!!! Set it up late last night and was immediately blown away. It is hugely articulate, super responsive, and has a huge dynamic range. And it is excellent for finger style too! Thanks for helping me get the right guitar! Cheers, Joe Francisco, Boulder, CO
, . Joe - Having had several transactions with you I can say you are the consummate arch top venue. Whether buying or selling, I have had a wonderful experience. Excellent work, great instruments, and fine transaction speed. Thanks for the services. Matthew Hunter, Alexandria, VA
Joe, Just to let you know that I appreciate your professionalism and quality at archtop.com. I love my new DeVoe Florentine! ... This is a "lifer" guitar for me and one that I'd been searching for for years...all the right appointments. I wanted an understated look...naked fingerboard, beautiful tone woods, xlnt hue to the tint, Kent Armstrong pickup...it was all there on this axe, plus a classy case! Again, thanks for your prompt service and integrity...I can't put this thing down. When I get time, I'll record something and send it to you. All the best, Joel Henderson, Crown Point, IN
Hi Joe, The guitar (Redentore) arrived on Thursday safe and sound. I tuned it up let her acclimate to the new environment. This guitar is an absolute gem to play and hear. The note separation and sound on a scale of 1 to 10 is a 10+. I don’t think it could possibly be any better. The playability is effortless, a joy to play. I love the guitar Joe, thanks, Ernie Burkhardt, Forked River, NJ
Hello Joe, I just want to let you know that it has been a pleasure working with you on the sale of my Gibson guitars. You have followed through with what you said you would do and have gained a customer for life. It's refreshing to know that their are still places that sell guitars without all the hype and b.s. that is often associated with such endeavors. Thanks, Brian O'Connor, Ocean Park WA
My experience in selling my guitar through archtop.com with Joe was nothing short of the most pleasant and quick experience of any instrument I have sold. From the thorough packing instructions to the constant feedback from Joe on the status of my instrument was most professional. To say that is was a pleasure doing business with Joe and archtop.com is an understatement! Thanks, Joe and I look forward to doing business with you in the future! Paul Unger, Sylvania, OH
Joe, Let me extend my thanks for a seamless, professional experience consigning my L7-C. Within a week of listing, you were able to find a happy new owner. This speaks volumes not only to your website's reach, but the classy, efficient manner in which you conduct business. Your reputation as the go-to guy in archtops is well deserved and your inventory is enough to tempt even the most disciplined guitar devotee. It was a pleasure doing business with you, Joe. I'll spread the word. Best Regards, Marty Mahre, Seattle
I have long recognized your high quality work while I have viewed your website in the past and have read what you've written. Now, after placing my guitars with you to sell for me, I am doubly impressed. You are good AND you are quick. Thanks, Mark Newberry, Paris, KY
Hey Joe -Here's the review (of the 1998 L-5CES and archtop.com). Enjoy! Yours, David Boles, BolesBlues.com -Wow! Thanks, David -jv
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Key: Prices listed below in bold to the LEFT of the slash are our discount prices for check, money order or bank wire payments. The regular credit, debit or Paypal price is listed to the RIGHT. More payment and ordering details here.
Just In ! 2006 Martin OM-42K, spectacular flamed Koa body, ornate abalone inlay, low profile neck, 45 style inlays, very limited edition, no longer available $3495/$3605
Just In! 2011 Ribbecke Electric Halfling, innovative chambered guitar, gorgeous lacewood body, feedback resistant, rare and verstile $3895/$4015
Just In! c.1999 Guild Manhattan X-170, comfy slimmed depth 16 1/2" flamed maple body, built-in gold humbuckers, versatile, feedback resistant design $1995/$2055
Just In! c.1998 Guild Savoy X-150, full depth 16" tiger flame body, built-in humbucker, true Rhode Island Guild, great player, best buy $1895/$1950
Just In! 1967 Gibson Barney Kessel Custom, full depth 17" body, twin gold Pat. Sticker pickups, eighth-note headstock, all original, fast neck, clean $3995/$4115
Just In! 1992 Breedlove MJ/K 12 String, intensely figured solid Koa body, Red Cedar soundboard, w/Highlander and Baggs pickups, spectacular $3495/$3605
Just In! 2000 Gibson J-45 Historic Collection, nice and light, big open tone, classic neck, under-saddle pickup, from Gibson's master Montana builders $1995/$2055
Just In! 1947 Epiphone Triumph, rare postwar blonde, big voice, sweet neck; same specs as Deluxe or Broadway, at a player's price $2895/$2990
Just In! 2003 Beardsell Model 9B, innovative, Selmer styled nylon string guitar, extended cutaway, beveled armrest, exceptional projection $3995/$4115
Just In! 2002 Comins Concert 18, spectacular super jumbo guitar, all Euro tonewoods, gold De Armond floating pickup, deeply flamed, light and resonant $5995/$6175
Just In! 1964 Gibson J-50, deep amber blonde, feather light, bone saddle, 1 11/16" nut, sweet neck, outstanding condition, cowboy up! $3895/$4015
Just In! 1990 Gibson L-5CN, magnificent presentation-grade instrument, intensely quilted body, Hutchins signed label, engraved gold Waverly tuners, immaculate $12,495/$12,875
Just In! 1939 Gibson Super 400, extremely rare prewar X-braced blonde, formerly owned by David Grisman, spectacular flame, deeply resonant, magnificent $17,995/$18,540
Just In! 1994 Santa Cruz F, Curly Koa, very rare version, extravagantly figured body, abalone trim, versatile model, drop-dead gorgeous $4495/$4635
Just In! 2003 Buscarino Grand Cabaret, nylon strung, cedar top, rosewood body, arched back, onboard pickup, ultimate fingerstyle jazzer, bossa king! $4995/$5145
Just In! 2000 Taylor 814 Brazilian, rare ultra-premium edition of Taylor's most popular and versatile model, very scarce edition, immaculate $4495/$4635
New Price! 2008 Martin Ditson Model 111, faithful reissue of world's first dreadnought, featherweight 12 fret Adirondack/mahogany body, period details, huge voice $2995/$3085
1931 National Style 1 Tenor, gleaming bell brass body, powerful single cone resonator, all original, great shape, phenomenal projection $2795/$2885
New Price! 2002 Moll Working Man's Hero, 17" full depth feedback resistant body, built-in Armstrong humbucker, model out of production, best buy! $2995/$3085
1941 Gibson L-4, 16" body, solid carved soundboard, suspended fingerboard, ornate inlay, like 20's L-5 at a fraction of the price $3495/$3605
1937 Gibson L-7, 17" X-braced Advanced body, picture frame inlays, deco trapeze tailpiece, comfy neck; warm, woody voice HOLD
2005 Gibson Pat Martino, highly figured maple top, slimline chambered mahogany body, twin '57 Classic PAFs, rare model, now out of production, gleaming $2995/$3085
1951 Gibson LG-1, ultra-light, bearclaw top, fire-stripe guard, Gibson's most popular flat top, great player, great value SOLD
1928 Gibson L-5, dot neck, highly flamed, short guard, huge voice, sweet neck, all original hardware, everyone's favorite year HOLD
1953 Epiphone Zephyr Regent, 17" full depth body, original 'New York' pickup, fine neck, gleaming condition, true '50's tone and feel, best buy $2395/2470
1933 Epiphone Broadway Masterbilt, solid black walnut body, only year for wide block inlay, loud as a trumpet, bright as a dime, very rare SOLD
1980 D'Aquisto New Yorker Special, 100% original, intensely flamed 17" body. Includes original D'Aquisto hand tools, papers, a masterpiece HOLD
Just In! 1998 Larrivee Flying Eagle 10-B, solid Brazilian Rosewood dreadnought, dramatically figured, a cannon, one of 11 $4495/$4635
2005 Goodall Grand Concert Cutaway, Honduran Rosewood body, curly Koa binding, K&K Mini-Western pickup system; versatile, exquisite instrument $3395/$3499
New Price! 2005 PRS McCarty, intensely figured solid maple '10 top', rare model with solid rosewood neck, gold hardware, all tags, superb $1995/$2085
1996 Heritage Golden Eagle, 17" full depth body, all carved, floating Armstrong Handwound PAF, best buy in a true US made jazz box HOLD
2003 Santa Cruz 00, featherlight 12 fret all-mahogany body, 1 3/4" nut, ebony fingerboard, V neck, true 30's tone and feel, a delight HOLD
Special! 1989 Borys B-329 Custom Left Handed, 15 1/2" thinline hollow body, birdseye maple, Armstrong PAFs, very rare, southpaws call now $2995/$3085
2008 Trenier Broadway, 16" full depth X-braced body, solid flame maple back and sides, special commemorative 50th guitar, stunning HOLD
Key: Prices listed below in bold to the left of the slash are our discount prices for check, money order, or bank wire purchases. The regular credit card price is listed in plain type to the right.
An extensive illustrated list of previously offered instruments may be seen in our Sold section here.
Coming Soon
Key: On the way = In transit. Price and preview photos not yet available. Has arrived = Setup and preview photos in progress. Instruments are not priced until setup and photos are complete. In the shop= Setup or restoration in progress. Ready = Preview photos and pricing are complete and available by email. Send requests to: info@archtop.com
Want list previews: If you're looking for any particular instrument you don't see here, please email your requests to info@archtop.com, and we'll be happy to send previews of your want list items before they are posted to the site.
1938 D'Angelico New Yorker, sunburst, full depth highly flamed 18" body, all original, spectacular looks, thrilling voice has arrived
2002 Gibson Le Grande, vintage sunburst, former Johnny Smith model, 1 3/4" nut, X-braced, floating JS pickup, highly figured, great shape, scarce model on the way
2009 National Style 1 Tricone, round neck, German silver body, gleaming condition on the way
1981 Ibanez GB-10, blonde, ever popular compact jazzer, twin JS floating pickups, a gigmeister on the way
1980 Gibson ES-347TD, sunburst, thin semi-hollow, original coil-tapped Series 7 humbuckers, phase switch, stop tail, brass nut, rare model, super condition, versatile player has arrived
1996 Gibson ES-175D, vintage sunburst, twin '57 Classsic PAF humbuckers, great condition, the classic jazz box has arrived
2002 Campellone Standard, amber blonde, full-depth 17" Venetian cutaway body, all carved, tap-tuned, 1 11/16" nut, 25 1/2" scale, a honey on the way
2010 Schaefer Freddy, sunburst, compact 14" slimline Venetian cutaway body, all carved, floating Armstrong PAF, light and resonant, ideal for the touring player has arrived
1956 Gibson J-50, blonde, original old style bridge, narrow braces, large tortoise guard, very light and resonant, great old box has arrived
2001 Sadowsky Nylon, sunburst, nylon strung, Tele-style body, proprietary pickup system, quilted body, as played by Lee Ritenour, Keith Richards et al; amazing has arrived
1995 Gibson ES-165, sunburst, flamed maple body, '57 Classic PAF humbucker, all gold hardware, like classic late '50's ES-175, model now out of production, gorgeous has arrived
2007 Gibson L-5CES Wes Montgomery, blonde!, highly flamed body, 17" full depth Venetian cutaway body, all ghold hardware, '57 Classic PAF, exquisite on the way
1953 Epiphone Triumph Regent, blonde, 17" full depth Venetian acoustic cutaway, all carved, big voice, nice deep cutaway, very clean example has arrived
2011 Daniel Slaman DS-250 Extra, blonde, all carved, only reissue of the ultra rare prewar electric, as played by Charlie Christian, CC bar pickup, 17" body, a classic HOLD
c. 1939 Regal Custom Super Jumbo, blonde, one-of-a-kind custom 18 1/2" noncutaway archtop, extra deep like Regal Prince/Bacon and Day, all carved, ornate pearl binding, amazing has arrived
1953 Gibson Les Paul, all gold, original twin cream P-90s, immaculate stop tail conversion, light weight, brilliant in the shop
1954 Guild X-350, sunburst, very rare early model, 17" full depth Venetian cutaway body, three single coil pickups with push-button switches, great original condition on the way
1959 Gibson ES-125, sunburst, full depth 16" body, original P-90 pickup, great neck, sweet voice in the shop
1946 Epiphone Spartan, sunburst, rare model with solid black walnut body, 16" lower bout, long scale, brilliant clear voice has arrived
1957 D'Angelico New Yorker, sunburst, very late 18" noncutaway, phenomenal condition SOLD
1939 Epiphone Triumph, sunburst, rare bird with wide 1 3/4" nut, fine player, great sounder in the shop
1946 Epiphone Emperor, sunburst, 18 3/8" full depth noncutaway acoustic, all carved, gorgeous restoration, huge voice, perfect neck in the shop
2006 Dell'Arte Jimmy Rosenberg Model, oval hole, long scale Favino style gypsy guitar; pretty, punchy and responsive has arrived
1953 Epiphone Devon, sunburst, rare 17" full depth model, long scale, great value has arrived
1935 Epiphone Melody Tenor, sunburst, very rare early Epi tenor, great shape has arrived
2009 Gibson CS-336, sunburst, ultra-light, compact thinline semi-hollow, flamed top, stop tail, pounds less than ES-335, great design has arrived
1967 Gretsch 6122 Chet Atkins Country Gentleman, mahogany finish, twin gold Filter-Tron pickups, thumbprint inlays, Bigbsby, mute, back pad, the works has arrived
1961 Gretsch 6120 Chet Atkins Hollow Body, light orange finish, single cutaway, open f-holes, twin Filter-Tron pickups, original Bigsby, 3 knob/2 switch, the classic has arrived
1970-2 Gibson Les Paul Deluxe, gold top, one owner since 1974, all original finish and electronics, plays like a dream has arrived
New! Benedetto Bambino, sunburst, 15" hollow body thinline single cutaway, twin coil-tapped humbuckers, great neck, new w/warranty has arrived
Eastman 803-15, new w/warranty, 15" all carved full depth cutaway w/built in PAF, ultimate road guitar ready
Roland AC-60, featherlight versatile compact amp, anti-feedback notch filter ready
Trace Acoustic TA-50 amp, tiny, powerful, versatile jazz combo amp, no longer in production ready
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We can help place your prized instrument with a happy new owner for a maximum return to you. For details, visit our Sales page here.
We maintain a full-service repair facility specializing in the particular requirements of archtop instruments, from setups to ground-up restorations. Vintage style finishes, fretwork, structural repairs, correct hand-antiqued hardware and more. More info here.
An extensive illustrated list of recently offered instruments may be seen in our Previously Sold section here.
Email: info@archtop.com For a detailed in-hand description of any instrument, call Joe Vinikow at 206.325.3737, weekdays between 10am and 7pm Pacific Time, 10am to 4pm Tuesdays, and Saturdays by appointment. We are located in Seattle, WA, just east of downtown, near Lake Washington, and are open to vistors by appointment. For North American orders only, call toll free 877.850.1978. Fax: 206.322.5692.
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