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 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 [email protected], 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: Dear Joe, Thank you for helping me find a new owner for my ‘78 Gibson Johnny Smith. Having owned it for over 20 years, I knew your shop was the best place to get the instrument in top shape for its potential new owner. I think you found a buyer almost immediately with your “want list” and in fact the guitar never even had its web page constructed before it was run through the shop and sent out to the buyer! I can’t thank you enough for the care you gave my instrument and the speed with which you found a buyer. What a great experience! Alan Biggs, Hilton Head Island, SC
I consigned two high end archtops with Joe. He was fast and thorough getting everything ready for his website. The guitars sold quickly and I received the proceeds right away. Highly recommend. Nick Jaton, Omaha NE
Hi Joe, Got it (Grimes) a couple hours ago, and frankly I wasn’t prepared for this guitar. It’s a museum piece, kind of staggering in its beauty and perfection. I’ve had and have some nice guitars, but this is on another level....Another satisfied customer, Josh Gordis, Monterrey, CA
Hi Joe. Thanks for the great L5! Received in perfect condition! Gorgeous and plays beautifully! A great deal all around! Couldn’t be happier! Louis Perrotta, Huntington, NY
Hey Joe -Here's the review (of the 1998 L-5CES and archtop.com). Enjoy! Yours, David Boles, BolesBlues.com
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Key: Prices listed below in bold to the LEFT of the slash are our discount prices for check, money order, Zelle or bank wire payments. The credit or debit card, Paypal or Venmo price is listed to the RIGHT. More payment and ordering details here.
Just In! 1994 Nickerson Corona, all carved 17" curly maple body, floating JS pickup, featherlight, responsive, best buy! $4395/$4535
Just In! 1997 Buscarino Monarch, all carved, intensely figured 17" body, built-in Duncan PAF, lightweight, master quality $8495/$8755
Just In! 1991 Gibson ES-775, rare Artist Series model, like L-4CES, highly flamed, ornate inlay, deep cutaway, clean! HOLD
1948 Gibson L-48, solid spruce top, featherweight 16" body, sweet voice, pristine time capsule condition SOLD
2008 Comins Concert, all carved, featherlight 17" body, full size floating PAF, master quality artisan guitar, superb SOLD
Just In! 2008 Arrow 17, all carved 17" body, lightweight and resonant, Armstrong floater, noted Oregon luthier, best buy! $3995/$4115
c.1984 Fender D'Aquisto Elite, premium model, comfy 16" body, all original, feedback buster, best buy! $2750/$2835
Just In! 2007 Arrow Tenor Cutaway, all carved, highly figured 14" black walnut body, Armstrong floating PAF, rare model! $3595/$3705
Just In! 1976 Gibson Johnny Smith, all carved, all original, brilliant condition, 1 of 38, exceptional find SOLD
Just In! 2002 Ribbecke Monterey, all carved 17" body, intensely flamed AAAA maple, Bartolini floater, pristine! $7995/$8250
New Price! 1967 Gibson L-4CN 'Johnny Smith Custom', carved top, factory JS pickups, all gold hardware, 1 of 10, unique! HOLD
Just In! 2017 Eastman AR880CE John Pisano Model, all carved, intensely flamed 16" body, built-in Armstrong PAF, best buy! $3250/$3345
New Price! 2002 Guild X-180 Park Avenue, very rare model, highly flamed 16" body, Benedetto pickup, compare to ES-175, best buy! $2295/$2375
Just In! 2003 Gretsch White Falcon, '55 specs, ornate vertical logo, Cadlillac tailpiece, Filter-Tron pickups, the whole 9 yards $2995/$3185
New Price! 2000 PRS Hollowbody II '10 Top', red tiger, highly figured tiger maple body, PAF and piezo electronics, versatile player HOLD
Just In! 2018 Gibson ES-335 '58 VOS Historic Reissue, nice full neck, MHS pickups, relic hardware, COA, most faithful reissue $3995/$4115
Just In! 1977 Ibanez Johnny Smith 2461, faithful tribute to classic model, all original, rare blonde, best buy! $2795/$2885
2001 Buscarino Gigmaster, rare 17" gig guitar from top builder, easy neck, feedback buster, best buy! $4495/ $4635
1950 Epiphone Broadway Regent, very rare cutaway model, all carved, Armstrong floating PAF, ornate inlay, striking HOLD
New Price! 1976 Gibson Byrdland, all carved, Pat # pickups, nimble short scale, no-volute neck, gleaming condition $7495/$7725
Just In! 2009 Kevin Ryan Nightingale Grand Soloist, spectacular Brazilian body, Swiss spruce top, abalone trim. breathtaking $15,995/$16,475
Just In! 2000 Goodall Concert Jumbo, bearclaw spruce, exotic wood trim, K&K pickup, big voice, top builder $3995/$4115
Just In! 1919 Gibson A-3 Mandolin, ivory finish, rare highly figured maple body, grained ivoroid guard and binding, gorgeous $2995/$3085
Just In! 2003 Darryl Perry Concert Model, Torres style, rosewood body, 65cm scale, feather light, huge voice, top builder $9250/$9525
Just In! 2012 Collings SJ Koa Custom, breathtaking AAAA Koa body, German spruce top, Baggs pickup, spectacular $6995/$7210
2008 McAlister L-00 Custom, Adirondack top, striking ribbon mahogany body, featherlight, top builder, sings! HOLD
Just In! 2007 Parker PJ12 'J Man', rare model, all carved 16" body, nice wide nut, striking post-deco design, unique! $2750/$2835
New Price! c.1939 Gibson EM-150 Mandolin, original Charlie Christian blade pickup, all carved, super rare, tweed case! HOLD
1962 Gibson J-200N, rare blonde, super jumbo body, intense bubble maple body, 1 of 54, a boomer, spectacular HOLD
1965 Gibson ES-330TD, twin P-90s, lightweight, fully hollow, sleek neck, warm tone, gleaming condition SOLD
1956 Gibson A-40 Mandolin, solid spruce top, Honduran mahogany body, lustrous blonde finish, gorgeous SOLD
1941 Gibson Special #7, rarest prewar 17" Gibson, L-5 size body, unique inlays, never cataloged, remarkable find! SOLD
New Price! 1997 Epiphone Deluxe Regent, one-off Heritage custom, all carved, vintage hardware, clouds and vines, astounding $4995/$5145
1947 Epiphone Deluxe 7 String, all carved, highly figured, custom L.R. Baggs neck for Van Eps' student, one of a kind! SOLD
1964 Epiphone Triumph A-412, Gibson made, solid carved top, extended cutaway, compare to L-7C, best buy, clean! SOLD
New Price! 1951 Epiphone Zephyr Emperor Vari-Tone, rare early example, 18 1/2" body, push button controls, brilliant $6995/$7210
New Price! 1939 D'Angelico Style A-1, rare model, highly figured 17" body, superb tone, powerful voice HOLD
New Price! c.1957 Vega SE-400, rare top model from famed Boston firm, floating single coil pickup, easy neck, best buy! $1995/$2155
New Price! 2023 Stringphonic HRC-01, Howard Roberts tribute, 16" body, full size floating PAF, brand new, best buy! $1995/$2055
c.1920s Wissenborn Kona Style 1 Hawaiian Guitar, figured Koa body, featherlight and resonant, rare model, sings! SOLD
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 and Paypal price is listed in plain type to the RIGHT.
c. 2008 Grimes Montreaux, all carved 18" masterpiece, eye-popping AAAA quilted maple, put on your sunglasses SOLD
1989 Gibson L-4CES, solid carved spruce top, figured mahogany body, '57 Classic PAFs, warm rich voice, immaculate SOLD
2015 Gibson L-9 Custom Shop Crimson Edition, ultra-rare 17" thinline, solid carved flame top, '57 PAFs, 1 of 50, first one? HOLD
1960 Fender Stratocaster, natural refin, slab board, original hardware, electronics and case, pick your color! SOLD
1953 Gibson ES-295, original P-90 pickups, all gold hardware, aged pro blonde finish, upgrade to ES-175 SOLD
Just In! c.1937 Gibson L-75, ultra-rare prewar model, featherweight carved 16" mahogany body, versatile, a cannon SOLD
1999 Andersen Oval, all carved, highly figured, featherweight 16" body, Benedetto floater, versatile voice, rare! HOLD
2004 Kinal Mini Voyager, all carved, comfy 14 1/2" body, AAAA maple back, built-in Bartolini pickup, sweetie SOLD
1930 National Triolian, polychrome palm tree finish, 100% original, Hawaiian style, Missisippi tone! HOLD
1996 Gibson ES-175, highly figured tiger maple body, golden amber finish, most popular jazz box ever, sweet HOLD
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: [email protected]
Want list previews: If you're looking for any particular instrument you don't see here,
please email your requests to [email protected], and we'll be happy to send previews of your want list items as soon as they arrive.
-2015 Buscarino Starlight Nylon, blonde, innovative thinline design, flame top, hollowed ash body, 1 7/8" nut, Barbera pickup on the way
-1936 Epiphone Broadway, sunburst, all carved 17" black walnut body, Adirondack top, brilliant voice, excepional projection has arrived
-1978 Gibson Johnny Smith, burgundy finish, all carved, all original, single pickup, stellar condition, rare model! SOLD
-1966 Fender Stratocaster, Lake Placid Blue, exceptionally fine, all original, one owner guitar, an amazing find on the way
-1976 Greco L-100, blonde, rare lawsuit L-5CES copy, same make and model as Ibanez 2460, twin PAFs, all original on the way
-1943 D'Angelico Style A-1, sunburst, all carved 17" full depth noncut body, engraved deco tailpiece, veteran player in the shop
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Kent Armstrong Handwound Floating Pickups. Handmade in Vermont by Kent himself. Humbucking, single coil, 6 and 7 string: simply the best there is.
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Acoustic Archtop Soundboard pickups. Crisp, accurate acoustic sound, uses your own bridge. Micro thin film pickup technology installs in minutes.
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Wiring and Control Kits, ultra-miniature volume controls, knobs and jacks for pickup installation without modification of vintage instruments.
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Hardshell Cases- Plush, locking vintage style hardshell cases in hard-to-find sizes, built specifically for archtop guitars. Some vintage cases, too, please inquire.
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Pickguards, custom made from original templates in tortoise, 5-ply black or bakelite; bound, beveled or unbound. Mounting hardware, too.
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Purchasing your instrument is fast, safe and secure with our absolute no-quibble refund policy.
VISA/MC/AMEX, PayPal, Venmo, Zelle, layaways. For details, visit our Ordering page here.
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.
The Archive
An extensive illustrated list of recently offered instruments may be seen in our Previously Sold section here.
Contact: Email: [email protected] For a detailed in-hand description of any instrument, call Joe Vinikow at 206.325.3737.
Call weekdays between 10am and 7pm Pacific Time, Saturdays by appointment.
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