archtop.com: Current Inventory- Acoustic and Electric Guitars

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: Thank you for your recommendation, Joe. I was pleasantly surprised by the Eastman 7 string archtop, as I had not expected such an excellent acoustic sound. I think this is a real stand-out instrument; the tone ranges from warm and rich low and middle to a distinctive treble that sings right out for soloing (more punch than many archtops). Apart from a few hours plugged in, I have been playing it all acoustic, and (for the present) changed the strings to bronze wound. It really is a superb instrument, and very comfortable to play, even with the large 17 inch body and the wide 7-string fingerboard. The craftsmanship is high quality. Next week I will be setting up the amplified sound to match the acoustic, and I will be using the guitar for some recording. All good wishes, Robert Stewart, Berkeley Springs, WV

I am delighted that you found a happy new home for my beautiful PRS Custom 24. Your service was efficient and totally professional, and as always, it was a pleasure to deal with you. Best regards, Charles Grable, Houston, TX

Thank you, Joe, for sending the 2004 D'Angelico New Yorker NYL-6 guitar! It is a beautiful instrument. Your service along the way was excellent! Thanks! Nurit 'Lichtenstein Lichtenstein, Binyamina, Israel

I’ve bought and sold multiple guitars through archtop.com and the level of service, professionalism and quality is unrivaled. Their selection of guitars is truly world class and at a value that can’t be beat. I feel incredibly fortunate to have found Joe and his website and look forward to my next guitar purchase. Ken Provost, Seattle

Joe, thanks for all your help prepping and selling my L5CES. I'm so glad it's going to be appreciated and played! You made the entire process simple and did a fantastic job of marketing this great instrument! Bob Kingman, Newcastle, CA

Joe, Thanks for the assistance selling my National Tri-cone. Way, way more than pleasantly surprised at the speed of the sale.
Completely painless!!! Hopefully we will be doing more business together! Jackson Boylan, Charlottesville, VA

Joe, Thank you for your note. I am delighted by the way you handled the sale of my guitar from start to finish. You have a wonderful personal style. So glad I entrusted my guitar sale to you. Warm regards, Mike Zinn, Boulder, CO

Hi Joe, thank you for the quick business. The guitar arrived safe and I can say after playing this Megas Apollo for a couple of weeks, that I'm super happy with! Cheers, Mat Harter, Sarmenstorf, Switzerland

Good news. Thanks, (consignment) was painless for me, just shipped the guitar to you and you did the rest. Joe Colpitt, Newport, RI

I have been a fan of archtop.com for years, having always admired the site for the consistent quality of instruments it offers and the professional manner in which they are presented. Joe Vinikow has few rivals in terms of his specialized knowledge of archtop guitars, and there are few single resources offering access to such a wide range of outstanding vintage and contemporary instruments.. It wasn’t until I had a guitar to consign and sell that an opportunity presented itself to actually experience the character and integrity of the operation; and it exceeded all expectations. From the initial conversation about the value and marketability of the guitar; to the outstanding guidance regarding packing and shipping; through the remarkably quick sale, very reasonable commission, and fast turnaround of the proceeds… archtop.com proved itself to be as fine a resource to players and collectors as there is anywhere in the world. I can’t praise archtop.com enough— nor recommend it more highly — to anyone wishing to buy or sell a fine guitar. Thank you, Joe. John Z.weig, Fayetteville, AR

Hi Joe, It's a joy to play the Triumph and I'm getting good reviews about the sound from my audience... Best, Jed Costanza, Washington, DC

Joe, The guitar arrived in perfect condition and has exceeded all expectations. It is a stunning instrument. It is always a gamble buying a guitar you haven’t played online but I am beyond satisfied. Take care and thanks again. Mike Irwin, Mt. Dora, FL

Hi Joe, I just now tried out the beautiful Comins Renaissance I bought from you and it sounded great. Since I am new to archtops I really appreciated all of the information you provided about the differences between archtops and flattops. I learned a lot and now want to expand my musical vocabulary on the archtop. It was a great pleasure doing business with you. Scott Simmons, Edmonds, WA

Hi Joe, The Eastman arrived Monday, thanks! I’ve been very busy so only yesterday was I able to seat the bridge. The guitar is exactly what I was hoping it would be. It’s a unique design, and really combines acoustic and electric tones in a way that works well for my fingerstyle tunes....Thanks for another great transaction. Best, Clyde Spillenger, LA
The archtop.com selling experience was perfect. Thanks so much for the excellent communication, positioning and selling my Bourgeois A-350. It couldn’t have been better. Regards, Doug Mahnke, Overland Park, KS

Hi Joe, The guitar arrived on Friday and, I must say, it exceeded my expectations! The description on your site that is in “superb 100% condition” is spot on. The axe is in pristine condition, it looks like it just came off the show room floor! I started playing it as soon as I unpacked it (thanks for the detailed instructions) and have hardly been able to put it down. It plays beautifully, sounds great, and it will only sound better over time. Joe, you have been wonderful to work with and I will recommend you highly going forward All the Best, Oliver Prince, Chicago

I had been searching for an archtop guitar that understood me for years. I purchased a couple along my journey that didn't proved to be worthy compromises.I had been watching Reverb and other sites and finally saw the Carl Barney that Archtop.Com was selling.I called and spoke with Joe who put me at ease and assured that if for some reason the picture didn't match the actual playing experience, I could return it with no hard feelings. As it happened, the Barney was a perfect match for me. It showed up in perfect condition and well protected. After ten minutes in my arms I was sold. I couldn't be happier with my purchase and wouldn't hesitate to buy another wonderful guitar from Joe and archtop.com. Craig Saxon, Camarillo, CA

Happy Independence Day Joe! I opened the guitar up this morning and found it just as you described. I very much appreciate how you handled the bridge and the tail pin as well. I couldn’t be happier. Thank you again. Kevin Driscoll, Jacksonville, FL
Just got this beauty (Bourgeois A-350) this morning. Top notch shipping. I'm freaking in love with this guitar! Thank you for your business! Chris Davies, Jefersonton, VA

Joe, The Epiphone (HR) arrived yesterday. I really like the guitar and it will remain in my guitar collection making a beautiful figure among the other archtops.(Gibson ,Benedetto, Ribecke, Guild, Ibanez) Thank you very much, Massmio Bolzoni, Melzo, Italy

Joe, this (Grimes) guitar is exactly what I was hoping it would be. Great size, perfect weight, excellent acoustic sound, excellent electric sound, nice neck. I don’t know how it was just sitting around, but I’m glad it was available for me. Thank you for your discrimination. All best, Christopher Pitney, Calabasas, CA

Hi Joe, I wanted to thank you for all your help and your excellent service in placing my D175 lefty in a new home, from our first e-mail you have been so generous in sharing your knowledge and experience through-out the entire process. Alex Netelenbos , Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Hi Joe, The Elite is great guitar! You described the condition of the guitar perfectly and it arrived safely in large part because of how well it was packed and prepped for shipping. I hope I can purchase another archtop from you again soon. Thanks for your attention to detail and for the perfect buying experience. Greg Utzig , Pt. Washington, NY
Archtop and other collectible guitars change loving hands amidst a small segment of humanity. The exposure obtained through Archtop.com is a real ‘value-add.’ I’ve sold two through the site and both times, certainly got a better outcome than I ever would ‘locally.’ Thanks Joe! Mark Gregory, Valencia, CA

I have sold and bought several guitars through Joe over the years. He’s always a pleasure to work with and, this is the place to get the best price on a sale because of his reputation for moving quality instruments! Recommend him highly! Vince McKnight, Washington, DC
Hi Joe, I am happy to report that the (S-400) arrived safely. I gave it 6 hours out of the shipping box to acclimate then took it out of it’s case. It’s gorgeous for sure and in excellent shape. Certainly in great condition for a 30 year old guitar. I positioned and setup the bridge per your instructions. It sounds wonderful plugged in or just acoustically, and the neck is fine. I will get my guitar tech to do a setup with my strings and preferences, but out of the box it’s a winner for sure. Thanks for making this available! Steve Austin, Elk Grove, CA

Hey Joe -Here's the review (of the 1998 L-5CES and archtop.com). Enjoy! Yours, David Boles, BolesBlues.com

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