Category: Sold

Callaham is a name synonymous with the highest quality modern production parts.  Bill Callaham actually made his name making Guitars & Amps.  Bill’s Guitars are coveted by players and collectors alike (his amps too which are considered the tonal equivalents of Trainwrecks).   At his peak, Bill was backordered 4 years.  Rarely do you find a used Callaham for sale.

This 1-owner nonsmoking piece is exceptional.  It has the flame ‘to die for’ maple neck and a 1-piece Ash body.  It was custom created for a local bass player who only used this at his home.  Just have to say position 2 & 4 on this guitar are probably the BEST I’ve heard.   The custom wound Fralin Pickups (custom made for Callaham) really work perfectly in this instrument.  The neck has a satin finish and the profile is the slightest of V’s which most people will ‘feel’ as a narrow shouldered C.  1-11/16″ Width and 9.5 Radius with Med/Lg Frets.  The instrument comes with its original hard case.  THere are no repairs.

Of note is the ‘blend’ knob that allows you to obtain 7 total combinations. The bridge pickup has a ‘tele’ backplate allowing it to get into that territory.

See all the Specs & a detailed condition overview in the PICTURES.

Versoul Guitars fly off my shelves.  This Raya has a beautiful top end and clarity to the bottom that I have not found in the singlecuts.  Perhaps it is the Alder Body or Maple & Aspen Neck.  Perhaps the custom Versoul Humbuckers are wound slightly differently.  I’m not certain but  this instument has a uniquely beautiful tonal spectrum.

The weight is a perfect 7lb-8oz.  The instrument comes with its original G&G Hardshell Case.  Of course the guitar is from a nonsmoking environment.  The nut is 1.70″ in Width and the board has a 12″ Radius.  Comfortable C profile neck that isn’t too skinny or fat.

You  can see all the rest of the specs and a detailed condition if you check out the pictures included (for my proprietary sheet). 

2014 Strandberg Custom Shop Masvidalien Limited Ed #6 or 16.  And if this weren’t cool enough the pickups have been upgraded to the highly well reviewed Fishman Devin Townsend models.  Near Mint Condition with the Strandberg Padded Case & Cert.

Nonsmoking and clean as a whistle.  You can see all the Specs & Condition in detail if you look at the pictures.  But if you know this guitar then this is a way to save dough on one that most would call mint.

Pretty fantastic Collings I35 Deluxe featuring a BRAZILIAN ROSEWOOD BOARD.  The top on this nonsmoking piece is amazing quilt with a 3D presence.  This piece weighs just 6lb-9oz and comes with the it’s Ameritage Form Fit hard case.  Included is the Certificate of Authenticity & Unsigned Warranty Card.

This instrument is loaded with features.  We discussed the Brazilian Board.  It has CTS 500k pots and Xiccon tone.  The frets are Medium.  1-11/16″ Width with a 12 Radius.  The Medium C neck has NO fret wear.  The pickups are Lollar Low Wind.

Collings electrics are special pieces. They are influenced by Mike Stevens (Founder of the Fender Custom Shop).  These rank amongst the finest crafted production instuments available.  A/B vs a Gibson and you will pick the COllings every time.  You would expect these to cost 2x as much if the production were not as fine tuned.

James Trussart Guitars are just badass.  You get the Arcane pickups.  You get top quality components.  You get freaking cool looks.  They play great.  Used by pros through art collectors.   Prices for new ones have been creeping up and up creating a particularly attractive value in the clean/used market.

Take this custom guitar.  Just 8lb-6oz.  Bigsby B5 Trem.  This is a special edition El Vikingo 003 with aged steelfinish!  Original Hard G&G Case.  Arcane Pickups.  No fretwear.  Just some very light contact marks on the back keep this from being mint.   I also have 004 with a maple board (also for sale…or maybe it went poof already).

I have several of these with various slight differences.  I acquired them from a nonsmoking studio.  You get choices and price.  What’s not to like?…..unless you want to pay full price and get one ‘new’ that was probably knocked around in some store played by every ‘let me try it all day….but my wife will kill me if I buy it so I’ll put it back all sweaty and dinged’ guy.

James Trussart Guitars are just badass.  You get the Arcane pickups.  You get top quality components.  You get freaking cool looks.  They play great.  Used by pros through art collectors.   Prices for new ones have been creeping up and up creating a particularly attractive value in the clean/used market.

Take this custom guitar.  This has an engraving saying El Vikingo 004 indicating it was a special edition.  Just 8lb-7oz.  Bigsby B5 Trem.  Original Hard G&G Case.  Arcane Pickups.  No fretwear.  Just some very light contact marks on the back keep this from being mint.

I have several of these with various slight differences.  I acquired them from a nonsmoking studio.  You get choices and price.  What’s not to like?…..unless you hate resellers because ‘ahhh it’s the man keeping guys down’.

2013 Tom Anderson – Short T Classic w Contours. That’s a mouthful and this guitar is an earful of TONE.  Amazing variety of flavors in a 6lb-9oz contoured comfortable platform.   The satin 1-piece neck feels fast and easy.  The Happy Medium neck profile is comfortable for any sized hands for any period of playing.  The M1 & TV3 pickups (with 5-way and Kickback) give you so many tones.  These guitars are a standard in modern boutique instruments.  Still small enough batches to get unique qualities….large enough to obtain cost reductions needed to achieve a reasonable price point for all.  USED they are STEALS especially withg a little bit of wear like this one.

This guitar is a rare “player eligible” grade instrument.  I’m calling it VG to be conservative.  The guitar is quite clean.  NO fretwear.  Just a tiny ding on the tip of the headstock.  The ‘issues’ are mostly finish related because there are a couple of spots where the finish was chipped.  There are a few dings mostly on the back and edges.  The front has a 2″ line sort of that I can’t photograph that is like a Levi’s Jeans rivet lightly pressed into the surface?   Not through finish just there.  From 5′ away most of this you can’t notice.  Guitar still has the original form fit case.  Nonsmoking.

SEE THE PICTURES FOR A SPEC/CONDITION SHEET WITH ALL THE DETAILS.

If you want Tom Anderson quality at a price of a Fender Custom Shop then this one is for you.

2013 Red Rocket PROTOTYPE Commander!  This one features TV Jones T-Armond Pickups.  The body is chambered mahogany and the guitar weighs in at just 7lb-4oz.  The body has double binding (top & back!).  I love these instruments because each is an artist’s unique vision.  You simply don’t find this level of detail and quality at this price point.  These are sleeper guitars for sure.

See all the SPECS & DETAILED CONDITION in the PICTURES.

As a summary, this nonsmoking guitar comes with it’s G&G Form Fit Hard Case.  The mahogany neck has a 1-11/16″ Width and a 12″ Radius.  The tuners are Kluson Deluxe.  The neck shape is a nice C that is not huge.  There is no fretwear.  The frets are a Med/Lg size.

This piece was THE proto for the Commander lineup!  Grab what you can be sure was the finest work this luthier could produce.

People always ask me for recommendations on world class guitars that won’t break the bank.  THIS, my deciples, is one such instrument.  Hand crafted with both a carved top AND a carved back!  Even the cavity covers are hand crafted wood.  The gold finish is rich and deep.  The headstock overlay is shows the wood grain.  This is not a stamped out piece made to look good.  This is created with top components (See the Spec/Condition sheet in the pictures for all those details).  

The key for this guitar is the tone.  Top level guitars have a beautiful 3D quality to notes.  I like to hear the strings come through as well as the wood. I am not personally a fan of pickups that impart a tone to the guitar.  I can grab a $356 plank for that.  The highs are just wonderful. They have spank and bloom and are not harsh.  Almost sounds to me like I’m playing through an old Fender Amp.   The lower notes are clear and not woofy.  For the money you will get a bolt-on mass produced partscaster OR you can get this handcrafted lovingly sculpted guitar.  You decide.

Wonderful D’Pergo Aged Vintage Classic.  This nonsmoking piece weighs in at typical 7lb-5oz (for these guitars).  The neck is a 1-piece Aged, River Recovered Maple.  The body is a river recovered 1-piece Ash.  The neck profile is a wonderful full (but not huge) C.  The satin finish is the best in the business.

I would classify the fret size as Med/Large.  The radius is 9.5″ and there is no fretwear.  This instrument comes with its original hardshell form fit case.  The serial number is 0240 which places it around 2006/7.  The only wear of note (see the Spec/Condition sheet in pictures for a full overview) is a slight discoloration on the arm rest.  This is likely easily buffed out.  Also the neck shows signs of slight wear on the edges.

The pickups appear to have been changed.  I am not 100% positive on what’s in there but strongly believe them to be Lollars (based upon identifying marks).  I can’t warranty this so if you have concerns I strongly advise you to do your own research prior to purchasing to avoid post-purchase anxiety.  If they are Lollars what I can say is that they sound fantastic.  DeTemple “Sweet Spot” pickups are custom Lollars.  If Lollars are good enough for Detemples then they are certainly good enough for a D’Pergo.

Speaking of the comparison.  I have owned and sold over 40 of each brand (D’Pergo & Detemple).  Each guitar sounds different…both brands have their own tonal vibe.  I am in a unique position to help you select the perfect specimen for YOUR needs.  I maintain a large library of modern & vintage amps that I use to A/B/C guitars to explain to you the subtle nuances before you buy. 

D’Pergos are noted for their EVEN notes and extremely musical bloom.  These guitar are the Bentley of instruments….they are handmade but you can’t believe how perfect they are.  The sustain is haunting.  The evenness of the notes can’t be overstressed.  Nothing harsh. Just smooth smooth smooth while maintaining that classic strat tone.  Each position sounds DIFFERENT and not like a mishmash of tone.  These are considered by many as the cream of the crop.