Acoustic Guitars
SoldSanta Cruz OM Brazilian
OLD GROWTH ADI TOP TIER 1 BRAZILIAN ROSEWOOD Adirondack Spruce braces Koa body, neck and peghead binding Abalone top purfle and rosette 42 style fingerboard inlays Flame Mahogany neck Custom Neck Profile set up with light action for fingerstyle Total list price: $32,286 sell: $28,999
Sold2024 Santa Cruz OM/PW Pre War - 1 13/16" Wide Nut!
OM Pre-War model is the perfect guitar for finger-style or pick playing! Its custom 1 13/16" width nut, 2 5/16" bridge spacing and 25.375” scale length make it super-comfortable guitar to play with lots of room for chording. Once you pick it up, you won’t want to put this beauty back down again! Indian Rosewood lends this guitar a big, round, warm tone while the responsive Old Growth Sitka Spruce top gives it clarity and a wide dynamic range. Advanced X and scalloped Adirondack Spruce top bracing attached with hot hide glue add to this guitar's complex traditional tone with warm low end.
Sold2019 Lowden S-25J
This used guitar is in near perfect condition with little or no signs of play on it. Designed so that it would feel very comfortable for classical and steel string players alike. The neck has enough width to facilitate the nylon strings but at the same time the cambered fingerboard allows for a wide variety of playing styles. The Lowden Jazz is fitted with an board pickup as standard. The soundbox is voiced for a really great acoustic response, and at the same time stiff enough to prevent the whole guitar from overreacting when played loud through a sound system. With hard shell case.
Sold2021 Santa Cruz VJ
This classic round-shouldered dreadnought is infused with characteristic Santa Cruz volume, balance and complexity. It drips with the kind of deep, rich bass and sweet trebles that you can usually only find on an old guitar thanks to it's Old Growth Mahogany body and Old Growth Adirondack Spruce top. It also has Adirondack bracing attached with hot hide glue. The 1 11/16” width nut and 25.375” scale length feel just right too! This is one wow of a guitar with classic, top shelf tone! This guitar and its case are in excellent condition. It comes with its hard shell case.
SoldPreston Thompson SL-CMA
Adirondack Spruce and genuine Cuban Mahogany give this Thompson Slope D the sound that you crave. This hand-built, hand-voiced instrument delivers the outstanding craftsmanship, design and tone that Thompson Guitars have become renowned for. W/ hard shell case.
Sold2010 Martin 000-28 VS Custom Shop
This beautiful Custom Shop OOO 12-fret is in excellent condition with moderate signs of playing but no dings, dents or issues. The action is nice and low and the sound is as sweet as a Martin can be!
SoldTaylor 114ce Left Handed
With exceptional playability, rich tone and all the features a player needs for everyday musical applications, the Taylor 114ce acoustic-electric guitar offers a great value for players of all skill levels. A top of solid torrefied spruce generates a clear, balanced midrange voice with plenty of projection for all purposes, whether you're practicing at home or playing shows with other musicians. Our special roasting recipe adds a touch of warmth and sweetness that you'd expect from a more mature, played-in guitar, while a tone-boosting interior bracing design dials up the response with louder volume, longer sustain and greater low-end presence. And with the slender Taylor neck profile, you're ensured easy, relaxed fretting no matter your playing style. It all adds up to a versatile experience with wide-ranging musical utility, whether it's your first guitar or the latest addition to your collection.
SoldSanta Cruz OO
Words can't do justice to this easy picking OO with a low profile neck carve! Its Cocobolo body, Fort Ross 'Chapel' Redwood top w/faded edge burst andAdirondack braces attached with hot hide glue all add up to one of the warmest, inviting little guitars that you can imagine! With a hard shell case.
Sold2017 BSG 00027F Indian Rosewood & European Spruce
Here we have a unique (maybe the only one for sale in the USA) BSG 00027F guitar hand crafted in Czechoslovakia. If you are in the market for a reasonably priced, hand build 000 size guitar this one should be seriously considered. It has a lovely balanced tone with the European Spruce lending a nice brightness and articulation. The 12-fret to body construction and smaller body makes this guitar super comfortable to play. The neck is a nice round C-neck, not to slim and also not too chunky, just right. The nut is 1 3/4" and precision tuning is a breeze with the high end 510 Gotoh tuners. The appointments on this guitar are beautiful and tasteful. This guitar is completely bound in wood, from the body to the neck to the headstock which is a deluxe feature of any guitar. There is a tastefully done Abalone rosette on this guitar to lend some bling, without going over the top. To tie it all together they utilized Ebony for the head veneer, bridge pins, bridge and fingerboard. This guitar is in excellent to mint condition with no visible dings or dents, little to no fret wear. Comes with an ornate hard shell case. In the words of Tomy Emanuel, " I played 2 BSG guitars in Poland recently and must compliment them on their great work, both guitars were extremely well made, beautifully finished, and sounded big, rich and sweet, with a lot of volume for a small bodied guitar... I enjoyed playing both guitars, and wish BSG a lot of success in the business" And in the words of the luthier (Jan Stovicek) who built this guitar, "We strive for perfection when crafting our guitars, Even though absolute perfection is only in God's hands, We are getting closer with every guitar we build."
SoldTaylor 414ce
With its versatile Grand Auditorium body shape and classic tonewood pairing, the 414ce is all set to perform in a wide range of musical applications. Rosewood back and sides matched with a Sitka spruce top serve up warm lows, pristine highs and a slightly scooped midrange, yielding a dynamic tonal character; combined with our tone-enhancing V-Class bracing, this model is ideal for working musicians in virtually any style. A striking sunburst top finish and new Finial fretboard inlays ensure the 414ce looks great wherever you take it, and with built-in ES2 electronics and the included hardshell case, you're ready for any musical scenario.
SoldTaylor Builder's Edition K24ce
Crafted to deliver the ultimate playing experience, the Builder's Edition K24ce blends a refined, ergonomic playing experience with premium tonewoods and a textured, vibrant acoustic sound. Solid Hawaiian koa forms the back, sides and top of this Grand Auditorium acoustic-electric, generating a bold, articulate midrange with splashy refined trebles and warmth in the low end. Koa is also famous for its aging properties, and will open up over time and play with greater depth and sweetness. V-Class bracing enhances the response with greater volume and longer sustain. A bevy of comfort features includes an armrest, beveled cutaway, and chamfered body and fretboard edges, and the Silent Satin finish helps reduce incidental noise for recording situations.
SoldTaylor 722ce
Players have always appreciated Hawaiian koa’s rich tonal character and beautiful aesthetics, and our new 722ce adds to that heritage with Select-grade koa back, sides and top. Together with V-Class bracing, the Grand Concert body shape and a thin matte finish that preserves optimal resonance, this model yields a bold, sprightly attack with a vibrant midrange response, pristine trebles and a warm low end that grows richer with time and play. This new model looks as striking as it sounds with koa’s natural color variegation highlighted by rosewood binding, a paua shell rosette, a dark-stained maple pickguard and new Fountain inlays in mother-of-pearl. The 722ce ships with the built-in ES2 pickup and a deluxe hardshell guitar case.
SoldTaylor Builder's Edition 814ce
The 814ce has long been considered Taylor's flagship acoustic-electric guitar thanks to its mix of lush tone, playing comfort and all-purpose musical appeal. Here, we're thrilled to present the next evolution of this classic model: the Builder's Edition 814ce. For this version, we've kept the solid Indian rosewood back and sides and paired them with a four-piece Adirondack spruce top, a combo that yields an enticing blend of low-end warmth, treble-range clarity and remarkable power, with our V-Class bracing inside to draw out more of the blooming overtones and rich sustain that players love. A handful of comfort-focused enhancements, such as a beveled armrest and cutaway and a subtle body taper, elevate the relaxed, accommodating feel of the Grand Auditorium body, while a striking full-body gloss finish and Kona burst for the back and sides raise this model's visual profile. Whether you're looking for an all-purpose musical workhorse or an heirloom-quality guitar to augment your collection, the Builder's Edition 814ce makes a compelling case as the most quintessentially "Taylor" guitar we've ever built.
SoldBourgeois 00C - Custom Cutaway
This is a OO to love for the ages. It features an Aged Tone Bearclaw Figured Sitka Spruce top and and highly figured walnut for fantastic tone and appearance. Its 1 23/32" nut width, short scale and cutaway make playing it a breeze. A 1930'2 style rosette, Ivoroid purling and Schaller Vintage Bean tuners complete the elegant look of this beauty. It comes with a hard shell case.
Sold2020 Santa Cruz OM Custom Brazilian
If you're looking for the best at a killer price, you've found it and you should grab it! A set of Brazilian Rosewood of this high quality is getting harder to find and more expensive every day! This OM features a 1 3/4" nut and plays like a dream. The combination of premium tonewoods and master craftsmanship lend this guitar the kind of tonal complexity that make it an inspiration to play. It is in excellent +++ condition with only light signs of play. We are the original sellers of this one-owner, well cared for guitar and it represents a great value for such rare tonewoods! Here are some of the features that make this custom guitar so extraordinary: Premium Brazilian Rosewood, Carpathian Spruce top, Adirondack bracing with hot hide glue, Brazilian body, neck and peghead binding, Brazilian rosette, S29 top border, Diamond and squares short pattern fingerboard inlay. Its premium Ameritage case is included.
SoldTaylor Academy 12-N Sitka and Walnut
Ideal both for beginner players or experienced guitarists seeking an affordable nylon-string guitar to add to the toolkit, the Academy 12-N generates a rich, snappy acoustic tone with the classical-hued flavor that only comes with nylon strings. It's made with a solid torrefied spruce top for power, projection and articulation, with our special roasting process adding a dash mature, aged-in warmth. This compact Grand Concert model offers a seamless feel thanks to its player-friendly dimensions, built-in armrest and slender Taylor neck, which features a 1-7/8" nut width that provides ample spacing for fingerstyle arrangements but maintains a relaxed feel for fretting. The acoustic-only Academy 12-N ships with a soft-sided gig bag for transportation.
SoldBourgeois OM / The Championship | AT Adi & Mahogany
This Champ is one killer Mahogany OM! It features an Aged Tone Adi top, Aged tone finish and bracing, Animal Protein glue, Mahogany back and sides and a 1 3/4” nut for easy playing. Bourgeois' hand-voicing technique makes this guitar sound robust and balanced. It comes with its hard shell case.
Sold2012 Flammang OM 60
This is one fantastic OM from the builder preferred by Jorma Kaukonen , Larry Campbell and other great pickers, David Flammang of Green, Iowa. The tone on this OM is rich, full dnd brilliant like you would expect from a master built, master grade instrument. It shows light signs of play but both it and its case are in excellent condition. This is one really special guitar!
Sold2019 Santa Cruz OO Eric Skye
This Eric Skye spec'd OO model is the perfect fingerpicking guitar with a 1 13/16” width nut, 24.9” scale length and 2 1/4” string spacing. The tone is hard to beat thanks to an Adirondack Spruce top, Adi bracing attached with hot hide glue and a gorgeous set of Cocobolo back and sides. This guitar is excellent condition.
Sold2022 Santa Cruz OM Model - 'The Tree' Mahogany with Blue Paua
This custom guitar has it all! As the original seller of this instrument we pulled out all the stops to select the best sets of tonewoods available and then to complete the instrument with appointments to complement the rare woods. We picked the most striking set of “The Tree” Mahogany Body available and matched it with an Old Growth Adirondack Spruce Top and Advanced X Adirondack braces attached with hot hide glue. Other custom appointments include a thin black back strip, Mahogany binding on the body, a Blue Paua Rosette Inlay, Blue Paua Top Border Inlay, Black fingerboard and peghead binding, Blue Paua Fingerboard and Peghead Binding and Script logo in Mother of Pearl. Was $22,215, with Hard Shell Case. This guitar and its case are in excellent condition.
Sold2013 National Reso-Phonic Tricone
We love the M-1, it’s the Tri-Cone resonator guitar with a big, warm wood tone, plenty loud if you want it to be but with no harshness. Featuring vintage Tri-Cone styling, the M-1 is constructed of laminated mahogany with a solid mahogany body for rich wood tone. This guitar is great for the blues but it works great for all kinds of Americana styles. This one is in excellent condition and comes with its original hard shell case in excellent shape too.
SoldBourgeois D Vintage Professional Series
Here is an elegant Professional Series D Vintage featuring an Aged Tone Sitka Spruce top, East Indian Rosewood and a Full Professional Series Aged Tone Package including Aged Tone Adirondack Spruce bracing for a tone that is hard to beat. The 1 23/32" width nut and long scale makes the guitar play fast and responsively. Some appointments include Vintage herringbone purfling, Ivoroid binding and Schaller Vintage Bean tuners. The Professional series is completely American made but built for a more affordable price point for pro musicians. This guitar is perfectly voiced and is a winner for sure! It comes with a deluxe hard shell case.
SoldSanta Cruz OO - Wide Nut!
This is the perfect easy-playing fingerstyle 00! East Indian Rosewood, a Sitka Spruce top and Adirondack Spruce bracing combine with a 12 fret neck to yield a present, balanced tone. The 1 13/16” nut width and short scale neck give you comfortable fingering, even on hard to reach chords! With a hard shell case.
Acoustic Guitars for Sale at Northern Lights Music - Best Quality Brands
Discover top-notch boutique acoustic guitars at Northern Lights Music, featuring sought-after brands such as Santa Cruz Guitars, Bourgeois Guitars, and Collings Guitars. Whether you're searching for a brilliant Brazilian OM or a warm mahogany dreadnought, we have the perfect guitar for you. Can't find what you're looking for in our inventory? Our featured brands are custom shops that can build a guitar to match your imagination and budget. Looking for an affordable option or just starting out? We also offer high-quality, budget-friendly acoustic and electric guitars from Taylor Guitars, Seagull Guitars, and Yamaha Acoustic Guitars.
What is an Acoustic Guitar and its Characteristics
An acoustic guitar is a type of stringed instrument that uses a hollow body and a soundboard to produce sound, instead of relying on electronic amplification. The soundboard is usually made of wood, and the body can be crafted from wood or synthetic materials. Steel strings are typically used, but acoustic guitars can also be strung with nylon or other types of strings. Acoustic guitars can be played with a pick or fingers and are popular in various music genres, including folk, country, blues, and classical.
Reasons to Choose an Acoustic Guitar
Acoustic guitars have a lot to offer, attracting players for different reasons. The rich and warm sound that an acoustic guitar produces is often described as "full" or "rounded," and is appreciated by many players. The versatility of the instrument allows it to be played in a variety of styles and genres, such as folk, country, blues, and classical. The simplicity of an acoustic guitar is also appealing, as it does not require electronic amplification or other equipment. Furthermore, the portability of acoustic guitars makes them convenient for playing at home, with friends, or on the go.
History of the Acoustic Guitar
The acoustic guitar has a rich and diverse history that stretches back centuries. The modern acoustic guitar is derived from various stringed instruments developed in different parts of the world. The lute, one of the earliest known stringed instruments, was developed in ancient Egypt and was popular in Europe during the Middle Ages. The lute was a pear-shaped instrument with a long neck and a hollow body and was used to play melodies and accompaniments.
The guitar as we know it today is believed to have evolved from the lute, and it was first developed in Spain in the 15th century. Early guitars had four courses (pairs) of strings, which were tuned in fourths and were played with the fingers. They were used to play a wide range of music, including folk, popular, and classical. Over time, the guitar has undergone many changes and has been adapted to meet the needs of different musicians and musical styles. Today, the acoustic guitar is a popular instrument used in various music genres, including folk, country, blues, and classical.
Best Guitars for Beginners
There are many great options for beginner acoustic guitars, and the best one for you will depend on your budget, playing style, and preferences. A budget-friendly option for beginners is the Yamaha FG800, known for its excellent sound quality and playability. The Yamaha FG800 has a solid spruce top and mahogany back and sides, which give it a warm and full sound. For those who prefer a North American-made guitar, Taylor is a great step-up option. Try out a few different guitars to find the one that works best for you and your playing style.