Acoustic Guitars
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SoldCollings 02H T Sunburst Traditional Baked Sitka Spruce Indian Rosewood
Collings 02H with a sunburst Baked Sitka Spruce top, Indian Rosewood back and sides, the Collings "traditional package," and a Collings hard shell case. From CollingsGuitars.com : " 02H With the exception of the Baby, the 0 is our smallest guitar and is offered with the same shorter scale found on the 12-fret 00. Although measuring only 13.5 inches in width (smaller than a typical classical guitar), the Collings 0 has tone and volume that belies its first impression as being less than full-sized. It can double as a travel guitar or a small OM, performing both roles equally well. The same neck and woods options offered with larger Collings models are available on the 0 as well, giving players an almost infinite range of tonal possibilities." Top Sitka spruce Back & Sides E. Indian rosewood Neck Honduran mahogany Body Binding Ivoroid with herringbone purfling Fingerboard Binding None Peghead Binding None Bridge Ebony belly-style with 2 3/16" spacing Fingerboard Ebony with abalone short diamond & squares Bridge Pins/End Pin Ebony with MOP dot Nut Bone, 1 3/4" Saddle Bone, drop-in Neck Profile Modified V Peghead Profile Tapered square with volute Neck Joint Mortise & tenon hybrid Truss Rod Fully adjustable Frets Medium 18% nickel-silver Peghead Veneer Stained Exotic Ebony with MOP Collings logo Tuners Nickel Waverly (16:1 ratio) Backstrip 2-style (Zipper) Rosette iv/tort/iv & b/w purflings Scale Length 24 7/8" Brace Material Sitka spruce Brace Pattern Pre-war scalloped X-brace Fingerboard Radius 14" - 26" compound Body Finish High gloss nitrocellulose lacquer Neck Finish High gloss polyester resin Pickguard Tortoise Strings D'Addario EJ-16 (.012"- .053") Case Collings Traditional Handcrafted Case
SoldBourgeois OM-Custom European Spruce and Ziricote
This is a gorgeous sounding OM for the guitarist looking for something just a little (but not too) different from plain old Sitka and Rosewood but still want a bright and warm traditional tone. This model features a European Spruce top, Ziricote back and sides, stunning Padauk binding and rosette, and a hard shell case. View the full size photos on Google Drive.
SoldUsed Taylor 412ce-NR Rosewood and Cedar
This mint-condition, used Taylor 412ce-NR features Indian Rosewood back and sides, and a Cedar top, on a Grand Concert body shape. It comes with an under-saddle pickup and preamp, and a hard shell case. The 1 7/8" nut width provides a wonderful transition between traditional nylon string construction and steel string width.
SoldTaylor 614ce Torrefied Sitka Spruce and Maple V-Class Bracing
One of the distinctive traits of maple as a tonewood is its sonic transparency, which makes it wonderfully player-reflective. On this maple/spruce 614ce, a torrefied (specially roasted) Sitka spruce top and our tone-enhancing V-Class bracing take that natural versatility to a whole new level. Whatever the player brings to the guitar comes through—it can be played to sound warm or bright. The roasting process for the top elicits a more played-in tone, and together with the V-Class bracing gives the player a more expressive tool in the form of increased dynamic range, greater projection, longer sustaining notes, and more harmonic agreement with chords up the entire fretboard. The 614ce also stands out as one of the most touch-sensitive models in the entire Taylor acoustic line. Whether you play fingerstyle arrangements or strum in alternate tunings, whatever your preferred musical style, this guitar pays musical dividends on what you put into it. Aesthetic touches include a hand-rubbed Brown Sugar stain that highlights the rich figure of the maple back and sides, along with ebony binding, a paua abalone rosette trimmed with ebony and ivoroid, and our Wings fretboard and peghead inlays in grained ivoroid. The guitar ships with ES2 electronics in a deluxe hardshell case.
SoldSanta Cruz OOO Indian Rosewood Sitka Spruce
The Santa Cruz OOO features Indian Rosewood back and sides, and a Sitka Spruce top. The neck attaches at the 12th fret, it has a 1 3/4" nut width, and it has a 25 3/8" scale length. Here at Northern Lights we are big fans of both OO and OM body shapes, both for their sound and ergonomics. The OOO is right between the OM and OO in terms of size and tone. It comes with an Ameritage hard shell case.
SoldSanta Cruz OO Narrow Neck Indian Rosewood Sitka Spruce
This Santa Cruz OO features Indian Rosewood back and sides, a Sitka Spruce top, and a narrow 1 11/16" nut width. This is the perfect guitar for anyone with smaller hands or someone who is accustomed to the narrower neck width of electric guitars. The OO small and ergonomic, but produces plenty of volume when fingerpicked. It comes with a hard shell case.
SoldBourgeois Generation OM acoustic electric
The Bourgeois Generation OM combines an Aged Tone Sitka Spruce top, Mahogany back and sides, on an Orchestra Model body shape, with an L.R. Baggs Lyric microphone based pickup. This a great instrument for the gigging musician who needs an ergonomic body shape and a pickup. The OM has excellent bass response, and the Baggs Lyric is the perfect pickup to capture the very well balanced Bourgeois OM. It comes with a hard shell case.
SoldBourgeois Generation D acoustic electric
The Bourgeois Generation D features an Aged Tone torrefied Sitka spruce top and Mahogany back and sides, with a 1 23/32" nut width, and a hard shell case. The Generation D is equipped with an L.R. Baggs Lyric pickup, with a microphone under the bridge plate, and a preamp volume control hidden inside the sound hole.
SoldBourgeois D-150 Aged Tone Adirondack Spruce and Brazilian Rosewood
Bourgeois D-150 Aged Tone Adirondack Spruce top, Master Grade Brazilian Rosewood back and sides, 1 23/32" nut width, Abalone Rosette, with a hard shell case.
SoldSanta Cruz OM/PW Pre-War Indian Rosewood Sitka Spruce
We love the OM Pre-War model! The advanced X and scalloped top bracing give this guitar a complex traditional tone with warm low end. It’s 1 ¾” nut width and 25.375” scale length make this a super comfortable guitar to play. Once you pick it up, you won’t want to put this East Indian Rosewood and Sitka beauty back down again!
SoldWolfSong Trey 11610 by Beaumont Chadinha
This spectacular sounding WolfSong Trey 11610 is constructed with Maple back and sides and a Sitka Spruce top and Koa binding by Beaumont Chadinha at his WolfSong shop in Stow, Maine. It has many unique design features, such as the bolt-on neck joint, the styled bridge, headstock, and double-sidewall build. This pre-owned, one-owner guitar is truly original. This great sounding guitar is also a steal of a value for a hand built masterpiece! Specs as described at WolfSongGuitars.com : TREY FINGERSTYLE GUITAR Specifications: Upper bout: 11 Lower bout: 15 Waist: 8 7/8 Depth @ neck block: 3 5/16 Depth @ tail block: 4 Body Length: 19 3/4 Scale Length: 25.4 Nut Width: 1 11/16 Saddle Width: 2 5/16 Features: Sound Port Florentine Cut-away Gotoh 510 tuning machines
SoldNational Reso-Phonic - El Trovador
All Mahogany with a hard shell case. From NationalGuitars.com : Designed in collaboration with Mike Dowling, this single cone guitar is patterned after the famous El Trovador produced from 1932-1933. Similar to its predecessor, our El Trovador guitar features a large, 4" deep body constructed of mahogany. The body is bound in multi-layer celluloid, with a matching purfling border around the coverplate. A wood soundwell houses the resonator. An ebony fretboard is mated to a solid mahogany neck, capped with a rosewood headstock overlay. The El Trovador's deep, unique voice has made it our most popular guitar in recent years.
SoldNational Reso-Phonic Style 1 Tricone Antique Brass
National Style I Tricone Antique Brass Honduran Mahogany Neck Ebony Finger Board 1.82" Nut Width 25 21/32" Scale Length
SoldSanta Cruz D/PW Pre War
Indian Rosewood back and sides, Sitka Spruce top, 1 11/16" nut width, 25.375" scale length, with a hard shell case.
SoldSanta Cruz Vintage Southerner Koa and German Spruce
Koa back and sides, Bear-claw German Spruce top, Adirondack Spruce bracing with Hot Hide Glue, Brazilian Rosewood fingerboard, bridge and body binding, Koa peghead binding, Abalone rosette and top purfling, with a hard shell case. View the full size photos on Google Drive .
SoldBourgeois OM Large Soundhole Aged Tone Adirondack Spruce Madagascar Rosewood
Aged Tone Adirondack Spruce top, Madagascar Rosewood back, sides, and headstock overlay, 1 3/4" nut width, 2 5/16" string spacing, with a hard shell case. Check out the full specification and more great photographs at BourgeoisGuitars.net .
SoldBourgeois OM Style 42 Aged Tone Adirondack Premium Brazilian
This Bourgeois OM Style 42 features an Aged Tone torrified Adirondack Spruce top, Premium Brazilian Rosewood back and sides, and Aged Tone finish. It has a 1 3/4" nut width and a 2 5/16" string spacing at the bridge. The rosette and purfling are done in Abalone, and the fingerboard/bridge are Ebony. The tuners are hand engraved gold Waverlys. It also features Antique Walrus bridge pins with Black Dots, and a "DB Snowflake" fretboard inlay. The combination of Aged Tone Adirondack Spruce on an OM body yield extraordinary sensitivity and projection. View the full size photos on Google Drive .
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.