Category: Sold

Bogner 45 with Footswitch (and power cord….or chord as the illiterate say).  VG++ COndition with some nicks and a little dust but not abused.  This was owned by a celeb but I am not authorized to release their name….someone who is known for their sustaining tone and clear articulate dramatic playing.  That’s all I can say….and I believe in trust so I won’t say…except to sayt that I won’t because I can’t……ok you get it…

I love this Bogner because it does just what the celeb wanted…sustains.  I have had a lot of Bogners and sometimes stereotype them as gain amps.  This amp work me up because I realize that one can dial in this big clean that we all seek in other platforms.  Notes just seem to fill in behind you.  VERY unique and impressive especially at this price point.

2016 Chris Forshage hand created “Galaxy”.  1 Piece Alder Body with a 1-Piece Indian Rosewood Neck!  Lollar Gold Foil pickup in the neck position that is open sounding and warm.  A Lollar Special T brings it’s clean-to-grit into the bridge position.  A unique design and beautiful red finish make this stand out in a crowd.

Compount 12-14″ Radius and a nice familiar C neck profile.  Tall Narrow frets and a 1-11/16″ nut width make this a player’s instrument.

The only issue with this piece is there are 2 very tiny finish nicks that came from the factory with the guitar.   To my way of thinking this is the sign of a hand crafted piece…beautiful in it’s perfection and slightest of imperfections.

See the rest of the specs in the attached sheet

2005 first generation Detemple S-style hand crafted with a substantial V-profile neck and Ash body.  The early DTs are coveted as being collector pieces since they represent the epitome of a one man operation (at the time) & the start of a iconic boutique brand.  This strat has a comfortable mid-7lb weight and beautiful flame maple neck.  7.25″ Radius and 1-11/16″ width.

This DT was originally an orangish burst (maybe 5 years ago) that became weather checked in transit.  I contacted Mr D and paid for him to refinish this and it’s twin Tele (also for sale) in rare Zsa Zsa black.  Mike’s black includes a hand mixed combination of lamp black and secret sauces (LOL)…but it’s NOT from some store purchased can.  It is a significant upcharge because of the trouble getting it right.  My personal favorite of all his colors because it is simple and beautiful while not being Krylon perfect.

Tonally this is one of those ‘sweet spot’ DTs that has full bottom end, a nice mid presence and clear highs.  They all sound different.  I stock and have sold a lot so let me help you determine if this (or any of mine) are right for YOU.

Additional specs/condition available in the pictures…please take a peek!

Here is a rare opportunity to acquire a fantastic piece!  This 2008 D’Pergo LTD Bakersfield is just 6lb-8oz!  It is LOADED with upgrades that are all listed on the attached Spec/Condition sheet. It features the original hardshell form fit case & comes with the original paperwork.

Lake Recovered Chambered Ash Body with a 1-piece quartersawn Certified Old Growth Maple neck.  .91 offset vintage neck profile.  Med/Wide frets.  Hand wound de-gauss Alnico V Low Output 50s Aged neck pickup.  Hand wound aged low output Alnico III Plain Enamal 50s Bridge pickup.

The combination of woods and electronics creates a uniquely touch sensitive instrument that you can really dig into.  As with all D’Pergos the quality is simply second to none.  You will feel you are in a Rolls Royce…hand made yet perfect…an incomparable combination.

I’ve sold 4 dozen D’Pergos and that likely makes me an expert.  Let me help you select the right one for you.  AND as with many folks you may be considering either a D’Pergo OR a DeTemple…you’re in luck beause I’ve sold as many of those too.  Let me help you make order of the information chaos…..or you can just buy one from some dude who calls you Bro.

What we have here is a failure to ..oh..sorry…actually an Excellent Conndition Collings 360 weighing just 6lb-14oz.  This carved top mahogany body/neck beauty features Lollar mini-hum pickups.  Excellent condition with just a touch of this and that.  The Ameritage case comes with the instrument as does the unsigned Warranty Card.

See the Spec/Condition sheet for all the little details you desire…proactively provided in 1D.

Suhr Scott Henderson Strat in amazing condition with original hard case blah blah.  This guitar comes with a humbucker installed professional (aftermarket) but the original single coil and guard are included in the case!…Bonus dude!   See all the Specs on the attached sheet….

2010 F-headstock logo GVCG Tele w Tag & Original Case.  Painstakingly aged in a realistic way that made GVCG the go-to brand while they were being produced regularly.   The guitar feels and even sounds old…nothing is a greater disappointment than picking up a relic that sounds stiff and reflective and new….it’s like those jelly beans that taste of old socks…my kids eat them…..ok now…but this guitar literally has that slightly old magnet tone that will make a vintage lover finally relax and take a new guitar out to play.   See all the specs & detailed condition in the attached sheet.

Hand crafted Patrick Eggle guitar with an incredible back story.  Ok so I consider Andy Marshall (Founder of THD Amps) a friend…an ear I trust…an eye for quality…and experience that I draw from regularly (plus he’s a great person).  Ok enough sucking up…on with it…so Andy reluctantly parted with this guitar that he acquired brand new.  As Andy tells me…he was searching for a PRS Santana and nothing was resonating (get the joke…ok) …after trying endless PRS guitars Andy spotted this Patrick Eggle.  Well…Mr Marshall was so impressed with this instrument that he grabbed it and it’s been in his collection since…

A great story…until you turn the page…and Andy tells me he loved this guitar because you could hear it clearly…Andy felt it was THE guitar that most accurately translated an amp’s tone. Ok …so the cool thing about this guitar is that it was THE guitar that Andy HIMSELF used to voice his amps.  If you like THD products then THIS is the guitar you need to hear it as Andy himself intended (I think I just talked myself into raising the price).   The guitar was actually featured in an advertisement that told this very same story.

So…before you go ‘yeah whatever’ ask yourself if a guy who could get whatever he wanted…..yet created a world respected brand….would have been as successful wtihout this tool ….ok maybe that’s a stretch (so I knocked the price back down).

Recent Magneto Velvet in Excellent nonsmoking condition with origianl hard form fit case.  My regular fans know I specialize in the highest quality guitars…and often used/clean so that they are attainable.  THIS guitar rivals my faves and it’s a steal in the upper $2ks used.  It is full of features that schooled buyers seek….such as a 1 piece mahogany body.  Gotoh 18:1 Tuners.  Nitro finish.  CTS Taper Pots.  Lollar Imperial Pickups.    It is a desirable 8lb-13oz in weight.  The guitar comes with an extra pickguard in chrome so you can change your look.   See all the specs/condition in the attached sheet.

Check out this demo and see for yourself why this guitar can kick the ass of so many costing many times the price…..

Harden Switchblade in Excellent Nonsmoking Condition.  Lots of players are opting for old amps because they want that warm tone….ahhh I think the problem often is your guitar not your amp guys…Harden has found a way to make a new guitar sound old while modernizing the flaws found in that mushy old tone/playability.  Bill Harden invested countless years crafting a unique pickup that isn’t just another variation of a humbucker or single.  Bill’s approach has yielded warmth and sustain that gets his new guitars to sound like the tone you miss from your yout (or is that yute).

This unique Harden is full of modern specs that make playability a joy vs. those clumsy & tonally ‘all over the map’ vintage pieces.  See the attached Spec/Condition sheet for further info.  Trades?….SURE let’s talk if you have clean guitars.  I’m happy to work with you.

Harden Engineering is making some very vibey products…I’m happy that 4 pre-owned Hardens found their way to me at once. Why?….you ask…because I have a chance to test out their consistency and playability in real time.  My findings?….these guitars are consistently warm and full tonally…they remind me of old Gibson 330s with that warm bottom end.  They highs are very smooth and retain their clarity/cut.   Construction is enviable….so often guitars are made to photograph well (but up close you cringe at what you find)…not so with a Harden.

Value?…well consider these are priced where many of the mainstream boutique guitars are being sold (the ’boutique guitars’ that have 200+ for sale new on eBay)….consider these are hand made….consider they are not visual knockoffs or partscasters….consider they have a tone that sounds old fashioned and broken in (not stiff and reflective).   NOW consider you can find a variety of clean ones USED at a discount….see my point?….still don’t get it?…OH you have a trade?…no worries…I won’t duck your call like the guy who sold it to you.

Rare PROTOTYPE La Estrella F-Series.  This hand crafted strat-killer features Lollar Pickups, a Spanish Cedar Body and a bolt on Maple neck.  The pickups and 25.5″ Fender scale give this instrument that snap and quack you look for in a strat.  The craftsmanship and unique aestethics give you that edgy look you have been searching for.

This guitar, like almost all of our gear, is nonsmoking and in Excellent Condition.  It comes with its original hardshell case.  The La Estrella weighs in at just 7lb-8oz making it perfect for gigging if that’s your angle.   The fact that it’s a prototype, and sold used (at a steep discount vs. new) should give you a sense that your investment will be protected down the road should you ever desire to move on….and with me here to facilitate your trades it is a daily temptation.