1946 Epiphone Triumph Sunburst: It has become widely known that vintage Epiphone models have been and continue to be very highly regarded and popular among players around the world. They have a distinct "bark" to their sound that is unparalleled. Of all the models produced by the original Epiphone factory, the Triumph is still the stand out as the model offers top-notch tone and workmanship at a price the every day working player can afford. In today's vintage archtop market this still holds true. This triumph from 1946 features a 17 3/8" wide body with spruce top and maple back and sides, maple neck with bound rosewood fingerboard and soft "V" shape, adjustable rosewood bridge, nickel trapeze tailpiece and original Epiphone Epsilon tuning machines. As is expected, this was someone's longtime trusted workhorse and shows a good amount of thumb wear on the back of the neck, a repaired top crack and back center seam and a neck reset. Of course we all know that it's the ones that show these very typical signs of age that offer superb tone and playability with a full, robust tone with loads of volume and projection, something that can only be produced by aged tone woods that have had music resonating through them for decades. With original hard case. Buffalo Bros price: $2450 Stock #UGB32581. photo
2007 Gibson ES-137 Custom Light Burst: Based on the ES-137 Classic, the Gibson ES-137 Custom Electric Guitar is the first Gibson archtop model that employs a mahogany center block to reduce feedback while adding sustain. Other features are all Gibson deluxe including laminated curly maple body, binding on top and back, bound ebony fingerboard, bound peghead, gold hardware, split-diamond overlay headstock, pearloid split-diamond fingerboard inlays, 6-way Varitone switch that filters tone from fat to thin, and '57 Classic pickups. The magnets and 42-gauge enamel-coated wire are from the original suppliers and the pickups are built by Gibson on the original machinery. The Gibson ES-137 Custom is an extremely versatile instrument that goes from fat and warm to biting and aggressive and is well suited to many styles of playing. With original hard shell case. Buffalo Bros price: $2500 Stock #UGB31666. photo
JUST IN!! 1955 Gibson ES-175 Sunburst: Since the introduction of the model in 1949, The Gibson ES-175 has been and continues to be one of the most popular electric jazz hollowbody guitars in history. Favored by legendary players such as Jim Hall, Herb Ellis and Joe Pass, this early example from 1955 sports the now classic features of 16" lower bout, Florentine cutaway to allow for access to the upper register, mahogany neck with bound rosewood fingerboard and split parallelogram pearl inlay and single P-90 pickup. The original frets do show a little bit of wear in the lower register, but the guitar still plays excellent with no problems all the way up the neck. While we're talking about the neck, the profile is a full "C" shape that's comfortably round but not too chunky or club-like. At some point the original bridge and tailpiece were replaced with a Bigsby vibrato and aluminum tailpiece. Most importantly is the sound of this wonderful archtop; fat, warm and lush with just the right amount of attack and clarity, exactly what we've come to know and love about this era of instrument. Classic look, feel and of course sound, there's no substitute for a nice vintage Gibson ES-175. With hard shell case. Buffalo Bros price: $5500 Stock #UGB34799. photo
1953 Gibson ES-295: What do you get when you cross a Les Paul with an ES-175? A gold topped ES-295 of course! The ES-295 is a highly desirable early 50s double pickup arch top that is perhaps the best choice for players who want to crossover from Jazz to rock and back again. This example is in fine condition and was refinished with the gold color of the original. The instrument was re-done so long ago that it is now covered in lacquer checking, or as some have called it, the "stained glass" effect. The tone is just as wonderful as always, and it's priced as a player, not a $9000-$10,000 museum piece. With hard case. $3500 Stock#UGC33012 photo
1936 Gibson L-7 Sunburst ~~ X-Braced ~~: Man, oh man are we excited to have acquired this beauty. The Gibson L-7 is most certainly one of the most popular of all the archtop models produced. Constructed with many of the same specs as the flagship L-5, this Gibson L-7 features the "advanced" body size with 17" lower bout, solid carved spruce top with solid maple back and sides, unbound f-holes, mahogany neck and adjustable rosewood bridge. This example was most likely sent back to the factory for servicing as it has had the fingerboard upgraded with split-parallelogram pearl inlay, Kluson Deluxe tuners and nickel tailpiece with "raised diamond" motif. The pickguard is a very high quality reproduction replacement. What's most exciting about this example is that it features the highly desireable x-bracing, a feature seldom found these days on the L-7, giving the guitar an enhanced bass response with added sustain. The tone is lush, warm and inviting. The neck profile is comfortably slim for this time period with a graceful "C" shape that's a pleasure to play. With original hard shell case. Buffalo Bros price: $3450 Stock #UGB30942. photo
1941 Gibson L-37 w/Charlie Christian Pickup Sunburst: Here's a great little find! A player wanting a Charlie Christian sound from smaller body arch top has restored a nice Gibson L-37 from 1941 and had a custom CC-style pickup installed, probably made by Jason Lollar. The end result is a beautiful jazz guitar that's similar to an ES-100, 14 3/4" lower bout, solid spruce top, maple back and sides, mahogany neck with pronounced "V" shape. In a word, this baby simply sounds phenomenal! Charlie Christian type pickups have a clarity and response that cannot be found anywhere else and this killer little L-37 conversion has it all...and then some! With hard shell case. Buffalo Bros price: $3500 Stock #UGB33312. photo
1942 Gibson L-37 Black: The L-37 with its smaller body and flat back is as comfortable as a parlor guitar. But that's where the similarity stops. The L-37, which originally sold for $37 and was intended as a student archtop, nevertheless has an extremely sweet tone, excellent projection and focus, as well as a traditional feel to the V shaped neck. This example is in very fine condition with only one repaired teeny, tiny typical crack from the top of the bass side f hole and extending no more than an inch Northward. The guitar is comfortable to play as well as to hold and is a true delight to the devotees of Mr. Charlie Christian. With chipboard case. $2000 Stock#UGB34196 PHOTO
1992 Gibson L-5 Florentine Custom: If you're going to come and see this guitar in person, bring your sunglasses. This over-the-top decorated Gibson Custom Shop L-5 is based on the highly decorated Florentine model Gibson banjo of the '30s. The guitar itself was hand crafted by Custom Shop luthier Jim Triggs who turned it over to Greg Rich for the ultimate appointments when both were working at Gibson in the early '90s. The guitar is based on the L-5 with a Venetian cutaway, and two gold plated humbucking pickups. The peghead of the guitar is pearloid with a butterfly of small rhinestones, and border of gold sparkle. The fretboard is also pearloid and the pattern is a replica of the original Florentine fret markers that features scenes of Florence, Italy. The pickguard features the cityscape of Florence as well. From the tip of the peghead with its Gibson script logo in rhinestones to the gold plated, engraved tailpiece, this is a one of a kind treasure that will be the crowning jewel of any collection. With hard case. $25,000 Stock#UGC34581 photo
Used Cort Larry Coryell Signature model: This big 17" archtop has a lot going for it. Not just the 17" cutaway body, or the super comfortable neck, but also the Seymour Duncan designed uncovered humbuckers. A whole lot of versatile tone issues forth from this jazz box that can rock too. The last and best feature is the great price. With gig bag. $600 Stock#UGB34550 photo
Used! Eastman AR880CE John Pisano Model Sunburst: World renowned jazz guitarist John Pisano personally designed his signature model Eastman archtop guitar from top to bottom. Working closely with Eastman craftsmen, John included all of the features and performance he ever wanted in a guitar. John also collaborated with noted pickup designer Kent Armstrong to create a custom humbucking pickup that captures the complete tonal spectrum of John’s creation. The result is a magnificent instrument that sounds as glorious plugged in as it does acoustically. This example features a solid carved spruce top with solid maple back and sides, 3-piece maple neck, ebony fingerboard and apppointments. With hard shell case. Buffalo Bros price: $2050 Stock #UGC34680.
Used! Graceland ES-175 Copy Blonde: Here we have a great offering for an affordable hollowbody archtop jazz guitar. Finished beautifully in blonde, single cutaway 16" maple body, maple neck with bound rosewood fingeboard and split parallelogram inlay, a pair of humbucking pickups...and as it says right there on the headstock, Built In Soul! If you're a student looking for an affordable jazz box or a working player who needs something for day-to-day work this Graceland ES-175 style guitar is a great choice! With gig bag. Buffalo Bros price: $500 Stock #UGB34739.
'50s Harmony Monterey H950 Sunburst: Super cool budget model Harmony Monterey H950 archtop acoustic with killer "flame" airbrush finish. Hip vintage vibe! Buffalo Bros price: $200 Stock #UGB34546. photo
JUST IN!! Late-'50s Kay K672 Swingmaster Sunburst: Get ready for one super cool, super swingin' little archtop hollowbody! This is a model K672 Kay Swingmaster from the late-'50s, 15" wide and 2" deep body with rounded cutaway, double-bound with checkerboard purfling in the top, slim "C" shape neck with rosewood fingerboard and block inlay, adjustable rosewood bridge and trapeze tail piece. The piece de resistance is the pair of "kleenex box" single-coil pickups. These don't have a super high output, but they are just loaded to the brim with tone and attitude. You simply cannot get this sound out of any other guitar! The Kay Swingmaster models have long been popular for their tone and affordability in the vintage market, but they don't come along very often so act fast!!! With hard shell case. Buffalo Bros price: $1000 Stock #UGB34674. photo
1932 S.S. Stewart Model 6008 Archtop Sunburst: If you've been wanting to delve into the world of vintage archtops but can't afford the big name flagship models then this could be the one for you. This is an S.S. Stewart Model 6008 16" archtop and features a spruce top with maple back and sides. The neck is a big, fat "V" shape that's typical of guitars of this era. Other features include rosewood fingerboard and adjustable bridge, trapeze tailpiece and 3-on-a-side tuners. Tons of vibe and a nice tone all at a price that's quite affordable indeed. Buffalo Bros price: $950Stock #UGB33935. photo
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