Current Inventory- archtop.com
This page contains all current inventory in stock. If an instrument is not listed below it has SOLD. Click on instrument name or picture for detailed spec sheet and photos. To place an instrument on HOLD please check our Ordering page for details. No hassle return policy: 100% buyer satisfaction guaranteed. If you're considering selling your guitar we's be delighted to help find your instrument a good new home. Check our Sales page for more details. If you're looking for a particular instrument, email your requests to [email protected], and we'll be happy to notify you on a priority basis of items of interest. For an in-hand description of any instrument, call 206/325-3737, between 10am and 7pm Pacific Time.
Our Recent Correspondents: Joe, Just wanted to pass along a BIG THANK YOU for your excellent help and attention in getting me the Guild X-170 Guitar. The shipment arrived in PERFECT shape and after getting the bridge under the strings and tuning it, I couldn’t put it down… extremely versatile instrument with a ton of tone and color …. And…. It didn’t feedback with my Victoria 15” 35W tube amp….. BRAVO. The guitar is materially better than described and photographed and is literally a 30 year old time capsule !!!!! Now for the next one …. Best regards, Roger De Berardine, Weston, CT
Joe (and Julie) at archrop.com are great! Every instrument he has ever sold for me over the last 13 years has been a very fair and informative process. He runs a really pro operation there to say for sure. Trust him fully with my guitar. Best Regards, Jonathan Parker, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA
I put my beloved Sakashta Guitar on consignment with archtop.com, and Joe was a pleasure to work with. Joe is very knowledgeable on these types of high end instruments, the industry standard for finding high end archtop guitars. ... Highly recommended. -Caio Villela, Setubal, Portugal
I had never purchased a guitar online before, and to say I was reluctant would be an understatement. Joe and the staff at Archtop.com made the process absolutely seamless, friendly, and professional. The 2011 Hopkins Marquis arrived on time and in the exact condition that had been described. I was so happy with the process, (and the guir) that I am considering buying yet another guitar from them as I continue to upgrade my collection. André Bergeron, Minneapolis, MN
Joe, It was a pleasure dealing with you start to finish, thanks so much. It’s ('57 ES-225) a work of sonic art, and I will definitely keep y’all in mind for any future needs. Have a wonderful day, all the best - Josh Hankey, Frederick MD
archtop.com has some great guitars. In fact in the past 10 years, I've been able to find vintage guitars that I just couldn't find anywhere else. The first guitar was a 7 string Foster built by Jimmy Foster. I had the privilege to meet Jimmy when I was studying jazz in New Orleans. To find one of his guitars built years ago in mint condition was amazing. I'm grateful for Joe and his crew in making that possible and making that shipment safe.
The second guitar I just bought was a 6 string Sadowsky. It's an archtop in mint condition. Again, the shipping was so important. Joe and his crew carefully and safely packaged the guitar in its original case, and to avoid porch pirates, we were able to agree upon a UPS store where I could pick the guitar after it arrived and after I got off work. When I got home and started playing it, I was amazed at the tone and quality of the Sadowsky. Since the archtop arrived, I've had a couple of gigs as a trio and then a rehearsal with the big band. This guitar can handle anything. No feedback in a basement with 10 horn players, a full drum kit, keys, and a bassist!! And in the trio, I could adjust the tone control and amp and get a beautiful round tone, inside or outside. This guitar sounds great and it feels great. One other thing about the feel was the black tape strings. I didn't know what kind of strings these were or what gauge. I sent an email to Joe about 2 weeks after the archtop arrived. I think I would be ignored, but I was sent an email and got a response within a business day. I can't express my gratitude enough. This guitar was shipped by great enthusiasts that care about their inventory and their customers. I'm so thankful to Joe Vinikow, Thomas Kitchen, MAT, Washington, DC
Joe, the Epiphone arrived today, safe and sound. Set it up and played it a bit, changed strings and played some more- what a superior instrument! Seems to have more midrange than the ‘49 Triumph I got from you many years ago- I’m sure there some construction differences. Tremendous “bark” and projection… Anyway, can’t wait to try it with our little group this weekend; thank you so much for ANOTHER great guitar! Best regards, Marc McCord, Jamestown, TN
Joe ….. thank you , thank you , thank you so very much for selling my guitar.So great to finally meet someone with such incredible appreciation and knowledge of these articulate instruments ,such a pleasure to business with you . Dean Podlubny, W.Kelowna, BC
Hey Joe -Here's the review (of the 1998 L-5CES and archtop.com). Enjoy! Yours, David Boles, BolesBlues.com
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Just In! c.1984 Fender D'Aquisto Elite, premium model, comfy 16" body, all original, feedback buster, best buy! $2995/$3085
Just In! 2000 PRS Hollowbody II '10 Top', red tiger, highly figured tiger maple body, PAF and piezo electronics, versatile player $4250/$4335
1936 D'Angelico 'Special', rare early model, 17" tiger flame body, fine original condition, private stock! HOLD
c.2012 Abe Rivera Bop Model, all carved 16" body, extra wide nut, rare full depth archtop from fabled builder $6495/$6695
Just In! 1956 Gibson ES-225T, Gibson's first thinline, original P-90, lightweight hollow body, showroom condition $3495/$3605
Just In! 1976 Gibson ES-175TN, rare thinline 175, fully hollow, comfy, lightweight, 1 of 76, gorgeous amber blonde $4495/$4635
Just In! 2010 Benedetto Bambino 'Baby Blue', rare custom color, comfy slimmed depth 14 " body, lightweight, feedback buster HOLD
Just In! 1967 Fender Telecaster, maple cap neck, lightweight ash body, veteran player, all the right stuff $10,995/$11,330
Just In! 1967 Gibson ES-345TDC, original Pat. Sticker pickups, factory Bigsby, easy neck, mono wired, splendid condition $8750/$9015
Just In! 2009 Kevin Ryan Nightingale Grand Soloist, spectacular Brazilian body, Swiss spruce top, abalone trim. breathtaking $15,995/$16,475
Just In! 1999 Heritage Sweet 16, all carved, highly flamed 16" body, floating humbucker, mint w/tags, best buy! $4250/$4375
Just In! 1950 Epiphone Triumph Tenor, extremely rare 17" model, striking birdseye maple body, rich voice, amazing find $3495/$3605
Just In! 1977 Gibson L-5S, top line solid body, flame maple, engraved gold hardware, feedback buster, pristine! $5995/$6175
Just In! 1990 Goodall Concert Jumbo, bearclaw spruce, exotic wood trim, K&K pickup, big voice, top builder $3995/$4115
Just In! 1971 Martin 0-18, half century aged tonewoods, lighweight and comfy, brilliant voice, splendid condition $2750/$2835
Just In! 2020 Schaefer 14, all carved, featherweight 14" thinline body, Armstrong floating PAF, w/warranty, sweetie! $5495/$5665
Just In! 1951 Epiphone Zephyr Emperor Vari-Tone, rare early example, 18 1/2" body, push button controls, brilliant $7495/$7725
Just In! 2014 Gibson ES-359 Black Beauty, rare premium model, compact 14" body with ES-355 styling, extra pickups! $3495/$3605
New Price! 1959 Gibson ES-355TD/SV, first year, twin PAFs, stereo and Varitone, factory Bigsby, 1 of 123, gorgeous $29,950/$30,850
Just In! 1963 ES-330TDC, all original, twin P-90s, lightweight, fully hollow body, easy neck, splendid condition $8495/$8755
Just In! 2003 Darryl Perry Concert Model, Torres style, rosewood body, 65cm scsle, feather light, huge voice, top builder $9250/$9525
New Price! 2020 Patrick James Eggle Macon Special, AAAA spalted maple body, Mojo staple P-90 and PAF, great value! $2995/$3085
New Price! 1950 Epiphone Broadway Regent, very rare cutaway model, all carved, Armstrong floating PAF, ornate inlay, striking $3995/$4115
Just In! 2000 Gibson Kalamazoo Award, rare presentation model, AAAA maple, one owner, Hutchins signed, pristine $12,495/$12,875
Just In! 2012 Collings SJ Koa Custom, breathtaking AAAA Koa body, German spruce top, Baggs pickup, spectacular $6995/$7210
New Price! c.1939 Gibson EM-150 Mandolin, original Charlie Christian blade pickup, all carved, super rare, tweed case! $3495/$3605
Just In! 2004 KInal Mini Voyager, all carved, comfy 14 1/2" body, AAAA maple back, built-in Bartolini pickup, sweetie $4495/$4635
Just In! 1997 Webber Dreadnought, featherweight, spectacular ribbon mahogany body, abalone binding, best buy! $2995/$3085
Just In! 2001 Buscarino Gigmaster, rare 17" gig guitar from top builder, easy neck, feedback buster, best buy! $4495/ $4635
New Price! 2018 Buscarino Cabaret, top nylon string cutaway, figured Blackwood body, Carpathian spruce top, bossa king! $6995/$7210
Just In! 1919 Gibson A-3 Mandolin, ivory finish, rare highly figured maple body, grained ivoroid guard and binding, gorgeous $2995/$3085
Just In! 1967 Gibson L-4CN 'Johnny Smith Custom', carved top, factory JS pickups, all gold hardware, 1 of 10, unique! $5495/$5635
Just In! 2024 Sadowsky Jim Hall, comfy, highly flamed 16" slimmed depth hollow body, built-in PAF, hot gig guitar, mint! $4995/$5145
Just In! c.1998 Guild X-500, 17" flamed maple body, gold hardware, Guild HB-1 PAFs, feedback buster, best buy! $2995/$3085
Just In! 2002 Guild X-180 Park Avenue, very rare model, highly flamed 16" body, Benedetto pickup, compare to ES-175, best buy! $2395/$2470
New Price! 1936 Gibson L-10, rarest prewar 17" Gibson, all carved, X-braced, checkerboard binding, vibrant voice, amazing find $4495/$4635
Off Hold! 2023 Gibson Montana Hummingbird, Heritage Sunburst, featherlight, resonant, Custom Shop classic, showroom condition $3250/$3345
1965 Gibson ES-330TD, twin P-90s, lightweight, fully hollow, sleek neck, warm tone, gleaming condition $5995/$6175
c.1970-5 Gibson ES-335TDW, walnut finish, Pat. Sticker pickups, slim no-volute neck, easy player, sparkling condition $3495/$3605
1951 Epiphone Emperor Regent, massive, all carved 18+" body, AAAA flame maple, all original, spectacular, barks HOLD
c.1930 Epiphone Recording Model 'A', pioneer acoustic cutaway, concert size, banjo pegs, pearloid headstock, rare! HOLD
New Price! 1997 Epiphone Deluxe Regent, one-off Heritage custom, all carved, vintage hardware, clouds and vines, astounding $4995/$5145
New Price! 1939 D'Angelico Style A-1, rare model, highly figured 17" body, superb tone, powerful voice $9,995/$10,295
New Price! c.1957 Vega SE-400, rare top model from famed Boston firm, floating single coil pickup, easy neck, best buy! $1995/$2085
New Price! c.1920s Wissenborn Kona Style 1 Hawaiian Guitar, figured Koa body, featherlight and resonant, rare model, sings! $2250/$2315
2017 Lowden O-23, rare flamed black walnut body, Western red cedar top, Baggs Anthem pickup, rich voice $3495/$3605
New Price! 2023 Stringphonic HRC-01, Howard Roberts tribute, 16" body, full size floating PAF, brand new, best buy! $1995/$2055
Blowout! 1994 Mortoro Volo Libero, unique double cutaway thinline hollow body, floating Armstrong PAF, innovative design $2495/$2570
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The regular credit card and Paypal price is listed in plain type to the RIGHT.
2020 Borys B-420 Special, all carved 16.5" body, flame maple body, vintage DeArmomd pickup, lightweight and resonant HOLD
2013 Gibson ES-175D, classic model, '57 Classic PAFs, deluxe tortoise pickguard, gleaming condition, best buy! HOLD
1965 Gibson Melody Maker, featherlight powerhouse, full 1 11/16" neck, splendid condition, best buy! HOLD
2009 S.Tsuji L-5, all solid tonewoods, chevron flame maple, Revel noiseless P-90 pickup, best buy! HOLD
Coming Soon
Key: On the way = In transit. Price and preview photos not yet available.
Has arrived = Setup and preview photos in progress. Instruments are not priced until setup and photos are complete.
In the shop= Setup or restoration in progress. Ready = Preview photos and pricing are complete and available by email. Send requests to: [email protected]
Want list previews: If you're looking for any particular instrument you don't see here,
please email your requests to [email protected], and we'll be happy to send previews of your want list items before they are posted to the site.
1960 Fender Stratocaster, older natural refin; slab board, original hardware, guard, electronics and Tolex case in the shop
early 50's L-48, sunburst, solid carved spruce top, full depth 16" body, Armstrong Handwound floating pickup, fine player, best buy has arrived
2006 Eastman 804CE, blonde, very rare model, all carved, deeply flamed 16" oval hole cutaway, Armstrong floater, versatile player has arrived
1956 Gibson A-40 Mandolin, blonde, all carved, Sitka spruce top, Honduran mahogany body, rare model, minty! has arrived
1954 Gibson L-7CN, blonde cutaway, very lightweright and resonant, clear open voice, nice full neck, original hang tag! in the shop
c.2000s Schaefer Hamilton Headless, ultra compact Steinberger style travel guitar, twin PAFs, quilted maple body, a flyer has arrived
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Kent Armstrong Handwound Floating Pickups. Handmade in Vermont by Kent himself. Humbucking, single coil, 6 and 7 string: simply the best there is.
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Acoustic Archtop Soundboard pickups. Crisp, accurate acoustic sound, uses your own bridge. Micro thin film pickup technology installs in minutes.
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Wiring and Control Kits, ultra-miniature volume controls, knobs and jacks for pickup installation without modification of vintage instruments.
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Hardshell Cases- Plush, locking vintage style hardshell cases in hard-to-find sizes, built specifically for archtop guitars. Some vintage cases, too, please inquire.
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Pickguards, custom made from original templates in tortoise, 5-ply black or bakelite; bound, beveled or unbound. Mounting hardware, too.
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Purchasing your instrument is fast, safe and secure with our absolute no-quibble refund policy.
VISA/MC/AMEX, PayPal, Venmo, Zelle, layaways. For details, visit our Ordering page here.
We can help place your prized instrument with a happy new owner for a maximum return to you. For details, visit our Sales page here.
We maintain a full-service repair facility specializing in the particular requirements of archtop instruments, from setups to ground-up restorations.
Vintage style finishes, fretwork, structural repairs, correct hand-antiqued hardware and more. More info here.
The Archive
An extensive illustrated list of recently offered instruments may be seen in our Previously Sold section here.
Contact: Email: [email protected] For a detailed in-hand description of any instrument, call Joe Vinikow at 206.325.3737.
Call weekdays between 10am and 7pm Pacific Time, Saturdays by appointment.
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