As I stroked a familiar chordal passage on this vessel of a bye- gone era, I found myself suddenly caught between consciousness and semi-consciousness, somewhere not quite in reality and the outer realm. It was as if the world had spun me neatly into...details

 Once again my friends, Ray and I got into a disagreement. Why, you ask? Well, all of you out there in 'Elkland know that Ray's favorite performer is Little Jimmy Dickens, right? But, what you don't know is the reverence that Nick Lucas has in Ray's ...details

 Somewhere between the authoritative voice of Gordon Solie, (the Dean of professional wrestling announcers) and Petticoat Junction, the Saturday night line- up would be incomplete without the dubious mention of the Lawrence Welk Show. You remember t...details

 While Ray was off on tour with "Doodle Bug and the Tumbleweeds," (you might have heard of 'em, they're big on the midget cowboy music circuit) I was doing what I do best, buying quality guitars. This J- 185 Vine is a guitar with which, when you brea...details

 Many of you out there in acoustic land can appreciate this guitar for her rich overtones, breathtaking sustain and stunningly good looks. You also can appreciate the time and craftsmanship dedicated to these magnificent works of art from a bygone era...details

 This guitar is reportedly one of two custom- built J-45 Dragons made in 2007 and as you can see in the photo, the Dragon that is expertly carved on the top of this unique instrument is a characterization of the Chinese zodiac sign related to the Chin...details

 With it's Rosewood back, sides and solid Sitka spruce top, how could you go wrong with this stunning vine- inlaid, D-28 killer? Not only is this guitar visually stunning, but she's got a tone that's unchallenged and unmatched- kinda like being Cather...details

 When you combine a solid Sitka Spruce top with Eastern Maple back and sides, you get a guitar with a full, bold tone and wonderful, even projection. That's exactly how we would describe this particular J- 185 and it is a guitar that facilitate everyo...details

 ** SOLD ** Our deepest gratitude goes out to newest 'Elk, David for his purchase of this J- 40. We are very proud to have him as a member of our family and as we say to all our 'Elks, Welcome!...details

 What would a guitar befitting a King look like? Well, if that certain "King" in question just happened to be Elvis Presley, the guitar would look exactly like this one! This D-28 EP is # 144 of only 175 ever made, making it rare in and unto itself. ...details

 You are looking at the guitar that replaced the mighty D-28 Golden Era and while the rosewood used on this model is East Indian instead of Brazilian, they are virtually identical in tone. This sound this Marquis produces is nearly unmatched by any ot...details

 I am not a guitar player. I am, in fact a bass player that can fingerpick just enough to aggravate anyone within earshot of my doodlings and the end result is, the guitar I'm attempting to play is usually taken away from me. That said, there is one u...details

 As a 12 sized guitar, this Koa K-22 is a warm and subtle guitar. When strummed, it emits tones that are even, with prevalent mids and lows; when fingerpicked, it sounds smooth and you must coax different tones and volumes from it. This is no dreadnou...details