{"title":"Acoustic Guitars","description":"\u003cp\u003eA carefully curated selection of boutique, vintage, and player-grade acoustic guitars — each personally inspected, cleaned, re-strung, and cataloged. From rare MIJ Fenders and late-'90s Santa Cruz builds to player-friendly Martins, every guitar in this collection has been chosen for its tone, character, and value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e We'll be adding more from the family archives so be sure to check back often.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable for in-person demo in Campbell \/ San Jose. Trades considered on select pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"santa-cruz-guitar-company-d-2653-1999-adirondack-golden-mahogany-brazilian-appointments","title":"Santa Cruz Guitar Company D-2653 (1999) — Adirondack • Golden Mahogany • Brazilian Appointments","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis 1999 Santa Cruz Guitar Company D‑2653 is a beautifully preserved example of SCGC's late‑'90s craftsmanship — lightweight, resonant, and built with the kind of wood selection that made this era so special. The Adirondack top is lively and powerful, and the mahogany back and sides have aged into a stunning golden‑honey hue, a natural color SCGC was known for during this period due to their ultra‑thin nitro and premium wood sourcing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBrazilian rosewood appointments, a comfortable neck carve, and a custom Cedar Creek case round out a guitar that feels boutique, expressive, and alive in your hands. Fresh Santa Cruz Mid‑Tension strings were installed before recording sound clips, bringing out the full dynamic range and clarity this build is capable of.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a flagship‑level acoustic — the kind of guitar that defines a collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdirondack Spruce Top\u003c\/strong\u003e — powerful, dynamic, huge headroom\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGolden‑Hued Mahogany Back \u0026amp; Sides\u003c\/strong\u003e — naturally aged, warm, and visually stunning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrazilian Rosewood Appointments\u003c\/strong\u003e — premium late‑'90s SCGC detail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSCGC Ultra‑Thin Nitro Finish\u003c\/strong\u003e — lets the wood breathe and age naturally\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComfortable Neck Profile\u003c\/strong\u003e — classic SCGC feel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEbony Fingerboard \u0026amp; Bridge\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCedar Creek Custom Case\u003c\/strong\u003e — premium, form‑fit protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFresh Santa Cruz Mid‑Tension Strings Installed\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent condition for a 25‑year‑old boutique acoustic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo cracks, repairs, or structural issues\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish is clean with only light signs of age\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrets show minimal wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeck is straight and stable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCedar Creek case is clean and fully functional\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully inspected, cleaned, and cataloged\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTone Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis guitar has the unmistakable SCGC voice — open, articulate, and responsive. The Adirondack top gives it punch and clarity, while the aged mahogany adds warmth and sweetness. With fresh Santa Cruz Mid‑Tension strings, the guitar has crisp articulation, warm balanced mids, a tight controlled low end, and excellent dynamic range. It's the kind of acoustic that rewards both a light touch and a heavy hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy It's Special\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBoutique California craftsmanship\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium late‑'90s wood selection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNaturally aged golden mahogany\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrazilian rosewood appointments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCedar Creek case included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFresh SCGC strings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA flagship‑level piece for any serious collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAvailable for in‑person demo. Pickup: Campbell \/ San Jose. 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This example features the classic three‑piece Jacaranda back, Jacaranda sides, and a solid spruce top, giving it a warm, seasoned voice with the kind of depth and character only vintage MIJ acoustics deliver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese do not come up for sale often, especially in clean condition. Most players have never even seen one in person. If you know the MIJ acoustic world, you know exactly why this model is special.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a perfect mid‑'70s Japanese dreadnought for players who want vintage tone, rare woods, and a guitar that stands apart from the usual Fender acoustics. 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