​AFRP 2020
  • Multi-lam neck-through construction (walnut maple)
  • Fret markers are inlayed birds of the American River
  • Flame maple top &  headstock
  • Claro walnut back
  • Claro walnut fretboard
  • 12” radius neck; 25” scale; 1 11/16” nut width
  • 3-way pickup selector N, NB, B
  • Parson Street P90 pickups, 
  • Gotoh Kluson-style tuners 
  • Golden Age wraparound bridge
  • Copper Faraday cage 
  • Nitrocellulose finish
  • Includes hard-shell case
ARPF 2020 (commission only)
I've long been inspired by the American River. I built this guitar for donation to the American River Parkway Foundation for their annual fundraising event in 2020. No event was held in 2020 or 2021, so the guitar will be donated for the 2022 event!  In the neck I've inlayed representations of some of the wonderful native birds of the lower American River area in aluminum. The primary wood is black walnut, one of the most abundant trees in the American River Parkway. The color scheme for the figured maple top is intended to evoke river hues. Guitar players will recognize the classic shape of the guitar but may also appreciate the originality of the overall design. It is truly a one of a kind instrument. I can reproduce this guitar on commission. All guitars I make come with lifetime maintenance and adjustment to your specification. $3600