Yes, the market is soft for quality used guitars, but that only affects price, not necessarily the quantity or frequency of transactions.
As to new quality guitars, I don't have enough data to comment. I can say that mid-level boutique luthiers (e.g., Collings, SCGC, Lowden, Martin Custom Shop, etc.) are doing OK. Keep in mind that one high end acoustic guitar is not that expensive once you compare it to a new car, boat, overseas vacation, home remodel, etc. Moreover, one purchased, there is little expense in maintaining the hobby of playing it.
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