American made Classical

[grantgsc]

I can only speak for what I own. Thomas Prisloe . I love this instrument.

[qwerty53]

Originally Posted by Englishplayer

I have a Taylor Nylon that I like very much. Now, Im thinking I'd like a true nylon classical. Who are the American-made Classical guitar makers?

What nylon you have and why you like it?

[grantgsc]

Hand made by Thomas Prisloe from Trumansburg, New York. Absolutely splendid instrument.

[Englishplayer]

Originally Posted by qwerty53

What nylon you have and why you like it?

Taylor Jason Mraz signature. It's very well constructed with a sweet sound, and it has a unique vibe that I like, but some may not.

[AZLiberty]

Originally Posted by Englishplayer

I'm looking in the range maybe… 1-3K.

P.S. California wine….. YES!

Larrivee Perhaps? Although known for their steel strings Jean actually got his start building classicals. They have traditionally been made in Canada, but Larrivee is moving all instrument production to the Oxnard facility.

And you should try some Arizona wine.

[FloridaGull]

How about a 1951 Martin 00-28G?

http://www.gbase.com/gear/martin-00-28g-1951

At Wolfe Guitars in Jupiter, Florida...asking $3500...

[FloridaGull]

Oh - if you are willing to expand to Canadian-made, try higher-end LaPatrie classical guitars:

www.lapatrieguitars.com

[scottishrogue]

Originally Posted by Englishplayer

I'm thinking I'd like a true nylon classical. Who are the American-made Classical guitar makers?

Over the years C F Martin has made several models of nylon-string guitars. The N-10 and N-20, and more recently, the CTSH, and the SWC "Sting" Limited Edition, both designed by Thomas Humphrey. Also, the 00-18C, and the 00-16C. They also have a nylon crossover, the 000C Nylon, which is still available new, and in your price range...under $2K.

Glen