Spring 2025

boutique Electric Spotlight

Our Spring 2025 Boutique Electric Spotlight showcases a curated collection of in-stock guitars and amps from some of the most inspired and inventive independent makers working today. These aren't your everyday instruments—they’re the result of years chasing a specific tone, a feel, or a playing experience that’s been missing from the mainstream. Some preserve the bones of student model guitars and turn them into something extraordinary. Others bring a modern guitarist’s “what if?” dream to life. A few are forging completely new paths—building instruments that have never existed before.

Saul Koll

Portland-based luthier Saul Koll is a true builder's builder—always pushing boundaries, never content to build the same guitar twice. His signature "Glide" body shape is a masterclass in versatility, seamlessly shifting from refined elegance to raw, unfiltered rock energy. Whether it's a black-tie affair or a raucous punk show, a Koll guitar is always at home. Distinctive, expressive, and endlessly inspiring—just like Saul's approach to the art of luthiery. (photo credit: bill purcell)
Location: Portland, OR | Employees: 1 | Guitars Built Per Year: 30 | Notable Models: Duo Glide ~ Super Glide Almighty ~ Super Cub
Koll | Ultra Glide
The Ultra Glide is Saul Koll’s flagship model—a true showcase of Saul’s singular vision and skills, blending refined design with masterful execution.
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Koll | Troubadour & Super Cub
Built on the legacy of vintage student models and funky catalog classics, the Troubadour and Super Cub showcase Saul’s ability to blend retro inspiration with modern execution.
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Laurent Brondel

Laurent Brondel is a luthier of extraordinary artistry, seamlessly blending skill and intuition to create phenomenal acoustic and electric guitars (he also happens to be a killer guitar player). If vintage guitars are your thing, don’t overlook Laurent’s electrics—their feel, playability, and tone will absolutely blow you away.
Location: West Paris, ME | Employees: 1 | Guitars Built Per Year: 10-15 | Notable Models: Honeycaster ~ Spark ~ Burn
Brondel | Burn II
Outfitted with Ron Ellis humbuckers, a Savvy wraparound bridge, and Laurent Brondel’s signature design touches, the Burn II blends refined ergonomics, clear PAF-style tone, and striking visual detail into a guitar that’s anything but ordinary.
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Brondel | Spark II
With Ron Ellis P90s, superb ergonomics, and a voice that’s clear, fat, and dynamic, the Spark II is a modern LP-style guitar that’s anything but ordinary—crafted by one of the finest luthiers working today.
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Nik Huber

Nik Huber crafts exceptional instruments that strike a perfect balance between precision and soul. His guitars exude a refined clarity and purpose from the moment you pick one up—but don’t let the word “simplicity” fool you. Every detail is meticulously considered, making each piece a masterful blend of feel, tone, and playability.
Location: Rodgau, Germany | Employees: 13 | Guitars Built Per Year: 350 | Notable Models: Orca ~ Krautster ~ Piet ~ Surfmeister ~ Dolphin
Huber | Adam Miller Signature
The new Adam Miller Signature model is a thoughtfully crafted, fully hollow guitar designed for life on the road and in the studio.
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Huber | Dolphin II Standard NAMM 2025
This Dolphin II Standard, featured at the 2025 NAMM Show, strikes a perfect balance between Tele-style comfort and Les Paul-inspired punch.
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Retrograde Guitars

Glenn Nichols

The name Retrograde might be new to some, but Glenn Nichols’ mastery is anything but. With nearly a decade leading the finish department at Santa Cruz Guitars, overseeing French polish restorations for esteemed classical luthier Kenny Hill, and serving as Bill Tippin’s right-hand man for years, Glenn’s expertise runs deep. His original designs are a testament to his experience—each guitar a stunning expression of skill, refinement, and artistic vision.
Location: Pawtucket, RI | Employees: 1 | Guitars Built Per Year: 10 | Notable Models: Cambridge ~ Lexington ~ Rosedale ~ Roswell
Retrograde | Harmony Retro Mod 1-of-1
The Retro Mod transforms an original Harmony Rocket into a one-of-a-kind, long-scale boutique build—modern playability meets vintage soul.
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Retrograde | Roswell Stout Burst
Glenn Nichols' Roswell is a boutique reimagining of the classic student model guitar—vintage vibe meets modern playability, complete with a long scale and Novak Gold Foils for articulate, chimey tones.
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Divided

By 13 Amplifiers

Divided By 13 amplifiers are meticulously handcrafted, one at a time, with an uncompromising dedication to tone, performance, and precision. Renowned for their rich harmonics, dynamic response, and studio-grade clarity, these amps have long been a secret weapon for top players and producers. Whether on stage or in the studio, Divided By 13 seamlessly blends vintage warmth with modern versatility—delivering pure sonic excellence.
Location: California
CCC 9/15 | 9 or 15 Watts

With the flip of a switch, the CCC 9/15 moves from 9 watts of warm, full-bodied 6V6 Class A tones to 15 watts of EL84-driven Class AB chime and harmonically rich breakup. Whether you're after edge-of-breakup sweetness, dynamic overdrive, or full saturation—all at performance-friendly volumes—this amp delivers with touch sensitivity and tonal depth that define boutique amplification.

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FTR 37 | 37 Watts (18 Watts half-power)

Powered by a quad of 6V6 tubes, the FTR 37 pushes 37 watts of punchy, articulate tone, perfect for larger stages. A half-power switch drops it to 18 watts, ideal for cranked tube saturation at smaller venues and in the studio. With adjustable spring reverb send and return, high/low sensitivity inputs, and dual voicing, the FTR 37 seamlessly blends vintage character with modern flexibility.

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AMW 39 | 39 Watts

Driven by a pair of EL34 tubes pushing 39 watts, it offers ample headroom for pedals, while its tube-buffered effects loop ensures time-based effects remain crisp and dynamic. Overdrive is where the AMW 39 truly shines, producing focused, percussive breakup with vintage character—while the transparent master volume allows for soaring tones even at moderate levels.

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