Manzer Archtop

[mfkayjazz]

Hi everyone,


I’m very interested in acquiring a Linda Manzer archtop and was hoping someone on this forum might be able to assist me in this quest.


Thank you so much in advance for any guidance or leads.


Best regards,
Matt

[Mick-7]

They're around, but you'll need at least $15 grand - probably much more than that - to buy one. What are you expecting/hoping to pay for one?

[mfkayjazz]

Upper limit is probably around 20-25k. Are you aware of any around?

[Mick-7]

Upper limit is probably around 20-25k. Are you aware of any around?

Just what can be found from a thorough online search, which you can do yourself - it should include localized advertising venues such as Facebook and Craig's List. Knowing your price ceiling will help folks assist you with your search. Are you in the U.S.?

[Kevin]

Here is one for sale.

2021 Manzer Archtop 16", Maple/European Spruce - Dream Guitars

[ThatRhythmMan]

Hi everyone,


I’m very interested in acquiring a Linda Manzer archtop and was hoping someone on this forum might be able to assist me in this quest.


Thank you so much in advance for any guidance or leads.


Best regards,
Matt

I sent you a PM. I know of one that may be available. I sent a link where pics of it can be seen. Let me know if you didn’t get it.


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[pcjazz]

Have you contacted Linda directly?

[Mick-7]

Have you contacted Linda directly?

She has not been taking orders for a long time now: Purchase a Manzer Guitar – Manzer Guitars

[pcjazz]

She has not been taking orders for a long time now: Purchase a Manzer Guitar – Manzer Guitars

She may know of available used ones or have taken them in trade.

[Hammertone]

She may know of available used ones or have taken them in trade.

Paul, that inquiry is already in the works, via Tony.

[bananafist]

Wow! That Manzer is a stunner!!! I like everything about it, except maybe, the price. Wow, just wow!!

[Hammertone]

There’s a Manzer archtop in need of restoration for sale by Tony Duggan-Smith, in Toronto.
Tony does restorations on Manzers and works in her Toronto workshop.
tonyduggan-smith.com

[skykomishone]

Ht,
It's no longer in his possession.

[Hammertone]

Ht,It's no longer in his possession.

Such is life. Tony restores a lot of her guitars, so ask him to notify you next time he has one in the shop. As Paul and I have suggested, he's probably the best person to deal with regarding Manzer archtop availability.

[vinnyv1k]

Sadly all the great builders are aging out.

[ThatRhythmMan]

Sadly all the great builders are aging out.

There are some really great up and coming builders out there right now. Aaron Wald and D’Arcy Blake are the first who come to mind. Don’t forget about Guillaume Rancourt as well who has been at it somewhat longer than them, but mainly because he started so young.


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[Hammertone]

Some more not-old builders:
-Dan Koentopp
-Cristian Mirabella
-Erich Solomon
-Ryan Thorell
-Bryant Trenier
-Tyler Wells and Megan Wells
-Wyatt Wilkie

[Rickco]

and Sean Lombardozzi and Goodman(not sure)

[FourOnSix]

and Sean Lombardozzi and Goodman(not sure)

According to his website, Brad Goodman has been building guitars more than 50 years. Hardly up and coming.

[skykomishone]

According to his website, Brad Goodman has been building guitars more than 50 years. Hardly up and coming.

Great luthier. Beautiful guitars.

[paulkogut]

It doesn't help with arch tops, but folks interested in Manzer-style flat tops should check out Peggy White, a former apprentice and excellent luthier in her own right...Your Site Title

PK