by Art | Nov 20, 2024 | A1
The A1 reflects the state of the art in steel string acoustic guitars. Innovations such as steel strings, a 14 fret neck joint, and larger bodies appeared early in the 20th century. Crucially, modern advancements in adhesives, materials tools, and scientific study...
by Art | Oct 30, 2024 | backstage, classical, M1, parlor-guitars
The Art Davis Model One (M1) has classical guitar roots. A guitar, built in 1859 by Manuel de Torres was the inspiration that helped establish patterns for the M1. Steel strings, a 14th fret neck joint and my own bracing and construction geometry combine to form a...
by Art | Aug 9, 2023 | backstage, parlor-guitars
The T1 Troubadour is based on the earliest steel string guitars. As a beginning luthier, I was always reading and buying books on guitars. Also, I have always been interested in history. Thus, I love the old instruments and especially the ones that came through the...
by Art | Aug 3, 2023 | parlor-guitars, Reviews, Videos
Parlor guitar shootout part 1 includes an Art Davis T1MA and a Martin 2-17-25. The T1MA is made with merenti (Philippine mahogany) and a distressed Adirondack spruce top. The little 90 year old Martin is all mahogany. Both have mahogany necks. Are you looking for a...
by Art | Aug 3, 2023 | Reviews, Videos
This all mahogany parlor guitar shootout should give you a good idea about Art Davis Guitars’ mission. Guitars need to be easy to play and return your investment. In other words, the guitar should give as much as you put into it. Importantly, any guitar must...
T1MA Troubadour
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J1 Custom Acoustic Bass Guitar
Original price was: $3,468.00.$2,872.00Current price is: $2,872.00.
J1MAS Custom Jazz
Original price was: $4,278.00.$3,566.00Current price is: $3,566.00.
A1MCA
Original price was: $4,320.00.$3,638.00Current price is: $3,638.00.