- Cervantes Guitars -- Crevantes Guitars fine Classical and Flamenco Guitars. We are proud to be dealers of Cervantes Guitars. And why not! Their headquarters are right here in San Diego. Cervantes guitars are an amazing value with incredible attention to detail, tone and playability.
- Aria U.S.A. -- We feature the exceptional line of Aria Guitars. Their Classical, Flamenco and Jazz Box line are of the best quality and highest value.
- Avalon Guitars -- If you are familiar with the Irish Lowden guitars then you know Avalon. Avalon is the parent company of Lowden. The guitars are still built in Northern Ireland Lowden factory by the same craftsmen, and now all of their guitars are sold under the Avalon name. These are simply the finest new steel string guitars to be had at any price. They feature the Avalon bracing system which feature wonderful tone and incredible volume.
- The Godin Guitar Company -- We feature the entire line of Godin Guitars including their Synth Access and Multiac guitars. Call the shop at 619-297-9136 for availability.
- Lehua Ukulele's -- We carry the entire line of Lehua Ukulele's These fine Ukulele's are designed by Bob Gleason on The Big Island of Hawaii at his Pegasus Guitar and Ukulele studio. They feature all solid wood construction and 'Ono' sound.
- Santa Cruz Guitar Company -- Handmade Acoustic Guitars by the Santa Cruz Guitar Company.
Luthier Richard Hoover began building guitars and carved-top mandolins in 1972.
By 1976 his focus was on the modern steel string guitar. His handmade custom acoustic guitars are played by some of the world's best players, including Eric Clapton, Doc Watson, Tony Rice, Warren Haynes, Elvis Costello, and many others.
- Fleamarket Music -- Home of 'Jumpin' Jim' Beloff and the Fluke and Flea Ukuleles. We feature their full line of Ukulele's and great Ukulele music books.
- Robin Henkel's Web Site -- Robin's wonderful site is full of music and video. Of course you know Robins teaches right here at The Blue Guitar.
- The Rolling Radio Show site. -- Run by our own Steve Nichols. Contact Steve at the shop for great guitar lessons also!
- Fine Guitar Consultants -- (FGC) Richard and Annetta Glick's wonderful service can bring you together with the hand made guitar of your dreams. Richard works with some of the finest luthiers in the country to offer one of a kind high-end guitars. Fine Guitar Consultants is partnering with The Blue Guitar on several projects, including a featured FGC Guitar of the Month, on display and for sale at The Blue Guitar, in San Diego--both at our store and online.
- DiPinto Guitars -- We are San Diego's exclusive dealer for DiPinto guitars. Designed by Chris DiPinto in Philadelphia these guitars are wild and wonderful. Users include Los Straightjackets, Jack White of the White Stripes, Earl Slick, Dick Dale, Jimmy Vivino, and San Diego's own Rocket From the Crypt.
- Huss and Dalton Guitars -- Jeff Huss and Mark Dalton make the finest boutique traditional American guitars period. A small maker, these guitars are available on a very limited basis. Each one is handmade with spectacular tone and playability. Second to none!
- Robert Hein Guitars -- Robert is a local San Diego builder of fine Classical and Flamenco guitars. He has studied with Jose Romanillos for many years. Robert builds guitars that blends his ideas with many traditional and respected techniques including those of Jose Romanillos, Marcello Barbero, and Ignacio Fleta. We usually have a selection of his fine guitars in stock.
- Steve Neil's Salmon River Guitars -- Salmon River Guitars is the new shop of Stephen Neal Saqui, former owner of The Blue Guitar. After 35 years of repair, restoration, guitar making, Stephen and his wife decided to finally move to their dream home on the Salmon River in Idaho. Stephen is currently filling orders for customers who have patiently waited for the move to the new shop.
- Ko'olau Ukulele's -- The Ko'olau Guitar & 'Ukulele Company is owned and operated by the Kitakis Family: John and Susan Kitakis, and Sons Noa (Bonk) and Andrew. Ko'olau Guitars and 'Ukuleles are professional quality, hand crafted instruments. The shop is located in Kaneohe, on the Island of Oahu, Hawaii. These are perhaps the finest Ukulele's available. Approximately 150 of these Ukulele's are produced per year and are rarely seen outside of the Hawaiian Islands. Each label is sign by the makers, John, Noa and Andrew. The sign of a true concert instrument. The Blue Guitar is so proud to be able to offer these fine instruments.
- RMC Pickup Company -- RMC Pickup Company -- RMC pickups are the main choice of Godin Guitars for their acoustic & electric guitars & basses with Synth Access.
RMC users include Al Di Meola, Eark Klugh, John McLaughlin, Lee Ritenour, Leo Kottke, Liona Boyd, Pat Metheny and many more....
The Blue Guitar can install an RMC system in your favorite instrument.
- TJ Baden Guitars -- T.J. Baden, who formerly headed sales and marketing for Taylor guitars, has introduced a distinctive new line of acoustic guitars under the Baden brand. Everything about the new Baden guitars, from their design and ornamentation to their country of origin, is distinctive. All of the instruments are solid wood and boast a spare, elegant design characterized by subtle wood binding and rosettes. The new Baden guitars are handcrafted at the Ayers factory in Viet Nam. At the core of the operation are six French-trained master luthiers. While most high-end acoustic guitars made in the U.S. are the product of automation and handwork, instruments coming out of the Ayers plant are hand built from start to finish. Every instrument has its own soul and is unique. These guitars get a big thumbs up from Blue Guitar. TJ Baden guitars has it's headquarters in Escondido CA.
- Taylor Guitars -- The Blue Guitar is especially proud to be back with Taylor Guitar. San Diego own home town heros set the bar for fine guitars. We are their new dealer for 2006.
The Blue Guitar carries a wide selection of Taylor Steel and Nylon string guitars.
- Taylor Electric Guitars: Solid Body and T5 -- We carry the full line of Taylor Electric guitars. They are of a striking new design married to state of the art pickups.
- Tom Anderson Guitarworks -- We are proud to offer Tom Anderson fine electric guitars. Tom Anderson guitars are a magical experence that is sure to bring the best out of the player. Unparalleled craftsmenship joined with the finest materials and exquisite taste presents the finest guitar of any generation.
- McPherson Guitars -- McPherson Guitars are played by such diverse artists as Brad Paisly, Nokie Edwards, Peter Cetera and Phil Keaggy.
McPherson guitars feature offset soundhole technology, state of the art bracing and a cantilivered neck design that allows the fingerboard to 'float'above the soundboard in a no-touch design.
We are proud to be able to offer these fine guitars, that bring out the best in any player
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