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Handbuilt in Austin. Curated in Dallas–Fort Worth.
Collings builds instruments with a level of intention and precision you simply don’t find anywhere else. Every guitar—acoustic or electric—is voiced, carved, and finished by craftspeople who obsess over the smallest details: top stiffness, neck feel, micro-fit joinery, lacquer thickness, and tonal balance. Nothing leaves their Austin, Texas workshop unless it sounds alive, plays flawlessly, and embodies their “small shop” standard of excellence.
For players who value consistency, dynamic range, and build quality that borders on perfection, Collings sits in unmistakably rare air.
Craftsmanship
Every Collings begins as a carefully selected set of tonewoods—matched, carved, and voiced by a small team of craftspeople in Austin. From the neck joint to the final buff, nothing is rushed, and nothing is left to chance.
Built with individually voiced tops, perfectly matched tonewoods, and a level of finish work most builders can’t touch. These acoustics deliver clarity, projection, and responsiveness that players notice immediately.
Explore Acoustics
From the semi-hollow I-35 LC to the punchy 290, Collings electrics combine lightweight feel, rock-solid tuning stability, and articulate tone. Every edge is hand-carved, every fret dressed to perfection.
Explore ElectricsCurated acoustic and electric models from our current inventory.
$9,200.00
$8,200.00
$8,925.00
$9,375.00
$7,500.00
$9,005.00
Work directly with our team to spec out the right Collings—acoustic or electric—down to woods, neck profile, finish, and setup. We’ll guide you through options and make sure the guitar you end up with is the one you actually want to play.
Collings Guitars is one of the most respected small-shop builders in the world, known for combining traditional craftsmanship with modern precision. Founded by Bill Collings in Austin, Texas, the company built its reputation on acoustic instruments that offered exceptional clarity, dynamic range, and consistency. Today, their workshop continues that legacy across acoustics, electrics, and mandolins — each one built with an obsessive focus on fit, finish, and tone.
Every Collings acoustic begins with carefully selected tonewoods and individually voiced tops. Instead of relying on production templates, Collings luthiers tune and shape each component to bring out the guitar’s natural resonance, ensuring remarkable balance and responsiveness. Their OM and D-series models have become benchmarks for players who want articulation, projection, and long-term stability.
Collings electrics follow the same philosophy: lightweight designs, meticulously carved bodies, and flawless fretwork. Models like the I-35 LC, I-30 LC, and 290 are known for their clarity, tuning stability, and “broken-in” feel right out of the case. From neck joints to lacquer thickness, every detail is deliberate, refined, and built for a lifetime of use.
Whether you’re searching for a studio-ready acoustic, a resonant semi-hollow, or a workhorse single-cut, Collings instruments offer a level of craftsmanship that sets them apart — and makes them favorites among professionals and serious players alike.
