Collings

Collings Guitars, based in Austin, Texas, represents a benchmark of meticulous, handcrafted quality in both acoustic and electric instruments. Founded by the late Bill Collings, the company is celebrated for their precise construction, exceptional fit and finish, and superior tonal consistency. In the acoustic range, the definitive Collings Dreadnought (D series) and the articulate Orchestra Model (OM series) are highly coveted, often featuring premium, hand-voiced woods like Adirondack Spruce and Madagascar Rosewood. Their electric lineup is equally revered, offering flawless takes on classic designs with models like the I-35 and 290. Collings also produces the popular Waterloo Guitars line, which replicates the raw, punchy tone of depression-era instruments. Played by discerning artists across jazz, country, and folk, a Collings OM or Collings D-2H is an investment in a professional-grade instrument that offers superb playability and a responsive, complex voice.