This thread is ancient, but I still have my 1994 Mark Stanley classical spruce top guitar. It's got a little wear on the top, but since I performmed with it regularly for many years, it sounds incredible. I paid $2,800 for it and I'm the original owner.


On Sunday, April 16, 2006 at 8:46:33 AM UTC-7, J wrote:

I just ran into a steel string guitar made by Mark Stanley. Can
anyone fill me in on him? From what I understand, he doesn't build
any more and his focus was classical guitars, but he did make a number
of steel string instruments as well.

This one has more depth than a typical small bodied guitar, an
oversized sound how and a small upper bout. It's a bit like a Nick
Lucas variation. Bracing is pretty unique too, with some elements of classical design gently added on to a more standard steel string
bracing.

Years when he built? Typical pricing from him at that time? Guesses
on current market range?

Wade? Anyone else?

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