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Larrivee
Guitars
Larrivee was the first line of guitars we took on when we opened back in 1999. Great then, we feel that they have gotten even better today. Jean Larrivee has been making world class guitars for more than 50 years. In the early years they became noted for their elaborate and ornate inlay work done by Jean’s wife Wendy. You can still get a fancy inlaid Larrivee, but the 2 & 3 series is their entry level which offers features like a bound ebony fingerboard and bridge; all solid wood construction; maple wood body binding, dovetail neck joint. Since they moved their manufacturing from British Columbia to Southern California they have evolved and developed guitars that have a broad appeal to players of all styles. The 40, 44, 50, and 60 Series guitars are voiced to produce a classic “American” sound. Lately Larrivee has once again began making some outstanding electric guitars.
Today there are many highly regarded Canadian luthiers who apprenticed under Jean Larrivee and his influence is reflected in their work.
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L-03 Flamed Sinker Redwood
This L-03 is a special run from Larrivee featuring flamed sinker redwood for the top with mahogany back and sides, rosewood binding on the body, abalone inlay for the fret markers, and an abalone inlay for the rosette. It’s a tremendously cool sounding and playing guitar.
LV-03 80th Birthday Model
One in a series of guitars made in celebration of Jean Larrivee’s 80th birthday, this LV-03 features Silver Oak for the back and sides, an Alpine Moon Spruce top, and rosewood binding for the body and neck. Equipped with an LR Baggs Element VTC Pickup, it sounds great whether playing acoustically or playing plugged in.
J-o3R Sunburst Moon Spruce
Larrivee J-03R with sunburst-finished Alpine Moon Spruce top, this jumbo also features an abalone rosette. Beyond exceptionally good looks, it’s also plays and sounds tremendously good.
000-40 12-fret Koa
This Larrivee OOO-40 Special features Koa back and sides and an Alpine Moon Spruce top. Neck joint is at the 12th fret and scale is 25.5 inches. Along with bone nut, compensated bone saddle, and all the other elements that make Larrivee guitars so great, this one is Serial Number 140329. Includes Larrivee’s open-back tuners. The guitar comes with a hard-shell case. Priced at $3,428.
D-40 Special Edition
Larrivee D-40 Special Edition is constructed with back and sides of shedua (also known as ovankol) and a Romanian spruce top. Leaf & Flower headstock inlay is a historic Larrivee design not seen since the 1990s. Priced at $2,635 with hardshell case.
Larrivee L-10
L-model instruments are a shape and design unique to Larrivee, and the 10-series instruments feature elegant appointments and choice tone woods. This L-10 features an alpine moon spruce top along with Wendy Larrivee’s fine inlay work. A gorgeous instrument, it plays even better than it looks. Price: $4,1905
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4330 McCullough
San Antonio, TX 78212
(210)822-1595
www.GuitarTex.com
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We are easy to reach from both the San Antonio International Airport and from Downtown.
From Downtown
We are at 4330 McCullough, and McCullough goes all the way downtown. In the old days, it was one of the few routes out of down town that didn’t cross railroad tracks. (A big deal when you have a wagon – I’ve heard. Never experienced it.) The maps and driving directions will help alot. Easy to know when you’re getting close because we’re just past the traffic circle/fountain.