Beard Guitars

USA, est. 2003 · 6 products across 1 categories

6
Total Products
1
Categories
$5,794
Avg Price
$5,250
From

About Beard Guitars

Beard Guitars represents a modern renaissance in bluegrass instrument making, reviving the lost art of resonator guitar construction with a focus on meticulous detail and innovative design. Founded on principles of historical accuracy and forward-thinking engineering, Beard instruments are highly sought after by top-tier players and collectors. The brand's commitment to pre-war Gibson resonator aesthetics, combined with contemporary construction techniques, has solidified its position as a leader in the niche market.

Founded
2003
Country
USA
Segment
Premium
Target
Beard Guitars appeal to serious bluegrass musicians, collectors, and discerning
Known For
Road-O-Phonic Resonator Design Historical Accuracy in Resonator Construction Jerry Douglas Signature Models Innovative Bracing Patterns Tobacco Sunburst Finishes
PROS
  • • Exceptional build quality and craftsmanship
  • • Authentic vintage tone and feel
  • • Highly responsive and articulate
  • • Unique and recognizable aesthetics
  • • Favored by elite bluegrass musicians
CONS
  • • Premium-priced, limiting accessibility
  • • Limited production run, potential wait times
  • • Specific tone may not suit all players
  • • Styling leans heavily into vintage aesthetics
  • • Relatively niche brand recognition outside bluegrass circles

Beard Guitars Products

Beard Guitars Road-O-Phonic TS - Resonator Guitars

Beard Guitars Road-O-Phonic TS

Resonator Guitars

$5,250
Nut width 48 mm (1.89") Scale 635 mm (25") Frets 19 frets Body Poplar body
Resonator Guitar with Pickup, Design: Squareneck Solidbody Resonator with three pickups...
4.8 AudioFu Score
Beard Guitars Trailhead E-Model SN Tobacco - Resonator Guitars

Beard Guitars Trailhead E-Model SN Tobacco

Resonator Guitars

$6,067
Scale 635 mm (25") Fingerboard Ebony fingerboard
Squareneck Resonator Guitar with Pickup, Top: Solid flamed maple, Back and...
4.9 AudioFu Score
Beard Guitars Jerry Douglas SN RedBeard - Resonator Guitars

Beard Guitars Jerry Douglas SN RedBeard

Resonator Guitars

$5,600
Nut width 47.6 mm (1.87") Scale 635 mm (25") Frets 19 frets
Squareneck Resonator Guitar with Pickup, Jerry Douglas signature model, Modern...
4.4 AudioFu Score
Beard Guitars Trailhead E-Model CE Tobacco - Resonator Guitars

Beard Guitars Trailhead E-Model CE Tobacco

Resonator Guitars

$5,832
Scale 635 mm (25") Frets 19 frets Fingerboard Ebony fingerboard
Resonator Guitar with Pickup, Style: Round neck, Top: Solid flamed maple,...
4.6 AudioFu Score
Beard Guitars Road-O-Phonic HSDS TS - Resonator Guitars

Beard Guitars Road-O-Phonic HSDS TS

Resonator Guitars

$6,183
Nut width 48 mm (1.89") Scale 635 mm (25") Frets 19 frets Body Poplar body
Lap Steel Resonator Guitar with Pickup, Design: Squareneck Solidbody Resonator...
4.8 AudioFu Score
Beard Guitars E-Model SN ASB - Resonator Guitars

Beard Guitars E-Model SN ASB

Resonator Guitars

$5,832
Nut width 47.6 mm (1.87") Scale 635 mm (25") Frets 19 frets Fingerboard Ebony fingerboard
Squareneck Resonator Guitar with Pickup, Modern open body design, Cone: Spider, Back and...
4.5 AudioFu Score

Frequently Asked Questions About Beard Guitars

Beard Guitars are meticulously handcrafted in a small workshop in Ada, Michigan, USA, utilizing a blend of traditional techniques and modern machinery.

While Beard Guitars draw heavily from pre-war Gibson designs for inspiration and aesthetics, they are not exact replicas. They incorporate modern bracing and construction techniques to improve playability and structural integrity.

The Road-O-Phonic design features a uniquely shaped resonator cone and tailpiece, developed to maximize projection and tonal complexity while minimizing unwanted feedback.

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