History
Founded in 1932 by master-luthier John D'Angelico, D'Angelico Guitars is a New York City-based luxury guitar brand revered for making some of the finest archtop and semi-hollow guitars in the world. From the 30s to the 70s, D'Angelico archtops were considered the pinnacle of guitar-making, seen in the hands of big-band leaders and legendary players such as Chet Atkins, Tony Mottola and Bucky Pizzarelli. With a change of ownership in 2011, D'Angelico is now in the midst of a modern resurgence. Offering a diverse array of instruments across four series (Premier, Excel, Deluxe, and Master Builder), D'Angelico guitars are exceptionally-crafted, versatile instruments for the modern player. Committed to maintaining its legacy, D'Angelico's mission is to honor its roots while building ambitiously toward the future.