I currently offer four unique body shapes, each starting at a base price of $11,000 for a non-cutaway model. These shapes include the Grand Concert, Small Jumbo, Grand Auditorium, and Slope Dreadnought - each crafted to deliver a distinctive sound and feel.
I understand that selecting the perfect custom-made guitar is a significant investment and an important decision, which is why I welcome any questions you may have. Feel free to contact me via phone, text, or email at 617-359-1867 or patrick@morrisseyguitars.com, and I will be happy to assist you.
Please note that as of March 2023, delivery for new commissions is approximately 9 to 12 months. Rest assured that your dream guitar will be well worth the wait.
Grand Concert
The Grand Concert is a guitar that effortlessly caters to both finger-style and flat-picking techniques, making it a versatile and essential instrument for any guitarist.
This exquisite guitar is renowned for its impeccable balance, boasting a warm, full bass response and clear, resonating treble tones that produce subtle overtones, culminating in a rich, sweet sound. Its exceptional tonal qualities make the Grand Concert a must-have for any guitarist seeking a truly extraordinary and versatile instrument.
Upper Bout: 10.75”
Lower Bout: 15”
Waist: 9.25”
Body Length: 19.5”
Depth at Neck Block: 3.5”
Depth at Heel Block: 4.25”
The following options are included as part of the base price:
Soundboard: Choice of Sitka Spruce, Adirondack Spruce, or Engelman Spruce
Back and Sides: Choice of Indian Rosewood, Mahogany, or Walnut
Rosette: Radial rosette to match back and sides
Binding: Choice of Indian Rosewood, Ebony, or Flamed Maple with Black / White / Purfling
Back Strip: Shell or wood to match binding
End Graft: Wedge
Peghead: Choice of Indian Rosewood, Ebony, or Ziricote
Fingerboard: Choice of Ebony or Indian Rosewood
Fingerboard Radius: 16”
Fingerboard Markers: Morrissey Guitar’s Signature Diamond Fret Markers
Fingerboard Side Markers: Mother of Pearl dots
Scale: 25.5”
Saddle: Fully compensated bone choice of 1/8” or 3/16” thickness
Saddle String Spacing: 2 3/16”
Bridge: Choice of Indian Rosewood, Ebony, or Ziricote
Bridge Pins: Bone
Nut and Saddle: Bone
Fretwire: EVO Gold
Neck: One piece Mahogany with two way truss rod and Carbon Fiber reinforcement
Body Finish: Polyester gloss or Nitrocellulose
Neck Finish: Choice of polyester gloss, nitrocellulose, or satin
Nut Width: 1.75 inch
Tuners: Gotoh 510 chrome or Gotoh 510 gold
Guitar Case: Custom case options available
Payment: A $3,000.00 non-refundable deposit is required to secure your position in the build schedule. Half the remaining balance is due at the start of the build, with final balance due prior to shipment.
Limited Three-Year Warranty: My guitars come with a limited three-year warranty. This warranty applies to the original owner against defects in materials or workmanship. Should an issue arise with your guitar, contact me immediately for a diagnosis. If needed, the guitar will be shipped back to Morrissey Guitars, at the owner’s expense. Any necessary repairs will be performed. Any unauthorized alterations or repairs will void warranty.
Returns: I offer a 10-day review period for new instruments to ensure the instrument meets your expectations. If for some reason the guitar must be returned, please contact me immediately to arrange shipment. All shipping costs will be the responsibility of the customer and the guitar must be returned in new condition.
As of December 2022, waiting time is 9 -12 months.
You can customize your guitar further with these additional options:
Custom design
Custom design
Finish:
Sunburst
$400
Pickup Options:
Inquire
$300
Fossilized mammoth ivory
$300
Back Strip:
Perimeter Inlay:
End Graft:
Rosette:
Guitar Body
Options:
Back and Sides:
Soundboard:
Bridge:
Bridge Inlay:
Bridge Pins:
Neck:
Frets:
Peghead:
Nut and Saddle:
Fingerboard:
Shell inlay
Custom inlay
Custom design
Venetian cutaway
Florentine cutaway
Arm bevel
Soundport
Custom soundport design
Bastone Walnut
Cocobolo
Koa
Madagascar Rosewood
Ziricote
Brazilian Rosewood
More options available
German Spruce
Redwood
Swiss Moon Spruce
More options available
Brazilian Rosewood
Inlay options available
Fossilized bone / walrus
One piece figured Mahogany
Custom five-piece laminate
Evo gold with semi-hemispherical fret end treatment
Cocobolo
Koa
Madagascar Rosewood
Veneered back of peghead
Custom peghead inlay
Bound peghead - wood or shell
More options available
Brazilian Rosewood
More options available
$150
$600
$750