The Collings Forum

Reading some of the posts here re traditionals reminds me that I have been awaiting a huge attack of GAS at the launch of the 0002hT (my favourite model). To date though I’m still waiting. Over the 10+ years I’ve been a Collings fan a lot of models have had a redesigned option - C10 to C35, CJ to CJ...

A lovely pair- think that does answer the question! I’d not heard of higuerilla but looks very nice indeed.

Thanks- interesting thoughts. Everyone has mentioned another builder. Would you consider a model from the same builder?

Would you consider buying an identical body size but with a different tone wood on the back and sides? For example if you had a rosewood guitar would you consider the same but with mahogany?

I am wondering how different it would be. Thanks

I think it depends on the type of bridge you have: a pyramid bridge is up to 12s and a belly bridge can go to 13s. Probably best to check with Collings though- consequences of too much tension could be nasty!

I had my Collings looked at after about 10 years. The frets were worn and it had a run on a plek machine. Results were fantastic: playability and tone both improved. I would definitely have a check up. Any decent repair person will be able to advise- might well be an easy fix. As mine told me- Colli...

I have an old 1930s Stella concert which has a repaired top crack, side crack and some issues near the neck. Despite this it is amazingly loud (compares well to my Collings) and resonant - the tone is amazing. Lots of factors for sure but the cracks don’t seem to be affecting it unduly.

I am not sure about the value but a paddle headstock and 1.75 nut is a mod I’ve seen a few times on 12 fretters. Might actually be an advantage for those who don’t like the wider nut.

Hi All I’m Matthew. Very pleased to see this forum back in action. I learnt so much from the previous one - it was an education. I love my 2008 0002h which seems to get better and better the more I play it. Living in England Collings’ prices are eye-watering at the moment so feel very lucky to have ...