Distinguised. Bold. Balanced.
Style 2 Weissenborn
The juxtaposition of differences in the Style 2 intensify the traditional Weissenborn design.
Style 2
Born in Los Angeles, Perfected in Australia.
Our sleek reimagining of H. Weissenborn's most idiosyncratic style. The Style 2 is a study in contrasts.
Our Style 2 offers a refreshing, modern take on the vintage eccentricities of H. Weissenborn's most unique instrument.
Elegant black body binding. Natural maple fretboard binding.
The iconic rope style soundhole ring and the simple diamond embellishment of the 12th fret.
The Style 2 is a perfect balance of contrast. A Maple bound fretboard sits against the sleek black black body binding.
The stunning marquetry soundhole rosette and the 12th fret diamond inlay.
Featuring our balanced, individually voiced bracing pattern.
Binding
Black (body), Maple (fretboard)
Soundhole Rosette
Rope Marquetry
Fretboard Inlay
4 dots + 12th fret diamond
Custom options available. Contact Us →
Tonewood Guide
Should I choose Koa or Tasmanian Blackwood?
It's the question we get asked the most. The short answer is to choose the tonewood or instrument that you like the looks of most, because each instrument we build is individually voiced to ensure the best possible tone.
Weissenborn Specifications
Each guitar is individually handcrafted; specifications may differ for aesthetic, tonal or structural reasons.
Scale Length
25" (635mm)
Body Depth
3" (76mm)
Width (lower bout)
15" (380mm)
Length
37.5" (952mm)
Bracing
X-Brace
Nut & Saddle
Bone
Case
Hardshell Plywood
Bridge Pins
Waverley Ivoroid
String Spacing
1.6" (40.5mm) Nut
2.5" (63.5mm) Saddle
Finish
Satin lacquer
Strings
14-56 Phosphor Bronze
Style 2 Weissenborn Guitars
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Hear.
The RW Sound.
Jacob Raagaard performs 'Joshua Tree' on a RW Tasmanian Blackwood Style 3 Weissenborn.
INDIVIDUALLY VOICED
Tone you can trust
Dynamic range, rich overtones, and long-lasting sustain
Our responsive instruments have earned the trust of beginners, part-time players - and even Grammy award winners across the globe.
From timber to timbre, every guitar is crafted to its best tonal characteristics. Responsive, dynamic, and focused sound for every player, every time.
buy it for life
A sound investment
Timeless form, figuring, and finish
Every component is cut, carved, sanded and assembled in a state-of-the-art boutique workshop in Brisbane, Australia. All with the singular purpose of bringing to life the authentic Weissenborn aesthetics into the modern world.
On display, or in your lap, the world will know you've made a sound investment.
THE NEW STANDARD IN QUALITY
Exceptional Craftsmanship
Beautiful on the inside, as well.
Up to 60 individual components, 800 individual segments of wood, and 1000s of individual steps per guitar, are handled personally by master luthier, Richard Wilson.
Every detail comes together to create an RW Weissenborn renowned for their quality materials, structural design, and craftsmanship. That somehow becomes more than the sum of its parts.
Custom Instruments
Looking for something else?
Whether it's a Style 2 with standard features or a custom creation, Richard Wilson can work with you to create the Weissenborn guitar of your dreams.
