MachMachines Bell Model Acoustic Guitar

At FRET12, we're committed to local makers and independent luthiers, which is why we've decided to partner up with MachMachines to feature two of their beautiful guitars in our shop! 

MachMachines is an independent maker of acoustic and electric guitars, basses, ukuleles, and instrument accessories. Founded by two Chicago-native musicians, like us here at FRET12, they believe that a favorite instrument is more than a prized possession — it’s a lifelong relationship. 

Each of their music machines is crafted in historic Oak Park, Illinois by David Mach Showalter, a Roberto-Venn certified luthier who trained in Chicago’s most legendary musical instrument companies.

MachMachines is where instruments are made, not manufactured, built for fit and feel, and played for keeps. They make sound that stays.

Acoustic Bell

The Bell Model is the MachMachines take on a slope-shoulder dreadnought. It’s smaller than a traditional dreadnought, which lends itself to fingerstyle playing without compromising volume and projection. This one-of-a-kind build features a Port Orford Cedar top and Tasmanian Blackwood back and sides, which provide an instant and crisp attack with a lovely sustain. Comes with hardshell case!

MATERIALS

• Top: Port Orford Cedar
• Back & Sides: Tasmanian Blackwood
• Neck: Honduran Mahogany
• Fretboard: Curly Katalox
• Head Plate Veneers: Tasmanian Blackwood
• Bridge: Ebony
• Body & Fretboard Binding: Curly Maple

DIMENSIONS

• Overall Length: 39.25 inches
• Scale Length: 25.5 inches
• Weight: 3.6 lbs.
• Fret Count: 14 Frets to the Body

PARTS

• Tuners: Rubner Single Slotted Head with Rosewood Knobs
• Rosette: Abalone Shell and Tasmanian Blackwood
• Fretboard Inlay: Abalone Shell
• Side Dot Inlay: Abalone Shell
• Build Date: June 2025

SHIPPING POLICY

This item is available for PICKUP ONLY at the FRET12 Shop at the Salt Shed in Chicago. Customer may call or email to coordinate pickup with the shop.

Customer is responsible for any further shipping which may be required, including shipping and insurance costs, damage liability, and lost or stolen packages. Call 630-528-8541 during regular business hours or email orders@fret12.com to inquire about shipping logistics.