{"product_id":"machmachines-cuyler-model-hollow-body-electric-guitar","title":"MachMachines Cuyler Model Hollow-Body Electric Guitar","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt FRET12, we're committed to local makers and independent luthiers, which is why we've decided to partner up with MachMachines to feature two more of their beautiful instruments in our shop! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMachMachines 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. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMachMachines is where instruments are made, not manufactured, built for fit and feel, and played for keeps. They make sound that stays.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCuyler Model Hollow-Body Electric Guitar\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Cuyler Guitar is MachMachines’ signature instrument, a lightweight jazz\/rock hybrid with the tonal quality of a jazz guitar without the bulk of a jazz box.  Weighing in at less than 6 pounds, this handmade guitar represents the best of Chicago’s music scene and craftsmanship. It was made to display in the Vintage Amps Podcast Room at the 2025 Fretboard Summit at Old Town School of Folk Music and subsequently featured in the MachMachines exhibit at the 2026 Fretboard Summit with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fret12.com\/products\/machmachines-cuyler-model-hollow-body-electric-bass-guitar\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eits companion Cuyler Bass\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fret12.com\/products\/machmachines-cuyler-model-hollow-body-electric-bass-guitar\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e, which is also available through FRET12\u003c\/a\u003e. 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Customer may call or email to coordinate pickup with the shop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCustomer 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. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-2cb4ff62-7fff-c204-278f-6705eb615085\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MachMachines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44122007666806,"sku":"Guitar-003505","price":3800.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1555\/4315\/files\/2026_MachMachines_CuylerModelHollow-BodyGuitar-1.jpg?v=1788973821","url":"https:\/\/www.fret12.com\/products\/machmachines-cuyler-model-hollow-body-electric-guitar","provider":"FRET12","version":"1.0","type":"link"}