Well, since others went first, I gotta put a good word in for my friends at Pimentel Guitars here in Albuquerque. (See the link in the the links section of Mudcat). They produce award winning guitars, but are relatively unknown (make about 300 guitars a year). Their guitars are not only musically superior, but the hand worked inlays are some of the most beautiful woodwork that you will see. Each guitar is unique to the owner - no two are ever allowed to be exactly alike. The designs may be similar, but must be altered in some form or fashion (color, some design alteration). Price ranges from about $1,200 up to $10,000 or more. These guitars have been used as awards for guitar playing championships, and are coveted by musicians of all types: classical, Flamenco, steel string, 12-string, jazz fusion, you name it. All the guitar makers are members of the Pimentel family, and two of the sons are renowned classical guitarists. Give them a look-see.

Freightdawg, proud owner of multiple Pimentels, soon to be more.