The Collings Forum

I recently purchased a used Collings SoCo LC-16 Deluxe. I love the guitar but it has no pickguard and I'd like to have one as when I play rhythm, I can tend to stray with the right hand. I contacted Collings, but they told me due to Covid-19 all their production efforts were concentrated on ...

I did finally receive my Collings SoCo LC 16 today. It was in great shape and sounds amazing. I haven't had a lot of time to play it, but after the honeymoon period, I'll offer my thoughts!

So have you gotten in to it yet? I am also considering. What are your impressions?


Unfortunately, I purchased the guitar used out of Austin, TX off of Reverb and the shipping (Fed Ex) has been delayed because of the Winter Storm. It was suppose to arrive yesterday, but now it is simply on ...

So have you gotten in to it yet? I am also considering. What are your impressions?


Unfortunately, I purchased the guitar used out of Austin, TX off of Reverb and the shipping (Fed Ex) has been delayed because of the Winter Storm. It was suppose to arrive yesterday, but now it is simply on hold ...

I recently purchased a Collings SoCo 16 LC , which should arrive any day. Of course, with Collings the fit, finish, tone, is absolutely exquisite. However, I did notice Collings uses the infamous Nickle-coated Zinc Kluson ABR-1 + Tailpiece. Not to question a company known for their top-notch ...

Frank Sanns wrote: Sat Dec 12, 2020 4:07 am The I's have it.

Love the I-35LC. And, that OX Top Box, truly a mighty tone weapon in the right hands....

I have a SoCo LC 16 Deluxe coming in two days. I almost purchased the I-35LC but was told the SoCo 16LC is closer in tone to a vintage ES-335. My first Collings and I'm very excited!

I have a SoCo 16 LC Deluxe arriving in two days. This is my first Collings, I'm very excited!