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The real costs of flying with a guitar.
At Ciari Guitars, we often are asked the question, “Why not invest in a hard case instead?” We’ve taken the time to analyze the real costs of flying with a...
The real costs of flying with a guitar.
At Ciari Guitars, we often are asked the question, “Why not invest in a hard case instead?” We’ve taken the time to analyze the real costs of flying with a...
Watch the Ascender make its network debut in Na...
See the Ascender make its network debut in the hands of GRAMMY®-winning artist Darius Rucker's guitarist, Quinton Gibson, during New Year's Eve Live: Nashville's Big Bash, live on CBS.
Watch the Ascender make its network debut in Na...
See the Ascender make its network debut in the hands of GRAMMY®-winning artist Darius Rucker's guitarist, Quinton Gibson, during New Year's Eve Live: Nashville's Big Bash, live on CBS.
See you at Wedgewood-Houston Music Fest Saturda...
Ciari Guitars is one of the proud sponsors of Nashville's first Wedgewood-Houston Music Fest! Come out for a day filled with great music and food trucks, and best of all,...
See you at Wedgewood-Houston Music Fest Saturda...
Ciari Guitars is one of the proud sponsors of Nashville's first Wedgewood-Houston Music Fest! Come out for a day filled with great music and food trucks, and best of all,...
Guitar World Magazine features the Ascender by ...
NAMM 2022: Back in 2020, Ciari Guitars stunned audiences with its foldable Ascender Custom electric guitar, which brought an all-new-meaning to the phrase “travel guitar." Now, the San Diego-based brand is back...
Guitar World Magazine features the Ascender by ...
NAMM 2022: Back in 2020, Ciari Guitars stunned audiences with its foldable Ascender Custom electric guitar, which brought an all-new-meaning to the phrase “travel guitar." Now, the San Diego-based brand is back...
Check out NAMM's article about Ciari Guitars
Ciari Guitars was interviewed for the National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) for their article, Ciari Guitars Offers Travelers an Oasis Amidst the Chaos. "The thought of boarding an airplane as a musician...
Check out NAMM's article about Ciari Guitars
Ciari Guitars was interviewed for the National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) for their article, Ciari Guitars Offers Travelers an Oasis Amidst the Chaos. "The thought of boarding an airplane as a musician...
Ciari Guitars on Guitar Gavel Podcast: From the...
In his Guitar Gavel podcast interview with David Still, watch Jonathan Spangler, CEO & Founder of Ciari Guitars, tell the story of the world's first professional folding guitar. When I asked Jonathan...
Ciari Guitars on Guitar Gavel Podcast: From the...
In his Guitar Gavel podcast interview with David Still, watch Jonathan Spangler, CEO & Founder of Ciari Guitars, tell the story of the world's first professional folding guitar. When I asked Jonathan...
Press Release: NAMM Media Day, Ascender Standar...
Ciari Guitars Announces Participation in NAMM Media Day and Launch of Latest Innovations at The NAMM Show 2022: Ascender Standard™ Folding Electric Guitar and Music Oasis™ In-Airport Guitar Lounge Ascender Standard...
Press Release: NAMM Media Day, Ascender Standar...
Ciari Guitars Announces Participation in NAMM Media Day and Launch of Latest Innovations at The NAMM Show 2022: Ascender Standard™ Folding Electric Guitar and Music Oasis™ In-Airport Guitar Lounge Ascender Standard...
FAQ’s: Getting into the Grooves of the Ascender
When you look at the Ascender, the first thing you might notice (after you’re past the fact that the guitar is folded!) are the six V-grooves just before the 12th...
FAQ’s: Getting into the Grooves of the Ascender
When you look at the Ascender, the first thing you might notice (after you’re past the fact that the guitar is folded!) are the six V-grooves just before the 12th...
Video Tutorial: The Controls of the Ascender
Curious about the sound and versatility of a premium travel guitar with foldable convenience? Tommy Benson, talented guitarist with the Ciari Guitars team and host of Guitar Gods Power Hour...
Video Tutorial: The Controls of the Ascender
Curious about the sound and versatility of a premium travel guitar with foldable convenience? Tommy Benson, talented guitarist with the Ciari Guitars team and host of Guitar Gods Power Hour...
FAQs: Staying Above the Fold of the Ascender
Whether it was in person, in the Ciari Gig Bag, or under an airline seat… by now you’ve likely seen the Ascender by Ciari Guitars folded in half and have a...
FAQs: Staying Above the Fold of the Ascender
Whether it was in person, in the Ciari Gig Bag, or under an airline seat… by now you’ve likely seen the Ascender by Ciari Guitars folded in half and have a...
Artist Spotlight: The Revelries
This four-pack of talented musicians, hailing from Baton Route, Louisiana, have been a huge supporter of Ciari Guitars since our launch at Summer NAMM in Nashville, TN. The guitar-driven alternative...
Artist Spotlight: The Revelries
This four-pack of talented musicians, hailing from Baton Route, Louisiana, have been a huge supporter of Ciari Guitars since our launch at Summer NAMM in Nashville, TN. The guitar-driven alternative...
Summer NAMM was the perfect place to launch the...
Given that our guitars are made right in Nashville, Tennessee, launching the Ascender at Summer NAMM 2019 was incredibly special to the Ciari Guitars team. We spent our inspiring weekend...
Summer NAMM was the perfect place to launch the...
Given that our guitars are made right in Nashville, Tennessee, launching the Ascender at Summer NAMM 2019 was incredibly special to the Ciari Guitars team. We spent our inspiring weekend...
Introducing the world’s most innovative guitar
The Ascender is a gig-ready, premium travel guitar, fitted with an innovative folding neck and top-notch hardware components, for traveling musicians who value quality and sound, but don’t want to...
Introducing the world’s most innovative guitar
The Ascender is a gig-ready, premium travel guitar, fitted with an innovative folding neck and top-notch hardware components, for traveling musicians who value quality and sound, but don’t want to...
What type of travel guitar is right for me?
Traveling musicians know that the cargo hold on an airplane is a less than ideal place to store a favorite guitar. The cold temperatures can wreak havoc on the guitar’s...
What type of travel guitar is right for me?
Traveling musicians know that the cargo hold on an airplane is a less than ideal place to store a favorite guitar. The cold temperatures can wreak havoc on the guitar’s...
The Ascender is the perfect outlet for frequent...
The lifestyle of the frequent traveler may seem glamorous. From business class airfare, to poolside “working” lunches surrounded by palms trees and ocean views, to legendary deals made on pristine...
The Ascender is the perfect outlet for frequent...
The lifestyle of the frequent traveler may seem glamorous. From business class airfare, to poolside “working” lunches surrounded by palms trees and ocean views, to legendary deals made on pristine...
Horror Stories Of Traveling With a Guitar
Every guitar lover has seen the viral video by Canadian musician Dave Carroll, United Breaks Guitars, and winced at the thought of their favorite instrument being damaged or even ruined by...
Horror Stories Of Traveling With a Guitar
Every guitar lover has seen the viral video by Canadian musician Dave Carroll, United Breaks Guitars, and winced at the thought of their favorite instrument being damaged or even ruined by...
The Plott Hounds show off epic guitar solo on t...
Every Friday during the summer, Music @ The Shed features live music by regional and national bands at the coolest outdoor music venue in Northwest Wisconsin. Kai Brewster, a close...
The Plott Hounds show off epic guitar solo on t...
Every Friday during the summer, Music @ The Shed features live music by regional and national bands at the coolest outdoor music venue in Northwest Wisconsin. Kai Brewster, a close...
Ciari Guitars featured in the Music & Sound Ret...
Ciari Guitars CEO & Founder Jonathan Spangler was spotted holding an Ascender Custom guitar in Music & Sound Retailer Magazine’s cover story, Summer NAMM is back! First in-person NAMM Show...
Ciari Guitars featured in the Music & Sound Ret...
Ciari Guitars CEO & Founder Jonathan Spangler was spotted holding an Ascender Custom guitar in Music & Sound Retailer Magazine’s cover story, Summer NAMM is back! First in-person NAMM Show...
Guitar World: See how Ciari Guitars' Ascender m...
“We've seen our fair share of nice electric guitars these past few days, but we certainly haven't seen any that can be folded!” Read Full Article
Guitar World: See how Ciari Guitars' Ascender m...
“We've seen our fair share of nice electric guitars these past few days, but we certainly haven't seen any that can be folded!” Read Full Article
San Diego Business Journal: Ciari Guitars Makes...
Ciari Guitars is thrilled to have been featured in San Diego Business Journal in March 2020.
San Diego Business Journal: Ciari Guitars Makes...
Ciari Guitars is thrilled to have been featured in San Diego Business Journal in March 2020.
Ciari Guitars Expands Global Patent Portfolio W...
Ciari Guitars, Inc., an emerging music-tech company focused on guitar-related innovation, today announced the expansion of its global patent portfolio with the issuance of US Patent No. 11,306,498 for “In-Airport...
Ciari Guitars Expands Global Patent Portfolio W...
Ciari Guitars, Inc., an emerging music-tech company focused on guitar-related innovation, today announced the expansion of its global patent portfolio with the issuance of US Patent No. 11,306,498 for “In-Airport...
Ciari Guitars names Eric Dorton President & Chi...
Dorton brings successful sales, marketing, and commercial experience – both within and outside guitar industry – to Ciari Guitars as product line expands Eric Dorton, newly appointed President of Ciari...
Ciari Guitars names Eric Dorton President & Chi...
Dorton brings successful sales, marketing, and commercial experience – both within and outside guitar industry – to Ciari Guitars as product line expands Eric Dorton, newly appointed President of Ciari...
The Ascender and Boss Waza-Air: The ultimate co...
It’s not news that the world’s most popular instrument isn’t exactly convenient to lug around. One of the best portable pairings for on-the-go guitarists is the Ascender guitar with Boss...
The Ascender and Boss Waza-Air: The ultimate co...
It’s not news that the world’s most popular instrument isn’t exactly convenient to lug around. One of the best portable pairings for on-the-go guitarists is the Ascender guitar with Boss...
A Fall 2021 update from the Founder & CEO of Ci...
Once again, it is that special time of year to reflect on what we are most thankful for. With travel and live music continuing to open back up, we are...
A Fall 2021 update from the Founder & CEO of Ci...
Once again, it is that special time of year to reflect on what we are most thankful for. With travel and live music continuing to open back up, we are...
Shaping the future: impressive full-size produc...
From folding guitars to foldable bikes, these feats of engineering are far from gimmicks. Whether it’s out of love for clever engineering or out of necessity for compact lifestyles, there’s...
Shaping the future: impressive full-size produc...
From folding guitars to foldable bikes, these feats of engineering are far from gimmicks. Whether it’s out of love for clever engineering or out of necessity for compact lifestyles, there’s...
Ciari Guitars featured in The Business Side of ...
Bob Bender of The Business Side of Music doesn’t typically focus on consumer products, but when he met Jonathan Spangler, CEO & Founder of Ciari Guitars, he had to bring...
Ciari Guitars featured in The Business Side of ...
Bob Bender of The Business Side of Music doesn’t typically focus on consumer products, but when he met Jonathan Spangler, CEO & Founder of Ciari Guitars, he had to bring...
Ciari Guitars receives fourth US patent for fol...
We are so proud to announce that we secured our 4th US patent on September 14th, further validating and protecting the folding technology of our guitar—from the Ascender’s actuator (the...
Ciari Guitars receives fourth US patent for fol...
We are so proud to announce that we secured our 4th US patent on September 14th, further validating and protecting the folding technology of our guitar—from the Ascender’s actuator (the...
Ciari Guitars featured in Music Inc. Magazine a...
Ciari Guitars was featured in the September 2021 Music Inc. Magazine (as well as the Finance section of their website) after fundraising $1.5M. “It was extremely exciting to invite the...
Ciari Guitars featured in Music Inc. Magazine a...
Ciari Guitars was featured in the September 2021 Music Inc. Magazine (as well as the Finance section of their website) after fundraising $1.5M. “It was extremely exciting to invite the...
A Summer 2021 update from Jonathan Spangler
What a summer it has been! With safe travel back in swing, Ciari Guitars hit the road hard after raising $1.5M+ in Q2 to scale our collection of professional guitars...
A Summer 2021 update from Jonathan Spangler
What a summer it has been! With safe travel back in swing, Ciari Guitars hit the road hard after raising $1.5M+ in Q2 to scale our collection of professional guitars...