Description

I’ve played a lot of guitars in my time, but nothing has quite captured my heart the way the Collings D2H T has. From the moment I strummed the first chord, it was like meeting up with an old friend—comfortable, familiar, and full of soul. But make no mistake, this guitar is anything but ordinary.

Let’s start with the baked Sitka spruce top. What a difference this makes! The torrefaction process seems to unlock the hidden potential of the wood, making it sound like it’s already been played for decades. The warmth and responsiveness are off the charts. Each note blooms with clarity and richness, while the low end is deep without ever being muddy. The highs sparkle just the right amount—enough to cut through a mix, but never harsh. Strumming full-bodied chords or picking through delicate fingerstyle runs, the D2H T handles both with grace.

The Indian rosewood back and sides? They’re the perfect complement. The depth of the bass is lush, almost orchestral, while the mids are balanced and articulate. Together, these tonewoods make the D2H T feel alive—like it’s listening to you, and responding to exactly what you need in the moment.

Collings is known for their impeccable craftsmanship, and this guitar is no exception. The traditional build style brings out a vintage vibe, but with all the advantages of modern construction. The neck is unbelievably comfortable. It’s got just the right amount of heft to feel solid, but with a slimness that makes transitions smooth and fast. The fretwork is flawless, and the setup out of the box was perfect—action low enough for easy playability, but not so low that you lose any tone.

And then there’s the aesthetic: this guitar is stunning. The grain of the baked Sitka spruce top has a gorgeous, almost honeyed glow, while the Indian rosewood back and sides have this deep, rich color that adds a sense of elegance. Every inch of this guitar, from the herringbone purfling to the beautifully sculpted headstock, exudes class and craftsmanship.

It’s the little things that really elevate this guitar. The way the notes decay just long enough, the responsiveness to both light and aggressive playing styles, the balance when sitting or standing—everything feels thought through. I’ve played guitars that sound good but don’t feel right; the D2H T doesn’t just sound great, it becomes an extension of your musical expression.

If you’re a flatpicker, this guitar is a dream. The projection and clarity are unmatched. For fingerstyle, it sings with sensitivity and nuance. The versatility makes it the perfect companion for almost any style of playing.

Other specifications include:

Top Baked Sitka spruce
Back & Sides East Indian rosewood
Construction Traditional Series Build and Voicing
Neck Honduran mahogany
Body Binding Ivoroid with small brown herringbone purfling
Fingerboard Binding None
Peghead Binding None
Bridge Ebony belly-style with 2 5/16" spacing
Fingerboard Ebony with gold MOP long diamond & squares
Fingerboard Radius 14" - 26" compound
Bridge Pins/End Pin Ivoroid with black dot
Nut Bone, 1 3/4"
Saddle Bone, cut-through
Neck Profile Traditional
Peghead Profile Tapered square with volute
Neck Joint Mortise & tenon hybrid
Truss Rod Fully adjustable
Frets Medium 18% nickel-silver
Peghead Veneer Stained Exotic Ebony with gold MOP Collings Logo
Tuners Nickel Waverly (16:1 ratio)
Backstrip 2-style (Zipper)
Rosette Custom wood rosette
Scale Length 25 1/2"
Brace Material Sitka spruce
Brace Pattern Custom Traditional Series pre-war scalloped X-brace (no tongue brace)
Body Finish High gloss ultra-thin nitrocellulose lacquer
Neck Finish High gloss ultra-thin nitrocellulose lacquer
Pickguard Tortoise
Body Length 20"
Body Depth 4 7/8"
Lower Bout Width 15 5/8"
Total Length 40 1/4"
Traditional Package
Strings D'Addario EJ-17 (.013"- .056")
Neck Profile Traditional (0.815" @ 1st Fret/1.018" @ 9th Fret)
Body Length 20"
Body Depth 4 7/8"
Lower Bout Width 15 5/8"
Total Length 40 1/4"
Case Deluxe hardshell case
4 lbs 9 oz