Tom Anderson Raven | Golden Age of Gear Ep. 29

This week on the Golden Age of Gear, Joey and Derek dive into a custom-made masterpiece: the Tom Anderson Raven.

Derek walks us through the story behind this stunning silver sparkle Raven, built to his specs after Tom Anderson reached out for a trade that ended with a dream guitar. From the unique neck pocket design with just two screws, to the perfectly matched headstock color and Buzz Feiten tuning system, this Raven is packed with thoughtful details that set Anderson guitars apart.

We dig into what makes Tom Anderson one of the most respected builders in the US, compare it to other top-tier custom brands, and swap stories about why it’s worth investing in an instrument that feels like a true “forever guitar.” Along the way, Derek and Joey check out the Raven’s versatile HSS pickup setup, explore the switching system, and reflect on how this guitar has held up through dry Canadian winters (and a little inevitable fret sprout).

Whether you’ve always been curious about Tom Anderson’s work or you just love geeking out over beautiful custom builds, you’ll enjoy this look at one of the most inspiring guitars in the shop.

👉 What’s your “forever guitar”? Tell us in the comments!

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