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IN A NUTSHELL

IRIS GUITARS is the new production brand manufactured by Circle Strings and Fairbanks Guitars. After many years of custom guitar building, we are proud to introduce an affordable, high-end acoustic guitar line, made in the USA, that is the perfect tool for any beginner or professional musician. Making an acoustic guitar of high-end quality at a lower price point is not an easy task at such a small level, which is why only simple, minimalistic appointments are offered allowing us to prioritize using the best materials and hone the production process. Our goal is to make the best guitars we can for the player. 

 

‘My happy Iris Family. 12-Fret Smeck, ND-200 2021 Sarah Ryan limited edition, AND AB model with maple back & sides. Lots of love for these awesome builds. At these price points they really can't be beat. Been a player for a little over 50 years and have owned a lot of great guitars. I will say these are my favorite ones I've ever owned!” — Iris Owner Jim Miller

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LATEST model: the D-WH

The newest addition to the Iris line-up, the D-WH is our first square-shouldered dreadnought. Named after our very-own Will Hylton, head of CNC, the D-WH comes with a 25.5” scale length and features a southern-plains style pickguard.

The D-WH is now available to order through any of our authorized dealers!

 

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We’ve added a new option for the headstock logo for all Iris models! This new minimal design, that we refer to as the “Flower” logo, was debuted at the 2024 NAMM show, as an answer to some dealer requests, and now allows customers to pick a favored option when ordering their Iris (at no additional cost!).

While we still love our original headstock logo, and it remains the default option across all models, we’re thrilled to have an additional option that still fits with the unique Iris aesthetic.

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MS-00 AWARDED ‘PREMIER GEAR’

PremierGuitar Magazine reviewed the Iris MS-00 model in their August 2024 issue and we think they liked it. In fact, it received a “Premier Gear Award” and got a great review. “The MS-00 can go strum for strum with guitars that command much higher prices because it’s designed with only the absolute essentials in mind: sound and playability.” You can check out the entire review by clicking that button.

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IRIS GUITARS INSTAGRAM

View fullsize Big shout out to Iris luthier @benkintzley for the beautiful burst on this DF Relic! Ben has been training with Andy, our head of finish, to learn the ins-and-outs of the color process and we couldn’t be happier with his results on this guitar.
View fullsize 12-fret OG shipping out to @cartervintageguitars this week! Featuring a beautiful Iced Tea Burst, European Spruce top, Mahogany back/sides, Ivoroid binding, 1-3/4” nut width, 2-5/16” bridge spacing and Firestripe pickguard.
View fullsize Jeremy Schon @pigeonfunk of @pigeonsplaying stopped by the shop yesterday ahead of their show at @highergroundmusic! We gave him a tour and he also checked out some @circlestrings acoustics and @languedocguitars 🤘
View fullsize Tiny but mighty, the BB model is the smallest parlor size guitar in the Iris lineup and features a compact 3/4 design. During the folk boom of the ‘50s and ‘60s, the resurgence of acoustic music invited the industry to develop an instru
View fullsize Two left handed Iris guitars shipping out today to @woodstockschoolofmusic ! Pictured first is a Lefty AB Burst (Sitka/Mahogany) and second is a Lefty MS-00 Burst (Sitka/Mahogany). Reach out to Dave if you’re interested!
View fullsize Happiest of birthdays to the one and only @fairbanksguitars ! 🎂 We love ya, Dale! 🫶
View fullsize A special DF heading out to @folkwaymusic ! This one was upgraded with a Guild Sitka Spruce top, Indian Rosewood back/sides, Ivoroid binding, Flower headstock logo and a Firestripe pickguard. One of four guitars in their current shipment, reach o
View fullsize We’re in Germany this weekend for the Guitar Summit show! @musifacts is showcasing a fantastic selection of our guitars and we get to meet and connect with our European dealers. Visit booth 173 and 181 if you’re at the show to check out
View fullsize While there are many specifications to upgrade and play with, a couple features will remain the same on any SG-11 model, including the 24.75” scale length and Adirondack X-bracing. The Natural satin finish and Tortoise appointments are also sta
View fullsize The SG-11 model is the trimmed version of our Dan Erlewine signature model, which paid homage to the beloved KG-11. Simplified to fit within our streamlined process and the minimal Iris aesthetic, the SG-11 is a compact, square-shouldered guitar insp
View fullsize This pair are part of a batch of guitars shipped out to @j.rieck_music in Sioux Falls, SD this week: BB Cremona Burst (Sitka/Mahogany) JB Natural (Adirondack/Mahogany) Reach out to Josh if you’re interested in one of these and to see informat
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View fullsize Unless custom ordered, all Iris models come standard with the same specifications, such as a Sitka Spruce top, Mahogany back/sides and Natural finish. But did you know that you can select the “Mark Stutman Spec Package” when ordering an M
View fullsize Since its debut in 2022, the MS-00 quickly became one of our more popular models. This mid-thirties style guitar was developed closely with Mark Stutman of @folkwaymusic, of whom the model is named after. In addition to being the founder of Folkway
View fullsize Day 2 of @fretboardsummit was a blast! The guitars we brought have had a tremendous positive response and it’s always a fun time catching up with industry friends. A highlight from yesterday was sitting in on a discussion between John Thomas
View fullsize The team has landed in Chicago! Day one of @fretboardsummit 2024 is off to a great start. We have a fantastic assortment on display this year, including a Redwood/Figured Cherry Iris JB, the first @fairbanksguitars F-LG Super Smeck as well as the f
View fullsize RCM-000 Relic Black top upgraded with Black Locust back and sides 🖤 This is the first Iris guitar made with Black Locust but it surely won’t be the last! It’s one of the hardest woods in North America and very stiff, a great tonewood su