A LEGEND'S LEGACY

A handful of names in the guitar world transcend the brands they've worked for. John Cruz is one of them. For over three decades, he built some of the most sought-after instruments in the industry for the world's most famous players, earning a legendary reputation among collectors and musicians alike.

At the 2025 Winter NAMM show, we announced a new partnership with John, a shared vision to bring his mastery and extraordinary vision back into the spotlight.

The result of this collaboration is the Solana Studio JC, a guitar that perfectly marries vintage soul with modern refinements. While its core DNA is based on our acclaimed Solana model, this instrument features a carefully chosen set of vintage-style specs and select modern appointments.

This is a guitar born from decades of experience, designed to feel both instantly familiar and uniquely its own. It's the opportunity to own a piece of a legacy, a testament to the fact that true craftsmanship is timeless.

The Solana Studio SK is a special edition of our Solana model, personally spec'd by Iconic Guitars' own Shon Kornfeld.

Drawing on over 25 years of experience as both a performing musician and a guitar industry professional, Shon designed the SK as his own signature model, focusing on modern performance, versatile tones, and refined aesthetics. The timeless combination of an Alder body, Maple neck, and Indian Rosewood fretboard, paired with its hotter H3 and S2 pickups, allows the SK to excel at everything from lush, ambient shoegaze to modern hard rock and metal.

By avoiding unnecessary extras, this player-focused instrument embodies experience, balance, and intent—delivering professional-grade performance for working musicians.