Abasi Concepts
Since 2017
Founded in 2017 in California by progressive guitar luminary Tosin Abasi of Animals as Leaders, Abasi Concepts represents the bleeding edge of modern ergonomic guitar design and extended-range lutherie. Renowned for its distinctive organic teardrop body contour, multi-scale fanned fret fingerboards, and signature Fishman Fluence voice architectures, Abasi Concepts reimagines how an electric guitar balances against the human body whether seated in classical posture or standing on stage. The lineup spans the Korean/Indonesian-crafted Legion production line, Japanese-crafted custom runs, and the hyper-coveted USA Master Series hand-built in California. Outfitted with Jescar stainless steel frets, wenge or roasted maple necks, and proprietary hardware, models such as the Larada 6, 7, and 8, Space T, and ēmi command intense worldwide devotion and remarkable secondary market value retention.
9
Years in Business
7.5K+
Guitars Sold
$4.5M+
Annual Revenue
Complete Abasi Concepts Guitar Price & Valuation Guide (2026)
Comprehensive market valuation ranges, mint vs used condition pricing, tonewood specs, and historical price trends for Abasi Concepts guitars.
Abasi Concepts Price Overview
Abasi Concepts covers a wide range of instruments from entry-level to professional models. Typical used prices vary by condition, series and year. Higher-end USA models and limited editions retain value better than mass-market lines, while rare or vintage pieces often command significant premiums.
When evaluating value, consider originality (pickups, hardware), structural condition (neck, frets, finish) and documentation (serials, receipts, setup reports). Price dispersion across platforms is common; local stores offer service and inspection, whereas online marketplaces provide broader selection and price transparency.
For detailed buying advice, model comparisons and condition-based pricing, read the full guide linked above.
Market Overview
Average Price
$2,280
+4.8% vs last year
eBay Listings
42
Active listings
Sold This Month
14
+3.6% vs last month
Price Range
$1,350-$4,500
Current market range
Data sourced from eBay, Reverb, and Guitar Center used listings
Abasi Concepts Timeline
Brand Inception
Tosin Abasi unveils Abasi Concepts at NAMM, presenting an ergonomic teardrop design tailored for hybrid picking and thumping.
USA Custom Builds
Initial hand-built Master Series produced in Southern California in collaboration with Frank Falbo and Grover Jackson.
Legion Production Line Launch
Launches the Legion series with WMI Korea, bringing the Larada 7 and 8 with Fishman Fluence pickups to an accessible $1,799–$1,999 price point.
Larada 6 & Space T Introduction
Expands into 6-string standards and the Space T hybrid telecaster shape, broadening appeal to neo-soul, fusion, and studio session players.
ēmi Multi-Scale Range Expansion
Debuts the ēmi double-cut series with updated neck heel carve, compound radius stainless fretwork, and refined finish palettes.
Global Secondary Resale Dominance
Abasi instruments remain among the fastest-selling extended-range instruments on Reverb, with limited batch drops selling out in minutes.
Complete Abasi Concepts Product Lineup
Abasi Concepts fuses high-concept organic ergonomics with extended-range acoustic science, creating tools that liberate modern technical musicians.
Legion Series (Production)
High-performance production models built with basswood, wenge necks, and signature Fishman Fluence pickups
25.5" straight scale, Gotoh 510 tremolo, Fishman Fluence Tosin Abasi pickups (~$1,450–$1,850 used)
Multi-scale 25.5"–27" fanned frets, individual string saddles, ergonomic teardrop carve (~$1,550–$2,100 used)
Multi-scale 25.5"–27.5" 8-string beast, full register clarity with Fishman 3-voice switching (~$1,650–$2,200 used)
USA Master Series & Custom
California hand-built flagship instruments featuring figured woods, set-neck construction, and Master-grade appointments
Hand-selected lightweight alder/swamp ash, set maple neck, Jescar stainless frets, custom finishes (~$3,200–$4,500 used)
Ergonomic T-style offset with Tele bridge clarity combined with Tosin Abasi neck profile (~$2,800–$3,800 used)
ēmi Series & Modern Shapes
Double-cut ergonomic designs tailored for extended reach across upper registers
Dual-cutaway ergonomic body, Luminlay side markers, direct-mount Fishman Fluence (~$1,700–$2,300 used)
Precision lead instrument for high-speed technical fusion and progressive metal (~$1,600–$2,100 used)
"Abasi Concepts fuses high-concept organic ergonomics with extended-range acoustic science, creating tools that liberate modern technical musicians."
Model-Specific Buying Guide
Each model has unique characteristics that affect both tone and value. Here's what to look for when buying specific models.
Larada Legion 7 & 8 Valuation & Inspection Guide
Multi-Scale Fanned Fret Geometry
Verify fret edge finishing on the wenge neck. Multi-scale models run from 25.5" on the high strings to 27" or 27.5" on the low strings; check that string spacing over individual saddle bridges is perfectly aligned.
Fishman Fluence Voice & Battery Pack
Inspect the Fishman rechargeable lithium-ion battery pack and micro-USB port located in the control cavity. Ensure both Voice 1 (modern active high output) and Voice 2 (passive dynamics) switch cleanly via the push-pull volume pot.
Matte Finish Shine Buffing
Matte and satin finishes (such as Stealth Black and Overcast) naturally polish into shiny gloss spots from picking arm contact. Pristine unbuffed matte finishes command a $100–$150 premium on Reverb.
USA Master Series vs Legion Identification
Neck Construction & Heel Carve
USA Master Series instruments feature set-neck or sculpted neck-through construction with eastern rock maple or exotic laminates, whereas Legion series models utilize a sculpted 4-bolt neck plate or recessed ferrules.
Hardware & Bridge Appointments
Master Series instruments feature Hipshot USA custom bridges or Floyd Rose non-fine tuner units and laser-engraved USA backplates. Verify the factory certificate and heavy-duty custom hardshell case.
Used Resale Premium
Due to tiny California production batches that drop in quantities of 20–50 units, USA Master models maintain over 85–92% of their new retail MSRP on the secondary market.
Pre-Purchase Checklist & Counterfeit Prevention
Headstock Laser Stamp & Serial
Authentic Abasi guitars feature a clean laser-etched serial on the rear of the stylized asymmetrical headstock or neck heel. Counterfeits frequently display crude silk-screened logos or incorrect font kerning.
Spoke Wheel Truss Rod Functionality
The spoke wheel truss rod adjustment at the neck heel should turn smoothly in both directions without binding against the dual carbon fiber reinforcement rods inside the neck.
Ergonomic Balance Verification
When seated in classical left-thigh posture, an authentic Larada body wing should lock comfortably against the torso with zero neck-dive, even on heavy 8-string models.