Cole Clark
Since 2001
Founded in 2001 in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia by Bradley Clark (former CEO of Maton) and Adam Cole, Cole Clark is a pioneer in sustainable modern acoustic engineering. Globally renowned for its patented 3-Way acoustic pickup system, Spanish heel integral neck construction, and exclusive use of sustainably harvested Australian native tonewoods—including Bunya, Tasmanian Blackwood, Queensland Maple, and River She Oak—Cole Clark delivers what touring musicians and acoustic purists consider the most natural, feedback-resistant amplified acoustic tone in the world.
25
Years in Business
120K+
Guitars Sold
$14M+
Annual Revenue
Complete Cole Clark Guitar Price & Valuation Guide (2026)
Comprehensive market valuation ranges, mint vs used condition pricing, tonewood specs, and historical price trends for Cole Clark guitars.
Cole Clark Price Overview
Cole Clark 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
$1,750
+4.5% vs last year
eBay Listings
210
Active listings
Sold This Month
48
+3.2% vs last month
Price Range
$850-$3,800
Current market range
Data sourced from eBay, Reverb, and Guitar Center used listings
Cole Clark Timeline
Brad Clark & Adam Cole Found Cole Clark
Former Maton CEO Brad Clark teams up with Adam Cole in Melbourne, pioneering internally carved tops with Spanish heel construction.
Fat Lady (FL) Dreadnought Debut
Launched the iconic Fat Lady dreadnought series constructed entirely from Australian Bunya and Queensland Maple.
Patented 3-Way Acoustic Pickup System
Revolutionized live acoustic amplification by combining an undersaddle piezo, patented acoustic soundboard face sensor, and condenser mic.
Angel (AN) Grand Auditorium Released
Introduced the curvaceous Angel series, offering fingerstyle articulation with stage-ready feedback rejection.
True Hybrid Series Launched
Combined authentic acoustic tonewoods with magnetic humbuckers and acoustic pickup systems in one versatile stage instrument.
Global Live Performance Standard
Recognized by top touring guitarists including Jack Johnson, Lloyd Spiegel, and Maneli Jamal as the premier acoustic-electric.
Complete Cole Clark Product Lineup
Cole Clark guitars solve the fundamental problem of acoustic amplification: pure, organic wooden resonance without piezo quack or low-end stage howling.
Fat Lady Series (Dreadnought)
High-output, room-filling dreadnoughts crafted with integral Spanish heel necks for maximum acoustic sustain and punch.
Series 1 cutaway dreadnought with Bunya top and Queensland Maple back and sides.
Series 2 cutaway with all-Tasmanian Blackwood body and patented 3-way pickup system.
Series 3 flagship dreadnought with mastergrade timbers, abalone rosette, and timber binding.
Angel Series (Grand Auditorium)
Ergonomic grand auditorium acoustics engineered for dynamic fingerstyle articulation and mid-range balance.
Concert-ready Angel 1 with solid Bunya soundboard and Queensland Maple neck.
Best-selling all-Blackwood Angel 2 featuring rich sustain and studio-grade stage projection.
Australian Redwood top paired with Tasmanian Blackwood back and sides for lush harmonic overtone bloom.
Little Lady & True Hybrid
Specialized instruments including travel-size powerhouses and dual-voice acoustic-electric stage hybrids.
Solid Australian timber 3/4 parlor travel guitar loaded with full-scale 2-way/3-way stage electronics.
Thinline semi-hollow body equipped with dual humbuckers and acoustic face sensor for seamless genre blending.
"Cole Clark guitars solve the fundamental problem of acoustic amplification: pure, organic wooden resonance without piezo quack or low-end stage howling."
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.
The Benchmark Touring Acoustic-Electric ($1,650 – $2,300 Used)
All-Blackwood Construction
Tasmanian Blackwood provides clear mahogany-like midrange warmth coupled with koa-like top-end sparkle.
Patented 3-Way System
Blends an undersaddle piezo (under 350Hz), top-mounted Face Sensor (350Hz–2.5kHz), and microphone (2.5kHz+) for unrivaled live fidelity.
High Secondary Liquidity
One of Australia's strongest acoustic export exports, retaining 65–75% of original retail value.
Versatile Fingerstyle Stage Weapon ($1,550 – $2,200 Used)
Bunya & Blackwood Duo
Australian Bunya pine is stiffer and harder than Sitka spruce, offering immense dynamic ceiling and percussive response.
Spanish Heel Neck
Neck extends continuously beneath the soundboard to the soundhole, providing rock-solid structural stability and zero neck-block shift.
Stage-Ready Ergonomics
Curved waist and compact depth provide superior comfort during long seated or standing performances.