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Santa Cruz Guitar Company marks half-century of guitar making
Summary by The San Francisco Editorial Desk Joe Rosato Jr. , as published by NBC Bay Area (KNTV, NBC)
· August 24, 2026
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Key points Santa Cruz Guitar Company has reached its 50th year of creating high-end guitars. The company's founder, Richard Hoover, is known for handcrafting guitars played by various musicians.
A boutique guitar maker is marking a significant milestone. Santa Cruz Guitar Company has reached its 50th year of creating high-end guitars. The company's founder, Richard Hoover, is known for handcrafting guitars played by various musicians.
The guitars are made in an industrial area and are used by a range of players, from well-known musicians to casual strummers.
Further details about the company's history and achievements are available, including comments from its founder on the joy of making music and bringing happiness to others.
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Category: business Published: August 24, 2026 Source: NBC Bay Area (KNTV, NBC) Reading time: 1 min
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