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Breedlove is a US guitar company based in Bend, Oregon that specializes in custom, fingerstyle guitars.

History and Background
Breedlove Guitar Company was established in 1990 by luthiers Larry Breedlove and Steve Henderson, while working at Taylor Guitars. After moving to Oregon, Breedlove and Henderson began specializing in custom, fingerstyle six and twelve string guitars. In 1991 the first Breedlove guitar model appeared in stores throughout the country, after experiments with the JLD bridge truss system and various bracing techniques that led to the Breedlove Sound." Around 1994, Larry's brother, Kim Breedlove, joined Larry and Steve as a master craftsman. Breedlove strives to be environmentally conscious, and is "dedicated to selecting alternatives to endangered rainforest woods." Breedlove has since expanded to include guitars, mandolins, and ukuleles.

Models
Guitar models currently include the Master Class, American Series, Cascade series, Atlas series, Passport Plus, and Passport, as well as 12-string models and Bass models.

Mandolin models currently include the Master Class and American Series.

Ukulele models currently include Tenor ukulele, and the American Tenor ukulele.

Artists
Musicians who play Breedlove instruments include: http://breedlovemusic.com/artists/breedlove-artists
 * Ryan Cabrera
 * Randy Scruggs
 * Justin Moore
 * Chris Funk, member of The Decemberists
 * Kristian Bush, member of Sugarland