Continental CSE-N BRUSHED

The Continental Guitars Legacy — Resurrecting Resonance Since 1992
For decades after World War II, the haunting, metallic voice of the Tricone Resonator guitar had all but vanished. With origins in pre-war Czechoslovakia, these metal-bodied instruments disappeared from production across continents — and with them, a piece of music history. Legend has it the original templates and forms were melted down for war supplies. Whether myth or truth, the silence they left behind was real.

By the early 1990s, a passionate revival was underway. The original molds were lost to time, so new ones were painstakingly crafted from scratch. In 1992, Continental Guitars emerged — marking the first globally available Tricone Resonators since WWII. At the time, vintage models were rare and costly, often “square neck” designs fetching upwards of $5,000 in poor condition and over $10,000 in pristine shape. Continental broke through that exclusivity, offering musicians a new standard of quality and accessibility.

The response was immediate. Distribution partners across the USA, UK and various European Countries embraced the brand. Musicians took notice. Bon Jovi was seen on tour in the early ’90s playing a Continental, and in a recent auction, the late Rory Gallagher’s 1993 Continental CS-N sold for over £16,000 — a testament to the brand’s enduring value.

Affectionately known as “Contis” among collectors and players, each guitar was a global collaboration:

Bodies forged in the Czech Republic
Handspun cones crafted in Hungary
Necks precision-made in Japan

Though the story began with Tricones, the lineup quickly expanded to include single cone models, square necks, round necks, and a variety of finishes — including sandblasted bodies tailored to different playing styles.

After years of anticipation, Continental Guitars is back. With the same attention to detail, the same specs honed over decades — but with a streamlined production model. Today, Continentals are handcrafted with close partners in China, while still individually inspected in Germany before reaching global distributors. The game has changed. The “Made in…” stamp no longer defines quality the way it once did.

But one thing hasn’t changed: If it says “Continental” on the headstock, it speaks with authority.

From blues roots to global stages, the sound never died — it just waited.
Played by legends, loved by collectors — Contis speak for themselves.

Now reborn, with the same specs and spirit — ready for the next generation.

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