There’s something immediately arresting about the C.F. Holcomb Coyote. It feels familiar at a glance, yet the longer you look, the more it reveals itself as something entirely its own. This is not just an electric resonator. It is a carefully reimagined instrument where old-world resonance meets stripped-down, modern intent.

Chris Holcomb builds with a clear point of view, and the Coyote embodies that vision. Every line is deliberate. The compact silhouette carries a quiet confidence, while the koa top brings a natural warmth that contrasts beautifully against the darkened hardware and iron acetate stain. That finish sinks into the wood rather than sitting on top of it, giving the guitar an organic, almost weathered presence that feels earned rather than applied.

At the center of it all is the etched brass cover plate, raw and industrial, with a pattern that feels both functional and artistic. It frames the handmade biscuit bridge and hints at the mechanical soul of the instrument. This is where the voice begins. Dry, immediate, and percussive in the way only a resonator can be. But unlike traditional designs, the Coyote pushes forward into electric territory with purpose.

The Righteous Sound Coyote pickup translates that voice with clarity and attitude. It captures the snap of the biscuit bridge, the woody push of the mahogany back, and the shimmer of the koa top without flattening the character. With a simple master volume and tone, the control layout stays out of your way and lets your hands do the talking.

The build itself is tight and thoughtful. The maple neck adds snap and stability, paired with an Indian rosewood fingerboard that feels smooth and familiar. Even the Indian rosewood knobs tie back into the overall aesthetic, subtle details that show Holcomb is paying attention to the whole instrument, not just the headline features. Tortoise binding frames the body with a vintage nod, while Rubner tuning machines keep everything solid and precise.

At 5 pounds 15 ounces with a 25.5 inch scale, it sits comfortably and responds quickly. It is lively in your hands, with a directness that encourages you to dig in.

This is the kind of instrument that doesn’t try to fit into a category. It borrows from resonators, electrics, and boutique craftsmanship, then distills it into something raw, expressive, and unmistakably personal. The Coyote is not just built. It is voiced, shaped, and refined with intention at every step.

Other specifications include:

• Koa Top
• Mahogany Back
• Tortoise Binding
• Maple Neck
• Indian Rosewood Fingerboard
• Indian Rosewood Knobs
• Righteous Sound Coyote Pickup
• Master Volume, Master Tone
• Handmade Biscuit Bridge
• Etched Brass Cover Plate
• Rubner Tuning Machines
• Iron Acetate Stain with Osmo Finish
• 25.5" Scale Length
• 5 lbs 15 oz
• #C26069

For more information about the C.F. Holcomb Coyote, please contact us.