The relationship between a musician and their instrument is a sacred one. A musical instrument is like an extension of the body, an extra voice, or another hand. Playing a musical instrument is a means of communication, a method of telling people what you think and how you feel without using words. It’s no surprise, […]
Custom Electric Guitar Buyer’s Guide So you are thinking about commissioning a custom guitar, but don’t know where to start. There are loads of websites with fancy online builders, but they are often more than a little daunting, with so many options to choose from. You might have an idea of what you want, but […]
Custom Shop Guitars vs Bespoke Guitars? What is the difference between a custom shop guitar and a bespoke guitar? This article attempts to clarify what the terms mean and why you would consider one over the other. Custom shop and bespoke guitars are often referred to generically as custom guitars. Both refer to a guitar […]
What does using technology have to do with guitar pricing? Technology can be a great asset for any business, especially when trying to compete in todays global marketplace. We are always looking for innovative ways to use tech to keep our business as lean as possible. From lean manufacturing to automated workflows, we design our […]
The Power In Your Hands What are custom guitar electronics and how can you use, design or mod them? Great guitar tone comes from many places: your fingers, your playing style, your amp, and your guitar. To me the versatility of electronic design is one of the reasons I enjoy building custom guitars. Yes tone […]
One of the reasons I decided to start making guitars was my love of wood. I guess it runs in the family. In fact some of the tools we still use in the workshop have been passed down for three generations. Wood is a very personal material to work with. Especially highly figured or deep grained […]
Covid-19 Response Update 7th April 2021 With lockdown restrictions easing on the 12th April and life starting to get back to a bit of normal, we will be open for face to face appointments again. We will continue to respect social distancing and you will be required to wear a mask. Our online appointments will […]
The question is often asked “Why should I buy custom guitars when a good mass produced guitar would be as good?” My response is usually “Are you the kind of person who wants complete control over what you play and how you are perceived?” If the answer is Yes, then it’s time for a custom […]
Buying a custom guitar is a very personal experience unlike any other. Your guitar will become an extension of your personality, part of you.
