Searching For Custom Handcrafted Guitars

By Linda Robinson


If you own and play a guitar you can buy an instrument from high street music stores or the web and there are various models to choose from. Electric and acoustic guitars can be purchased in many styles and at various prices. If you want something different and are looking for custom handcrafted guitars there are many options available to you and it is sensible to do a little research before you place an order and buy.

If you plan to get a handcrafted instrument made for you it is essential that it suits your individual playing style. As well as the sound that is produced there are other things that need to be thought about such as the size and weight of the guitar. Customized instruments are not a cheap purchase and it is very important that you are comfortable with it when it has been manufactured.

A large number of players will choose to design their unique instruments and have them manufactured to their own requirements. Acoustic models can be hand built from many types of wood and they can be finished a wide range of colors. Other components can also customized including the neck width, the top as well as tuners and other hardware.

If you are having an electric guitar made by hand you will have many options to choose from due to the way they are constructed. Different pickups can be fitted and connected to give various sound options. Various construction materials are used including stainless steels, woods and and precious metals are frequently used to plate the hardware.

If you need to locate a qualified builder to construct a guitar for you it is a good idea to begin at your local instrument retailer. The staff will know other people in the trade and they may recommend a reliable builder. Many well known guitar manufacturers will also produce bespoke models and it is worth calling them to have a chat and do some homework.

The net is also an excellent place to find an established guitar maker and there are many that advertise online. Their web sites are well worth looking at for some useful information and you can see photos of the instruments that they have made in the past. If you need to get in touch with them you can use the contact link and there may be a testimonials page with feedback and comments from their clients.

When you have found your guitar maker you should spend time going over your designs and ideas with them. The builder may offer some designs that you can modify and they will give you their opinion on what will be suitable. When you have finished the design process you are given a final price and the construction can begin.

It is extremely important that your new instrument is maintained to ensure that it is kept in good condition. Most builders will continue to look after your guitar and they carry out routine servicing, inspections and set ups. Your instrument should be cased or placed on a stand when you are not playing it and it should be insured for its full value in case it gets lost, stolen or damaged.




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