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Sunday 12 February 2017

Searching For A Company For Custom Handcrafted Guitars

By Diane Stevens


If you play a guitar you are able to purchase standard instruments from a high street store or a web based retailer and there are many models to choose from. Both electric and acoustic instruments are widely available in various styles and prices. If you want a unique instrument you will need to look for a company for custom handcrafted guitars and there are various options available to you.

Your builder will be able to offer you many options when you are designing your instrument including type of materials and color. You are able to choose right or left handed models and they can also engrave various designs onto the guitar. If you are ordering an electric model it may also be possible for you to get a matching amplifier cabinet made.

Many players choose to design their own unique instrument and have it made to their own specifications. Acoustic guitars can be manufactured from many varieties of exotic timbers and they can be made in different sizes and finishes. Other parts of a guitar can also be custom made including the neck, pick guard and the inlays and fret markers.

If you are getting an electric model made you will have more options to choose from. Different kinds of pickup can be fitted and connected in various ways to change the tones. Various materials are used to build electric guitars including stainless steel, wood and other metals and precious metals are often used for the hardware.

There are a few different ways to locate a company for a guitar build and your local instrument retailers are worth a visit. Other players that you know may have had a guitar made for them and may also help. Many of the large instrument manufacturers will also produce bespoke guitars and it is useful to get in touch with them to discuss your requirements.

The web is another place to find a company to make you a one off instrument and there are a large number of them to be found online. The web pages are packed with information and you can look at photographs of work they has been done in the past. You can call or email them to discuss things and there may usually be a testimonials page which allows you to read feedback and comments from their customers.

A lot of the builders will also produce other musical instruments including banjos, electric mandolins and ukuleles. You manufacturer will usually be able to offer a comprehensive after care service which will include maintenance, repairs and set ups. It is very important that you hang on to the payment receipt for your new instrument which you may need for insurance companies.

It is essential that instruments are looked after and well maintained to keep them in good condition. Always wipe the guitar with a lint free cloth after each playing session and store it in the case when you are not using it. It is also a good idea to locate a specialist insurance company and arrange cover in case your instrument gets lost, stolen or damaged.




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