For the past decade, John Söderlund has been dreaming up the most ground-breaking, elegant and sonically delicious guitars he can imagine. He hand builds each instrument using prime African and international tonewoods in his workshop in Pietermaritzburg, South Africa. Then he sells each one-off creation to other dreamers. His wildest dreams have thus far produced:…
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Nordic Guitars was established in 2015 by Bjørn Rønnow, who beside his jobs as a yoga teacher and handyman has always been interested in developing musical instruments. His vision is to give guitar- and bassplayers more opportunities for musical expression. ROTATOR is the name of this instrument, and the shown version is a 4 string…
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The unique Chatelier’s guitar model was born in 2008. They build a single body shape allowing them to carry out a constant and increasing research project. This is an intermediate size between OM and Dreadnought that can accommodate different scale lengths, as well as 12 strings. The entire construction process is based on internal tensions,…
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For this year Holy Grail Guitar Show we built an artist edition twin set consisting of a Deimel Firestar guitar and bass as part of an ocean-spanning creative collaboration with guitar maker and inlay artist Grit Laskin. This Deimel Firestar Artist Edition »GAME CHANGER« is a tribute to all kids that have fought and are…
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My guitars are not just instruments. They are a manifestation of uniqueness, a matter of taste and lifestyle. Each guitar stands out with an aesthetic balance, symmetry and master processing, that is ultimately important for me. Transformation of pure and clear sound into a tangible form, the acoustical expression of the instrument raised by the…
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Finding yourself a new guitar isn’t an easy job. Likewise, it’s not easy to make one. Should you have the chance to hold a Poljakoff guitar in your hands, you will recognise immediately, that this instrument is very special. The trebles are sparkling high and the bass is rich and full. Combined with this extraordinary…
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Laetsch Guitars is a small one-man atelier in northern Germany that delivers unique, custom-made instruments. A perfectionist and purist at heart, owner and Master Luthier Veit Laetsch is driven by a desire to produce well-balanced and highly responsive instruments that offer both a pure sound and comfortable handling. Like all artistic products, the resulting sound…
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After a long career as a rock musician, Eric Darmagnac started to build acoustic guitars in 2010. He discovered the art of wood as a self learner, working night and day led by his passion. He quickly made a name for himself in the French acoustic guitar landscape, journeying around the French guitar exhibitions and…
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Jamie believes that understanding the history and provenance of the timbers we use is an important consideration for a newly built, custom, handcrafted guitar. That’s why he prefers to use sustainable, locally sourced and reclaimed timbers. Swannell Guitars are created individually and to your specification, on a foundation of clean aesthetics, excellent tone and playability.…
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Frans Elferink has building archtops guitars exclusively for more than 25 years for top players, professionals, amateurs, and collectors all over the world. Each instrument, whether it is the old D’Angelico style, contemporary design or innovative modern design, is hand-crafted personally by Frans Elferink in his workshop. Sculpted, shaved, carved, tuned and polished by hand…
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