Searching For And Buying Custom Made Guitars

By Elizabeth Thomas


If you play guitar you can buy an instrument from any music store and there are many models to choose from. Both electric and acoustic guitars are available in many styles and varying prices. If you want something special and are looking for custom made guitars there are a few options available to you and it is advisable to do some research before you buy.

If you decide to have an instrument custom made it is important to make the correct selection so that the guitar will be suitable. The sound will need to suit your playing style and you should give some thought to the design, finish and weight. Bespoke guitars can be fairly expensive and you will need it to be comfortable when you are playing.

A large number of guitarists choose to design their own instruments and have them built to their own requirements. An acoustic guitar can be built from many varieties of wood and they can be finished in any color. Other components can also be manufactured to your specifications including necks, pick guards and the fret markers which are usually inlaid.

When you are having an electric instrument made for you there will be even more options for you to choose from. Pickups can be fitted and configured in various ways to produce unique sounds. Different construction materials including metal, wood and plastic are frequently used and the hardware may be built using precious metals such as gold or silver.

When looking for a builder to make you a custom instrument it can be a good idea to visit local guitar stores. They will have many contacts in the trade and they will often be able to put you in touch with a reputable builder. Some of the larger manufacturers will also take custom orders and it is worth speaking with then when you are doing your research.

Browsing the web can also produce results and there are many instrument makers that list their services on the net. Their web sites contain some very useful information and you can look at examples of their work. If you need to get in touch you can use the contact link that is provided and there may be a customer feedback page which is worth looking at.

After locating a guitar maker you will need to spend some time going over your design. The builder may offer you some basic designs that you can improve and they will often suggest suitable options for your instrument. When you have finalized the designs you are given a price and when you are happy the construction process can begin.

It is essential that guitars are looked after in the correct way and well maintained to keep them in good playable condition. The builder that makes your instrument can continue to maintain it for you and they will perform set ups, cleaning and routine inspections. Instruments should be cased when they are not in use and it is a good idea to insure the guitar for its full value in case it gets lost, stolen or damaged.




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