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Searching For And Purchasing Custom Built Guitars

By Anthony Bell


Most guitarists will buy their instruments off the shelves of neighborhood music stores or from a web based supplier. Electric and acoustic guitars are offered in a range of styles and at different prices to suit most budgets. If you are looking for a special instrument and are trying to locate custom built guitars there are some things to be considered and some careful research is required before making any purchases.

When you plan to commission someone to build you a unique guitar it is imperative that you make the correct choices. The guitar will need to sound right for your style and it is worth giving some careful thought to the finish and weight of your instrument. Customized instruments will be fairly costly and you will need it to be made well and comfortable to play.

A large number of guitar players will choose to design their own musical instruments and have them made to their own specifications. An acoustic instrument can be built from many types of wood and they can be finished in many colors. Other components can also be manufactured to your specifications including necks, pick guards and the hardware.

If you are getting an electric guitar manufactured you will have even more options to choose from due to the way they are built. Different types of pickup can be fitted and connected to change the sound. Various materials are used to make electric instruments including steel, wood and plastic and precious metals can be used to make the hardware.

If you are trying to locate an established builder to make you a guitar it is a good idea to start at local instrument stores. The staff will usually know others in the trade and they may recommend a suitable builder that you can contact. Many of the major guitar manufacturers will also produce one off models for customers and it may be worth calling them to make some enquiries.

The net is also a useful place to find a guitar maker and there are many that advertise their services on the web. Their web sites are worth looking at and you can browse through pictures of instruments they have manufactured in the past. If you need to speak with an online builder you can call or email them and there may also be a testimonials section with feedback from satisfied customers.

When you have selected a guitar builder you can arrange a consultation to discuss your design ideas and requirements. The experts will look at your designs and they may offer other suggestions or improvements. If you are happy with the designs you are issued with a price for the job and your guitar can be manufactured.

It is imperative that your new instrument is well looked after and maintained which will ensure it lasts and gives good service. The majority of instrument makers will also offer maintenance services including set ups, repairs and regular checkups. You should also insure the instrument in case it gets lost or damaged in the future.




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