Searching For And Buying Custom Made Guitars

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By Elizabeth Thomas


If you are a guitarist you will usually buy a stock instrument from a store or an online retailer and there are many models available. Acoustic and electric guitars are sold in many varieties and at prices to suit all pockets. If you want a unique instrument you may be searching for custom made guitars and it is worth doing some homework on the available options before ordering and buying.

If you are having a bespoke instrument made it is essential that it is going to suit your playing style. As well as the sound there are some other things that need careful thought such as the weight of the guitar and its finish. Custom instruments are not cheap to buy and it is important that you are comfortable with it when it has been built for you.

Many players now decide to design their own instruments and have them built to their own specifications. Acoustic instruments can be constructed using exotic woods and can be finished in various ways. You can also have the neck, pick guard and fret markers customized to your own tastes to give the guitar a unique appearance.

If you are getting an electric guitar built you will have more options to choose from due to the way they are put together. Different types of pickup can be fitted and connected in various ways to change the sound. Various materials are used to build electric guitars including stainless steel, wood and plastic and precious metals are often used to make the hardware.

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.

The net is another useful place to find someone to make you an instrument and there are a large number of them to be found online. The web sites are very informative and you can spend some time to look at photographs of work they have done in the past. You can call them or contact them via email and there may be a testimonials page on the web site which allows you to read comments from their clients.

After finding someone to build you an instrument you will have to meet with them to discuss the design. The builders will help and advise you and they may make some suggestion which can improve your ideas. When you have made a final decision you are given the costs for the instrument and the construction can begin once you have given the go ahead.

It is very important that your instrument is properly maintained to ensure it works properly and lasts. Most of the builders will continue to look after your guitar and will carry out routine maintenance, cleaning and set ups. Your instrument should be kept in its case when you are not playing it and it will need to be insured for its full replacement value.




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