Friday, February 10, 2017

Locating And Buying Custom Built Guitars

By Anthony Bell


If you play acoustic or electric guitar you can purchase instruments online or from a music store and there are many to choose from. All types of guitar are available in various styles and at prices to suit all budgets. If you want something more personal and are looking for custom built guitars there are a few options available and it is advisable to do some research before you order and buy.

When you plan to get a bespoke instrument made for you it is very important that it is going to suit your style of playing. As well as the audible sound there are some other important things that need some thought such as its weight and finish. Custom instruments are reasonably expensive and it is essential that you are comfortable with it when it has been manufactured to your specifications.

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.

When you want an electric instrument made there will be even more options for you to look at. Pickups can be installed and configured in various ways to produce many unique sounds. Different construction materials including metals, woods and plastics are used and the hardware can be constructed with precious metals such as silver or gold.

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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