Wednesday, February 8, 2017

Looking For And Purchasing 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.

If you have decided to have a guitar custom made it is extremely important to make the correct selections so that the instrument will be suitable for you. The sound will have to suit your style of music and you should give some thought to the design and weight. Customized guitars can be quite an expensive purchase and you will need it to be comfortable when you play it.

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.

When you are searching for a reputable guitar builder it is worth speaking to the professionals in your local guitar store. The people that work in the stores will usually have a lot of contacts and they may recommend a builder that they know. Some major instrument factories will also take custom orders and it may be beneficial to call them to do some research on the options.

Browsing the internet can also produce results and there are many guitar makers that list their services online. Their web sites contain some useful information and you can look at photos of their work. If you need to get in touch you can email or telephone them and there may also be a customer feedback page which is well worth looking at.

When you have found an instrument builder you will need to spend a little time with them to go over your ideas and design. The builder may offer some basic designs that you can work with and they will suggest suitable options for your one off instrument. When you have finalized your design you are given a price for the guitar to be made and the construction 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 will usually continue to maintain it for you and they will perform set ups, repair work and inspections. It is also a good idea to insure the guitar for its full value in case it gets lost or damaged.




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