Sunday, February 12, 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.

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.

Many players will require a unique musical instrument and they will have their guitar made to their own designs. Acoustic models can be produced using many different woods and they can be finished in custom colors. Other parts of the guitar can also be specially made including the pick guard, neck markers and 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.

When you are looking for a professional instrument builder it is a good idea to visit your local guitar store. They will have a large number of contacts in the trade and they may be able to put you in touch with a builder. Some of the large guitar manufacturers will also take orders for special builds and it can be worth speaking with them when doing your research.

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

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 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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