Custom Work

Handmade Acoustic and Electric Guitars

Handmade acoustic and electric guitars designed around your preferred style, sound, materials, and playing needs.

Custom handmade electric guitar built by Strasdin Instruments

Every custom guitar build at Strasdin Instruments begins with a conversation. We learn how you play, what sounds you are chasing, and what aesthetic speaks to you, then shape materials, hardware, and design details around that vision.

The Process

  1. Consultation - Playing style, tonal preferences, aesthetic direction, and budget.
  2. Design - Body shape, wood selection, hardware, electronics, and finish planning.
  3. Construction - Wood preparation, body shaping, neck work, and fretwork.
  4. Finishing - Natural oil, stain, paint, metallic, relic, or custom graphics.
  5. Setup - Final hardware installation, electronics wiring, and playability adjustments.

Materials and Options

  • Tonewoods including ash, mahogany, maple, alder, and more
  • Custom body shapes, traditional designs, and unique visual details
  • Neck profiles, hardware, pickups, and finishes tailored to the player

A custom guitar is more than an instrument. It is an extension of your musical identity, built around the details that make it feel familiar the first time you pick it up.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does a custom guitar build take?
Custom builds typically take 4-8 weeks depending on complexity, materials, and finish requirements. We will provide a more specific timeline during our initial consultation.
Can I choose the wood and hardware?
Absolutely. We work with you to select tonewoods, hardware, pickups, and finishes that match your vision and playing style.
Do you offer left-handed builds?
Yes. We can build left-handed custom guitars with the same attention to detail as our right-handed instruments.
What is your deposit policy?
We typically require a deposit to begin work on custom builds, with the balance due upon completion. Details are discussed during the consultation.

Ready to Build Your Dream Guitar?

Contact us to start the conversation about your custom build.

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