I began working as a luthier in the early 2000s, starting with instrument setup and repairs at a local luthier’s workshop, initially on a part-time basis. Within a couple of years, the passion had firmly taken hold, compelling me to make the leap to a full-time luthier.
In 2011, I made the pivotal decision to establish my very own workshop in the scenic landscapes of Derbyshire, driven by an unwavering commitment to craft extraordinary instruments of my unique design.
Nestled amidst the lush countryside, each instrument undergoes meticulous construction, where I personally handpick materials for both their sonic qualities and aesthetic allure. My goal with every instrument I craft is to fuse the warmth of vintage instruments with a contemporary design sensibility, while carefully tending to every detail.
My ultimate mission is to grant these materials a voice that serves as an inspiration to musicians and captivates audiences alike. Whether it’s the creation of stock items, innovative prototypes, or bespoke instruments, my unwavering pursuit is excellence.
Models
S
The smallest guitar in the range, ideally sized for easing back into a comfy chair and passing by the hours. Provides an intimate playing experience via a delicate and dynamic sound. Whether playing alone or in small group settings. The 12 fret neck join moves the bridge closer to the wider part of the body to enable the most sound to be drawn from the diminutive body size.
Scale Length 24.9″/632mm
12 Frets to the body
Upper bout 262mm
Lower bout 346mm
Body length 492mm
Depth at heel 85mm
Depth at tail 106mm
M
M Formed around the familiar OOO sized guitar, delivering a balanced and wide dynamic sound. The M model offers the broadest range of tonal possibilities, from a late night chat through to a joyous roar all in a comfortable armful.
Scale Length 24.9″/632mm
also available in 25.4″/645mm
14 or 12 Frets to the body
Upper bout 292mm
Lower bout 380mm
Body length 494mm
Depth at heel 92mm
Depth at tail 107mm
L
Big and bold, the L which could, in both sound and scale, be described as a expansion of the M. A broader low end is offered by the increased lower bout and body depth, providing a more authoritative low end offering to lower tunings whilst still retaining clarity and sweetness in the higher registers.
Scale Length 25.5″/648mm
14 Frets to the body
Upper bout 296mm
Lower bout 412mm
Body length 509mm
Depth at heel 104mm
Depth at tail 116mm
Ordering & Pricing
standard build
A standard build starts at £4500 for S, M and L models. The price includes the following:
•Sitka spruce or western red cedar top
•Mahogany, walnut or Indian rosewood back and sides
•Mahogany neck with double acting truss rod and carbon fibre reinforcement
•Ebony bridge and fingerboard
•Ebony bridge pins
•Left or right handed
•2mm mother of pearl side dots
•Bound fingerboard
•Unbleached bone nut and saddle
•Gotoh 510 tuners
•Solid wood rosette
•Sycamore binding
•Choice of neck shape and nut width
•Satin or high gloss lacquer
•Book matched ziricote headstock facing
•Hiscox hard case
custom options
Please note, this is a selection of available custom options. Due to the extensive range of material and aesthetic choices, please get in touch with any individual requirements you may have and I will be happy to discuss your choices further.
Engleman spruce +£300
European spruce +£200
Lutz spruce +£150
Bear claw spruce +£150
Ovangkol +£200
Sycamore +£200
Ziricote, from +£400
Tasmanian blackwood +£400
London plane +£150
High figured walnut from +£400
Figured sepele from +£350
Reclaimed Old growth mahogany from +£300
Quilted maple from +£400
Walnut +£200
Wenge +£150
Padauk +£150
Ovangkol +£150
Macassar ebony +£200
Florentine cutaway +£450
Forearm bevel +£400
Fan fret/multi scale from +£350
Please enquire
Please enquire
Contact
Idridgehay, Derbyshire
DE56 2SB