Steel Strings – Options

scale length

Because every hand is different, one of the most common requests is a different (usually shorter) scale length. My instruments are all unique specimens, therefore every reasonable scale length can be chosen.

neck width / -depth

Here I can only repeat the statement of the previous point: If you prefer a certain neck profile, I will do my best to reconstruct your model.

string spacing

The string spacing depends largely on the given neckwidth. Nevertheless, there exists a certain tolerance inside which I can gladly realize your ideas.

choice of woods

The choice of the top wood, as well as that of back and sides, is of immense importance in respect to the tonal properties as well as esthetic ones. The top wood and a number of woods for the body (e.g. Bubinga, Padouk, cherry) can be chosen freely without extra charge.

rosette, bindings

Of course, I cannot design an individual rosette for each instrument. I currently use three standard rosettes. I do, however, have a variety of older models in stock. As for the bindings, a number of different options is also available without extra charge.

tuners

My preferred standard tuners are currently Gotoh SG 510 series. On request, you can choose any other set or brand, in most cases without extra charge.

lefthand

Every guitar is available in left-hand version with no extra-charge.

Cutaway

Practically all models are available with a cutaway.

more strings

Of course, I also make 12-stringed guitars!

more frets

If you want it higher, you can have more frets according to your needs.

woods

Apart from a number of woods which are free of charge, I can also offer a number of exclusive woods (e.g. Brazilian rosewood), for which I have to charge you a little extra.

ornamentation

The decorative aspect on steel-string guitars is often more relevant than on classical ones. If you are a friend of extravagant Abalone inlays, you are also welcome.The exact design of my guitars varies slightly anyway. It is of major importance that the overall appearance is harmonic.

nut, saddle

For a little extra you can have Ivory fittings instead of bone.

pickups

Of course you can have your instrument fitted with a pickup of your choice.

Pickups

special options

If you don’t find your special wish in the above listings, it is no reason to despair. If you want an Ivory angel inlaid in your headplate or Ruby position dots, I will fulfill your wishes as far as it is technically possible. Simply ask!