scale lengthBecause 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/ -depthHere 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 spacingThe string spacing depends largely on the given neckwidth. Nevertheless, there exists a certain tolerance inside which I can gladly realize your ideas. |
choice of woodThe 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, bindingOf 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. |
tunersI usually fit my guitars with Schaller M6, Gotoh or Grover tuners. Other (more expensive) tuners are available for an extra charge. |
Lefthand instrumentsEvery guitar is available in left-hand version with no extra-charge. |
CutawayPractically all models are available with a cutaway. |
more stringsOf course, I also make 12-stringed guitars! |
more fretsIf you want it higher, you can have more frets according to your needs. |
woodsApart 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. |
OrnamentationThe 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, saddleFor a little extra you can have Ivory fittings instead of bone. |
pickupOf course you can have your instrument fitted with a pickup of your choice. |
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!