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Custom & Boutique Guitars
Small-batch electric, acoustic, and handmade builds.
Boutique guitars represent the highest level of craftsmanship in the instrument world. These are instruments built slowly, with intention, by luthiers who obsess over resonance, feel, playability, and aesthetics. Instead of mass-production shortcuts, you’ll find carefully selected woods, hand-shaped necks, custom wiring, unique finishes, and thoughtful every-detail design.
Each builder in this directory brings a different philosophy. Some are rooted in vintage-correct recreations with meticulous attention to era-specific details; others push modern design forward with multi-scale layouts, chambered bodies, unique pickup configurations, or alternative tonewood concepts. What they all share is a commitment to building guitars that feel alive in your hands.
Why boutique guitars matter
- Superior craftsmanship — no CNC assembly lines, no rushed finishing
- Hand-voiced tone — each instrument is tuned, shaped, and resonant by design
- Custom options — neck profiles, hardware, electronics, finishes, and more
- Long-term reliability — built to be serviced, repaired, and upgraded over time
Whether you’re looking for a refined Strat-style instrument, a carved-top single cut, a minimalist T-style, or a modern extended-range design, boutique builders offer options you simply won’t find anywhere else.
Explore the makers
Below you’ll find independent luthiers specializing in electric, acoustic, and hybrid designs. Many build in extremely limited quantities — some only a few guitars per month — making their work collectible and uniquely personal.
As this hub grows, you’ll also see:
- Detailed product pages for well-known boutique models
- Breakdown pages for categories such as T-style, S-style, offset, semi-hollow, and acoustic
- Local service listings for setups, fretwork, restoration, and custom finishes
Use this page as a starting point, compare builders, and explore the incredible depth of today’s boutique guitar world.
Featured guitar makers
View all makers →Oregon shop specializing in pre-war inspired acoustic guitars, known for superb craftsmanship and rich tone.
pktguitars.com
NYC luthier focused on innovative custom electric guitars with ergonomic and artistic excellence.
deangordonguitars.com
Scott Lentz crafts highly regarded solid-body electrics, known for vintage restoration and premium finishing.
lentzguitar.com
Design-driven guitars with patent innovations for tone and comfort, crafted by small Montreal team.
morifoneguitars.com
Small batch boutique builder focused on one-of-a-kind designs and premium materials.
sankeyguitars.com
Popular modern headless design for ergonomic playability and advanced features, Swedish-American brand.
strandbergguitars.com
High-quality electric guitars driven by innovative design and solid craftsmanship, appealing to modern musicians.
rivoltaguitars.com
Portland-based builder by Saul Koll, producing innovative, custom electric guitars with sustainable materials and unique aesthetics.
kollguitars.com
Unique, artful electric guitars handcrafted in the USA, blending visual creativity and great tone.
spaltguitars.com
Dennis Fano's Nashville shop creates hand-built electric guitars blending vintage style with modern playability.
novoguitars.com
Innovative electric guitar company blending classic influences and modern playability, made in California.
kauerguitars.com
Handmade banjos and stringed instruments from North Carolina, blending tradition and creativity.
carolinabanjo.com
Boutique luthier building expressive, custom guitars for individual players.
spohnguitars.com
Handmade electric guitars crafted in Massachusetts by Trevor Healy, focusing on unique shapes and creative electronic designs.
healyguitars.com
Acclaimed Michigan luthier building high-end acoustics and teaching guitar construction.
galloupguitars.com
Boutique German builder (often selling in USA) known for elegant electric guitars and attention to detail.
hartungguitars.com
Virginia luthier making classical and electric guitars, emphasizing vintage tone and reclaimed woods through hands-on techniques.
rodriguezguitars.com
Inventive boutique shop creating modern, ergonomic electrics with advanced materials and craftsmanship.
odguitars.com
Boutique luthier specializing in acoustic and electric guitars built for resonance, clarity, and beauty.
shevlinguitars.com
Boutique electric guitar builder noted for classic style, hand-selected woods, and expert luthiery.
tausch-guitars.com
Well-known maker of high-quality acoustics and electrics, balancing tradition and affordability.
eastmanguitars.com
Custom guitars with distinctive looks and innovative acoustic properties, handmade for originality.
versoinstruments.com
Custom electric and bass guitars handmade for artists seeking unique style and sound.
giungiguitars.com
Custom guitars crafted with a focus on tradition, sound, and craftsmanship for unique musical expression.
rrobinsonguitars.com
Modern minimalist design for electric guitars, handmade in Montreal for adventurous players.
millimetric.ca
Custom electric guitars built for discerning players, blending classic shapes and personalized features.
morgankelseyguitars.com
Boutique builder creating artistic, hand-built electric guitars for musicians who crave creativity and personality.
tonerangerguitars.com
Glenn Nichols crafts unique, old-world guitars in Rhode Island, focusing on classic style and hand-rubbed varnishes.
retrogradeguitars.com
California custom shop building versatile guitars with modern electronics and playable necks.
kieselguitars.com
Russian-American luthier making visually striking electric guitars for global clients.
padalkaguitars.com
Custom shop creating high-performance electric guitars for professionals and enthusiasts.
cralsipguitars.com
Damian Probett hand-builds electric guitars combining vintage inspiration and modern craftsmanship in every detail.
probettguitars.com
Masterbuilt electric guitars by Ron Thorn, blending artistry and engineering excellence for custom designs.
thornguitars.com
Andy Powers builds innovative electrics inspired by California surf, skate, and auto culture, known for distinctive design.
powerselectricguitars.com
Legendary acoustic guitar shop in California, known for custom builds, vintage tone, and meticulous luthiery.
santacruzguitar.com
Hand-built boutique electric guitars with unique woods and custom finishes.
sturnerguitars.com
Texas-based fine acoustic and electric guitar manufacturer acclaimed for craft and sound excellence.
collingsguitars.com
Handmade electric guitars with unique vintage-style touches, specializing in distinctive slide guitars.
www.waterslideguitars.com
Huss & Dalton Guitar Co. — Virginia-based boutique builder blending classic acoustic craft with modern design and premium tonewoods.”
hussanddalton.com
Innovative acoustic guitars featuring side sound ports and beautiful wood selection, handmade in NY.
skytopguitars.com
Boutique builder focusing on craftsmanship and unique wood choices for distinctively sounding electric guitars.
verandaguitars.com
American builder producing uniquely designed electrics praised for playability and tone.
campbellamerican.com
Larrivée Guitars — hand-built in North America with all-solid woods, legacy Jean Larrivée craftsmanship and affordable luxury tone.
larrivee.com
Boutique electric guitars built by Connor Kelly, combining artistic design and careful handcraft for a vibrant, unique sound.
highspiritguitars.com
Michigan builder founded by former Gibson artisans, specializing in classic American electrics.
heritageguitars.com