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Things with Strings

Instrument Making

Here is a selection of instruments I have built, as well as some current works in progress.


If you are looking for a custom instrument I am happy to discuss your ideas, develop a design, consult on timber choices, and bring it to life.

OM style steel string acoustic guitar

Back, sides and neck is highly figured turpentine from the estate of the late dulcimer maker Gillian Alcock

Hand cut inlays of abalone, mother of pearl, paua shell and maple

Ebony nut

Hand cut traditional Martin-style birds beak volute headstock joint

Flamenco guitar based on 1950's Marcelo Barbero guitar

5-fan bracing on a spruce top

Cypress back and sides, Spanish cedar neck

Unlike the original, the client wanted a slotted 3-per-side headstock instead of the traditional friction peg tuners

Brian May Red Special replica

Three replicas were built at the same time, two for clients and one for myself

Fretless Bass

All inlays were hand cut and installed

T-style electric guitar

Archtop strat style guitar

Violin based on the Guarnerius 'Il Cannone' - work in progress


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