901sound stands for the interaction between the musician and his or her sound. The sound of electric musical instruments can be changed in endless ways. What is oftentimes missing is the facility to modify the sound in an easy yet powerful way. This barrier can be overcome with our products. The most famous product is "the Fulcrum": A pedal that offers literally added degrees of freedom by using a sophisticated mechanical construction to change multiple sound characteristics at once. Or blend the volume of two amps. Or mix two sounds with one foot motion. Or pick the sounds of a multi FX just like using a painter's palette. In any case it's a tool that provides control for creative people that didn't exist before. But there is a lot more in the making, so stop by and have a look!
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Tube Amp Doctor Musikhandels GmbH (TAD) trades, develops and produces components and accessories for tube amplifiers and supplies private customers in the retail sector and specialist dealers, service companies and production companies in the wholesale sector.
TAD is the official exclusive distributor for Accutronics (Reverb), CAIG DeoxIT, Celestion, Jensen Speaker and PSVANE.
Other brands in distribution include Belton, Electro-Harmonix, FANE, Gold Lion, JJ-Electroncis, KR-Audio, Mojotone, Shuguang, Sovtek and TungSol.
TAD products are available worldwide through a distribution network in Europe, North America, Asia and Australia.
TAD emerged in 1993 from the sole proprietorship of Andreas Hecke, founded in 1989, and is an owner-managed family business.
The main emphasis of the Acoustic Music Books publishing program is on high quality sheet music for acoustic guitar. Our aim is to provide guitar teachers and schools with contemporary instructional works and modern teaching materials.
Our publications are also aimed at guitarists who want to develope or refresh their knowledge and abilities in private study. "Fingerstylists" in search of new impulses are sure to find what they're looking for in our wide-ranging selection of sheet music and workshop-oriented literature, which is designed to help expand and refine guitar skills on all levels. The books generally follow a specific theme such as "Picking Basics", "Fingerstyle Blues" or "Bossa Nova".
Our authors are experienced musicians and active concert performers with extensive teaching experience on their instrument. This ensures that our publications are both musically interesting and technically qualified, oriented both to the requirements of players and to practical teaching considerations. Aesthetically pleasing notation and careful layouting to ensure optimal legibility were prime considerations in creating these editions.
In recent years we have expanded our programme to include selections for electric guitar, ukulele, piano, keyboards, organ, violin, double bass and baglama (saz) . There's plenty worth discovering!
Acus Sound Engineering is an Italian company specializing in the design and production of high-quality amplifiers for acoustic guitar, vocals, and acoustic instruments. Founded in Recanati, it boasts over 40 years of experience in the industry, distinguishing itself for its wood design, craftsmanship, and sound excellence.
Aluminium neck-through-body guitars and basses
All my guitars are are my designs and constructions, I will though be showing a custom built SG with aluminium neck-through
Located in Haarlem, the Netherlands, Adamovic has been handcrafting custom bass guitars since 2001. Each instrument is individually built using the finest woods and components, and shipped worldwide—from the United States to Japan. Specializing in ergonomic, lightweight designs,
Adamovic basses are meticulously shaped to fit the human body for perfect balance and superior playability. Built for both stage and studio, these instruments are continuously refined based on real-world feedback from musicians and sound engineers.
Adler Guitars was born from a passion for timeless craftsmanship and the pursuit of pure, resonant sound. Founded in collaboration with renowned German luthier Michael Götz, our brand carries forward a legacy of precision, artistry, and acoustic excellence.
At Adler, we believe a great guitar is more than an instrument - it’s a partner in creativity. Michael Götz brings his signature attention to detail and tonal balance to each design, ensuring that every model we produce offers unmatched character, clarity, and playability.
Inspired by the soaring spirit of the eagle - Adler in German - we are dedicated to helping musicians of all levels find their voice, whether on stage, in the studio, or at home. Our instruments are built not just to be played, but to inspire.
This is Adler Guitars: where tradition meets tone, and craftsmanship meets soul.
admira guitars forms part of the brand group of Enrique Keller, a leading guitar manufacturer and wholesale distributor of musical instruments located in the north of Spain, in the town of Zarautz. Since the founding of the Company in 1944, Enrique Keller has grown to become a benchmark in both the Spanish national and overseas markets. Through decades of hard work and constant refinement, we have made admira guitars famous throughout the world and our instruments are highly valued, especially for their characteristic sound.
During our business history, different generations have been part of this great family that has dedicated itself to the world of music. We have passed down the traditional techniques of guitar manufacturing and construction from generation to generation. That knowledge and desire translates into what we are today: one of the most recognized Spanish classical guitar brands in the world.
We have gradually grown and expanded the range of admira guitars we have to offer. One of our latest releases is the admira CROSSOVER, a cutaway guitar that is a cross between a classical guitar and an acoustic guitar; as well as new admira Flamenco Series models, which are proving very popular in Spain. Likewise, if you are going on a trip, or you like flamenco sound or folk music, we have an admira for you.
So, from your beginnings as a musician until you make it as a legend, we have the right admira guitar models to be beside you as part of your evolution as a guitarist.
AER has been the reference, the standard for amplifying acoustic instruments for many years. In order to achieve this, there were many obstacles to be overcome. Started in the 1990s as a three-man show in the heart of the Ruhr area, after many years of trial and error, development and research, AER amplifiers are worldwide well-known as the quality and sound standard.
New paths are created by walking them - and they weren't always straight - after some meandering around they found the right one.
The company is now working under new management, but the original idea is still valid.
Several dozen employees work on the continuous development of sound systems in a modern equipped company.
What they all have in common is the passion for music and the careful control of all work steps.
The amplifiers sound dynamic - natural - fresh …
'We work for artists who are on almost every stage in the world.‘
AER stands for:
- High-quality
- Powerful
- Sustainable
- Made in Germany
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Max Clouth, Vroni Frisch
Microtonal improvisation, fretless guitar, Ragas and Jazz
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Aguilar Amplification is dedicated to using superior engineering processes to make great gear for bass players. By designing and manufacturing heads, cabinets, preamps, pickups and effects pedals, we can contribute to many aspects of the sound of the bass. At Aguilar, we approach every product that we manufacture with real world, musical understanding. Because we are a team of bass players and engineers, we start by visualizing gear from the musician’s perspective and then proceed with inspired engineering. We have a credo of “constant improvement” that helps us move forward daily and create products that will contribute to your music. Aguilar amplifiers, cabinets and pedals can be found on concert stages and in recording studios around the world. Our line of pickups and onboard preamps are used in many of the world’s best basses. We’re proud to play a part in the sound of so many great bass players and we look forward to being part of your sound!
Luthier and Guitar tech based in Muret, France, Occitanie
- Manufacture of Handmade Folk, Archtop guitars and mainly specialized in Modern Basses and 6/7/8 strings Guitars for Metal Guitarists
- Handmade custom pickup
- I only use Local Wood or 100% FSC for the exotics woods
-I use water based varnishes and Vegetal Stains
We source the finest woods from around the world directly from their source and process them with our extensive expertise. This allows us to help luthiers build the most beautiful instruments. Akustikwood is your primary source for tonewood.
We are so proud of show you ours latest creations at Guitar Summit 2026 ,like our new headless bass, amazing relic finishes, new electric guitar models and our latest upgrades to our classical guitars made in Spain.
We produce tonewoods from native mountain woods for bowed and plucked instruments, and at this trade fair specifically woods for acoustic and electric guitars/basses
AluTone Guitars is a new Dutch brand crafting high-end guitars entirely from aluminum, delivering unmatched tone and sustain. Founded by Sietse Schoenmakers after failing to find an aluminum guitar in stock, the idea was simple: “If we can’t buy one, we’ll build it.”
After the sale of ORIT B.V. in 2024, where Sietse worked in quality control, he and former boss Frans (owner of Cisles B.V.) joined forces to create something new. Together with designer Ken, they developed the first AluTone model, using their technical background and passion for guitars.
The mission: build a world-class A-brand guitar from aluminum – bold in tone, rich in sustain.
AMA Verlag: by musicians for musicians
Founded in 1989 by musician Detlef Kessler, who began his career as a professional drummer.
The main focus of AMA Publishing is instructional literature, playing materials and music theory for rock, pop and jazz as well as for classical music education.
Our authors are active music professionals whose instrumental schools and playbooks are the result of their often many years of teaching practice.
AmpCovers designs and produces durable, perfectly fitted covers for guitar and bass amplifiers, cabinets, and pedalboards. Each cover is made in Poland with high-quality materials to protect musicians’ gear during transport and on stage.
AmS Amplifiers is a Belgian artisan brand that designs and handcrafts high-end audio amplifiers for discerning musicians. Each amp is meticulously assembled, from chassis drilling to component wiring, to deliver exceptional sound quality and an authentic musical experience. Founded by an electronics and music enthusiast, the brand combines artisanal craftsmanship and innovation to create unique sonic instruments that inspire guitarists worldwide – where passion meets performance.
Angel Lopez Clasical Guitars:
Over 60 years of experience distributing musical instruments globally has allowed us to meet many musicians, music professionals, retailers as well as fellow distributors; all of which very passionate about music.
Thanks to them and all these exchanges, we have acquired a great understanding of the expectations of guitarists, their needs, as well as any emerging trends.
Back in 2007 we decided to draw upon this experience and establish the Angel Lopez brand.
Founded in Japan in 1956, Aria Guitars is one of the most established names in Japanese guitar making. The Aria Pro II line was launched in 1975 from Aria's custom shop to build high-end instruments for professional players, and quickly became iconic through the SB bass series and PE guitar models. Aria Pro II instruments have been played by Cliff Burton (Metallica), John Taylor (Duran Duran), Rudy Sarzo (Whitesnake), Herb Ellis and many others. More than six decades later, Aria continues to build electric guitars, basses, acoustics and classicals that combine traditional Japanese craftsmanship with real-world playability.
We have been making boutique injection-molded, zero-wood guitars out of a proprietary material in our small shop in The Netherlands for over 10 years. Besides a guitar built to extremely high standards with modern amenities such as Stainless Frets & Hipshot Hardware standard on all builds, you will experience an extremely stable neck resistant to temperature changes, amazing fret access from our heel-less one-piece design, & remarkable balanced, rich, & sustaining tone from our Arium (exclusive to us!) body.
Painstaking R&D & investment went into not only making a forward-thinking guitar suitable for all environments, players, & genres, but also an impeccable guitar - external of the modern materials & construction methods.
Designers and makers of guitars, basses, ukuleles and accessories created to provide easy to play, beautiful instruments that will stand up to the rigors of everyday use.
Arturia:
Founded in Grenoble, France, in 1999, Arturia specialises in the development of music software and hardware for professional and amateur musicians.
Focusing on innovation, the company strives to integrate the latest advances in music research and technology into their products. This involves working closely with partner research institutions in the development of leading edge musical instruments and audio products, the results of which have gone on to been used in the making of numerous hit records and Hollywood sound tracks.
Arturia's primary strategy and competitive advantage lie mainly in their keen ability towards innovation. Due to its developments, Arturia has been the recipient of several prestigious awards in this domain.
Ashdown Engineering is a British bass amplification company founded in 1997 by Mark Gooday and his family. From the very first ABM combo to today's lightweight CTM, Rootmaster and Studio series, Ashdown has earned a reputation for warm, punchy bass tone and rock-solid reliability. The brand's signature blue VU meter has become iconic, and the artist roster reads like a who's who of professional bass — including Mark King, Robert Trujillo and U2's Adam Clayton. Ashdown amps, cabinets and pedals are designed by bassists, for bassists, and are built to perform on every stage in the world.
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ATELIER Z is a Japanese custom guitar and bass builder known for precision craftsmanship and a deep focus on the natural tone of the instrument.
Each instrument is carefully built with attention to playability, balance, and musical character, trusted by professional musicians worldwide.
Atkin Guitars was founded in Canterbury, England, in 1995. Since then we’ve grown steadily from a one-man operation building a handful of one-of-a-kind instruments each year to become one of the UK’s leading acoustic guitar makers. Atkin is passionate about the history and evolution of the acoustic guitar, the classic models and great innovations that have influenced the players and the music that we love. We want to tell that story with our guitars.
AUDIOLITHE is a french pedal company making original pedals designed to explore sonic landscapes and deliver a truly unique musical experience - on stage, in the studio or at home.
Aurora Music Works is a guitar distribution company. distributing guitars to retailers in the UK, Europe and the rest of the World. The AMW team has over 80 years of experience in the guitar industry and has cultivated strong relationships with many top guitar brands.
There are many reasons to choose a custom built instrument, but ultimately it comes down to the musician’s desire for an instrument that fully reflects who they are as an artist – both musically and visually.
Working from the ground up – from wood & hardware selection through to final finishing & setup – the individual elements come together to create a unique instrument fully befitting the demands and desires of the musician.
Avalon Guitars began with a simple belief: that the soul of an instrument is shaped by the hands that build it.
In our workshop in Northern Ireland, tradition and intuition guide every cut, carve and tap. There are no production lines here - only luthiers. Every piece of wood is chosen with care. Every guitar voiced individually. Every detail considered not just for beauty, but for balance, resonance, and feel.
Avalon guitars are played on stages and in studios across the world. But they’re born in the quiet, where craftsmanship still matters. Built to last. Built to inspire. Built to become part of your story.
Baboomin is a boutique bass brand founded by two bassists in 2023, redefining the market with lightweight headless basses inspired by classic vintage tone.
Our instruments combine ergonomic innovation, in-house developed hardware, and versatile electronics to deliver modern comfort without losing vintage soul.
At Guitar Summit 2026, Baboomin will showcase the latest Q-River AIR series—designed for players seeking lightweight performance, bold aesthetics, and authentic tone.
Bacci Guitars
Bacci Guitars, producers of the Baritones (Fearless Flyers, Michael League, Mark Lettieri, etc.) and Michael League's signature bass, Amrita, has been crafting instruments since 2010. Based in Tuscany, Bacci combines music, craftsmanship, and the art of living. In 2025 has created the Tosca, the first guitar of Bacci, a 50 pieces limited guitars created.
Thanks to the allure of Tuscany, the unwavering support of our customers, and the passion of music enthusiasts worldwide, Bacci Guitars has reached an incredible milestone: 59 million cross-platform views.
With a production limited to 160 instruments per year, Bacci also offers the Bacci Experience™️: a
journey for top customers to visit Tuscany, witness the final touches of their instruments, and enjoy meals prepared by Bruno Bacci himself, accompanied by his stories and passion for music.
Baritones
• Tuscan Red | 32,846,000 | Most outstanding video,
played by Cory Wong
• White | 18,705,600 | Most outstanding video, played
by Mark Lettieri
• Essence/Olivo | 2,159,800 | Most outstanding video,
played by Matteo Mancuso
• Celeste | 1,519,000 | Most outstanding video, played
by Matteo Mancuso
• Bosco Green | 870,500 | Most outstanding video,
played by Cory Wong
• Matte Black | 308,400 | Most outstanding video,
played by Ben Lacy
• Leonardo Rose Gold | 165,000* | Most outstanding
video, played by Giacomo Turra
Basses, just some
• Amrita Woodworm | 1,805,500 | Most outstanding
video, played by Michael League
In 2022, the team expanded with Tom Sturlini, CFO, musician, and producer in Italy, and Juanita De Paola, CMO, also serving as COO of Meer magazine with 10 million monthly readers, President of Admaiora—a 24-year-old company providing experiences in Italy for American Express and others—and a strategic consultant for multiple luxury-oriented companies.
Bachmann Tonewood – 40 Years of Tonewood Expertise
For 40 years, Bachmann Tonewood has been supplying high-quality tonewoods for guitars and string instruments worldwide. Our range includes the finest spruce from Northern Italy (South Tyrol) as well as carefully selected European hardwoods. Each piece of wood is vibrant, versatile, and unique – precisely processed and expertly stored to provide instrument makers with the best material for perfect sound.
With decades of experience, deep expertise, and close collaboration with farmers, foresters, and woodworkers, every piece of wood achieves its full tonal and aesthetic potential. Our passion for wood is reflected in every cut – for instruments that inspire.
Boutique builders of the world's finest tube guitar amplifiers, guitar accessories and speaker cabinets. Designed and built in Costa Mesa, California since 1999.
BakeShop Guitars is a young boutique guitar workshop based in Landkern, in the heart of Germany. Our mission is to reimagine the sought-after vintage classics of the 1950s and 60s, combining modern design, the finest materials, and state-of-the-art hardware to create custom instruments tailored to the needs of ambitious guitarists.
Each instrument is handcrafted and built to individual specifications. Every detail is defined in personal consultation: choice of woods, neck profile, color, finish, and boutique hardware.
BakeShop Guitars – Handmade Tone, Fresh from the Oven
More info, photos, and available models:
📷 instagram.com/bakeshopguitars
🌐 www.bakeshopguitars.com
Our goal at Balaguer Guitars is to build instruments that translate your creativity in the truest way possible, no matter what approach you take to playing. We want to offer you the instrument of your dreams, built for you the player, and for a reasonable price. We’re able to achieve this by building relationships with some of the best production facilities in the world, and by working with like-minded partners who prioritize quality and service over all else.
Bassline Bässe steht für handgefertigte E-Bässe mit Charakter, Präzision und modernem Design. Mit einem Fokus auf hochwertige Materialien, individuelle Anpassungsmöglichkeiten und erstklassige Verarbeitung entstehen Instrumente, die sowohl klanglich als auch ergonomisch höchsten Ansprüchen gerecht werden. Bassline verbindet traditionelle Handwerkskunst mit innovativen Konzepten und richtet sich an Musikerinnen und Musiker, die Wert auf Ausdruck, Qualität und Einzigartigkeit legen.
Baton Rouge Guitars
Baton Rouge was founded in 1999 when our founder and CEO Gunther recognized that it was difficult to find quality guitars at an accessible price. He set out on his journey of hard work and determination to build a brand founded on the belief that quality and affordable guitars should be available to anyone.
Today, Baton Rouge guitars are played in over 40 countries around the world. Our guitars are especially popular amongst the fingerpicking community, as well as can be spotted around the campfire, on stage, or in the classroom.
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Philipp Adam
The Most Natural Sounding Pickup meets Baton Rouge Guitars
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What started as a one-man custom shop in 2015, is now a small Danish team designing and crafting high-quality instruments for players worldwide.
All our instruments are rooted in our love for the classics combined with our Danish approach to production, quality, and design. We care about making instruments you can put through its paces tour after tour.
We believe every guitar should be inspiring and remarkable, so you can create something noteworthy.
Beetronics is a boutique effects pedal company based in Los Angeles, founded by Brazilian designer Filipe Pampuri. Every Beetronics pedal is hand-built in California and unmistakable at first sight — the whimsical bee-themed enclosures with their hand-painted artwork have become collectors' items in their own right. Behind the playful look is serious sonic engineering: the Royal Jelly overdrive/fuzz, the Swarm fuzz harmonizer, the Octahive octave fuzz and the Whoctahell octave fuzz have all become modern boutique classics. Bzzzz.
Established in 1981, we are an Italian Company designing, engineering, manufacturing and commercializing accessories for musical instruments.
Through constant cooperation with musicians, sound technicians and engineers we are able to build functional, sturdy and durable products, each with its own distinctive design. High quality accessories that will always come with you. Wherever you find music, you always find an accessory: be it a cable, a guitar stand, a microphone stand, a case to protect your instrument and many more.
Bespeco owns the first-ever patent in its market: the original “CROCODILE” system for keyboard stands, a revolutionary feature in terms of user-friendliness and ergonomics. Subsequently, Bespeco filed many other invention and design patents. Whether you are a professional musician or an amateur, come and find out something about us!
For over 100 years, beyerdynamic has stood for technical excellence and attention to detail in the audio world. The brand develops premium headphones and microphones that impress with their precise sound, maximum comfort and contemporary design. With a clear focus on quality and innovation, beyerdynamic sets new standards in sound quality and user experience. The majority of the product lines are handmade at the Heilbronn site. In the product areas “Creator”, “Gamer”, “Work & Learn” and “Enjoyment - Music lovers”, beyerdynamic offers headphones, headsets, microphones, gaming, and home office products.
A newcomer to the world of guitar straps, BG brings over 40 years of expertise in designing wind instrument accessories to offer a patented guitar strap that delivers unmatched comfort and stability. Finally, say goodbye to tendonitis—and to straps that slip or come loose on stage. The best strap is the one that suits you, so I invite you to come and try it for yourself—your comfort matters! Also discover our range of wireless microphone stands, shoulder pads, covers, and chemical-free microfiber gloves. Made in Lyon, France.
I’m the luthier and founder of BHI Guitars. I create custom, handmade electric guitars and basses. Each instrument is born from my passion for luthiery and is made in Italy using high-quality materials. Every guitar is designed to meet the style and needs of the player, with attention to detail that only handmade work can provide. My mission is simple: to offer a unique instrument that accompanies the musician in their musical journey.
Blackstar Amplification is a British company founded in 2007 in Northampton by former Marshall engineers, including chief designer Bruce Keir. From its earliest days the brand has stood for innovative amp design, including the patented ISF (Infinite Shape Feature) tone control that lets players sweep between US and British voicings. The range spans the all-tube Artisan, Artist and HT Venue series, the popular HT Club valve combos, the highly versatile ID:CORE modelling amps, the portable Fly and Debut practice amps, the St. James lightweight tube line and a growing family of effects pedals. Blackstar amps are used worldwide by artists across rock, metal and blues — engineered in the UK, designed for any stage.
Blade Guitars is more than just another guitar brand – it's a philosophy of what a musical instrument should be. Founded by Gary Levinson, Blade builds guitars as genuine tools for musicians: the right tool should disappear in your hands and become a natural extension of your body and creativity, letting you focus entirely on your playing rather than on the instrument itself.
This idea was born in the repair shop and still drives the brand today. Over more than 50 years, every detail of a Blade guitar has been developed in direct response to the real needs that players brought to the workbench – resulting in innovative active electronics (the renowned VSC system), outstanding playability and a versatile, unmistakable sound. The result is a range of premium instruments that unite craftsmanship and Swiss heritage with modern technology.
Musician-driven from the very first idea, Blade Guitars remains a sought-after choice for guitarists who want an instrument that's truly built around them.
We are Archie and Filip, two friends, musicians and electronics engineers that met in Uni, back when we were battling with the laws of physics, math equations and micro-controllers. We arose victorious, wiser and madder than before. Together we are BLUE FX DEVICES and we are dedicated in creating playful and interactive effects devices for all your electric instruments.
Bluebox Geetars builds handcrafted electric guitars and sells to both private customers and music stores.
Our designs are a blend of vintage aesthetics and modern playability.
The bodies of our guitars are made from spruce, giving the instruments a full, warm tone with exceptional sustain. We also build our own pickups, which give each guitar its unique character and sonic identity. Welcome and visit us in our booth.
Best regards, Fredrik and Glenn
Created by renowned live and studio guitarist Thomas Blug, all BluGuitar amps and accessories are tailor-made to give players the best-sounding and most flexible setup ever, in the most easily transportable format ever, and is a dream to control and use - "BOUTIQUE TO GO"!
Sebastian Bogensperger has been building instruments for over 24 years – and playing on stage himself for just as long, as a singer and guitarist. That experience goes straight into his guitars and basses: built on a clear idea, no voodoo, just good engineering. Material, geometry, mechanics – and even then, you never know 100% what you'll end up with. That's exactly what makes it interesting to him. Instead of building the millionth copy of a classic, he prefers his own designs. (Hybrid instruments happen on the side too – half bass, half guitar, for anyone who likes it a bit more unusual.)
Come by the booth and try the instruments yourself. Because whether you fall in love with one isn't decided by a spec sheet – it happens in the first few seconds you start playing.
Bognar Electronics specializes in innovative guitar electronics technology and is renowned for developing the Bognar Pickup System—the world’s first analog programmable guitar pickup system. The Bognar Pickup System merges pure analog signal paths with digital control, enabling players to create, store, and recall an unlimited range of custom tones—from pristine cleans to rich overdrive, distortion and even fuzz. By adjusting pickup configurations, dual parametric EQs (pre- and post-overdrive), and integrated overdrive circuitry, musicians can shape their sound with precision while preserving the unmistakable warmth, dynamics, and responsiveness of analog circuitry. At its core, Bognar Electronics designs and manufactures all products in-house, maintaining uncompromising quality and attention to detail. The company’s mission is to empower musicians with inspiring analog sound while having all the creative freedom and customization that our digital age offers.
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BOSS is recognised by guitarists and musicians globally as the world's first name in compact guitar effects pedals. For over forty years, the Japanese manufacturer has pioneered the latest technology to create over 100 industry-leading pedals, expanding to multi-effects, signal processors, consumer tech, and amplifiers.
Products such as the BOSS Katana Series amplifiers, Waza-Air Headphones, and Pocket GT continue to highlight BOSS as one of the guitar and musical instrument industries great innovators.
At EASTMAN we pride ourselves to make the best possible instrument available to everyone. When it comes to craftmanship Eastman guitars & mandolins are built the old-fashioned way, by hand and with an attention to detail that makes sure that every instrument reaches its full potential. Tap tuned tone-woods, coming from the best wood suppliers in the world with an eye for sustainability. Hand-scalloped bracings, Thermo-cured tops, Our signature Truetone & Violin Varnish finishes. When it comes to quality, there are no shortcuts. Working only with the leading part suppliers in the world, such as Lollar, Seymour Duncan, LR Baggs, Switchcraft & D’Addario among many others – Eastman always aims for excellence.
”Bourgeois Guitars” is known as the highest quality acoustic guitars available today made by Dana Bourgeois and his trained luthier teams in the USA and in China (Touchtone series). The Bourgeois Guitar company has been a part of our family for two years. Dana is one of the top acoustic guitar makers in the world: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dana_Bourgeois
Boyarsky Custom Guitars are complex and unique instruments. We’ve been making guitars for over a decade, and we’ve been making them by hand the whole time using only the best materials and equipment available.
We never make the exact same guitars. Even if you choose the same model, every time each individual element will be performed as required by the needs and aesthetics of the customer.
Development is the most valuable thing that we can bring to our business together with the element of art - inseparable from our work.
BR Guitares is an artisanal brand of electric guitars and basses, handcrafted in France from locally sourced woods.
Each instrument combines the raw character of natural materials with a bold, refined design.
As a passionate French luthier, I strive to create instruments that inspire unique musical objects with a strong identity and authentic tone.
Brandmeister Guitars is our boutique brand for handcrafted electric guitars defined by clean design, thoughtful ergonomics, and remarkable lightness. Each instrument is built with precise craftsmanship and combines traditional workmanship with modern conception. Our guitars are lightweight, well-balanced, and designed to fit the player’s body – created for musicians seeking a direct and inspiring playing experience.
Through meticulous handcrafting supported by high-precision manufacturing and measurement processes, each instrument achieves exceptional fit, flawless fretwork, and optimal action – effortless playability you can feel instantly.
The Jan Küster Guitar Workshop forms the artisanal foundation behind the brand. Here, experience, attention to detail, and musical understanding come together. As active musicians, we know exactly how an instrument needs to respond and sound to inspire both on stage and in the studio. This insight shapes every Brandmeister guitar from the first idea to the final setup.
Brandmeister Guitars – clear lines, honest craftsmanship, inspiring tone.
BullCases
BullCases manufactures heavy-duty drum and percussion cases that keep instruments safe on the road. Combining robust construction with precise fit, BullCases products are built for drummers who need reliable protection for their gear every day.
Buettner Guitars - Handmade in Leipzig
In my workshop I create your custom guitars and basses. No limits to your imagination. Everything made to fit your play style. Customized unique designs, expertly crafted!
You want to see how it's made? Come visit me for a guitar making course and build Your guitar yourself. Maybe not as flawless but truly Yours!
Cheers
Felix
C.F. Martin & Co. is the oldest American guitar manufacturer, founded in 1833 by Christian Frederick Martin in New York and based in Nazareth, Pennsylvania ever since. Martin essentially invented the modern steel-string acoustic guitar — the X-bracing, the dreadnought, the OM and 000 body shapes — and remains the global benchmark for acoustic tone. From the iconic D-28 to the 000-18, the Authentic series and the affordable Road Series, every Martin is built with the same dedication to craftsmanship that has carried the company through almost two centuries of guitar making.
Tube Amp Doctor Musikhandels GmbH (TAD) trades, develops and produces components and accessories for tube amplifiers and supplies private customers in the retail sector and specialist dealers, service companies and production companies in the wholesale sector.
TAD is the official exclusive distributor for Accutronics (Reverb), CAIG DeoxIT, Celestion, Jensen Speaker and PSVANE.
Other brands in distribution include Belton, Electro-Harmonix, FANE, Gold Lion, JJ-Electroncis, KR-Audio, Mojotone, Shuguang, Sovtek and TungSol.
TAD products are available worldwide through a distribution network in Europe, North America, Asia and Australia.
TAD emerged in 1993 from the sole proprietorship of Andreas Hecke, founded in 1989, and is an owner-managed family business.
Can Oral Guitars is a boutique guitar brand that produces entirely handmade instruments with meticulously personalized details. The brand specializes in fretless guitars, classical guitars, baritone classical/fretless guitars, and steel-string guitars. Custom design and tradition coexist within Can Oral Guitars’ designs.
Carl Martin was founded in 1990 in Denmark and has become one of the most respected names in professional effects pedals. Designed by Danish engineer Kim Sølve and built with serious attention to premium components, Carl Martin pedals are known for their warm, musical voicing and rock-solid road-ready construction. The range includes iconic models like the Plexitone overdrive, the Hot Drive'n Boost, the Compressor Limiter and the Atlantic chorus — all favourites of touring pros around the world. Designed in Denmark, built to last.
Catalinbread was founded in 2003 in Portland, Oregon and has become one of the most respected names in modern boutique effects. The pedal line is thoughtfully voiced and often built around recreating the magic of specific amplifiers and pieces of studio gear — from the legendary Belle Epoch tape echo and Echorec delay to the Sabbra Cadabra Sabbath-era distortion and the Topanga spring reverb. Each Catalinbread pedal is designed, assembled and tested in the Pacific Northwest by a small team of dedicated builders who share a passion for tone and history.
Cathedral creates boutique guitar and bass cabinets for players in search of a truly personal voice. While instruments, amplifiers, and effects shape your sound, the cabinet is where tone ultimately comes to life.
Each Cathedral cabinet is individually designed and handcrafted using premium materials such as high-density plywood and select solid tonewoods. Traditional dovetail joinery ensures maximum rigidity, durability, and airtightness, allowing the cabinet to resonate with depth, clarity, and authority.
The result is a custom-built cabinet that reflects your playing style, musical identity, and aesthetic vision.
Ceccarini Guitars stands out for its modern, innovative designs, precision craftsmanship, and commitment to quality. Specializing in 6, 7, and 8-string electric guitars, we use only the finest materials and offer extensive customization to create truly unique instruments. Our in-house designed pickups ensure exceptional tone and performance. More than just instruments, Ceccarini Guitars are works of art, crafted for musicians who demand the best. Discover the Ceccarini difference.
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Tube Amp Doctor Musikhandels GmbH (TAD) trades, develops and produces components and accessories for tube amplifiers and supplies private customers in the retail sector and specialist dealers, service companies and production companies in the wholesale sector.
TAD is the official exclusive distributor for Accutronics (Reverb), CAIG DeoxIT, Celestion, Jensen Speaker and PSVANE.
Other brands in distribution include Belton, Electro-Harmonix, FANE, Gold Lion, JJ-Electroncis, KR-Audio, Mojotone, Shuguang, Sovtek and TungSol.
TAD products are available worldwide through a distribution network in Europe, North America, Asia and Australia.
TAD emerged in 1993 from the sole proprietorship of Andreas Hecke, founded in 1989, and is an owner-managed family business.
Chaos Audio is a young American start-up whose passion for guitar sounds and studies in electrical engineering led to the development of a multi-effects pedal that is controlled entirely via a simple mobile app. Effects and presets are selected directly via the app, eliminating the need for bulky pedalboards. Regular updates ensure a growing collection of effects.
Chapman Guitars was founded in 2009 in the UK by guitarist and YouTuber Rob Chapman with a unique approach: actively involving players in the design process through online community input. The result is a range of modern electric guitars and basses — including the ML1, ML2 and ML3 — that combine contemporary specs, accessible pricing and player-driven design choices. Chapman has built a loyal global following with a clear promise: instruments designed by guitarists, for guitarists.
Charlesville is a brand of affordable acoustic and acoustic-electric guitars distributed by Musik Wein in Germany. The range covers dreadnought, grand auditorium and parlor body styles in classic wood combinations, designed to deliver reliable tone, clean construction and easy playability at accessible price points. With carefully selected tonewoods and consistent build quality, Charlesville guitars are aimed at beginners and intermediate players looking for a dependable acoustic without compromise.
Southern California is not only home to legendary guitarists but also to one of the original pioneers of high-performance guitars: Charvel. For over 40 years, discerning players seeking superior sound and feel have turned to Charvel’s masterfully crafted instruments. Whether it’s metal icons like Warren DeMartini and Jake E. Lee, fusion virtuosos like Allan Holdsworth and Shawn Lane, or modern guitar masters like Guthrie Govan and Angel Vivaldi, Charvel has been synonymous with exceptional guitar design.
This commitment to tone, performance, and innovation dates back to the late 1970s, when Charvel was born in Southern California. The brand shares its roots with Jackson Guitars, and in 1978, Grover Jackson took over the company from founder Wayne Charvel. Originally, Charvel's Guitar Repair was a small shop in Azusa, California, specializing in hot-rodding traditional electric guitars. After acquiring the company, Jackson started producing his own high-performance instruments under the Charvel name. The first guitars debuted in 1979 and quickly gained recognition, especially among the flashy new generation of talented Southern California guitarists emerging in the early 1980s.
Alongside these early Charvel models, Grover Jackson soon launched a second line of guitars under his own name. However, Charvel established itself as an independent brand, earning a reputation for producing "muscle car" guitars—classic designs with a hot-rodded attitude, favored by many of the world's most technically accomplished players in metal and fusion.
From the 1980s to today, Charvel has consistently introduced innovative and original guitar models with the best in high-performance design and features. With the modern DK24 platform, exclusive artist models, and the legendary San Dimas and So-Cal guitars, Charvel continues to shape the future of high-performance guitar design.
Charvel guitars come standard with features that are considered premium on other instruments, including:
Compound-radius fretboards for effortless playability
High-output pickups designed to push amps into screaming overdrive
Floyd Rose® bridge tremolo systems for extreme whammy bar action
Customizable electronics and heavy-duty hardware
Unique finishes—from classic to bold, eye-catching designs
Charvel represents innovation, speed, and maximum performance—the ultimate choice for guitarists who refuse to compromise.
Cherub Technology is a Chinese musical electronics company specialising in tuners, metronomes, audio interfaces and a wide range of music accessories. From the popular WST clip-on tuners to drum tuners, microphones and recording gear, Cherub products combine practical design with reliable performance at attractive price points. With decades of experience in OEM manufacturing for major industry brands, Cherub also brings serious engineering to its own product range.
Chicago Classic is a well-established brand specializing in high-quality gigbags and cases for musical instruments. Combining solid craftsmanship, smart design, and a wide range of quality and price levels, the brand offers reliable protection for guitars, basses, and drums—ideal for beginners and professionals alike.
Its gigbags (Standard, Basic, Prestige, Premium) provide excellent value for money, while the sturdy instrument cases impress with protection, clean design, and options such as classic black, retro tweed, or lightweight versions.
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ChickenPicks guitar picks makes boutique guitar picks from thermoset. This is a thermosetting plastic.
Unique in the world of guitar picks, which may be confirmed by thousands of guitar players worldwide in over 100 countries.
The company started in 2010, altough the product was created in 1985 by Eppo Franken.
Steve Clayton, Inc., based in Talent, Oregon, is a renowned manufacturer of high-quality musical accessories, with a focus on guitar picks. The company’s origins go back to 1966 when a 16-year-old Steve Clayton, armed with creativity and determination, began selling beautifully designed guitar chord chart posters. Living out of his van, he traveled across the country, visiting music stores and building his business from the ground up. Today, the company operates out of a state-of-the-art 16,000-square-foot factory, continuing its legacy of innovation and American craftsmanship.
For Cloe Guitars:
Founded in 1991, Cloe Guitars has been handcrafting high-end instruments for over thirty years. Designed to meet the expectations of the most demanding professional musicians and enthusiasts alike.
Each guitar is built with meticulous attention to detail and using the finest materials exclusively to ensure superior performance.
Since 2008, all Cloe Guitars undergo the Plek machine levelling process, an advanced technology that guarantees optimal intonation, comfort, and flawless sound quality.
Each Cloe Guitar is a one-of-a-kind instrument musicians can rely on, perfect for fully expressing their talent.
Cole Clark Guitars
Cole Clark Guitars combine classical construction with innovative design, sustainably sourced woods and the world’s most natural sounding pickup to produce a stronger, lighter, unique instrument for the modern acoustic player.
CopperSound Pedals is a small, family-run boutique effects company based in Massachusetts, USA. Every pedal is hand-built in small batches with a strong focus on premium components, distinctive industrial design and characterful circuits. Highlights of the range include the Polaris, Foxcatcher overdrive, Triplegraph (developed with Jack White) and Strategy delay — pedals that combine vintage-inspired tone with modern features and impeccable build quality. Hand-built in the USA, designed to inspire.
CORDIAL was founded in 1995 as a legally independent enterprise near Munich/Germany supplying bulk and ready-made cables to Musical Instruments and Event technology customers.
Three core parameters define CORDIAL: a consistently high cable quality, a reliable and constant product supply and a flexible delivery capacity. All this combined with our proven trustworthiness regarding all aspects of customer relations guarantees that "Fairness" is not just an empty phrase, but CORDIAL’s established trade policy.
In 2023 Yamaha Guitar Group further broadened its offerings for guitarists by acquiring Córdoba Music Group, which was originally founded with a mission to bring the nylon string guitar to a wider guitar community. Beginning in 1997, Córdoba assembled a team of master luthiers to create guitars built with a nod to classic techniques of Spanish guitar makers from the late 19th and early 20th century. From there the brand blossomed. As it grew, Guild Guitars, with its own impressive history dating back to 1953, was added to the CMG portfolio in 2014. Following the addition of Guild, HumiCase, and DeArmond pickups joined the group. CMG also took over distribution of Savarez and Aquila strings in the U.S.
The integration of brands from Córdoba Music Group—Córdoba® and Guild® guitars, HumiCase® instrument cases, and DeArmond® pickups—extends the already wide variety of offerings for acoustic, electric, and bass guitar products from Yamaha, Line 6, and Ampeg. This new venture is an instant compliment to Yamaha’s own array of nylon fretted instruments and adds ukuleles and acoustic bass guitars to the mix, as well as a selection of pickups, cases, and strings. The addition also brings with it skilled US-based premium guitar manufacturing and processes. All of this is in service to an initiative by Yamaha to continuously broaden the scope, quality, and innovation it can offer guitar players.
Cornerstone Music Gear is an Italian boutique effects manufacturer based in Verona, founded by guitarist and circuit designer Davide Donelli. The range focuses on dynamic, transparent overdrive and boost circuits — the Gladio, Antique, Imperium and Pyros pedals have become favourites of tone-conscious players for their ability to clean up beautifully with the guitar's volume knob and stack into rich, harmonically complex drive. Hand-built in Italy with premium components and serious attention to musicality.
Cort Guitars has been building acoustic guitars for more than 50 years and is today one of the largest acoustic guitar manufacturers in the world. The acoustic range covers everything from beginner-friendly dreadnoughts to high-end all-solid concert and parlor models, including long-running series like the Earth, Gold, Luce and CJ ranges. Cort works closely with renowned builders and uses carefully selected tonewoods, modern bracing patterns and quality electronics from partners such as Fishman to deliver acoustic instruments that look, feel and sound far above their price point.
Cort Guitars is one of the largest and most experienced guitar manufacturers in the world, founded in 1973 in South Korea. With its own factories in Korea, Indonesia and China, Cort produces a full range of electric guitars and basses across multiple price points — from accessible workhorses to high-end signature models developed with artists like Matt Bellamy (Muse), Hiram Bullock, Jeff Berlin and Manu Katché. Cort's combination of large-scale manufacturing know-how, modern features and consistent quality has made the brand a trusted choice for players worldwide.
Cortex Bass stems from the desire to develop an electric bass of exceptional quality, hand made, at a competitive pricing. Combining the three concepts of Quality sourcing applied to a design made in Switzerland and a high-end luxury finish made in France. The construction of our hand built “Napoleon” and “Ganesha” models were facilitated by the encounter and collaboration with Paul Lairat, luthier in Courthézon (France), designer himself of a famous modern interpretation of the electric bass.
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Cotton Musical Supply (CMS), founded by Jürgen Kirschner and based in Butzbach, Germany, is a specialist distributor and retailer for boutique guitar and bass effects. The portfolio reads like a who's who of small-batch pedal builders — Flattley, Mad Professor, Z.Vex, Spaceman, Disaster Area, Voodoo Lab, Greer, Lindy Fralin, Evidence Audio, Wren & Cuff and many more. CMS brings these handmade, responsive and atmospheric effects to the European market, supporting players and dealers who care about tone, craftsmanship and the stories behind their gear.
Crafter
The company was founded by HuynKnown Park in April 1972 and passed on to his son Injae Park in 1986. From the very beginning, Crafter Guitars has specialized in the construction of high-quality acoustic guitars and philosophy to this day. Since 2022, John Park has taken over as CEO from his father and is now in the third generation of John Park as CEO. Crafter Guitars is one of the leading acoustic guitar manufacturers in the world
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John Park
John Park - CEO of Crafter Guitars: From the idea to the market-ready guitar
Crazy Tube Circuits is a Greek boutique effects manufacturer based in Athens, founded by guitar player and engineer Chris Ploutarhou. The brand has built an international reputation for tube-amp-style overdrives, distortions and modulation pedals that capture the feel and dynamics of classic valve circuits in stompbox form. Models like the Falcon overdrive, the Black Magic boost, the White Whale reverb and the Sidekick boost have become favourites of guitarists who value the responsive, organic character of great tube tone. Hand-built in Greece with serious attention to musicality.
Cream T Custom Shop is an award-winning British manufacturer, proudly handcrafting custom products in the UK. For over 20 years, they've built their reputation as master pickup designers, with their creations being sought after by legendary guitarists around the world.
The Cry Baby is the original wah pedal — first introduced by Thomas Organ in 1966 and now made by Dunlop, it has shaped the sound of generations of guitarists from Jimi Hendrix and Eric Clapton to Slash, Kirk Hammett and Zakk Wylde. The Dunlop-built Cry Baby line spans the original GCB95 standard wah, the 535Q multi-wah, mini versions and a wide range of artist signature models, each tailored to a specific player's voicing. After more than half a century, the Cry Baby remains the gold standard against which every other wah pedal is measured.
Cuntz Guitars® is the workshop of master luthier Andreas Cuntz in Riedstadt-Crumstadt, Germany. After training at the renowned violin-making school in Mittenwald in 1994, Andreas developed his own designs and has been handcrafting acoustic, classical and Weissenborn®-style guitars ever since. Every instrument is made exclusively by hand from carefully selected exclusive materials and tailored to the individual customer — with no extra charge for custom neck profiles or left-handed builds. The signature CWG23 series, including the Mike Dawes and Petteri Sariola signature models, has earned international recognition for its innovative design, exceptional balance and full, refined sound.
D’Addario vertreibt seine Produkte unter verschiedenen Marken wie D’Addario, D’Addario Accessories, D’Addario Orchestral, D’Addario Woodwinds, Promark, Evans und Puresound.
Das Familienunternehmen, dessen Wurzeln bis in das 17. Jahrhundert nach Italien zurückreichen, beschäftigt heute über 1.100 Mitarbeiter und stellt 95% seines Sortiments unter Anwendung der Lean Manufacturing Prinzipien von Toyota in den USA her.
D’Addario vertreibt sein Sortiment in 120 Ländern und baut dabei alleine in Europa auf das Vertrauen von über 2.200 Händlern sowie den bedeutendsten E-Commerce Plattformen in Deutschland, Österreich, Großbritannien, Irland, Frankreich und Benelux. Darüber hinaus ist D’Addario die erste Wahl bei Musikern wie Keith Urban, Zak Brown, Brandi Carlile, Dave Matthews, Gary Clark Jr., Chris Thile, Ry Cooder, Joe Satriani, Julia Fischer, Anderson Paak, Kacey Musgraves und vielen mehr.
Die D’Addario Stiftung glaubt an die Kraft der Musik und daran, dass sie der Schlüssel ist, um Kreativität zu entfalten, Selbstbewusstsein zu steigern sowie Bildung zu fördern.
Darüber hinaus setzt sich D‘Addario für Nachhaltigkeit mit Initiativen wie PlayPlantPreserve ein und reduziert seinen ökologischen Fußabdruck durch die Verwendung umweltfreundlicher Verpackungen auf ein Minimum.
D’Addario is the world’s largest manufacturer of musical instrument accessories, marketed under several product brands: D’Addario Fretted, D’Addario Orchestral, D’Addario Woodwinds, Promark Drumsticks, Evans Drumheads, and Puresound Snare Wires. A family-owned and operated business with roots dating back to the 17th century, D’Addario now has over 1,100 employees worldwide, and manufactures 95% of its products in the U.S. while utilizing Toyota's Lean manufacturing principles. D'Addario musical accessories are distributed in 120 countries, serve more than and relies in Europe alone on the trust of over 2,200 dealers as well as leading e-commerce platforms in Germany, Austria, the United Kingdom, Ireland, France, and the Benelux region. Moreover, D’Addario is the brand of choice for artists such as Keith Urban, Zac Brown, Brandi Carlile, Dave Matthews, Gary Clark Jr., Chris Thile, Ry Cooder, Joe Satriani, Julia Fischer, Anderson .Paak, Kacey Musgraves, and many more.
The D’Addario Foundation believes in the power of music to unlock creativity, boost self-confidence, and enhance academics. D’Addario also reinforces its role as a social and environmental leader with initiatives such as PlayPlantPreserve.
We help serious players cut through the noise by crafting unapologetically sharp picks built for tonal control, crystal-clear cables and spotlight-worth guitars.
Danelectro is an American musical instrument manufacturer best known for its distinctive electric guitars, basses, and effects pedals. Founded in 1947 by Nathan Daniel, the company gained popularity in the 1950s and 1960s with affordable instruments featuring unique designs, lipstick-tube pickups, and a characteristic vintage sound. Danelectro instruments have been used by many influential musicians across rock, pop, and alternative genres. Today, the brand is celebrated for reviving classic models and tones, combining retro style with modern playability.
Daniel Ott Guitars
In my small workshop I handcraft bespoke guitars. Each instrument is made in close collaboration with the client. Not only to create a unique guitar but an extension of the player himself.
Dark Art Guitars builds bespoke modern guitars and basses with a clear focus on ergonomics, balance, and playability. Each instrument is crafted around flexible core models, giving players extensive freedom to tailor design, feel, and sound to their exact needs.
Specializing in headless and multiscale designs, Dark Art Guitars moves beyond convention. Rethinking not only form, but also guitar electronics through an innovative new concept. The result is a purpose-built instrument designed to perform at the highest level.
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Darkglass Electronics was founded in 2009 in Helsinki, Finland by Chileans Douglas Castro and Hugo Villarroel. Specialising in bass guitar effects and amplification, Darkglass has redefined modern bass tone with iconic pedals like the B7K, Vintage Microtubes and Alpha Omega — delivering the kind of articulate, aggressive distortion that has become the sound of contemporary progressive and metal bass. The range extends to lightweight Microtubes amplifiers, premium cabinets and the all-in-one Anagram modeller. Designed in Finland, built for modern bass.
De Gier basses are a reinterpretation of classic basses. We seek to keep what we love (sounds, shapes) and improve where needed (playability, reliability, stability, weight, response, custom features, finish, looks, etc etc). Our basses find their way to players all over the world.
Death By Audio's effects pedals are handmade in an underground warehouse in Queens, NYC. The company was founded in 2002 by Oliver Ackermann, the singer and guitarist of the band 'A Place To Bury Strangers'. Death by Audio spent its first few years in a warehouse in Virginia and Brooklyn, until it was finally housed in the infamous Williamsburg Death By Audio effects pedal factory for nine years. This included a venue, recording studio and live workspace. After the venue closed its doors in 2014, the company moved the effects pedal workshop to Queens, where Oliver and his team continue to make pedals by hand. The high level of craftsmanship that goes into the circuitry and graphics is an impressive illustration of how much passion, creativity and good sound goes into the little boxes. The number of artists who have become supporters of the brand, including Lou Reed, U2, Wilco, Nine Inch Nails, My Bloody Valentine and Radiohead, is also impressive. The range includes Death By Audio pedals from a variety of effects categories, often combining several effects (e.g. fuzz and modulation in the Echo Dream 2). Each of these "loud" pedals is special in its own ingenious way.
MGH Guitars is no stranger to the world of custom guitar building and has firmly established itself in the Hard ’n Heavy scene.
From their own workshops on the outskirts of Berlin, the young and dynamic team forges a wide range of bold, extravagant instruments – built with uncompromising craftsmanship and attitude.
True to their motto “Evil but Sexy”, these Satanic axes are handcrafted and equipped with MGH’s own in-house pickups, delivering a sound as brutal as their look.
For Guitar Summit 2026, MGH Guitars presents its latest creations on the Brutal Assault Tour, showcasing a lineup that raises the bar once again – from heavy to heavier to absolutely merciless.
This year also marks a new chapter for MGH Guitars:
with a complete facelift and a brand-new logo, the brand steps into its next evolution – sharper, darker, and more focused than ever.
We are Derk Jan Lievers from the Netherlands and Wu Dongming from China, who, under the name DeJaWu Guitars, make custom-made, hand-carved semi-acoustic and archtop guitars.
In 2022, we strengthened our team with the renowned acoustic guitar builder and player Jonathan Gogh, who specialized in building classical and acoustic steel-string guitars. Every guitar we build is a unique, crafted with the utmost care and precision. Made for players who appreciate true craftsmanship and want an instrument that will last for generations. Since the beginning of 2026, we have had at our disposal a state-of-the-art and well-equipped studio for the manual construction of our instruments. In the course of 2026, we will start using a completely new studio that has been equipped to the latest standards.
MGH Guitars is no stranger to the world of custom guitar building and has firmly established itself in the Hard ’n Heavy scene.
From their own workshops on the outskirts of Berlin, the young and dynamic team forges a wide range of bold, extravagant instruments – built with uncompromising craftsmanship and attitude.
True to their motto “Evil but Sexy”, these Satanic axes are handcrafted and equipped with MGH’s own in-house pickups, delivering a sound as brutal as their look.
For Guitar Summit 2026, MGH Guitars presents its latest creations on the Brutal Assault Tour, showcasing a lineup that raises the bar once again – from heavy to heavier to absolutely merciless.
This year also marks a new chapter for MGH Guitars:
with a complete facelift and a brand-new logo, the brand steps into its next evolution – sharper, darker, and more focused than ever.
DGZ Dime Guitarz - "No corners cut, no compromises for ease of production! Just everything pure Dime. This isn't the culprit you know... it's the Culprit the way Darrell intended it!"
In 2024, a group of audio enthusiasts joined forces, determined to accomplish something meaningful: develop high-quality, affordable professional audio equipment, thereby connecting with like-minded individuals.
We warmly welcome feedback from musicians and recording producers to refine equipment that truly meets their practical needs.
All products are hand-assembled unit by unit, with carefully selected components, and each device undergoes independent quality inspection; therefore, we are confident in providing a three-year warranty for every product that leaves our factory.
We firmly believe that superior equipment empowers musicians to create more timeless masterpieces.
This is our proud original aspiration.
Our mission is to design equipment that musicians aspire to.
Our product development is not only driven by passion but also stems from a deep love for the audio industry.
DigiTech is a legendary American name in digital effects and signal processing, founded in 1984 in Salt Lake City, Utah. Over four decades the brand has produced some of the most influential effects units ever built, from the iconic Whammy pitch shifter to the RP series multi-effects, the JamMan loopers and the Drop pitch-shifting pedal. DigiTech has long been a favourite of guitarists looking for innovative sounds — used extensively by artists like Tom Morello, Jack White and Dimebag Darrell. The current range continues to combine bold sound design with road-ready construction.
Dingwall Designer Guitars was founded in 1987 by Sheldon Dingwall in Saskatoon, Canada, and has become one of the most influential modern bass brands in the world. Dingwall is famous for its fanned-fret (multi-scale) construction, which optimises string tension across the fretboard and delivers exceptional B-string clarity on 5- and 6-string instruments. From the flagship Combustion and NG series (developed with Adam 'Nolly' Getgood) to the Super J and Z3 lines, Dingwall basses are the choice of players like Lee Sklar, Bryan Beller and countless modern progressive bassists. Built in Canada with engineering precision.
Divitone is an emerging musical instrument brand focuses on providing players with fun, innovative and practical instruments. Divitone is committed to integrating a sense of fashion and humanized design into its products to bring users a better playing experience.
Driven by a desire to break the monotony of repetitive sound, Divitone was born out of a dedication to musical innovation. We believe music should have no boundaries. Through bold designs and superior acoustic technique, Divitone transforms ordinary sounds into infinite possibilities. Our goal is to meet the different styles and needs of music enthusiasts through unique design and superior sound quality, so that there is no threshold for music, everyone can enjoy the joy of music.
My name is Emil.
I am grateful to my family, the Universe and everyone who trusted me that I can express myself in this way.
You already know all the guitars that all the world's guitar music was played with back in time. Come see the guitars that would be used to play music forward in time.
I want to inspire you with my vision of harmony.
Go for it!
Dogal is a small family company based in Venice, Italy manufacturing hand made strings for almost every kind of classical, modern and ethnic instruments since 1950. The true essence of Dogal strings is our experience and unending research of innovative materials and technologies.
The company's philosophy:
- Good quality,
- Tailor made products / customized strings,
- Passion,
- Interaction with musician
Manufacturing purposes:
- Respect the instruments/soundboard,
- Comfortable playing,
- Long lasting strings
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Jonas Hellborg
The Bass Guitar String the most important component of you rig.
DOLFINOS is a Swiss company where engineering meets a passion for music. We are the creators of the revolutionary miniput, a music stand built with world-class precision. Designed to be the ultimate travel companion, the miniput is an affordable, incredibly light, and ultra-compact music stand that fits right in your bag. It combines simple-to-use Swiss design with a build that is tough enough for any stage.
Japarts - Japanese Guitar Parts
We supply the greatest Japanese guitar parts and tools to luthiers, shops, repair specialists and musicians anywhere in the world!
We offer the widest selection of DoMo parts and materials, Gotoh® tuners and Hiroshima Files Uo-Chikyu fret and nut files.
Donner Music – Hochwertige Musikinstrumente mit internationaler Kompetenz
Donner Music ist ein international aufgestellter Hersteller von Musikinstrumenten und Audioequipment mit Produktionsstandorten in China und einer wachsenden Präsenz auf dem europäischen und deutschen Markt. Das Unternehmen steht für moderne Instrumente, zuverlässige Qualität und ein attraktives Preis-Leistungs-Verhältnis – entwickelt für Musikerinnen und Musiker aller Erfahrungsstufen.
Zum Produktsortiment von Donner Music zählen unter anderem Gitarren, Digitalpianos, Synthesizer, E-Drums, Effektpedale sowie umfangreiches Zubehör für den Einsatz im Studio, Proberaum und auf der Bühne. Alle Produkte werden nach internationalen Standards gefertigt und entsprechen den geltenden europäischen Richtlinien, einschließlich CE-Konformität und relevanter Qualitäts- und Sicherheitsanforderungen.
Für den deutschen Markt legt Donner Music besonderen Wert auf klare Produktkonzepte, langlebige Materialien und eine intuitive Bedienung. Die Entwicklung der Instrumente erfolgt in enger Zusammenarbeit mit Musikern, Produzenten und Pädagogen, um praxisnahe Lösungen zu schaffen, die sowohl Einsteiger als auch ambitionierte Hobbymusiker und semiprofessionelle Anwender ansprechen.
Dank moderner Fertigungstechnologien, kontinuierlicher Qualitätskontrollen und einer transparenten Markenphilosophie hat sich Donner Music international als zuverlässiger Anbieter im Bereich erschwinglicher Musikinstrumente etabliert. In Deutschland sind die Produkte über den Fachhandel sowie etablierte Online-Plattformen erhältlich und werden durch kundenorientierte Service- und Supportstrukturen ergänzt.
Über Donner Music
Donner Music ist ein international tätiger Hersteller von Musikinstrumenten und Audioequipment. Das Unternehmen entwickelt und produziert Instrumente für den weltweiten Markt mit dem Anspruch, musikalische Kreativität durch zugängliche, zuverlässige und moderne Produkte zu fördern. Dan Music Partner ist der Vertriebspartner für Skandinavien und Deutschland.
Handcrafted in Bratislava, Slovakia, Dowina guitars are born from a deep respect for wood, sound, and craftsmanship. Each all solid instrument carries a personal story, built slowly and intentionally by true guitar makers. Whether it’s a delicate parlor or a bold dreadnought, every Dowina is made to inspire, connect, and last a lifetime
DPA Microphones is the leading Danish Professional Audio manufacturer of high-quality condenser microphone solutions for professional applications. DPA’s ultimate goal is to always provide its customers with the absolute finest possible microphone solutions for all its markets - including live sound and recording. The company does not compromise on its manufacturing, which is done within very tight tolerances and strict testing at the DPA factory in Denmark. As a result, DPA’s products are globally praised for their exceptional clarity and transparency; unparalleled specifications; supreme durability and reliability; and, above all, pure,uncolored and undistorted sound.
In 1989, DR Strings re-introduced hand-made round core string making to the general market. It requires a lot of skill, time and care, but we feel it’s worth it because we can hear the difference between a handmade string and a machine made string.
Dr. Liston's
Welcome to the Marvellous World of Dr. Liston, where the smoky streets of England have inspired the creation of the world’s most refined and exquisite cleaning products. Here, you enter the realm of Dr. Liston’s Remarkable Remedies, where meticulous craftsmanship meets unparalleled expertise in instrument care. All products Made in the UK.
DREAMAKER AMPS
Handmade guitar amplifiers by Marco Ferrari, Verona, Italy – Est. 2011 – Also used by Phil Palmer & Carl Verheyen. Less knobs, more tone.
Hapas Guitars, Driftwood Amplifications and Lichtlaerm Audio are extremely dedicated custom Metal brands from Germany. Come over and let us prove it to you.
DSM & Humboldt Electronics is a Chilean company that has become one of the most innovative names in modern guitar gear, specialising in advanced preamps, cab simulators and unique signal processors. Founded by Luis Pacheco, the brand is best known for the Simplifier series — fully analog amp simulators that let players go direct to FOH or recording without an amp, with stereo cab modeling and zero latency. The range also includes the Humboldt-branded preamps and the OmniCabSim Deluxe. Designed in Chile, used in studios and on stages worldwide.
French manufacturer specializing in audio solutions and accessories for guitarists and musicians, with a strong focus on sound quality and reliability.
About Duke Guitars
Passion for luthiery and collaboration between experts. That’s what Duke Guitars offers as a brand of Bestacoustics Reinhardt GmbH. The renowned German distributor and manufacturer has specialized in solid quality at fair prices, focusing especially on the guitar sector, with thirty years of experience.
To achieve this goal at Duke Guitars we work with Armin Hanika very closely. The renowned master luthier has been producing high-quality classical guitars in Germany for over 30 years. In 2021, Bestacoustics Reinhardt GmbH added Duke Guitars to its portfolio to offer an even more diverse selection of concert and steel-string guitars.
The guitars are made in China according to the exact specifications of Bestacoustics & Armin Hanika and are finalized in Germany by experienced master luthiers in the company’s own workshops. In this way, we combine the art of Chinese luthiery with German craftsmanship tradition and guarantee a unique sound experience at a very high level. Duke Guitars stand for innovation, quality and customer satisfaction.
Dunable Guitars are the leading modern guitar brand for rock and aggressive music. We are known for top of the line quality in both our USA shop and our more affordable import models (Dunable DE.) Our 25.5 scale length creates stronger tuning stability and our high end wood selection allows for full wood resonance. We offer a variety of unique/iconic body shapes and a wide selection of powerful yet clear house made pickups to fit all of your tone needs.
Jim Dunlop, founded in 1965 by James Dunlop Sr. in Benicia, California, is one of the most influential names in guitar accessories and effects. From the iconic Cry Baby wah and the legendary Tortex picks to the Capo, slide and string ranges, Dunlop products are on the pedalboards, in the cases and in the hands of guitarists at every level. The company is also home to MXR and Way Huge — three brands under one family roof, all built around the same commitment to quality, innovation and the working musician.
Maurice Dupont settled in 1981. He is a master luthier. He makes classical, steel strings, gypsy, weissenborn guitars as well as ukuleles and amplifiers under the trademark Maurice Dupont.
At EarthQuaker Devices, we believe that effects pedals and synth modules should be simple and user-friendly, with lots of practical, useable, and musical sounds, but should also be a launchpad for sonic exploration and aural innovation. Most of all, they should always work correctly all of the time, which is why each and every single EarthQuaker Devices pedal is hand built, hand tested, and guaranteed for life.
We inspire a lifetime of musical adventures for all sonic explorers.
At EASTMAN we pride ourselves to make the best possible instrument available to everyone. When it comes to craftmanship Eastman guitars & mandolins are built the old-fashioned way, by hand and with an attention to detail that makes sure that every instrument reaches its full potential. Tap tuned tone-woods, coming from the best wood suppliers in the world with an eye for sustainability. Hand-scalloped bracings, Thermo-cured tops, Our signature Truetone & Violin Varnish finishes. When it comes to quality, there are no shortcuts. Working only with the leading part suppliers in the world, such as Lollar, Seymour Duncan, LR Baggs, Switchcraft & D’Addario among many others – Eastman always aims for excellence.
”Bourgeois Guitars” is known as the highest quality acoustic guitars available today made by Dana Bourgeois and his trained luthier teams in the USA and in China (Touchtone series). The Bourgeois Guitar company has been a part of our family for two years. Dana is one of the top acoustic guitar makers in the world: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dana_Bourgeois
EBS Sweden AB was founded in 1988 by CEO Bo L. Engberg and Technical Director Mats Kristoffersson, with the introduction of the legendary EBS-1 rack-mounted preamp.
Since then, EBS has designed professional sound equipment for bass players, including amplifiers, effects, and space-saving pedalboard accessories, such as the renowned EBS flat patch cables.
EBS builds more than bass gear; we craft sonic environments where bass thrives. Every EBS amp delivers a powerful, solid, low-end tone with filters to sculpt the body, and the headroom to express your whole character. Our pedals expand that space, adding new dimensions to your sound, while the accessories save space on your board. It’s not just gear. It’s where you, as a bass player comes alive.
Edition Margaux: Happy Guitarists Since 1988
Specializing in guitar literature, Edition Margaux was founded in 1988 and has been part of the AMA Publishing Group since 2002. With its program of solo, ensemble, and orchestral literature with guitar, Edition Margaux has enriched the repertoire for guitarists for more than thirty years.
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Effekt-Boutique is one of Germany's leading specialist retailers for boutique guitar and bass effects, run with great personal dedication by Andy near Stuttgart. The shop curates an exceptionally deep selection of handmade and small-batch pedals from builders around the world — Death By Audio, Empress, Demon Pedals and many more — often including exclusive runs and hard-to-find models. With deep product knowledge, careful curation and a genuine passion for unusual tones, Effekt-Boutique has become a go-to source for players looking beyond the mainstream pedal market.
EGO guitar stands for bold innovation in the world of electric instruments. Our mission is to challenge conventions and explore new sonic territories through materials, concepts, and design solutions that the guitar industry has never seen before.
Every piece we create carries a distinctive DNA: courageous in its aesthetics, uncompromising in its engineering, and driven by the desire to offer musicians a truly original voice.
At EGO guitar, we don’t simply build instruments — we rethink what a guitar can be. For players who refuse the ordinary, we craft tools that ignite creativity and amplify identity.
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Eko Guitars is one of Italy's most storied guitar brands, founded in 1959 in Recanati by Oliviero Pigini. During the 1960s Eko became one of the largest guitar manufacturers in Europe, with instruments famously played by artists like Bruce Springsteen and Bob Dylan. After several relaunches, the modern Eko range covers electric, acoustic and classical guitars across all price points — from the popular Ranger acoustic series to electric models with vintage Italian flair. Each instrument continues the tradition of accessible, characterful guitars with an unmistakably Italian sense of style.
Electro-Harmonix has been a leader in the electric guitar’s sound evolution since its start in 1968 when founder Mike Matthews ushered in the age of overdrive with the revolutionary LPB-1 Linear Power Booster.
With a primary product line of over 150 guitar effects pedals, from fuzz to delay and modulation to synthesis, the sound and appeal of Electro-Harmonix products are so powerful that they have been imitated and copied by almost every pedal company on the planet.
In addition to effect pedals, Electro-Harmonix also offers guitar amplifiers, vacuum tubes, and guitar accessories including electric guitar strings, instrument tuners and power supplies.
Founded in 1992 in Chicago, Elrick Bass Guitars has since found their way into every major international market. After 33 years, Elrick Basses recently moved to Valencia, Spain where they continue to produce the same individually hand-carved instruments of unparalleled quality for the most discriminating players and collectors around the world.
mens.labs (pronounced immens..) is a small, highly experienced engineering company that has been developing and manufacturing analog measurement and control technology, as well as professional music electronics, since 1997. Since 2017, instrument amplifiers, analog FX pedals, and high-quality power supplies have been produced here under its own label, and products are also developed and supplied on behalf of other manufacturers.
At emens.labs, they do not follow well-trodden paths; instead, they look for new ways, relying on the latest analog technology in SMD and SMT, on audio-optimized designs and layouts, while also combining these with proven tube power amp concepts in order to achieve the best possible result.
Custom-made products and device developments are also gladly accepted if the market cannot offer what an instrument manufacturer, studio operator, or stage outfitter needs.
All emens.labs devices are manufactured exclusively in Germany, all PCBs are assembled, tested, and calibrated here, and they are shipped worldwide from the factory.
EMG, Inc. is an American company based in Santa Rosa (California) that manufactures pickups for electric guitars and electric basses .
The company was originally called Dirtywork Studios and was renamed Overlend in 1978. The current name dates back to 1983 and the abbreviation EMG is derived from Electro-Magnetic Generator - the products have always carried this name.
EMG pickups are used ex works by various manufacturers, such as B.C. Rich, ESP, Jackson, Ibanez and many more. Active EMG pickups have a higher output than comparable passive pickups, as they have a built-in preamp. This has made them popular with many metal and rock guitarists, as they overdrive the amplifier input far more than a weaker pickup.
In addition to the pickups, EMG produces various accessories for guitars and basses, mainly for changing the equalizer settings of the instruments, which are primarily tailored for use with the company's own pickups. Schecter, for example, equips almost all of its basses with complete EMG electronics.
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Eminence Speaker, LLC has built its reputation largely through its influential line of American-made guitar speakers, known for delivering a wide range of tonal personalities to players and amp builders around the world. From vintage-voiced models that capture warm, woody cleans and smooth breakup to high-power modern designs engineered for tight low end, aggressive midrange, and articulate highs, Eminence guitar speakers have become a staple in combo amps and cabinets across genres including blues, country, rock, worship, and metal. Designed to offer distinctive tonal flavors—whether inspired by classic British character or bold American punch—the lineup gives players the ability to fine-tune their rig’s response, sensitivity, headroom, and breakup characteristics. Through artist collaborations, signature models, and close partnerships with boutique and large-scale amplifier manufacturers, Eminence has remained focused on one core mission: delivering reliable, musical speakers that shape and define the sound of electric guitar.
The unconventional and extreme made accessible - but above all, musical. Original effect circuits born from non-traditional sonic concepts. Each effect represents a person, a feeling or story recreated in sonic form. Hand built in Germany and housed in white moon-surface, tactile, textured enclosures each with their own homemade original knob designs. Designed and conceived by a British Musician, manufactured by hand in Germany.
ENGL Amps is a German company founded in 1983, renowned for producing high-quality guitar amplifiers, particularly popular in the rock and metal genres. Known for their robust build and precision engineering, ENGL offers a range of models catering to different tonal preferences. The Powerball and Fireball series are celebrated for their high-gain tones, favored by metal guitarists The Savage model delivers aggressive distortion with great versatility, while the Ironball is a more compact amp that still packs a powerful punch. Artists like Marty Friedman and Paul Stanley have praised ENGL's amps for their reliability and performance. ENGL also produces the Artist Edition models, which provide a wide spectrum of tones from clean to heavily overdriven, ideal for both stage and studio use. Their amps are trusted by professional musicians for delivering exceptional sound quality and durability.
Enya is a company that harmonizes innovationand tradition flawlessly. By combining cuttingedge product designs and advanced manufacturingtechniques, we have set industry-leading standards inc
playability, craftsmanship, and affordability.Our diverse range of offerings includes traditionalukuleles and guitars, as well as groundbreakinginnovations like the AcousticPlus® onboard effectsystem a
smart audio guitars.
We are Ergostraps, manufacturers of leather straps for bassists and guitarists. Many musicians around the are occupying our products being part of this great family of ErgoStraps.
Erica Synths - "Erica Synths team of visionaries, engineers and musicians have been working hard to bring you eurorack modules and instruments that will turn your performance or studio setup apart from mass in terms of how it sounds, looks and functions. Check them out for yourself and find what you are missing!"
Ernie Ball is one of the most iconic names in music — founded in 1962 in California by Ernie Ball himself, the company revolutionised the guitar string industry by inventing the Slinky electric guitar string. Today Ernie Ball produces strings, picks, cables, capos and accessories used by millions of players worldwide. The Slinky line — Regular, Super, Hybrid, Beefy and the coated Paradigm series — is endorsed by countless artists from Eric Clapton and Jimmy Page to Slash, John Petrucci and Eddie Van Halen. More than 60 years on, Ernie Ball remains a cornerstone of the playing experience for guitarists everywhere.
Esh Basses:
Born in the heart of Aachen, Germany, ESH emerged from the creative minds of three visionary bassists: Erhardt, Sonntag, and Hövelmann. Fueled by their dissatisfaction with the status quo, they dared to dream bigger, crafting a sonic revolution that redefined bass excellence. Fast forward to today, ESH continues to push boundaries under the new visionary leadership of Petr Vykydal and NBE since 2012. With production now nestled in the musical enclave of Hořovice, Central Bohemia, our legacy of innovation thrives amidst the echoes of tradition.
Valencia, a city that is located in Southern Europe on the shores of the Mediterranean Sea, is the home of one of the most
presgious workshops of the SPANISH GUITAR – GUITARRAS ESTEVE.
In 1957 Francisco Esteve, Manuel Adalid and Antonio Monfort decided to establish their own guitar workshop, starng their
journey into the construcon of the instrument.
The tradion is carried on by Manuel Adalid Jr., who stays commied to further promote the name of ESTEVE all over the world.
This also means incorporang new designs and techniques, and the adaptaon of the building processes to the demands of the
internaonal market, while keeping the spirit of our Arsan Tradion alive.
ESTEVE’s team of 37 arsans is our greatest asset. Our crasmen share a common passion for the guitar and years of experience.
We love our work and are proud of each instrument we finish!
ESTEVE guitars are renowned internaonally for their excellent sound and finish. Our instruments are known for combining the
best materials in their construcon, as well as for bridging that difficult gap between arsanal tradion and modern building
techniques.
The ESTEVE guitar is the sound of the Spanish soul, inspiring musicians with its sonorous character, its playability, and its purity of
sound. The pictures you’ll find on these pages are a proud testament to the ancient art of luthiery that lives on in our guitars.
For over 50 years, Eventide has remained at the forefront of audio technology. They revolutionized the audio industry by creating the world’s first commercially available digital audio effects unit, the H910 Harmonizer®. Since then, their legendary studio processors, effects pedals and plug-ins have been heard on countless hit records and played by the world famous guitarists on stages all over the world. The H90 Harmonizer is a Multi-effects Inspiration Engine and features 74 professional algorithms and hundreds of curated programs, delivering pro audio essentials as well as boundary-pushing experimental sounds. With its comprehensive I/O and flexible routing, the H90 is designed to be the heart of your rig.
Since its inception in 2007, EVH Gear has had one mission: to put the exact same instruments and amplifiers that Eddie Van Halen used to craft his groundbreaking sound directly into the hands of players—without modification or compromise.
Each guitar is fine-tuned for high-speed performance, while the amps are hot-rodded for gloriously saturated tone. From precision-engineered speaker cabinets to unique pickups, picks, strings, and straps – every component was designed, perfected, and approved by Eddie himself.
“I am involved in every phase because I am not endorsing a product – this is my company.”
Every part is refined and adjusted until it meets his exacting standards. Nothing goes into production without his personal sign-off—a testament to his relentless pursuit of quality and his deep personal connection to the gear that bears his name.
And nothing gets his approval until it has passed the ultimate test: onstage, in front of thousands of fans.
“I don’t let anything out unless I’ve taken it on tour.”
Born on the road, these guitars, amps, and accessories are as innovative as Eddie’s playing itself.
“I don’t want to fight with my gear,” he said. “I want to speak to it, and have it deliver my message – and it works with me.”
The same gear Eddie developed and evolved over four decades is now available for you. Plug in and make your own mark with EVH Gear.
Evidence Audio™ was founded in 1997 by Tony Farinella to offer the finest Musical Instrument and studio cables available. The design methodologies are based on 30 years of research in preserving the quality of sound as it passes through electronics. The approach stems from the idea that in audio, “less is more”, and that no cable can actually improve the quality of what you hear. You can only replace a cable that is causing more distortion with one that causes less damage to the signal.
Therein lies the path to a better experience: Damage control though cables which let you play more, hear more and enjoy more. With designs that put less in the way of your signal.
Faith Guitars are British-designed acoustic guitars founded by industry veteran Patrick James Eggle. Each Faith guitar is built using all-solid tonewoods — never laminates — to deliver the richness, projection and tonal complexity normally associated with much more expensive instruments. The range covers traditional shapes like the Saturn (dreadnought), Venus (OM/grand auditorium), Neptune (jumbo) and Mercury (parlor), each available with optional cutaway and electronics. With their combination of premium materials, refined craftsmanship and accessible pricing, Faith guitars have built a strong reputation among singer-songwriters and performing acoustic players.
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Fame is the in-house brand of Music Store Professional, one of Europe's largest music retailers based in Cologne, Germany. The Fame range covers electric and acoustic guitars, basses, drums, keyboards, microphones and a wide spread of accessories, all developed by Music Store's product team and built to deliver serious value at every price point. From entry-level instruments that get beginners off to a strong start to surprisingly capable mid-range models, Fame products offer the kind of price-performance ratio that comes from cutting out the middleman.
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Tube Amp Doctor Musikhandels GmbH (TAD) trades, develops and produces components and accessories for tube amplifiers and supplies private customers in the retail sector and specialist dealers, service companies and production companies in the wholesale sector.
TAD is the official exclusive distributor for Accutronics (Reverb), CAIG DeoxIT, Celestion, Jensen Speaker and PSVANE.
Other brands in distribution include Belton, Electro-Harmonix, FANE, Gold Lion, JJ-Electroncis, KR-Audio, Mojotone, Shuguang, Sovtek and TungSol.
TAD products are available worldwide through a distribution network in Europe, North America, Asia and Australia.
TAD emerged in 1993 from the sole proprietorship of Andreas Hecke, founded in 1989, and is an owner-managed family business.
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FGN — Fujigen — is one of Japan's most respected guitar manufacturers, founded in 1960 in Matsumoto, Nagano. For decades Fujigen built instruments for many of the world's leading guitar brands, earning a reputation for precise craftsmanship and exceptional consistency. Under its own FGN brand, the company combines this manufacturing heritage with modern innovations like the patented Circle Fretting System, which improves intonation across the fretboard. FGN guitars and basses are entirely Made in Japan and are aimed at players who value traditional design, premium materials and the kind of build quality only a true Japanese factory can deliver.
For over 20 years, Peter Finger, who until then had only built guitars for himself, has also been offering his instruments for sale. He draws on his decades of experience as a worldwide touring guitarist, studio engineer, and composer to design his guitars. He uses only the very best materials and woods, such as Brazilian Rosewood, and pays attention to simple beauty and optimal sound characteristics.
Fishman, founded in 1981 by Larry Fishman in Andover, Massachusetts, is one of the most respected names in acoustic amplification and pickup technology. The company pioneered modern piezo pickup design and has since become the industry standard for acoustic guitars, basses, mandolins and other stringed instruments. Beyond OEM partnerships with most major guitar manufacturers, Fishman builds the Loudbox acoustic amplifier series, the Fluence active electric pickups, the TriplePlay wireless MIDI controller and a wide range of acoustic preamps and onboard systems. Built by musicians and engineers, designed for serious players.
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Flattley Guitar Pedals is a UK family-run business hand-building boutique effects pedals in the United Kingdom. Every Flattley Platinum-range pedal is finished in the Flattley paint shop using a multi-step process — etch primer, multiple base coats, holographic chrome flake, hydro-dipped graphics and three coats of hand-polished lacquer — resulting in the deep, mirror-like finishes the brand is known for. Beyond the eye-catching looks, Flattley builds responsive Wahs, overdrives, delays, fuzzes and bass-specific effects developed and road-tested by Paul Flattley. Hand-built, hand-painted and proudly made in the UK.
Flight Ukuleles is a globally established ukulele brand offering one of the widest ranges in the industry — from accessible TUS travel ukuleles in soprano size to the high-end Royale and Maestro series with premium all-solid tonewoods. The range includes soprano, concert, tenor and baritone instruments, electric-acoustic options, and a growing line of innovative designs like the Centurion bass ukulele. With consistent build quality, attractive finishes and serious attention to playability, Flight delivers ukuleles for every level — from first-time players to performing professionals.
FM Guitars - Your home for ergonomic guitars and basses.
We make single fretboard guitars, as well as double fretboard 12, 14, and 16-string Guitars and Basses that are for any "standard technique" players who also want to extend their tapping/fingerstyle techniques.
Having two identical fretboards opens up thousands of new possibilities for chords, chord-melody, double melody, power chords, shred/leads ideas, and all kinds of other techniques! In other words, it's an extension of the electric guitar, simulating two instruments as one.
Our Esphera model comes as a single fretboard guitar as well.
For over 40 years, we’ve crafted some of the most iconic music production tools in history. The Focusrite Studio Console delivered unparalleled clarity, empowering producers to capture their unique signature sound. Since our preamps powered the first home recording interface over 20 years ago, we’ve helped make more records than any other recording brand. Millions of music makers rely on Scarlett, RedNet and ISA every single day.
ADAM Audio is an established manufacturer of modern monitoring solutions. From our Berlin HQ, we offer cutting-edge studio monitors to passionate creators and professionals alike. With our in-house production and development capabilities, we ensure meticulous attention to detail and uncompromising quality across the entire product range.
Formula B Pedals is an Italian boutique effects company hand-built by Marco Bovelli in Todi, Umbria. With a deep focus on classic analog circuits — especially complex designs like Uni-Vibe, Tone Bender and Rangemaster — Formula B has earned a reputation for some of the most accurate vintage recreations on the market. Models like the Vintage Vibe, Fuzz Ranger, Mini Bender Combo and Super Plexi have ended up on the boards of artists including Slash and Diego Leanza. Made in Italy with vintage soul and modern reliability.
Fortin Amplification was founded by Mike Fortin, the legendary amp tech and circuit designer based in California. Famous for his hand-built tube amplifiers used by metal heavyweights — and for his long collaboration with Brian 'Head' Welch of Korn on the Mike Fortin/Randall Satan line — Mike has also become well known for his line of pedals, including the iconic Grind, Zuul gate, NTS (Natas) and Cali boost. Each Fortin pedal carries the same uncompromising approach to tight, modern, high-gain tone that defines his amplifiers. Hand-built quality from a true master.
Framus is one of the historic German guitar brands, originally founded in 1946 by Fred Wilfer in Erlangen and at one point Europe's largest stringed-instrument maker. After a hiatus in the 1970s, the brand was relaunched in 1995 by Wilfer's son Hans-Peter as part of the Warwick group in Markneukirchen. Today's Framus range covers electric guitars from the Custom Shop and Pro Series, including models developed with Devin Townsend, Wolf Hoffmann (Accept), Matthias Jabs (Scorpions) and others, plus acoustic instruments — all built with German precision in the Saxon Vogtland, one of the world's most historic instrument-making regions.
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In our bass manufactory, high-quality basses are made entirely by hand and custom-made according to individual customer requirements.
We attach particular importance to the choice of wood and its origin from sustainable and, if possible, regional forestry. Our careful selection of materials and components combined with masterly craftsmanship guarantees a strong, incomparable sound.
Freak Guitar Lab is a Swedish boutique guitar builder focused on uncompromising craftsmanship, forward-thinking design, and tonal precision. Each instrument is handcrafted in Sweden using carefully selected woods and state of art components, like True Temperament, built for players who demand individuality, playability, and sonic authority. Freak Guitar Lab challenges convention while respecting the instrument, creating guitars that are as bold in character as they are refined in execution. A perfect intonated work axe!
Fred's Guitar Parts is the distributor leader of guitar parts, tools and accessories in France and in some European countries.
We are distributor of the most famous guitar parts brands like Hipshot, FloydRose, Schaller, Gotoh, TonePros, Tv Jones, Fender, Allparts
As a wholesaler, we only sell to professionals like repair shops, luthiers, builders, music shops.
More than just a sticker!” – under this motto, German start-up fretlook has been revolutionizing the guitar world for several years with its innovative adhesive fretboard designs. What began as a highly noticed newcomer at Guitar Summit 2024 and continued successfully in 2025 has now reached the next level in 2026: fretlook is growing steadily, expanding its product range and collaborating with an increasing number of renowned artists and strong industry brands. In 2026, fretlook returns once again with an inviting booth that encourages visitors to discover and connect. A visit is more worthwhile than ever.
Friedman Amplification was founded by master amp builder Dave Friedman in Los Angeles, California. After decades of building, modifying and maintaining amps for some of the biggest names in rock — including Eddie Van Halen and Steve Stevens — Dave launched his own line of hand-built amplifiers that quickly became an industry standard. The BE-100, Pink Taco, Smallbox and Runt models deliver the punchy, dynamic, plexi-inspired tone that defines modern rock. Friedman also produces a respected range of effects pedals and cabinets, all carrying the same obsessive attention to tone and build quality.
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Fryette Amplification is a manufacturer of all tube, high end guitar amplifiers, speakers and accessories. Hand built by rockers in the USA since 1989!
Fusion Bags eignen sich für den praktischen und komfortablen Transport Ihres Instrumentes. Ob Gitarre, Trompete oder Keyboard: Fusion Bags wurden speziell für Musiker konzipiert, die viel unterwegs sind. Jedes Modell vereint Funktionalität mit hochwertigem Design.
Designed by a select team of luthiers in Northern Ireland. Sold to the World. In the heart of Ireland, our luthiers draw inspiration from the country's vibrant musical heritage to meticulously design instruments that resonate with joy and creativity. Our commitment is to share this passion with a global audience, bringing you the finest in traditional craftsmanship and modern innovation.
Our custom shop Belfast range stands as a testament to our dedication to quality. Crafted with precision using exotic materials like Hawaiian Koa, Flamed Mango, east Indian rosewood, Flamed Maple, Sitka Spruce, and Western Red Cedar, these instruments are a harmonious blend of tradition and innovation.
G7th Capos
ince 2004, G7th has been changing the way guitarists have looked at capos. We work hard to continually improve our designs and make our capos even better to give guitarists the greatest possible, distraction-free capo experience. The award-winning original Performance capo won acclaim from guitarists worldwide for its Unique Tension Control system; now the Heritage and Performance 3 capos are turning more heads thanks to our patented Adaptive Radius Technology (ART®), which offers unrivalled tuning stability by mechanically adapting to match the curvature over the strings (radius) on any guitar. With ART, one capo delivers complete confidence that there will be no string buzz or need for constant retuning. That’s why we say – G7th is The Future of Capos.
Tunerette
Introducing the Tunerette™ - the clip-on guitar tuner designed to inject a touch of sizzling style into your tuning experience!
Imagine this: You effortlessly attach what appears to be a cigarette to your guitar's headstock. Strum your chords with precision, and witness your audience's amazement as they do a double take - "Is that guitarist tuning with a cigarette?" Absolutely, and it's redefining the concept of "smoking hot riffs"! Not only does the Tunerette ensure you stay perfectly in tune, but it also grabs attention and ignites conversations. Who ever said tuning couldn't be a cool smoke break?
Rest assured, Tunerette™ is safe for all ages and doesn't endorse or encourage smoking – except when it comes to those SMOKING guitar solos, because you'll be perfectly in tune! No need for batteries; a USB C recharge cable is included!
TKL Cases
At TKL, we understand how much you cherish your instrument. That is why we cherish the opportunity to build a world-class case for it.
TKL® Products Corp. is the leading supplier of hard and soft cases to the world’s music makers, retailers, distributors and manufacturers.
TKL is the preferred OEM case supplier to the music industry. Its patented, innovative features, impeccable quality and continuously evolving designs meet the stringent demands of legendary instrument makers, including CF Martin®, Collings, D’Angelico®, Fender®, Fodera, Gibson®, Gretsch®, Guild®, Heritage ™, Ibanez® and Ovation®.
Founded in 1984, TKL is a second generation, family-owned company with headquarters, R&D and manufacturing in the Richmond, Virginia area and numerous partnerships throughout North America and around the world.
GAS Guitarworks is a small custom shop workshop in Tampere, Finland, that builds handmade guitars and basses as well as services and repairs instruments. The focus is on custom projects, setups, fretwork, electronics, and structural repairs – with a 100% satisfaction guarantee.
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Gypsyguitar.de is dedicated to the musical legacy of the great gypsy jazz guitarist and sinto Django Reinhardt (1910-1953). Django Reinhardt pioneered the use of the guitar in jazz and was arguably the first great jazz guitarist. His music lives on in the music of contemporary gypsy swing guitarists such as Bireli Lagrene, Stochelo Rosenberg, Wawau Adler and many others.
As the only recognized jazz style originating in Europe, this music is a building block of a European and inclusive identity in a time dominated by Anglo-American musical influences. Look forward to guitars, a special lifestyle...and more
Geronimo Mateos
Geronimo Mateos workshop born 25 years ago with purely artisanal vocation, with the only idea to build good instruments at reasonable prices. Classical guitars, flamenco, gypsy jazz, archtop, acoustic and electric ..... 16 years ago we started building jazz manouche guitars through to disassemble and then restore the original Selmer, the n • 452. Since then , over 2000 jazz manouche guitars have been manufactured in his workshop in Madrid, where Geronimo and his son Federico Mateos have become a reference for their guitars with great sound, built according to tradition.
Ghost Note Audio is a small, independent manufacturer of musical equipment and software based in West Sussex, England. Founded in 2023, the company was born out of more than two decades of hands-on experimentation with audio hardware and software. We specialise in the design of compact effects pedals for guitarists and keyboard players, with a strong focus on solid-state design as well as digital recreations of classic 80s and 90s equipment.
<strong><u>Gitarre&Bass </u></strong>– The Heartbeat of the Guitar and Bass Community
For decades, Gitarre&Bass has been the undisputed authority for musicians across the German-speaking world and beyond. We live and breathe the passion for handmade music. Whether you are a dedicated beginner, an ambitious hobbyist, or a touring professional – we provide the inspiration, knowledge, and tools to take your playing to the next level.
Our heart beats for gear: In our in-depth, honest reviews, we put the latest guitars, basses, amps, effects, and recording tools under the microscope without compromise. But tech is only half the story. In exclusive interviews, gear rundowns, and artist features, we go behind the scenes with the world's biggest acts and the most exciting newcomers in the scene. Complemented by practical workshops, expert tech talks, and deeply researched vintage stories, we deliver the exact depth our community craves.
Gitarre&Bass is more than just a magazine – it is a vibrant community. Online, in print, and at major industry events, we serve as the ultimate bridge between musicians and the industry. Authentic, knowledgeable, and always with our finger on the pulse of tone.
Wir kümmern uns um deine Akustikgitarre - egal welche Marke!
Mit unserer langjährigen Erfahrung als Hersteller, einer top ausgestatteten Werkstatt und dem Know-how unserer Gitarrenbauer bringen wir wirklich jede Gitarre schnell und zu unschlagbaren Preisen wieder in Bestform. Dank unserer ausgefeilten Logistik läuft alles reibungslos, und alle Versandwege sind selbstverständlich vollständig versichert. Währenddessen behältst du stets den Überblick dank unseres Online Reparatur-Portals...
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We are small manufacture in Poland ,that produces bass guitars. GMR was found in 1985 and since then we make top-class basses.
Our instruments have an unique character and exeptional sound qualities.
We create our bass guitars with passion, using the traditional luthiere art.
We produce only a dozen or so guitars a year, so we can customize each instrument to client's desire.
Materials we use are carefully selected, woods are well-seasoned, often unique and inimitable pieces.
Holding our instruments for only few seconds can make you feel that you won't find any better guitar anywhere.
Gold Tone:
Wayne and Robyn Rogers were active folk musicians in the 1970s when they decided to open Strings N' Things Music Center in 1978. Today’s Gold Tone Group started life as Gold Tone Banjos, founded in Titusville, Flo 1993. Specialized in Folk music instruments like Banjos, Folk alternativ Instruments as Mandocello, Bajolele....Huge variety of different kind of Folk Music Instruments
Goliath FX is a small bass guitar effects company based in the UK in sunny Yorkshire. We have been creating sonic expression for low end for a few years and can't wait to rock Mannheim!
Japarts - Japanese Guitar Parts
We supply the greatest Japanese guitar parts and tools to luthiers, shops, repair specialists and musicians anywhere in the world!
We offer the widest selection of DoMo parts and materials, Gotoh® tuners andHiroshima Files Uo-Chikyu fret and nut files at the best prices!
Graná specialises in classical and concert guitars built in the Spanish tradition. Combining hand-selected tonewoods with careful workmanship, the range covers student instruments and serious concert models for advanced players, with attention paid to balanced tone, clear projection and comfortable playability. Distributed in Germany by Musik Wein, Graná offers nylon-string players a thoughtfully built alternative to the established Spanish brands.
Over four generations, the Gretsch Company has shaped what is now known as “That Great Gretsch Sound.” With 135 years of craftsmanship and a commitment to quality, Gretsch has pioneered guitar designs embraced by some of music’s greatest artists, including Chet Atkins, Eddie Cochran, Billy Duffy, Bono, Duane Eddy, George Harrison, Brian Setzer, Stephen Stills, and Malcolm Young.
It all began in 1883, when Friedrich Gretsch, a German immigrant, opened a small shop in Brooklyn, New York, crafting banjos, drums, and tambourines. Only twelve years later, Friedrich passed away, leaving the business in the hands of his teenage son, Fred Gretsch.
Despite his young age, Fred was a remarkable entrepreneur. By 1916, he had transformed Gretsch into one of America’s leading musical instrument manufacturers and importers, moving the company into a ten-story building in Brooklyn. As public demand for guitars grew, Gretsch expanded into producing jazz-oriented archtops and a few flat-top guitars for country and western players.
A turning point came in 1935, when Charles “Duke” Kramer joined Gretsch. Kramer became a key figure in the company, remaining a trusted advisor and ambassador for over 70 years until his passing in 2005.
In 1942, Fred Gretsch Sr. retired, leaving his sons Fred Jr. and William in charge. Bill Gretsch became president but passed away in 1948, leading Fred Jr. to resume leadership. A former Navy commander, he navigated the company into a new era of success during the 1950s.
With its custom colors, space-age designs, and futuristic features, Gretsch thrived in the Atomic Age. Throughout the 50s, Gretsch even outsold Leo Fender’s groundbreaking guitars, thanks in part to endorsements from Chet Atkins, Eddie Cochran, and Duane Eddy.
The 1960s saw Gretsch’s popularity soar when Beatles legend George Harrison played a succession of Gretsch guitars. However, when Fred Gretsch Jr. retired in the late ‘60s, the company was sold to Baldwin Manufacturing. Baldwin struggled to navigate the psychedelic 60s and hard-rock-driven 70s, relocating production to Arkansas and suffering two disastrous fires. The Baldwin era was turbulent, ultimately leading to a shutdown in the early 1980s.
But Fred W. Gretsch, great-grandson of Friedrich Gretsch, had always vowed to bring the company back to the family. In 1984, he and his wife Dinah Gretsch repurchased the brand from Baldwin, reviving Gretsch with successful reissues and new models throughout the 1990s.
In 2002, a deal was struck with Fender Musical Instruments Corporation to oversee Gretsch’s manufacturing and distribution, allowing "That Great Gretsch Sound" to be heard worldwide.
The story of Gretsch is one of legacy, resilience, and innovation – and it continues to evolve.
Greuter Audio:
Handcrafted Guitar Pedals. Made in Switzerland. Your dream tone is our passion. Each of our pedals is finely tuned to extract the best possible sound and performance. It's all about the sound, the feel, the look and your ears.
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In my small workshop on the countryside of southern Germany I make Electric Solid Body and Archtop Guitars.
With years of experience in restoring and repairing the most iconic Vintage Guitars my aim is to recreate the essence of these pieces of history in the instruments i make without copying them. Most of the parts like Pickups, Knobs, Bridges, Laminates etc. are made by me in my shop, so each Guitar is a unique piece of craftsmanship. As unique as the person playing them.
Shenzhen Mooer Audio, based in Shenzhen, China, is an innovative musical instrument and audio technology company specializing in the research and production of state-of-the-art technologies. The company is known for its cutting-edge, innovative effects pedals. Mooer also offers intelligent guitars under the GTRS brand. Analog electric guitars that are equipped with modern features for digital sound design and modeling as well as selectable presets and various output options. The GTRS processor system is controlled via Bluetooth in an app that offers a variety of sound shaping tools for live streaming, recording and practicing. A streaming setup to cell phones and tablets is possible via USB. The GTRS range also includes wireless footswitches, the UHF guitar transmitter UHF Wireless Plug and gig bags.
In 2023 Yamaha Guitar Group further broadened its offerings for guitarists by acquiring Córdoba Music Group, which was originally founded with a mission to bring the nylon string guitar to a wider guitar community. Beginning in 1997, Córdoba assembled a team of master luthiers to create guitars built with a nod to classic techniques of Spanish guitar makers from the late 19th and early 20th century. From there the brand blossomed. As it grew, Guild Guitars, with its own impressive history dating back to 1953, was added to the CMG portfolio in 2014. Following the addition of Guild, HumiCase, and DeArmond pickups joined the group. CMG also took over distribution of Savarez and Aquila strings in the U.S.
The integration of brands from Córdoba Music Group—Córdoba® and Guild® guitars, HumiCase® instrument cases, and DeArmond® pickups—extends the already wide variety of offerings for acoustic, electric, and bass guitar products from Yamaha, Line 6, and Ampeg. This new venture is an instant compliment to Yamaha’s own array of nylon fretted instruments and adds ukuleles and acoustic bass guitars to the mix, as well as a selection of pickups, cases, and strings. The addition also brings with it skilled US-based premium guitar manufacturing and processes. All of this is in service to an initiative by Yamaha to continuously broaden the scope, quality, and innovation it can offer guitar players.
The Guitar Summit Academy is our online video course platform for everyone who wants to deepen their passion for guitar and bass – whether beginners, advanced players, or professionals. Here, renowned musicians, instructors, and industry experts share their concentrated knowledge of all facets of the guitar and bass universe: from playing techniques to setup, maintenance, and instrument repair.
Our goal is not only to offer high-quality learning content, but also a sustainable learning experience:
Exclusive courses with clearly structured lessons and practical examples
High-quality video and audio for inspiring and comfortable learning
Flexible use – learn whenever and wherever you want, at your own pace
Directly from the best – each course is created by instructors who not only master their field, but live it
The Guitar Summit Academy sees itself as the digital extension of Guitar Summit – Europe’s largest guitar show – bringing the concentrated expertise, diversity, and inspiration of this event directly to your home all year round. Our goal: to inspire you, improve your playing, and foster your musical creativity.
Welcome to the Guitar Summit Academy – where passion meets knowledge.
Guitar-Place
We are a small, dedicated shop for high-quality brands. Our luthier and acoustic expert Daniel works in close collaboration with brands like Martin, Taylor, Gibson, Guild, Furch and Hanika guitars. This results in an excellent selection of guitars. Also, we are specialized in creating unique Custom Shop guitars for and with our customers.
Berdah Guitars stands out in its ergonomic approach and attention to the specific needs of professional players concerned about avoiding tendonitis and other discomforts, focusing on multiple, non-standard or odd scale lengths and strings’ number from 7 to 10 or more if necessary. You imagination is the only limit…
Manuel Rodríguez is one of the most respected names in Spanish classical guitar making, founded in 1905 in Madrid. With more than a century of uninterrupted family tradition spanning four generations of luthiers, the Rodríguez workshop builds classical and flamenco guitars in the great Spanish tradition — using Spanish cedar, cypress, rosewood and carefully selected spruce. The range covers everything from accessible student instruments to professional concert and flamenco models, all carrying the unmistakable warmth, projection and Spanish character that has defined the brand for more than 120 years.
Vicente Carrillo is synonymous with tradition, excellence, and a passion for the Spanish guitar.
More than two centuries of family history guarantee a expertise passed down from generation to generation.
Each instrument is born from a careful selection of woods and meticulous craftsmanship.
His guitars are chosen by renowned artists for their sound, balance, and character.
Living tradition at the service of music
GuitArT Axes
GuitArT Axes were introduced 2024 on the occassion of celebrating the 10th Anniversary of GuitArT HN, the Custom Guitar Shop in Heilbronn/Germany. Having their world premiere at Guitar Summit 2024 they gained a lot of interest and enthusiastic feedback.
From 80ies Shredder Style to modern interpretations of iconic classics or custom made instruments according individual specifications - we design and build guitars on the highest level in Germany using the best ingredients and components available (Bare Knuckle Pickups, Häussel Pickups, Hardware from Schaller, Kluson, Wilkinson, Göldo, Switchcraft, CTS, CRL to name a few). We are sure that our 2026 Model will gain the same attention as the ones of 2024 and 2025!
GuitArT HN:
GuitArT HN is a musicstore based in Heilbronn/Germany including a Custom Guitar Shop. Beyond some exclusive brands (e.g. KML Guitars, Ibrahim Guitars, GuitArT Axes, GA Partscasters) we are focussed on Custom Shop Guitars and Basses made in Germany and Europe (supplemented by some overseas brands like MacPherson Guitars or Teye Guitars). Some of the other available brands are Deimel Guitarworks, Tausch Guitars, Quenzel Custom Guitars, Eyb Guitars, Gamble Guitars, Bassart Guitars and many more.
Additionally you can find series instruments (e.g. Schecter, FGN, LTD, Hagstrom, Cort...) Tube Amps (e.g. ENGL Amplification, DIEZEL Amps, VOX Amps, ORANGE Amps...), effect pedals (e.g. earthquakerdevices, Maxon, MXR, Keeley Electronics, Digitech, DOD, VOX, electro harmonix, Palmer, T-Rex, Caline, NUX, Mooer, Friedman, Korg, Rodenberg, ToneCity...) and all the other gear and stuff you may need at our shop.
2025 we proudly celebrated the 10th Anniversary of GuitArT HN and KML Guitars with introducing our new Brand GuitArT Axes: The „10th Anniversary Model“ - a Hypersonic Missile amongst Shredding Axes - and the „Troncaster“ gained enthusiastic attention at our last years booth.
Shenzhen JOYO Technology Co., Ltd. (est. 2006) is a leading Chinese high-tech enterprise specializing in the R&D, manufacturing, and sales of musical instruments and audio equipment. Headquartered in Shenzhen, the company operates two major brands: JOYO, renowned for its guitar effects pedals, amplifiers, and wireless systems; and Guitto, a dedicated brand for premium instrument accessories including stands, music racks, pedalboards, and maintenance tools. Recognized as a "Specialized and New" SME, JOYO Technology combines innovation with reliability to serve musicians worldwide.
Gypsyguitar specialises in instruments rooted in the gypsy jazz tradition — handcrafted Selmer/Maccaferri-style guitars built for the Django-inspired manouche sound. From small-bouche models for rhythm playing to grande-bouche guitars optimised for lead work, the range covers the full vocabulary of the style with carefully selected tonewoods and refined craftsmanship. A genuine address for serious gypsy jazz players.
Hagström is a Swedish guitar brand with roots dating back to 1925, originally founded by Albin Hagström in Älvdalen, Sweden. After its golden era in the 1960s and 70s — when Hagström built some of Europe's most innovative electric guitars and basses — the brand was relaunched in 2004 and has since regained its place among players who value Scandinavian design and engineering. The modern range includes the iconic Super Swede, Viking, Tremar Viking, Pat Smear signature and Fantomen models, combining vintage Hagström DNA with modern construction, the company's signature H-Expander truss rod and graphite-reinforced necks.
Hahl Meistergitarren - Hahl Master Handcrafted Guitars-
The name Hahl is synonymous with superbly handcrafted, beautiful instruments. Stefan Hahl personally hand-builds every guitar that bears his name.
Each Hahl guitar is endowed with its own distinct tonal qualities, unique aesthetic personality and superb playability, all of which inspire the musician to new creative heights.
38 years of closely studying traditional instrument building techniques as well as trials performed with experimental designs and painstakingly detailed tests have produced a wealth of experience and today’s master built guitars.
Of course, without quality materials, an artisan, regardless of the level of skill, cannot create a quality instrument. Stefan Hahl exclusively uses carefully seasoned and aged 60-year old tone woods to create instruments with timbres that are usually only possible with older instruments.
At HANIKA craftmanship is regarded as tailor-made precision and sound as art. That's why our guitars symbolise quality and the tradition of craftsmanship.
Hannabach has been producing premium classical guitar strings in Germany since 1869. With more than 150 years of experience in string making, the company is one of the most respected names in the classical guitar world, trusted by concert artists, music schools and amateur players in over 80 countries. The range spans the iconic Series 815 (the choice of countless professionals), the high-tension Goldin and Silver Special lines, the modern Custom Made series and a full range of historical, flamenco and specialty strings — all manufactured in Germany with traditional craftsmanship and modern precision.
Hapas Guitars, Driftwood Amplifications and Lichtlaerm Audio are extremely dedicated custom Metal brands from Germany. Come over and let us prove it to you.
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This is Harley Benton. We’re a young guitar brand, standing out by offering great quality and unbeatable value for money. In developing new models, we put great store by community feedback and players’ wishes. Our broad portfolio covers almost any musical genre on the planet – we aim to inspire all musicians by allowing you to own the guitar of your dreams. Whether your heart beats for a 6-string electric or an acoustic, for a ukulele or a resonator guitar, whether you’re looking for an inspiring new pedal or useful accessories: your budget should never set limits on your artistic expression.
As the world’s most cherished musical instrument company, Harmony is warmly remembered by many musicians for starting their lifelong journey into music. Up until the mid-70s, Harmony produced more instruments than any other company in existence, crafting anything from archtops to flat-tops, ukuleles, banjos and violins. To this day, Harmony continues to popularize fretted instruments and make them a well-loved part of every musician’s story, building connections from one generation to the next.
Today, Harmony honors their legacy with a refreshed lineup of guitars and instruments that are inspired by the past, designed for the present and crafted to last into the future.
Since the mid-1990s, Hearsafe has been one of the pioneers for customized musician hearing protection and in-ear monitors in Europe. Handmade in the Cologne workshop, the products offer the synthesis of maximum comfort, secure fit of the soft, flexible silicone earpieces and first-class monitor technology.
HS Modular offers multifunctional earmolds: hearing protection, in-ear monitoring and communication- all in one. With this unique series, Hearsafe is following its very own creative way of thinking. And the realization that personal lifestyle and work are increasingly overlapping. Customers simply need more flexibility. Starting with a custom earpiece with standardized interfaces, the wearer selects the modules suitable for the respective purpose. And redefine the function with a single movement.
The technology of the HS Pro Flex in-ear monitors is securely installed inside the earpiece. The earmold is made as flat as possible and is almost invisible in the transparent version. The additional Flex² function gives the Hearsafe Pro Flex monitor an extra dimension: ambience. The closed system can be transformed into one with ambient perception in an instant. Depending on personal requirements or conditions in the field. Here too, Hearsafe makes creative use of its experience in hearing protection. A small interface allows the use of interchangeable linear filter technology.
Richard Heeres was trained as a cabinet maker and mechanical engineer. He started making guitars simply because he needed one. In 1992 Richard started a course with Canadian Master Luthier David Freeman and immediately knew that he would build guitars for the rest of his life.
Richard’s instruments are in high demand by both amateur and professional musicians worldwide. Among his clientele are Nir Felder, Gilad Hekselman and Lionel Loueke (Herbie Hancock).
At Henry's, we offer more than just instruments - we provide an experience crafted for musicians who expect the best. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned pro, each product is designed with your needs in mind, ensuring exceptional quality, sound, and performance. With decades of experience, we've created instruments and accessories that help you play at your best and continue to grow as a musician.
Heritage steht für Gitarren mit Seele: In Kalamazoo entstehen seit 1985 handgefertigte Instrumente, die klassische Formen, echte Handwerkskunst und höchste Qualität vereinen. Ob Hollow, Semi-Hollow oder Solid-body – jedes Modell ist darauf ausgelegt, sich sofort vertraut anzufühlen und musikalische Ideen mühelos in Klang zu verwandeln. Für alle, die Charakter, Wärme und Ausdruck suchen – und ein Instrument, das inspiriert, sobald es in die Hand genommen wird.
French high-end luthier specializing in custom-built guitars and the innovative OSIRIS range, entirely handcrafted with exceptional attention to detail.
HESU
HESU is a Polish manufacturer of premium guitar cabinets, amplifiers, and accessories, trusted by musicians worldwide. Known for powerful tone, solid craftsmanship, and bold design, HESU gear is built to perform on the loudest stages.
Hiramitsu Guitars:
Hiramitsu Guitars is always conscious of the fact that the guitar should be “easy to play” for the player, not to mention the pursuit of sound quality.
"Together with the artist", it is what Mr. Hiramitsu desires. He believes that the key word for the next generation of guitars will shift from “sound” to “expressiveness,” and he is working diligently to create guitars that are rich in this “expressiveness”.
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Hiwatt Amplification is a British amplifier brand founded by Dave Reeves in 1966, famous for its hand-wired military-grade construction, glass-clean cleans and tight, articulate overdrive. The DR103 and DR504 heads became cornerstones of classic rock through artists like Pete Townshend, David Gilmour and Pink Floyd. Built to the highest standards in England with precision-wound transformers and carefully selected components, Hiwatt amps continue to offer the clarity, headroom and projection that have defined the brand for nearly 60 years.
Karl Höfner GmbH was founded in 1887 in Schönbach (then Bohemia, today the Czech Republic) and has been building stringed and bowed instruments for more than 135 years. The brand became globally iconic through Paul McCartney's Violin Bass — the 500/1 — which the Beatles bass legend has played on stage and in the studio for more than 60 years. Höfner today builds the full range of Violin Basses, Club and Verythin guitars, archtop jazz instruments and a respected line of bowed instruments, all from its workshops in Bavaria, Germany. Heritage, craftsmanship and unmistakable sound — Höfner is the original.
Experience legendary electric guitars. Hopf Electric Guitars bridge epochs and harmonize history with cutting-edge innovation through ultimate guitar craftmanship. From echoes of the past to riffs for the future.
The Hopf name has been associated with German instrument making since the 17th century, with roots in the Vogtland region. As guitar builders, the Hopf family rose to particular prominence in the post-war decades, producing electric and acoustic guitars from the 1950s through the 1980s that became part of the German musical landscape. Today Hopf continues the family tradition with handcrafted classical, acoustic and electric instruments built with deep respect for the craft and the long history behind the name.
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Hosco:
Since 1983, Hosco’s philosophy has been “confidence and trust.” We adhere to and stand by that philosophy with every one of our products. We are primarily a distributor, but we also create, design, and develop attractive, original products, with an emphasis on the musical instruments field, for factories, distributors, repairmen and the like.
We attend NAMM in the US and Music China in Shanghai for our international market every year, to have an opportunity to introduce our new and exciting products, as well to meet the most important part of our business… you, our customer!
We supply various kinds of guitar parts including Gotoh and quality luthier tools internationally. We deal with not only parts and tools but also musical instruments like the following brands.
Hotone: Behind Hotone Audio is a group of people passionate about music. We are a highly experienced international team that combines professional expertise with legit artistic spirit. We have one goal in mind: Create hot sonic tools to take your inspiration to the next level.
Large brands can produce consistent guitars in high volume—but true responsiveness, depth, and tonal nuance come only from hands-on voicing and personalized construction. Each piece of wood is different, and only an experienced builder can coax out its potential. My approach is rooted in this belief.
I work obsessively on every soundboard, voicing it like a classical top for steel strings—yielding guitars that are incredibly responsive, rich in overtone, and articulate under the lightest touch.
I build in small numbers because I give each guitar its voice by hand. Every top arrives with a temperament—grain like weather, stiffness like tide—and my work is to listen, pare, and coax it into song. Years of study with Ervin Somogyi taught me the balance: sensitivity without fragility, strength without stiffness, so an instrument answers your touch immediately and musically. In 2020 I made a promise to myself: build as if each were the last—no compromise; let imagination be the only limit.
Our workshop is very intimate, close enough to hear wood change as the light changes. We prototype, measure, and then trust the ear. These guitars are not meant for everyone. They are meant to be found. If one finds you, I hope you feel what I put into it—clarity, response, and a human touch that lingers after the note is gone.
Hsienmo Guitars (pronounced "She-en-mo") is a high-end boutique acoustic guitar workshop based in Dongguan, China. They have gained significant traction among enthusiasts for offering "custom shop" quality at a fraction of the price of established American brands like Martin, Taylor, or Santa Cruz.
What Makes Them Different?
Small-Scale Production: Unlike mass-produced factory guitars (like Eastman or Blueridge), Hsienmo produces only about 30 to 50 guitars per month, focusing on hand-voicing each instrument.
Cantilever Neck Design: Many models feature a bolt-on "floating" neck. The fingerboard is not glued to the top, which allows the soundboard to vibrate more freely and makes neck angle adjustments much simpler.
Exotic Tonewoods: They are famous for using premium materials like Sinker Redwood, African Blackwood, Madagascar Rosewood, and Alpine Spruce.
Hand-Rubbed Finishes: They use thin Nitrocellulose or UV-cured finishes that are hand-polished, which helps the guitar "breathe" and age better tonally.
Key Models & Pricing
Prices generally range from $1,000 to $3,500, depending on the rarity of the wood and level of customization.
Linglong (00 Size): A small-body guitar known for surprising volume and a very focused, "sweet" tone.
Autumn / GA Series: Their versatile "do-it-all" Grand Auditoriums, often compared to Taylor’s 814ce but with a more "European" (clear and chimey) voicing.
D45 / OM45 Replicas: High-spec tributes to classic pre-war designs, often featuring intricate abalone purfling and "AAA" grade woods.
Founded in 1984, Hughes & Kettner is dedicated to building amplifiers that inspire guitarists around the world. Combining decades of experience with innovative engineering, we create tools for musicians on stage, in the studio and at home.Technology of Tone lies at the heart of Hughes & Kettner – technology that serves the player and helps artists turn their ideas into unforgettable music.
Hylight Electronics UK is the British company behind the legendary Sound City amplifier brand and other classic British amplification. With deep roots in the London amp scene of the 1960s and 70s — Sound City amps powered The Who, Pink Floyd, Led Zeppelin and many others — Hylight today continues to build hand-wired tube amplifiers and reissues of the original Sound City models, all made in the UK with the same attention to circuit detail and component quality that defined the original era of British rock.
Wir nennen das Allgefahren-Schutz – Du nennst das praktisch
Musik ist Dein Hobby oder Dein Beruf? Du legst Platten auf, sammelst Raritäten, bist im Studio oder drehst live am Sound? I‘M SOUND versichert Dein Equipment samt Zubehör gegen fast alles. Deine Hausratpolice schützt oft nur bei klassischen Gefahren wie Feuer, Leitungswasser oder Einbruchdiebstahl. Aber spätestens bei den Themen Proberaum, Transport oder Aufbewahrung nachts im Fahrzeug wird es heikel. Bei der Bewertung von teuren Raritäten sowieso.
Ibanez is iconic. Hardly any other brand has been able to shape the world of stringed instruments so much, which is why scene greats like Steve Vai and Joe Satriani have sworn by Ibanez guitars for decades.
The manufacturer from Japan is a globally established player in the music industry with the mission to always deliver an incomparable playing experience. The product range extends from acoustic and electric guitars and basses to amplifiers, effect devices and a wide range of accessories. Inexpensive entry-level products are just as convincing as the high-end models with the best quality.
Ibrahim Guitars
Ibrahim Konjhodzic has been building guitars with passion for over 20 years. Electric, acoustic, semi-acoustic guitars and also basses. With dedication and creativity down to the last detail, his own designs are created in Germany / Baden-Württemberg - often using local wood, hardware from Germany or self-wound pickups.
The guitar maker, restorer and carpenter about his motivation: "It's simple, I've always wanted to build beautiful, exceptionally good-sounding and easy-to-play guitars based on my own designs and in perfect craftsmanship."
Ibrahim also carries out most of the repair and service work on GuitArT Heilbronn customers' instruments.
Ibrahim Guitars are shown at Guitar Summit for the third time this year and can be seen and tested at the GuitArT HN booth.
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IK Multimedia:
For over 25 years, IK Multimedia developed technologies and made them accessible so everyone can enjoy the sounds, tools and experiences they want, whether for guitar, recording, instruments, or creators.
IK Multimedia pioneered guitar amp & FX modeling with the original AmpliTube in 2002. From creating the industry’s first “tone-certified” amp modeling collections to bringing AmpliTube to iPhone and iPad with our iRig guitar interfaces to optimizing your guitar tone for computer recording with AXE I/O, IK made giant leaps forward over the years.
Their latest innovation, AI Machine Modeling™, is a software breakthrough that enables anyone to create Tone Models of any amp, cabinet or combo and load them to TONEX Pedal or TONEX ONE for live performance. No one else in the industry has more tools to take your guitar tone to the next level, whether at home, on the road or in the studio.
Infinia Guitars blends modern design with uncompromising playability and precise control over weight and overall quality. Every instrument is crafted for tight sound, ergonomic precision, and tonal balance.
Founded in 2023 by Brian van Zwietering, Daan van Dijk, and Maikel van der Wel, Infinia works with leading designers to create guitars that push boundaries. Collaborations now include Daria Padalka, reviving iconic Padalka models, and Sheldon Dingwall, who designed an exclusive Infinia original.
At Infinia, we believe in local craftsmanship. We do not engage in overseas production, as every guitar is meticulously built with care, using only the finest materials and sustainable practices here in Europe. This ensures that each instrument is not only beautiful, but also ethically produced.
Our guitars are crafted for musicians who desire a profound, personal connection with their instrument. Each model is built to the highest standards, pushing the limits of design, playability, and comfort.
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Invaders Amplification designs and manufactures high-end guitar/bass amplifiers and speakers cabinets. Entirely handmade and customized to your needs in our workshop in Belgium.
Established in 2018 as a division of Circle Strings, Iris Guitar Company is a small team of highly skilled and seasoned luthiers who are dedicated to building a modern instrument that captures vintage-inspired tone and aesthetics. Iris guitars are handmade using a combination of state of the art techniques and old world craftsmanship. The model line represents our interpretation of depression era flattops, admired guitars from the mid century, and are meant to serve the everyday musician. For this, we have taken measures to provide an instrument that is simple, reliable, and elegant all at an attainable price point. In fact, you're probably going to want two Iris guitars at this rate.
J. Rockett Audio Designs was founded by Chris Van Tassel and Jay Rockett in Costa Mesa, California, and has become one of the most respected names in modern boutique effects. The brand is best known for the Archer overdrive (a much-loved take on the Klon Centaur), the Blue Note overdrive favoured by countless studio pros, the Animal OD and the Touring Series of compact, road-ready pedals. Designed and hand-built in California, every Rockett pedal combines premium components with carefully voiced circuits that have made the brand a staple of pedalboards worldwide.
Jackson Guitars was founded in the late 1970s in California, at a time when rock and metal musicians were looking for high-performance guitars with more aggressive designs and enhanced playability. Grover Jackson, a skilled luthier, took over Charvel’s Guitar Repair in 1978 and began developing unique guitar models that broke away from traditional designs.
The breakthrough came in 1980 with the creation of the first Jackson guitar: the legendary "Rhoads" model. Designed in collaboration with rising guitar virtuoso Randy Rhoads, this model featured a sleek, angular body shape and high-performance specifications tailored for fast playing. The Rhoads guitar set new standards in guitar design, playability, and tone, marking the birth of the Jackson brand.
During the 1980s, Jackson quickly became the go-to brand for metal guitarists who sought both visual impact and technical innovation. Iconic models like the Soloist, King V, Kelly, and Dinky cemented Jackson's reputation as a leader in high-performance guitars. The brand introduced features like neck-through-body construction for superior resonance, ultra-flat fretboards for fast shredding, and Floyd Rose tremolo systems for extreme dive bombs and sustain.
Many legendary guitarists, including Marty Friedman (Megadeth), Phil Collen (Def Leppard), and Scott Ian (Anthrax), helped establish Jackson's global presence. The brand became synonymous with innovation, precision, and an aggressive aesthetic that perfectly suited the evolving metal and hard rock scene.
In 2002, Fender Musical Instruments Corporation acquired Jackson, ensuring its legacy continued while benefiting from Fender’s resources. Despite the acquisition, Jackson has remained true to its roots, producing high-quality guitars for rock and metal musicians worldwide. Today, Jackson continues to evolve, blending its classic designs with modern technology to remain the top choice for guitarists who demand speed, precision, and a powerful tone.
Jakobsson Guitars are handcrafted electric guitars from Sweden, named after master luthier Leif Jakobsson. Built at Sweden Guitar Works in Umeå — a full-service workshop with more than 25 years of experience — every Jakobsson is designed and manufactured entirely in-house, from CNC operations and nitrocellulose finishing to all electronic work. The Type One is the brand's signature model, precision-built with a mahogany body and neck, pao ferro or ebony fretboard, and PLEK-treated frets for outstanding playability. The result: instruments tuned to an accuracy of 0.001 mm, made to meet the demands of the most discerning guitarists.
JAM pedals is an Athens-based company building handmade effects pedals since 2005. Known for their organic tone, custom artwork, and artist collaborations, JAM pedals creates everything from classic overdrives, fuzzes, delays, and modulation pedals to bespoke multi-pedal units.
Japarts - Japanese Guitar Parts
We supply the greatest Japanese guitar parts and tools to luthiers, shops, repair specialists and musicians anywhere in the world!
We offer the widest selection of DoMo parts and materials, Gotoh® tuners and Hiroshima Files Uo-Chikyu fret and nut files.
Nothing off the shelf, no standard product lines, no standardized guitars – ever!
That is my philosophy. This is what I go by.
Every musician‘s hand and soul need an individual, tailor-made instrument.
Every instrument I build is made by hand without the use of any CNC-controlled production.
Every instrument I make is unique – there will be none other like it.
Rethinking and replacing manufacturing processes that many take for granted is just as important to me as the respect for wood.
I work almost exclusively with suppliers and manufacturers from Germany to meet the highest standards.
Jazzschule.de (English Version: Jazz-school.de) is a new online-learning-platform for Jazz guitar in German and English. You can join the platform for a monthly fee and learn all about Jazz Guitar from Peter Autschbach, who is a successful guitarist and renowned teacher and author of 20 guitar teaching books. Subscribers can learn from hundreds of videos which cover different topics such as Jazz-Blues, improvisation, chords, scales, fingerings, timing and groove, playing Jazz-standards, methods for a faster development of skills and many more.
JCA - pedals and amps - handmade with passion in Germany
My pedals are unique. They do not recraete the gear our Idols use. It recreate the sounds of our idols:
- SRV in a box
- B. Gibbons in a box
- Ritchie Blackmore in a box
- Pete Townsend in a box
My amps are in the tradition of the famous Traiwreck Amps. But developed to be more flexible.
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Tube Amp Doctor Musikhandels GmbH (TAD) trades, develops and produces components and accessories for tube amplifiers and supplies private customers in the retail sector and specialist dealers, service companies and production companies in the wholesale sector.
TAD is the official exclusive distributor for Accutronics (Reverb), CAIG DeoxIT, Celestion, Jensen Speaker and PSVANE.
Other brands in distribution include Belton, Electro-Harmonix, FANE, Gold Lion, JJ-Electroncis, KR-Audio, Mojotone, Shuguang, Sovtek and TungSol.
TAD products are available worldwide through a distribution network in Europe, North America, Asia and Australia.
TAD emerged in 1993 from the sole proprietorship of Andreas Hecke, founded in 1989, and is an owner-managed family business.
JET GUITARS is a young and dynamic brand dedicated to making high-quality instruments accessible to every musician. Blending modern design with classic inspiration, JET offers guitars that look stunning, fee comfortable, and deliver a sound far beyond their price range. Focused on innovation, affordability, and the joy of music, JET guitars proves that a great instrument doesn't have to be expensive - it simply has to be built with passion and purpose.
JET Guitars - designed to inspire - built to perform
Josh Scott founded JHS Pedals in 2007 with the aim of building effects pedals that stand out from the crowd. Since then, the company has developed from a small DIY workshop into a globally recognized brand. After all, Josh knows exactly what musicians want and need from his many years of touring experience. His passion for electronics and his many years of experience as a musician have enabled JHS Pedals to create one of the widest ranges on the market, including effects for guitar and bass as well as utility pedals. JHS Pedals also works closely with musicians to develop products that meet players' needs and preferences. The JHS team stands for reliable products that impress with their high-quality designs and perfected assembly processes - both in terms of sound and ease of use.
Jolana Guitars:
Jolana is a heritage European guitar brand rooted in the 1950s, defined by distinctive design and meticulous craftsmanship. Today, Jolana guitars are handcrafted with exceptional attention to detail, blending traditional techniques with modern precision to create instruments of character, tone, and lasting quality.
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For two decades, JOYO has been continuously producing exciting and quality professional and accessible audio products that serve guitarists and musicians all over the world.
JOYO aims to empower every musician and artist to chase their music dream. With a wide range of music gears from portable practice amps to easy-to-use instrument accessories, JOYO still will not settle, and is ready to inject greater innovation and creativity to our products to embrace more advanced technology and more broader communities
Valencia, a city that is located in Southern Europe on the shores of the Mediterranean Sea, is the home of one of the most
presgious workshops of the SPANISH GUITAR – GUITARRAS ESTEVE.
In 1957 Francisco Esteve, Manuel Adalid and Antonio Monfort decided to establish their own guitar workshop, starng their
journey into the construcon of the instrument.
The tradion is carried on by Manuel Adalid Jr., who stays commied to further promote the name of ESTEVE all over the world.
This also means incorporang new designs and techniques, and the adaptaon of the building processes to the demands of the
internaonal market, while keeping the spirit of our Arsan Tradion alive.
ESTEVE’s team of 37 arsans is our greatest asset. Our crasmen share a common passion for the guitar and years of experience.
We love our work and are proud of each instrument we finish!
ESTEVE guitars are renowned internaonally for their excellent sound and finish. Our instruments are known for combining the
best materials in their construcon, as well as for bridging that difficult gap between arsanal tradion and modern building
techniques.
The ESTEVE guitar is the sound of the Spanish soul, inspiring musicians with its sonorous character, its playability, and its purity of
sound. The pictures you’ll find on these pages are a proud testament to the ancient art of luthiery that lives on in our guitars.
Luthier from Velden am Wörthersee, Österreich
Manufacturer of acoustic steel-string guitars
Instrument making with passion
In my small but exquisite factory, unique guitars and ukuleles are created with meticulous attention to detail – true one-of-a-kind pieces with soul.
Each instrument is handcrafted from select woods with a keen sense of sound, aesthetics, and craftsmanship.
I specialize in building high-quality stringed instruments that not only sound superb but also impress with their look and feel.
Whether you're looking for an instrument for the stage, the studio, or your own personal musical moment – here you'll find a unique piece made with passion.
Jünger Guitars is a small German luthier workshop dedicated to handcrafted electric guitars and basses. With a focus on traditional craftsmanship, premium tonewoods and individually voiced instruments, every Jünger guitar is built to match the personal preferences of the player. The result: characterful, highly-resonant instruments with an unmistakable handmade quality.
PT Tree Max Indonesia is a premium hardwood manufacturer and supplier specializing in tonewoods and dimension lumber for guitars, basses, and custom musical instruments. With in-house production facilities in Indonesia and Korea, we focus on consistent quality, precise processing, and flexible supply for boutique builders, custom shops, and selected industrial partners. Our materials include Hard Maple, Alder, Swamp Ash, Walnut, Mahogany, and a wide range of exotic woods.
K'mo Guitars are designed and handbuilt in the heart of Berlin, Germany. Combining carefully selected tonewoods, premium components and a strong sense of design, each K'mo electric guitar is built to look, feel and sound like a true small-shop instrument. The range features models like the Liverpool and Memphis with roasted maple necks, custom K'mo pickups (single coils and P90s), Gotoh hardware and distinctive finishes. K'mo guitars target players who want individuality, modern playability and the character of a Berlin-built boutique instrument.
Kallisto Guitars - custom guitars handmade in Berlin, Germany.
Our passion is to create vibrant custom instruments with a comfortable and modern design that fuses the beautiful aesthetics of natural wood, perfect playability, and high-quality materials. The sustainable sourcing of wood and materials is very important to us. By blending traditional and modern resources and materials we can avoid endangered species without any compromises in sustain, sound, and stability. At the same time, this allows us to make our instruments less sensitive to external influences.
Every instrument we create should be a reliable companion for every step of your musical journey, whether you are on stage, in the studio, or at home, jamming in your living room.
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KAMINARI Guitars is a Japanese guitar brand known for its professional-grade instrument cables and close collaboration with Japanese professional musicians.
In addition to cables, KAMINARI offers artist model guitars and basses, high-quality small-batch instruments, and effect pedals, accessories, pickups, and parts.
Kauffmann Guitars is all about the feeling you experience when you feel and play a guitar. Focused on vintage transparent tone, delicately ageing guitars to match the looks with the good feel.
Keeley Electronics is one of the world's leading manufacturers of high-end effect devices. The brand was founded in 2001 by Robert Keeley as a one-man business in Oklahoma City. It soon established itself as a provider of excellent compressors and pedal mods. By developing its own analog and digital designs, the manufacturer now covers a wide range of effect categories, including a variety of combination effects and pedals inspired by famous studio sounds. From the cabinets to the circuit boards, everything is made in Oklahoma, lovingly assembled by musicians and artists, and shipped worldwide. Keeley products are known for their superior sound and product design and are appreciated by famous musicians worldwide.
Keipro Guitars is committed to innovation and continuously strive towards new solutions to make the most premium and professional also affordable musical instruments for musicians worldwide.
Kepma is a Chinese acoustic guitar manufacturer that has rapidly become one of Asia's leading acoustic brands, with a strong reputation for engineering innovation and tonal consistency. The range covers everything from entry-level to professional all-solid models, and includes the proprietary K-Smart electronics system with onboard tuner, looper and effects. With careful tonewood selection, modern bracing and a growing artist roster, Kepma offers acoustic guitars that punch well above their price.
Kimmel-Music
Kimmel-Music is a small company of the MI distributing some brands (like KML Guitars, Ibrahim Guitars, GuitArT Axes, GA Partscasters etc), running a musicstore with Custom Guitar Shop in Heilbronn (GuitArT HN), managing local events (e.g. GuitArT Acoustic Festival), producing and publishing product videos and tutorials on youtube, facebook and instagram.
Klingen Guitars is a Braziliam boutique guitar brand dedicated to crafting high-performance instruments that merge precision engineering with expressive tone. Inspired by European design and modern luthiery, Klingen focuses on exceptional woods, meticulous construction, and refined aesthetics. Each instrument is built for musicians who demand clarity, resonance, and a distinctive visual identity. 2026 its our 10th anniversary.
Created by renowned live and studio guitarist Thomas Blug, all BluGuitar amps and accessories are tailor-made to give players the best-sounding and most flexible setup ever, in the most easily transportable format ever, and is a dream to control and use - "BOUTIQUE TO GO"!
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We're a tiny studio with a big obsession: building gear that feels aliveWe've made some cool stuff already, but there's always morebrewing, ideas that demand to be heard, like unfinished songswaiting to come aliveWe all play instruments, just like you. Our tastes might be all over theplace, but when it comes to tone and playability, we're totally in sync.Save the album debates for after hours - we've got work to do.
Effects pedals are our playground. We turn metal boxes and circuitboards into tools of inspiration, for basement jam sessions, bedroomstudios and stages alike. Wherever your sound goes, we're proud tobe part of thejourney.
KML Guitars:
“... the perfect Rock- and Metal-Axe ...“ (Alexander Heimbrecht / grand gtrs Ausgabe 03/2015 / KML Capreolus Cst)
"House brand with a difference" (Markus Kaffka / guitar Ausgabe 03/2022 / KML Capreolus Cst7)
"Even fast runs in the lower registers impress with their incredible precision and radiance..." (Markus Kaffka / guitar Ausgabe 03/2022 / KML Capreolus Cst7)
KML Guitars Capreolus models were built by Siggi Braun exclusively for Jürgen Kimmel's custom guitar shop GuitArT Heilbronn. The Capreolus is available in the Cst and Std variants and offers lots of custom shop quality in a sharp design. The best woods and the finest hardware from Harry Häussel, Bare Knuckle BKP, Schaller, Sperzel... met Siggi Braun's outstanding craftsmanship - Made in Germany at it's Best!
Proudly, thankful and sorrowful we were celebrating in 2025 the 10th Anniversary of KML Guitars and our partnership with Siggi Braun! With heavy heart we preserve our friend Siggi’s memory after he tragically left us in September 2025.
KML Guitars are exhibiting at the Guitar Summit for the fourth time this year and can be seen and tested at the GuitArT HN booth.
At KNA Pickups, we’re dedicated to providing acoustic musicians with natural-sounding, natural-looking means to amplify their instruments. Our mission bridges the traditions of Old World artisans with the innovation of modern musicians we serve. Each of our pickups is handcrafted in Europe using the fine components and tonewoods usually reserved for instruments themselves.
In our full range of pickup solutions, we offer several designs to assure players get the best sound possible for their application. Our piezo, magnetic, passive, and active pickups offer natural sound reproduction tailored specifically for the tonal and dynamic range of each instrument. We offer universal pickups that will work for nearly any instrument with a flat surface where the transducer can be placed, and popular models for nylon- and steel-string guitar, ukulele, banjo, bouzouki, violin, viola, cello and double bass. Each is crafted to offer the most authentic sound possible, with an easy installation that requires little or no modification to the instrument.
KODEX AUDIO is a German manufacturer of handcrafted guitars, basses, and effects pedals based in Schneverdingen, Lower Saxony. Founded in 2017, the company evolved from the boutique pedal maker Ground FX.
In its own workshop, KODEX AUDIO builds high-quality instruments that combine modern playability with vintage-inspired design. The product range includes customizable guitar series, hand-built custom guitars, and effects pedals.
Kong – Wild Guitar Gear
Kong is session’s exclusive brand for guitar and bass gear that delivers powerful sound without breaking the bank. The Solid transistor amps are reliable and versatile for practice and small gigs. Tube amps from the Tube series offer dynamic response, warmth, and classic tube saturation. The Chimp modeling amps combine a wide variety of amp sounds in one compact unit. Matching MonkeyCages speakers and Deep-series bass amps complete the lineup with punch and power.
More at: session.de/kong
Established over 75 years ago in the music branch, our company stands for sophisticated equipment with excellent quality. Our products are distinguished by innovative design, functionality and durability.
As one of the world's leading providers of music stands, microphone and instrument stands, speaker stands, seats and accessories for lighting, sound and studio technology, we constantly are challenged to develop innovative solutions for our customers’ needs and wishes.
Over 300 employees in Wertheim, Germany work together to fulfill this promise constantly.
In accordance with our quality standards, almost all metal and plastic items are manufactured in in-house production. Over 1,500 stands and brackets are produced in our two plants in Germany and sold in 80 countries worldwide. Many of our products have already become classics as well as standards in the music industry.
Numerous patents and international trademark rights substantiate König & Meyer’s innovative spirit. The proverbial durability of our products also supports environmental considerations.
König Guitars is a small guitar manufacturer based in Hamburg, Germany. Only a handful of acoustic, semi-acoustic, and electric guitars are handcrafted in their workshop each year. Their guitars stand out thanks to their unusual yet simple shapes, low weight, bold colors, beautiful woods, fast attack, and easy playability.
Kopo :
Since 1988, my workshop has seen the birth of several hundred musical instruments.
Over the years, my passion has focused on steel or nylon string acoustic guitars, while remaining open to the creation of all types of stringed instruments, whether basses or electric guitars, violins or electro basses for example!
What drives me today is the quest for simple, refined and effective designs, favoring the use of ecological materials in order to keep the use of our precious wood for its most relevant use.
Also I am committed to using local woods as much as possible, and I have developed an innovative concept, a bio-composite guitar body called "Klas".
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100 Years of European Luthiery Tradition
Entirely Made in Europe. Entirely Handcrafted. Entirely Kremona.
Founded in 1924, Kremona carries more than 100 years of European tradition in the making of stringed instruments. Today, this tradition continues in Bulgaria, where every Kremona guitar is entirely handcrafted by experienced luthiers.
The entire production process takes place under one roof – from the careful selection and preparation of the wood to the final finishing, professional setup, adjustment, and meticulous inspection of every instrument. This comprehensive approach allows us to control every detail and create instruments with exceptional build quality and a distinctive tone.
Our generations of accumulated luthiery expertise are combined with a modern approach to design and production, creating instruments that meet the high standards of today’s musicians and are built to be played and appreciated for many years to come.
Every Kremona guitar comes with a premium hard case or luxury gig bag, because we believe that every instrument should be protected and presented at the level it deserves.
Kremona. 100+ years of European craftsmanship. Made for musicians. Built to last.
Original effect circuits born from non-traditional sonic concepts. Each effect represents a person or feeling recreated in sonic form. Hand built in Germany and housed in white moon-surface, tactile, textured enclosures all with their own original knob designs. The unconventional and extreme made accessible - but above all, musical. Designed and conceived by a British Musician, manufactured by hand in Germany.
L.R. Baggs has been designing acoustic guitar pickups, preamps and amplification since 1976, founded by luthier Lloyd Baggs in California. The brand is one of the industry's most respected names for acoustic amplification — used and trusted by artists like Janis Ian, Jackson Browne, John Mayer and countless touring professionals. The range includes the popular Anthem and Lyric internal microphones, Element undersaddle pickups, the M1 and M80 soundhole pickups, the Para Acoustic DI and a full line of acoustic preamps. Engineered to capture the true voice of every acoustic instrument.
La Mancha Guitars
The history of La Mancha Guitars is closely linked to the idea of building a guitar that meets the high demands of a traditional classical guitar but is also affordable for young, ambitious guitarists.
La Mancha guitars impress with their traditional yet contemporary look. Brilliant in form and sound. This makes a La Mancha guitar the perfect companion when learning an instrument.
Lâg Guitars is a French acoustic and electric guitar brand founded in 1980 by Michel Lâg-Chavarria in Bessières, near Toulouse. The brand is best known for its acoustic line and especially for the Tramontane series, which combines French design, carefully selected tonewoods and innovative features at accessible price points. In recent years Lâg has pioneered the HyVibe Smart Guitar — a connected acoustic with built-in effects, looper and Bluetooth — bringing genuine innovation to a traditional category. Made with French passion and engineering precision.
We are a German guitar maker based in Buseck, where a dedicated team of 25 craftsmen and specialists builds premium acoustic guitars under the renowned Lakewood brand. Combining skilled handcraft with state-of-the-art technology, our instruments are created with precision, passion, and attention to detail.
Handcrafted in Germany - Loved Worldwide
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Laney Amplification, established in 1967, pioneered the first heavy metal guitar tones with Black Sabbath and quickly achieved global recognition. Famed for innovation, Covering Guitar, Bass, keys amps. Laney leads the market with its LFR range - setting the standard for FRFR digital rig amplification, delivers portable power with its hugely popular LOUDPEDALS, boast signature models for some of the biggest artists in the world and offers affordable Foundry versions of it's popular tube amp ranges.Trusted by acclaimed artists like Tony Iommi, Guthrie Govan, Devin Townsend, Nathan East, and Billy Corgan, Laney continues to shape music worldwide through bold engineering and genre-defining sound.
LARSON Bros Guitars stands as one of the most influential names in early American guitar making, celebrated for their pioneering spirit and meticulous craftsmanship. Built by the Larson brothers in the early 20th century, these instruments combined European luthiery traditions with bold technical innovations - long before such ideas became common in guitar design.
Modern recreations and restorations forward the Larson philiosophy - pursuing tonal excellencethrough intelligent design, superior materials, and uncompromising attention to detail. Whether in the hands of collectors or dedicated players, Larson Bros Guitars represent a timeless blend of tradition, innovation, and musical soul.
LARSON BROS. GUITARS - The sound of history, crafted with vision.
Legator Guitars is a US-based manufacturer specialising in modern extended-range electric guitars and basses. Founded by Danny Mastrototaro, the brand has become a serious player in the 7-, 8- and 9-string market, particularly favoured by progressive metal guitarists. Models like the Ninja and Helio series combine multi-scale construction, premium hardware, stainless-steel frets and powerful pickups in instruments built for the modern player. Designed in the USA, built for extreme playability.
Lehle, founded by Burkhard Lehle in 1999 and based in Germany, is a leading name in premium signal switching, splitting and routing for guitar and bass. From the iconic Lehle 1@3 switcher and the Mono Volume pedal to the D.Loop, Sunday Driver, Little Dual amp switcher and the SGoS-based product family, Lehle products are renowned for their gold-contact relays, transparent buffers and exceptionally durable mechanical construction. Trusted by touring pros and studio engineers worldwide, Lehle's gear is built to deliver the cleanest possible signal — silently, reliably and for many years to come.
Leho is a contemporary ukulele brand offering an unusually broad range of instruments — from accessible entry-level models to high-end Specialty Series ukuleles with premium tonewoods like koa, acacia and mango. Available in all common sizes (soprano, concert, tenor and baritone) and with electric-acoustic options, Leho focuses on careful construction, attractive woods and consistent intonation. Distributed in Germany by Musik Wein, Leho gives ukulele players at every level a serious and musical choice.
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Inspired by the musical term "Legato," LEKATO was founded in 2019 by musicians and engineers, focusing on developing and manufacturing high-quality musical instruments.
Our vision is to connect everyone's musical dreams and spread the happiness to the world.
Der Name Lender steht für besonders leichte, nachhaltige und mit höchster Präzision gefertigte E-Gitarren.
Handgewickelte Tonabnehmer, geöltes Holz und das geringe Gewicht (2,3 bis 3 Kg) machen jedes Instrument zu einem Unikat.
Der bewusste Verzicht auf Tropenhölzer und exzellente Handwerkskunst vereinen sich in jeder Lender zu einem einzigartigen Musikerlebnis.
Mein Motto: weniger Masse - mehr Musik
Lender – E-Guitars that combine lightness and precision.
Hand-wound pickups, oiled wood, and a weight of just 2.3 to 3 kg make each instrument a unique piece.
By forgoing tropical woods and focusing on exceptional craftsmanship, each Lender offers a musical experience as unique as the sound itself.
Less mass - more music
We are a boutique amplifier brand dedicated to crafting high-end tube amps in the heart of southern Germany. Built with a focus on premium components, meticulous hand-wiring, and sleek design, Lenz amps deliver rich distortion with dynamic touch response. No clean channel? No problem! Just roll down the volume on your guitar like in the good old days... Or wait for our upcoming 3 channel amp. The prototype can be heard on the new Megadeth album, played by the amazing Teemu Mäntysaari.
Letourneau :
My consuming passion for guitars—the instrument itself, its sound, and its design—led me to develop a line of original guitars inspired by clean lines, raw materials, and harmony.
Licheri guitars is a modern lutherie company based in Cagliari, Italy. We build electric guitars and basses with decades of experience. 3D design, photographic rendering, CNC machining, and fine craftsmanship combine to create a unique and reliable instrument.
Hapas Guitars, Driftwood Amplifications and Lichtlaerm Audio are extremely dedicated custom Metal brands from Germany. Come over and let us prove it to you.
Neal Preston’s rock ‘n’ roll photography is the exposed heart of this collection and consists of over 70 large-format original fine art prints. Preston’s archive is one of the most extensive in the world and includes every major artist in rock history. These images are currently being exhibited on a world tour. Most recently they were at the High End Show Munich, Tilburg, NAMM Show in Anaheim, at the Stage | Set | Scenery exhibited in Berlin and Sweden.
Legendary photographers such as Bob Gruen, Michael Zagaris, and Henry Diltz are also part of the Limelight Gallery portfolio. Chris Floyd and Kai Schäfer have joined the collection and are adding to it.
Fine art prints and high-quality illustrated books can be purchased online and offline from the Limelight Gallery.
The Limelight Gallery operates with currently two showrooms in Paderborn and Frankfurt am Main. The Limelight Gallery team also develops exhibition concepts and is happy to make the works available for events.
Proceeds from exhibitions and sales of fine art prints and books benefit foundations such as “Behind the Scenes”, “Backup–The Technical Entertainment Charity” and #handforahand.
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Seit fast einem Vierteljahrhundert entwickelt Line 6 Produkte, mit denen Musiker ihr kreatives Potenzial voll ausschöpfen können - vom ersten Modeling-Verstärker der Welt über den legendären roten POD bis hin zu den heutigen Gitarrenprozessoren der Helix- und HX-Familie und den Powercab-Aktivlautsprechersystemen. Diese und andere Line 6-Produkte wurden mit zahlreichen Preisen ausgezeichnet, darunter der Guitar World Platinum Award, der Premier Guitar Premier Gear Award und der Guitar Player Editors' Pick Award.
For more than 30 years, Jason Lollar has designed and built some of the most sought-after pickups for electric guitar, bass, and steel guitar. If you're on a quest for tone, Lollar Pickups can help.
Looperwerk has been the specialist for everything to do with pedalboards since 2011.
Patchbays, aux switches, expression and volume pedals, true bypass loopers, routing switchers, modular pedalboards and more!
Lowden Guitars
Founded by George Lowden in the early 1970s, Lowden Guitars has built a reputation for exceptional craftsmanship, innovative design, and a distinct, rich tonal quality.
From humble beginnings in Northern Ireland, George's passion for lutherie led him to develop unique construction techniques, including his renowned A-frame bracing and signature body shapes.
In my workshop I create modern archtops and steel string guitars with many a unique detail by hand. In my work I combine traditional elements from concert guitar, lute and viol making with modern processing techniques and materials. My goal is to design high quality instruments in collaboration with the customer. I want to hand the player an instrument with which he can pursue his passion and precisely realize his musical ideas.
After studying in Markneukirchen, passing the master craftsman's examination and working with Andreas Cuntz, I now share a workshop with Max Spohn and Milena Schmoller in Rothenburg ob der Tauber.
LSL Instruments consists of a small team of crasftpeople dedicating themselves to bringing you the sweetest and easiest music you've ever played. Every aspect of their boutique guitars is handcrafted.
I build acoustic, classical and electric guitars.
Each instrument is defined together with the customer in order to satisfy his every need.
All materials are carefully selected and processed with minimal attention.
Lundgren Guitar Pickups have been handmade in Jönköping, Sweden by Johan Lundgren since 1990. Combining modern engineering with vintage machinery — including an original 1957 winding machine — Johan builds pickups that are consistent, precise and musically expressive. The brand gained international recognition with the M Series, developed in collaboration with Fredrik Thordendal of Meshuggah, which became a defining sound for modern progressive metal. Beyond the M6, M7 and M8 models, Lundgren also offers PAF-style sets like the Heaven 57, the powerful Black Heaven, the Anomaly, and a full range of Strat, Tele, P90 and bass pickups for players who care about response and feel.
Luthier Alfons is a luthier from Pego, Spain, who works alone and can therefore only build a small amount of electric guitars and basses per year. What's typical about his instruments are their smooth, multi-layered, natural finishes of oils and waxes. Furthermore, all instruments are available in various temperaments. Apart from the standard 12-TET, he offers meantone versions, 19-TET, or fretless, with better sounding thirds as a result. He also made a couple of guitars for another local brand, of which one was used on the 2025 US tour of Robert Plant and Saving Grace. Luthier Alfons's instruments are very customisable on order.
M-Live is a company based in Italy. It specialises in the design and manufacture of hardware and
software tools for musicians who perform live. It manages several product lines: the B.Beat range
dedicated to professional musicians and bands who use backing tracks and sequences on stage,
the Entertainment range dedicated to soloists and small bands with devices for playback and MIDI
management, the Lakyx range for stage lighting management, and the e-commerce site
www.song-service.com, which distributes professional music content online.
M-Live has been a world leader in its sector for years and is distributed in over 40 countries in
Europe and around the world. M-Live products are recognised for their innovative features and
reliability, which is why the brand has won the trust of a wide range of users, especially in the
professional sector.
Mad Professor Amplification Ltd is a manufacturer of amplifiers and guitar effects pedals with own unique story to tell. Having its origins back in 2002, Mad Professor Amplification not only took place of one of the the biggest Finnish manufacturers in the field but also enriched collections of guitarists with very authentic high-quality equipment all over the world. We are not just a company, brand, equipment or gear for enthusiastic and professional players. We believe in the sound, tone, and music itself. We are what we belive in!
Maderas Barber is a leading international supplier of premium tonewoods, tools, and components for musical instrument making. Serving luthiers, workshops, and manufacturers worldwide, we offer everything needed for instrument construction from carefully selected woods to specialized tools, parts, and accessories. With decades of expertise and a strong commitment to sustainability and reliable service, Maderas Barber is a trusted partner for both traditional and modern instrument builders.
Madinter is a company dedicated to the selection and production of wood, parts and components for the manufacture of guitars and other musical instruments. Our mission is to supply the music manufacturing industry and any person or entity involved in the construction of musical instruments. Madinter was established in 2001. Since then it has become a leading company in the sector and we distribute our products on 5 continents. Our customers include the most reputable brands of guitars. Our headquarters are located in Cerceda, Madrid from where we ship our products to more than 40 countries.
Since 2022 Madinter has become part of the StewMac family, a reputable American brand founded in 1968, dedicated to exploring, inventing and innovating new tools, products and ideas to make guitars look and sound their best.
At Magneto Guitars we believe that a superior instrument will create better connection to your musical sensitivity. A great guitar design is reached once aesthetics, functionality and tone come together, but great design is nothing without perfect execution in construction. In other words, we place equal importance on what lies beneath the surface. Each Magneto instrument is handmade by experienced luthiers using the highest-grade materials under very strict controls on quality and integrity of build. Magneto guitars are made for artists; arts shall speak the truth.
Makeev Guitars is a luthier workshop specializing in handcrafted foldable electric guitars and basses designed for musicians on the move. Each instrument is compact enough to fit in your backpack, yet delivers full-scale performance and professional tone. All guitars are reasonably priced and highly customizable, with a wide range of specs and finishes available to suit your unique style and needs.
MANNE GUITARS
We have manufactured fine guitars and basses since 1987.
Manne instruments are the natural results of our artisanal history: Essence of precision, functionality, playability and tone. All bodies and necks are hand crafted in our workshops, and most other components are engineered and developed by Manne.
From a quiet workshop in the Moldova Republic, MaNo Guitars brings to life electric guitars, bases and acoustics that are as bold as they are soulful. Founded by master luthier Eugene Saveliev, MaNo Guitars merges uncompromising craftsmanship with modern design sensibility to produce guitars that don’t just sound extraordinary — they feel alive.
Each guitar is a custom-built work of art, shaped by hand, refined by ear, and infused with character. Whether it’s the raw power of the Arnum series or the experimental charm of the Stratotele, MaNo instruments are made to inspire — on stage, in the studio, or in the hands of collectors.
With international shipping and a growing global fanbase, MaNo Guitars is carving out a distinct voice in the boutique guitar world — one build at a time.
Valencia, a city that is located in Southern Europe on the shores of the Mediterranean Sea, is the home of one of the most
presgious workshops of the SPANISH GUITAR – GUITARRAS ESTEVE.
In 1957 Francisco Esteve, Manuel Adalid and Antonio Monfort decided to establish their own guitar workshop, starng their
journey into the construcon of the instrument.
The tradion is carried on by Manuel Adalid Jr., who stays commied to further promote the name of ESTEVE all over the world.
This also means incorporang new designs and techniques, and the adaptaon of the building processes to the demands of the
internaonal market, while keeping the spirit of our Arsan Tradion alive.
ESTEVE’s team of 37 arsans is our greatest asset. Our crasmen share a common passion for the guitar and years of experience.
We love our work and are proud of each instrument we finish!
ESTEVE guitars are renowned internaonally for their excellent sound and finish. Our instruments are known for combining the
best materials in their construcon, as well as for bridging that difficult gap between arsanal tradion and modern building
techniques.
The ESTEVE guitar is the sound of the Spanish soul, inspiring musicians with its sonorous character, its playability, and its purity of
sound. The pictures you’ll find on these pages are a proud testament to the ancient art of luthiery that lives on in our guitars.
Manuel Ali Guitars - Handbuild with Passion & Care
Alle Gitarren werden komplett von Hand und ohne Nutzung von CNC-Maschinen gebaut. Jedes Bauteil und jeder Prozess wird von mir persönlich bearbeitet und unterliegt somit meinen gestellten Qualitätsstandards. Dies fängt an bei der Wahl der Hölzer und geht über bis zu dem Finish der Instrumente. Das ermöglicht mir eine individuelle Umsetztung von Custom Gitarren, ganz nach den Vorstellungen des Spielers. Ob jazzig oder metallisch, es entsteht ein Instrument, das zu 100% den Bedürfnissen und Eigenschaften des Spielers entsprechen.
Located in France, MARCEAU GUITARS builds high-end guitars and basses since 2009. Each MARCEAU GUITARS are processed by the Plek Machine for perfect set up and optimum playability.
Marine Guitars has been designing custom acoustic and electric guitars since 2010, in the south of France. I make original instruments by hand, inspired by the vintage world, yet exploring modern aesthetics for a versatile and ergonomic instrument. Light, durable, comfortable, they are built to last and to be taken on every adventure, crafted with love to match the musician's personality and unique sound.
MARKBASS
Thanks to a tireless commitment and passion to innovation and improvement, Markbass is a leading brand in bass equipment, with the widest product range ever, offering everything a bassist's heart desires. Markbass today offers equipment, instruments, strings and accessories that bass players need to express their passion and art.
Traditions are a good place to start. We just choose not to stay there. Our years of
experience and the desire for perfection drive our unending fi ne tuning and development
of our bass models. We constantly get feedback from our customers, who
are professional bassists and bass enthusiasts all over the world, and we use that
feedback as inspiration in our quest to build the perfect bass.
We build instruments that are ergonomic because the playing experience needs to
be comfortable. We build basses that resonate deeply, with clear voices and tremendous
sustain because the player’s voice deserves to be heard. We build basses with
low action and impeccable playability because the player needs to be able to execute
their intentions without resistance. We’ve built more than 1800 custom instruments,
and each of their happy owners can attest to our commitment to excellence.
We know that highclass wood is the key to a great bass. We have a passion for collecting
and building with rare and fascinating woods. Marleaux Bass Guitars takes
great care in the proper storage, drying and treatment of these woods to ensure their
unique sonic characteristics. We then tailor each bass to the needs of the customer
by using the exact piece of wood for every aspect of its construction. We make
bassists’ dreams come true!
In every phase of the construction of a bass, we allow time to achieve for the best
results. We handle the woods carefully and treat them with the great sensibilities of
an artisan and craftsman. This is how music instruments that allow a feel for detail
are made.
For over six decades, Marshall’s legacy has grown chord to chord, person to person, generation to generation. It all began in 1962 in Hanwell, London, when Jim and Terry Marshall built their first-ever amp, laying the foundation for a sound that would define rock ’n’ roll. As demand grew, we moved to Bletchley in the late ’60s, where our factory remains to this day. We’ve never stopped amplifying music for artists and fans, continually honing our craft to uphold our reputation for legendary sound and iconic design. Our most iconic amps are still proudly built in Bletchley, UK.
Today, the Marshall name stands for more than just legendary amps. It powers musicians and music lovers with professional equipment, consumer electronics, a record label, and a state-of-the-art recording studio, delivering exceptional audio experiences worldwide.
About soul-guitars
With soul-guitars, we aim to create a tailored instrument for you with love and precision – based on the principles of sustainable & fair sound art.
Make an impact!
We’re all about living sustainability, even when it comes to your instrument. We work with sound- and valuable woods/materials from all over the world and thus consciously determine under which conditions we want to do this.
The Martinez Guitar Company is currently the world’s largest manufacturer of handmade classical guitars.
Based in Port City of Guangzhou, China. The company led by Managing Director Alex Wang has worked closely with European Designers and Builders since the company was first founded in 1978.
Instrument building is an ancient craft. Martinez, whilst using traditional methods, employs innovative design which borrows from both the past and the future.
MATON GUITARS, founded 1946 in Melbourne/Australia, by Bill May, is still a 100% family owned company. Bill started in a small workshop and has grown from a small family workshop into an internationally respected manufacturer - trusted by artists around the world for its rich, dynamic, and unmistakably warm sound. Known especially for their exceptional acoustic instruments, Maton guitars are designed to respond for the players touch, whether on stage, in the studio, or at home. From fingerstyle virtuosos like Tommy Emmanuel to singer-song writers seeking a rrliable and expressive companion, musicians choose Maton for instruments that inspire creativity and deliver professional performance.
MATON GUITARS - made for the world stages - proudly crafted in Australia
A custom lutherie workshop.
I’m Massimiliano "Max" Monterosso, a custom guitar builder specializing in handcrafted guitars designed for exceptional tone, playability, and aesthetics. I combine traditional luthiery with modern techniques to create one-of-a-kind acoustic and electric guitars tailored to each musician’s unique style and sound.
Every custom guitar I build is the result of close collaboration with the player. From tonewoods to finishes, I focus on clarity, responsiveness, and craftsmanship to deliver high-quality guitars that inspire creativity. If you’re looking for a professional luthier who builds custom guitars with precision and passion, you’ve come to the right place.
Maybach Guitars embody the belief that true musicality is born from character, craftsmanship, and authenticity. Every guitar is built with deep respect for the classic originals - not as a copy, but as a continuation of a tradition that places sound, feel and individuality at its core.
Instead of striving for industrial perfection, Maybach celebrates the soul of the instrument: hand selected tonewoods, masterful aging techniques, and craftsmanship thar gives musicians a tool designed to inspire and connect.
Maybach believes that a guitar is more than a product - it is an expression of personality. That's why these instruments are created not only to sound exceptional, but also to carry stories, evoke emotion, and accompany their player on their artistic journey. AUTHENTIC. HANDMADE. For musicians who fee what they play.
Mayones Guitars & Basses is a Polish manufacturer of high-end handcrafted instruments, founded in 1982 in Gdańsk by Dariusz Gontarski. Built by a small team of dedicated luthiers, every Mayones is made to order with carefully sourced tonewoods, premium hardware and obsessive attention to detail. The brand is known worldwide for its modern signature designs — the Regius, Setius, Duvell, Hydra and Comodous models — and for collaborations with artists including Adam 'Nolly' Getgood, John Browne (Monuments) and members of TesseracT. Whether 6-, 7-, 8- or 9-string, Mayones instruments combine boutique craftsmanship with the precision demanded by today's progressive and modern metal players.
Melofty Audio is a brand distributed by W-Music Distribution (Warwick) as part of their carefully selected portfolio of effects and music equipment. Visit the stand at Guitar Summit 2026 for a first-hand demonstration of the current Melofty Audio range — or stay tuned for more detailed information directly from the Warwick team.
Melposa Guitars offers classical guitars crafted using a combination of acoustic science and traditional methods, with respect for materials and expertise.
Merida Extrema combines master craftsmanship with cutting-edge technology to create exceptional guitars. Since 2003, the brand has been using solid woods such as spruce and mahogany to produce instruments with impressive sound and durability. Their models, including classic and modern designs, offer inspiration and top quality to guitarists worldwide.
Meris, based in Los Angeles, USA, develops and produces boutique pro audio processors for musicians. The Meris portfolio includes effect designs for studios and pedalboards in suitable formats that can be used with any instrument. The focus is on high-end electronics. Because that's the dream they've always had: To live and work for the unlimited wide world of music! The Meris team consists of founder and hardware engineer Terry Burton and his wife and creative director Jinna Burton as well as DSP engineer Angelo Mazzacco. Following their motto "More than logic, Uniting Art & Engineering", the company develops equipment that inspires the hearts of musicians with innovative sounds and a high level of user-friendliness. Meris offers a wide range of effects devices, including reverb, delay, modulation and pitch-shifting effects. The devices impress with their unique sound characteristics, versatile functions and high-quality workmanship. Meris uses advanced digital signal processing technologies in its effects units to ensure high sound quality and flexibility. The devices are easy to use and at the same time offer a wide range of creative possibilities for musicians.
MGH Guitars is no stranger to the world of custom guitar building and has firmly established itself in the Hard ’n Heavy scene.
From their own workshops on the outskirts of Berlin, the young and dynamic team forges a wide range of bold, extravagant instruments – built with uncompromising craftsmanship and attitude.
True to their motto “Evil but Sexy”, these Satanic axes are handcrafted and equipped with MGH’s own in-house pickups, delivering a sound as brutal as their look.
For Guitar Summit 2026, MGH Guitars presents its latest creations on the Brutal Assault Tour, showcasing a lineup that raises the bar once again – from heavy to heavier to absolutely merciless.
This year also marks a new chapter for MGH Guitars:
with a complete facelift and a brand-new logo, the brand steps into its next evolution – sharper, darker, and more focused than ever.
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At moews Guitars, we make electric guitars that meet our own standards and become a guitarist’s favorite instrument. Our passion has always been for the historic electric guitars of the 1950s to 1970s, which have risen to iconic status in recent decades thanks to guitarists who have become famous. That is why we at moews Guitars have decided to extract the best from these tried and tested guitar systems and infuse it as an elixir into our high-quality handmade electric guitars. Living wood, noble metals and elaborate lacquer finishes inspire and move us from the very beginning. We break with traditional knowledge to achieve new, outstanding results in electric guitar construction. The goal is always a perfect sounding and outstandingly playable instrument.
At Montoya Manufaktur, we don’t simply craft instruments – we create worlds of sound.
With passion, precision and a deep understanding of music, we craft classical guitars that are far more than just a tool: they are the perfect companion for musicians who wish to take their expression to a new level.
Every guitar has a soul. It combines the finest selection of materials with traditional craftsmanship and is designed to bring every nuance, every emotion and every musical idea to life. For artists who don’t just play, but tell stories.
The experienced team of guitar makers combines decades of expertise with an uncompromising dedication to the perfect sound.
Every detail counts – every curve, every vibration, every decision in the building process.
The result: guitars with exceptional dynamics, perfect balance and a richness of tone that gets right under your skin. Instruments that are not just heard, but felt.
Montoya embodies the moment when music and emotion become one – and the audience experiences this magic.
Meet the smallest, silent, foldable, handmade, professional MOOV Travel Guitars, tailor-made to fit your unique preferences with a real guitar feel and sound. This is the future of travel guitars!
MOZER guitars are distinctive offset guitar and bass designs from the Netherlands. Founded in 2004 by Michiel Mozer, the brand started with the Chariot model — a fresh take on '60s-inspired shapes combined with modern construction. Early prototypes were picked up by Bill Kelliher (Mastodon) and Ben Weinman (The Dillinger Escape Plan), shaping the development of further models like the Radiant guitar and bass series. Today MOZER builds handcrafted, 21st-century instruments that synthesise legacy and innovation, available as both Custom Shop and Select Line guitars.
Müb specializes in designing and hand-crafting basses and guitars that excel in comfort, ergonomics, tonal range, playability. Crafted to the highest standards of true boutique instruments, and with the best material and parts available, each Müb is the reflection of our clients' unique personality, achieved with artistic sensibility, refined skills and keen sense of design. Over the last fifteen years Müb has pioneered the world of compact, lightweight instruments, proud of offering today perhaps the world's most extensive range of guitars for the touring musician.
Music Man was founded in 1974 by Forrest White, Tom Walker and Leo Fender, and since 1984 has been owned and operated by the Ernie Ball family in San Luis Obispo, California. Built in the USA with uncompromising attention to detail, Music Man electric guitars and basses have shaped the sound of countless artists — the StingRay bass alone has become one of the most influential bass designs in history. Signature models with John Petrucci, Steve Lukather, Eddie Van Halen, Albert Lee and Tosin Abasi continue to push the brand forward. Music Man builds instruments for serious players, made entirely in the USA.
Musiccube designs portable, rechargeable guitar amplifiers and PA systems built for musicians who play anywhere — buskers, singer-songwriters, music teachers and outdoor performers. From the compact Tiny Box D2 to the high-power outdoor T2+, every Musiccube unit combines battery-powered freedom with serious sound quality, supporting guitar, vocals and full performances without an outlet in sight. Designed for real-world use, trusted by performing musicians worldwide.
MXR was founded in 1972 in Rochester, New York and quickly became one of the defining names in guitar effects with iconic stompboxes like the Phase 90, Dyna Comp, Distortion+ and Carbon Copy analog delay. Now part of the Jim Dunlop family, MXR continues to develop pedals that combine professional sound, road-tough build quality and an unmistakable visual identity. From classic reissues to modern signature pedals with artists like Eddie Van Halen, Slash and Tom Morello, MXR remains a cornerstone of the pedalboard world.
N-audio builds amp cabinet switchers trusted by top artists and leading brands worldwide.
With over 25 years of experience, N-audio amp switchers are used by Steve Vai, John Petrucci, Marshall amps, Friedman Amps, Tube Amp Doctor, Slipknot, Haken, U.D.O., Kreator, Marillion, Ville Valo from HIM, and many others.
Designed for musicians, studios, and showrooms, N-audio switchers set the standard for reliability and precision. Every amp switcher is precisely engineered, manufactured, and thoroughly tested to meet the exacting standards of the most demanding musicians.
Nady
Seit 40 Jahren gilt Nady als innovative Kraft in der Musikbranche für Drahtloses Live Equipment. und hat die Live-Audio-Performance, sowie die Studiolandschaft buchstäblich verändert.
Nady wird weithin für die Entwicklung vieler „Neuheiten“ gewürdigt – die weltweit ersten drahtlosen Gitarren-/Handheld-Systeme, das erste professionelle Kopfmikrofon, die erste drahtlose Gitarre/der erste drahtlose Bass mit integriertem Funkmodul, das erste UHF-PLL-Funkmodul mit Frequenzagilität ... und die Liste geht noch weiter.
Natasha is an independent guitar brand founded in 2016. It currently has a production space of more than 30,000 square meters in China. Adhering to the mission statement of "continuously creating value for high-quality guitars and contributing to the progress and development of music around the globe", Natasha insists on taking an independent brand route, citing product quality as the basis of survival, and constantly exploring and developing innovative products.
Neural DSP is a Finnish music technology company founded in Helsinki in 2017, specialising in cutting-edge guitar and bass software and hardware. The brand became famous through its Archetype series — meticulously detailed amp and effects plugins developed in collaboration with artists like Tosin Abasi, Plini, Nolly, Rabea Massaad and Cory Wong. In 2022 Neural DSP launched the Quad Cortex, a revolutionary floor modeller that quickly became one of the most desirable pieces of guitar gear in the world. Neural DSP combines world-class research with the obsessions of working players.
Newman Guitars, established in Austin, TX in 1977 by Ted Newman Jones, began working with Keith Richards, designing the first five-string open 'G' Guitar, later working with Billy F Gibbons, and other world-renowned artists. In recent years, Jeff Smith has worked with Ted to bring Newman Guitars into modern times.
Whatever we’re working on, and whatever guitar we have on our bench, we bring all of our passion and experience to making instruments that inspire people for years to come. And we wouldn’t want to be doing anything else.
In the early 1980s, engineers developed a new and revolutionary guitar strap. The main criterion was ultra-comfort and optimal weight distribution of the instrument.
The result was the No1 Stretch Strap. Amateurs up to absolute top stars were quickly convinced of the advantages of this strap.
The advantages were obvious but a conservative guitarist and bassist had to be convinced first. Bernhard Kurzke and his team presented the unusual strap at countless trade fairs and it quickly had a great effect.
On the first prototypes, the No1 logo was even applied by hand or „potato printing“. First on the belt material and then on the belt ends.
As the belt became more popular, there were of course many requests to produce belts as OEMs. Even a certain Leo Fender sent a request.
Various designs and versions were added.
After very successful decades, things became a little quieter due to unfortunate economic changes. Used straps fetched extremely high prices, on the relevant platforms. If anything could be found at all……
The Hamburg-based company Nobels derived from Bernhard Kurzke’s retail store No1 and was founded in 1983 and
distributed the No1 Stretch Strap worldwide. Nobels introduced into the European markets brands like ESP, EMG, Steinberger,
Spector, Charvel and Jackson. Musicians designed for musicians. The company designed products for Fender-USA,
ESP-Japan, Washburn-UK, etc. and created 45 Nobels models of preamps, mixers, switching computers and pedals. Many
amazing players made the Nobels product part of their sonic arsenal. And the ODR-1 Natural Overdrive pedal became a
trusted companion for many guitar players for three decades - especially in Nashville. This neo-classic can be found on
countless stages and in studios around the world.
We are a European manufacturer specializing exclusively in custom guitar picks. Since 2011, we have produced tens of thousands of picks every month for musicians, bands, and music brands worldwide. Our products are used by both professional artists and independent musicians, from studio recordings to live performances.
Our company is based in Europe, and many of our clients are from Germany. We also supply custom guitar picks to numerous exhibitors at Guitar Summit. The entire production process — from raw material and design to the final print on the pick — takes place in Europe, in Poland.
I am convinced that our products will perfectly fit the theme of the trade fair and will enhance its offering in an interesting way.
NRG Amplification is a Belgian brand specialised in the craftsmanship of tube-based guitar amplifiers. Our mission is to redefine the guitarist’s experience by delivering compact, easy-to-handle, yet highly versatile guitar amplifiers. Engineered for exceptional sound, our amplifiers feature unique tone-shaping controls, allowing musicians to achieve their desired sound. Whether it's the smooth tones of jazz, the gritty textures of grunge, the seismic depth of doom, or the sharp precision of djent metal, NRG Amplification stands ready to meet the diverse needs of musicians seeking unparalleled quality and performance.
NUX is a modern guitar electronics brand based in Shenzhen, China, focused on innovative effects and modeling technology at remarkably accessible prices. The range covers everything from the popular Mini Core series stompboxes and the MG-30 floor modeler to the Solid Studio IR loader, Optima Air acoustic simulator and the B-series wireless systems. Backed by serious R&D and decades of OEM experience, NUX has built a strong reputation for sound quality, build robustness and feature sets that punch far above their price.
Spanish pedal and electronic brand OctaKing build by well known international artist "Aryan King" who been collaborating with Jared James, Chris Buck, Gibson Guitars and many moore.
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Orange Amplification is a legendary British amplifier brand founded in 1968 by Cliff Cooper in London. The unmistakable orange tolex, picture-frame grille and hieroglyphic-style markings have made Orange amps an icon of rock — used by everyone from Jimmy Page and Stevie Wonder to Slipknot and Mastodon. The current line covers everything from the all-tube AD, OR and Rockerverb classics to the modern Crush, Pedal Baby and Terror series, plus the highly regarded 4-Stroke bass amps. Orange amps combine British heritage, distinctive design and uncompromising tube tone for every kind of stage.
Established in 1994, Ortega Guitars introduced German design to authentic and traditional
methods of guitar making. Committed to innovation and quality, we strive to improve what is
expected at every level of all our acoustic instruments.
On the occasion of the 44th International Lefthanders Day, we have released one of the widest
selections of instruments specifically designed for the wide variety of left-handed players out
there.
In 2023, Ortega Guitars presented their first resonator guitars. Later in 2023, the Ortega
TourPlayer Series was also released. Our revolutionary electric nylon string guitar is designed for
live performances, delivering the authentic warmth and resonance of a nylon string guitar while
eliminating feedback issues.
Ovation is a legendary American acoustic guitar brand founded in 1965 in New Hartford, Connecticut by aerospace engineer Charles Kaman. Ovation revolutionised the acoustic guitar with its iconic round-back design — a composite Lyrachord bowl instead of a wooden back — which improved projection, eliminated feedback issues and made the guitar an early pioneer of stage-amplified acoustic performance. Played by artists like Glen Campbell, Cat Stevens, Melissa Etheridge and Al Di Meola, Ovation instruments — from the Adamas to the Elite, Celebrity and Legend series — remain a benchmark for plugged-in acoustic guitar tone.
For the brave - Unique studio-grade headless guitars and basses, on a mission. Prioritizing sound quality, ability to customize and tweak, effortless ergonomics, your travel bud.
Tau-6 electric guitar: Small sculpted aluminum body, 3 scale lengths available, pickup modules swap out in seconds, roasted maple necks. Many options
Neo-4 bass guitar: 34" scale, roasted maple neck , pickup module swap outs, very stiff aluminum body, effortless and fine tuners. Many options, fretless...etc.
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P.E. Malinowski Luthiers is a family workshop in Poland with 30 years of experience in guitar making, creating high-end handcrafted instruments across the full guitar spectrum — from concert classical and steel-string acoustic guitars to archtops, modern electric guitars and basses. Each instrument is individually designed and built by Paweł and Ernest Malinowski, combining traditional lutherie, carefully selected tonewoods, modern solutions and a strong focus on tone, playability and individual character.
Malwood Instruments / Malwood Guitars is our own brand, created and developed within the P.E. Malinowski Luthiers family workshop. It represents the electric and modern instrument side of our work and is not a separate workshop or company.
The Future Impact V4 bass synthesizer is an incredibly versatile pedal with an exceptionally wide range of sounds. In addition to producing synthesizer sounds such as basses, leads and pads, it can function as an octaver, chorus, flanger, phaser, distortion, envelope filter, traditional wah-wah, tremolo, reverb, etc., and even has a built-in tuner. It can also drive external synthesizer gear via the optional CV/Gate. As such, it can potentially replace an entire pedalboard of dedicated single-effect pedals.
The very powerful signal processor of the Future Impact V4 is able to replicate the various oscillator, filter, amplifier and envelope generator blocks found in classic synthesizers. In addition, it contains signal processing blocks more traditionally used for processing the sound of an instrument such as a harmonizer block and audio effects such as chorus, distortion and EQ. These architectures complement each other in a very flexible way.
Panucci Guitars are built by Angelo van Merrienboer. With his electric guitars he aims for the vintage looks and sound, but with improvements where needed. Panucci guitars are known for the vintage looks and feel, the open sound of the Panucci pick ups and the instant playability.
Paoletti Guitars® was founded in 2005 by Italian luthier Fabrizio Paoletti. As the son of a winemaking family and a trained guitar builder, Fabrizio had the inspired idea of using the wood from long-aged wine barrels for his guitars. The chestnut used for Paoletti bodies comes from more than 130-year-old wine barrels, lending the instruments a striking aged look, exceptional tonal properties and a one-of-a-kind sonic character. Each Paoletti is handmade in Tuscany and combines vintage-inspired design with the unique resonance of barrel wood — an instrument with a real story behind every grain.
Paradox is a Greece-based manufacturer of guitar and bass hardware, specializing in CNC-machined components made from advanced alloys such as 7075-T6 aluminum, phosphor bronze, and titanium. The company focuses on precision engineering and material-driven performance.
Discover the unparalleled quality and meticulous craftsmanship of Patrick James Eggle Guitars. Handcrafted with precision by Patrick and his small team of Luthiers in Oswestry near the England/Welsh border.
Over four decades of experience shine through in his designs, producing some of the highest quality set neck and bolt on guitars that money can buy. The wood choices in particular with Eggle separate their work from the pack, with lovely thin nitro finishes, peerless hardware and hand wound pickups too, there's no shortage of options in the Patrick James Eggle guitars line up.
PCProfiles offers profiles, captures and tone models of his extensive private vintage and boutique amp collection for Kemper, NAM, Quad Cortex and ToneX, .
Peavey Electronics was founded in 1965 by Hartley Peavey in Meridian, Mississippi, and grew over six decades into one of the largest and most diversified musical instrument and pro audio manufacturers in the world. Peavey's catalogue spans guitar and bass amplifiers, electric guitars and basses, PA systems, mixers, drums and recording gear — from the iconic 5150 amplifier developed with Eddie Van Halen and the Classic series tube amps to the Bandit, the ValveKing and the AT-200 auto-tuning guitar. Made in the USA in the company's flagship factories alongside global production, Peavey has equipped working musicians at every level for more than half a century.
Italian manufacturer of premium guitar accessories, including pedalboards, flight cases, mounting systems, and accessories, all designed and manufactured in Italy.
Pedaltrain was founded in Nashville in 2001 and effectively created the modern professional pedalboard category. With its lightweight, open-frame aluminium chassis design, riser-style construction and integrated hook-and-loop mounting, the Pedaltrain board has become the industry standard — used by countless touring professionals from every genre. The range covers everything from the compact Nano and Metro series for small boards to the large Pedaltrain Classic and Novo models for serious rigs, with matching soft cases and ATA-grade tour cases. Simple, durable, and built to last decades of touring.
Pereira guitar started with simple : to create something new and truly special—something I could proudly share with the world
Out guitars have their own identity unique Life to them
Boutique electric guitars & basses makers since 2013. Located in Valparaiso, Chile, Perinetti Guitars is recognized as a top-tier boutique guitar manufacturer, focusing on high-end instruments crafted from sustainable tone-woods from Patagonia.
PICK ME – custom: CUSTOM PICKS FOR GUITAR AND BASS – MADE IN GERMANY !
Based on good service, high quality printing and material, eco-friendly packs.
Different shapes, materials and thickness.
Customer roster: Helloween, Kreator, Powerwolf, EPICA, U.D.O, Destruction, Sodom, The Sisters of Mercy,
Yasi Hofer, Nico Schliemann and many more…
Since 2011, Pig Hog has been on a mission to make the toughest, most durable cables possible, at prices everyday musicians can actually afford. Oh, and they have to sound good too.
Pitbull Strings is a state-backed boutique guitar&bass strings manufacturing company. Pitbull Strings is the only registered trademark of guitar and bass strings in Turkey. The steps of all the production are designed and controlled with great precision. It is important to note that while producing our strings, we meet the expectations of the performers in the best way to produce appropriate tunes and longest possible usage of strings while addressing different musical styles. All the materials used in our products are the best quality combinations that are compatible with each other. All the strings were produced through a long R&D process and packaged with “VCI Anti Rust Package System”.
PJD Guitars was founded in 2010 by Leigh Dovey. The name PJD is dedicated to the memory of Leigh's late father, who was a prop maker for the Royal Opera House in London's Covent Garden.
Leigh started working with knowledge of woodworking picked up from his father and was fortunate enough to inherit his tools as well as a small home workshop.
Leigh spent his days working as a sound and video engineer at the Royal Opera House and his evenings honing his craft in guitar building. Leigh was fortunate early on to have the chance to work with some great artists, giving him the confidence to grow his skills.
Fast forward to 2017 and a move up to York to a bigger workshop, and for the past eight years Leigh has been putting his heart and soul into building the best instruments he's ever built. Today, PJD Guitars continues to grow, bringing more British handmade guitars to musicians around the world—always with a focus on craftsmanship, playability, and their distinctive voice.
PlugInz is a music lifestyle brand bringing the spirit of the stage and the look of iconic gear into everyday life. Best known for the Jack Rack, Pluginz blends form and function with a rock-inspired edge that speaks to musicians and fans alike.
Polin Guitars is a boutique custom guitar and bass builder based in Manchester, UK. Established in 2019 by Chris Polin, the brand draws on his background as a Ph.D experiment physicist and lifelong guitarist to combine scientific precision with intuitive craftsmanship and a player-first approach to instrument design.
Each instrument is built to order and collaboratively designed with the client, ensuring that every detail is tailored to their playing style and aesthetic vision.
Poly, Intuitive and creative instruments. This year Poly is showing Hugo, the Stage DAW.
The next-generation music production and performance DAW, Bitwig has always allowed you to realise any musical idea across every stage of creation. Linear and non-linear workflows, a flexible modular design, 100+ instruments and effects, and over 20GB of world-class sound content. Hugo now makes that a seamless hardware experience, where controls automatically appear on the 10 sturdy fknobs and a grid of MPE pads.
1000s of times the DSP performance of flagship guitar modellers means that the best sounding amps and pedals are easy to browse on Tone3000 or capture directly on Hugo and there’s no limit on your creativity. All our previous guitar pedals and eurorack modules are included in Hugo in an easy to use block board, including our award winning Verbs and our modular synthesis environment Beebo. Anything you want to create, the easy is easy, the hard is possible.
If you need more channels than the included 24 in and out, and 4 mic pres, you can easily add more with ADAT or audio over ethernet. AES67 Support (Ravenna, Dante, etc) means you can easily route audio to digital mixers or use Hugo as your mixer or your stage box.
Polyend is a Polish company founded in 2015 on a mission to create innovative music hardware. With advanced functionality and minimalistic design, Polyend’s devices inspire musicians to keep pushing the boundaries of their creativity.
Projekt Wormhole is back at the Guitar Summit. This time, the results of the "Guns to Guitars"-project will be presented: Electric guitars were built from walnut rifle stock blanks. Once again, Projekt Wormhole is following its basic idea of upcycling materials that would otherwise be doomed. With their interpretation of the biblical motto “swords into plowshares,” the project's guitar builders couldn't be more relevant these days.
Providence is a Japanese brand of premium guitar cables, effects pedals and signal-routing equipment, manufactured by Pacifix Ltd. Trusted by countless professional touring and studio guitarists, Providence cables are renowned for their transparency, dynamic response and rock-solid construction. The effects line covers overdrives, compressors, EQs, buffers, switchers and the famous Anadime Chorus, all built with the same obsessive attention to signal integrity. Made in Japan, designed for players who care about every detail of their tone.
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PRS Guitars -
Founded in 1985 by Paul Reed Smith in Annapolis, Maryland, PRS Guitars has grown from a single‑craft workshop into a globally respected maker of high‑end electric and acoustic guitars, basses and amplifiers. With a strong commitment to craftsmanship, innovation and tonal excellence, the company is headquartered in Stevensville, Maryland and serves musicians worldwide. 
PRS blends a deep respect for guitar‑building heritage with ongoing technological refinement. The result: instruments that combine uncompromised tone, outstanding playability and aesthetic beauty. Their continued mission emphasises listening, thoughtful change, and refining their craft. 
OUR MISSION STATEMENT
Guitar building is an ongoing process of discovery. We are devoted to the guitar’s rich heritage while committed to new technologies that will enrich our products with uncompromised tone, playability and beauty.
Believing this, we strive to build the best guitars and guitar products possible and to serve our employees, customers, suppliers and community with distinction.
PULSAR basses stand for outstanding sound, perfect playability, and a design that inspires—all at a fair price.
We combine state-of-the-art CNC technology with masterful craftsmanship. Each instrument is made from the finest woods, matched with high-quality pickups and top-of-the-line hardware, available with 4, 5, or 6 strings.
Our philosophy is clear: maximum quality without unnecessary extras that drive up the price. No endless list of custom shop options, but a well-thought-out modular system with sensible configuration options for every musical situation and every bassist.
All this means not only fair prices, but also manageable delivery times – without compromising on quality.
Quantum Industries - "Guitar vaults and gigbags, crafted by musicians for musicians. Welcome to Quantum Industries, where luxury meets innovation in the world of music."
Radial Engineering is a Canadian company based in Vancouver, British Columbia, and is widely regarded as the world's leading manufacturer of premium DI boxes, reamping tools, signal switchers and studio-grade audio interfaces. Founded by Peter Janis, Radial built its reputation on the legendary JDI and J48 active and passive DI boxes that have become an industry standard on stages and in studios worldwide. The range extends to the Tonebone effects loop interfaces, the X-Amp reamper, the SW8 backing-track switcher and the Workhorse 500-series rack — all built in Canada with engineering precision that professionals trust on every gig.
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From DI to Killer Guitar Tone. Recording, Reamping & Mic Placement
With the Ramírez G-Line, GEWA music presents a new generation of Spanish guitars – inspired by the more than one-hundred-year Ramírez tradition and family history – created for the musical demands of today. Few names are as closely linked to the history of the classical guitar and flamenco guitar as Ramírez. Over generations, the family has succeeded in shaping Spanish guitar making and creating a unique combination of craftsmanship, distinctive sound, and continuous development. The G-Line continues this legacy: developed under the supervision of the Ramírez family and manufactured in a specialized GEWA music-owned European production facility, it combines key principles of traditional Spanish guitar making with modern manufacturing expertise. Characteristic Ramírez design elements such as the R-Line bracing meet contemporary construction and distinctive aesthetic details. The result is an authentic Spanish guitar with its own character – versatile, accessible, and made for musicians who want not only to preserve tradition, but to experience it anew.
Randall Amplifiers is an American amplifier company founded in 1970 by Don Randall — the former Fender sales chief who had named the Stratocaster and Telecaster and built Fender's distribution network. Randall went on to define modern high-gain amplification, becoming particularly associated with heavy and progressive metal through long partnerships with artists like Dimebag Darrell of Pantera, Kirk Hammett of Metallica and George Lynch. The range spans iconic models like the Satan, the Diavlo, the RG series and the Thrasher, all built to deliver the kind of tight, articulate high-gain tone that defines modern metal.
Randon Guitars
Genuine!
Every genuine piece of wood used for our guitars was carefully selected before the manufacturing process. The storage in designated areas preserves the wood‘s flexibility and eliminates natural internal tensions.
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Since its founding in 1949, RCF has built an outstanding reputation as a leading specialist in microphone and transducer technology and as an innovation driver within Italy’s dynamic engineering industry. In the 1970s, the company gained international recognition for its high-performance loudspeakers, meeting the growing demands of the expanding concert industry.
In the early days of live sound reinforcement, the industry needed loudspeakers that were not only reliable and powerful, but also capable of delivering a full, musical sound in increasingly larger venues. At the time, Italy was at the forefront of technological development, with strong research facilities and large-scale manufacturing capabilities. RCF quickly became one of the defining brands in professional audio — supplying components to major manufacturers over the following decades and transforming the soul of music into dynamic, powerful sound systems.
In 2006, RCF took a major step forward by launching its own range of touring-ready high-end loudspeakers. These systems stood out through their clean, user-friendly, yet innovative approach: active designs with integrated DSP, remote control capability, and robust hardware built for reliability. This tradition of innovation and excellence continues today and is reflected across RCF’s portfolio — from large-scale touring systems and installation solutions to professional stage monitors designed to deliver confidence and clarity in live performance environments.
I'm guitar builder by heard. My personal philosophy is simply: Get lucky!
Building guitars is mere happiness for me and the same I like to evoke in
my customers while looking at or playing my guitars.
Red Panda designs and produces effects for experimental musicians, no matter what instrument they play. With a focus on digital signal processing (DSP), the company creates effects that warp and twist sounds without compromising the underlying musical quality and control. This approach is based on the philosophy of founder and chief designer Curt Malouin, who uses digital algorithms to develop effects that respond naturally and create an organic sound. Instead of directly reproducing analog circuits, the possibilities of hardware are fully exploited and new DSP technologies are developed to help musicians explore sounds. Red Panda is a Detroit-based company. Local, automated manufacturing improves product reliability and minimizes unnecessary monotonous work. Since Red Panda's market entry in 2011, musicians of all styles and instruments have discovered the effects pedal brand for themselves - and particularly appreciate the well-composed features, the efficient, intuitive user interfaces, as well as the high quality and unique character of the sounds.
Redwood Guitars – Quality at an Affordable Price
Redwood offers well-designed guitars, basses, and ukuleles aimed especially at beginners and budget-conscious players. Inspired by classic and modern rock designs, these instruments feature proven pickups and versatile sounds—from bright single coils to powerful humbuckers—making them reliable companions for practice and jam sessions.
Full range: session.de/redwood
REFERENCE CABLES
Established in Osimo (Italy)in 1989, REFERENCE CABLE S.R.L. is one of the leading AV CABLE MANUFACTURING companies in Europe and beyond, primarily known for its solid reputation in producing high quality cables in Professional MUSIC field. Our production is 100% MADE IN ITALY and features: cables, cable drums, stage box, DI box, connectors.The mission is to deliver products which improve efficiency and productivity in all Audio/Video/Lighting jobs, maximizing signal transfer, quality and reliability, and also providing highly customized solutions to meet any professional application task. All Reference Cable products are conceived and designed by a team of experienced audio engineers always focused on finding answers tailored both to professionals and amateurs specific needs, for maximum customer satisfaction, being always aimed at reaching and keeping high quality standards without cutting corners.
RENNSAU amplification designs and builds innovative, handcrafted tube guitar amplifiers in Germany. The focus is on modern circuit concepts, robust construction and clear signal paths, combining classic tube tone with contemporary performance requirements. All amplifiers are developed with a strong emphasis on playability, reliability and distinctive character.
Reunion Blues is a San Francisco-based company founded in 1976, specialising in premium leather and synthetic gig bags and cases for guitars, basses and other musical instruments. The flagship Continental Voyager series is widely regarded as among the finest gig bags ever made, with patented Flexoskeleton frames and serious protective construction that rivals hardshell cases at a fraction of the weight. Endorsed by countless touring pros and built to last for years on the road.
Revv Amplification is a Canadian amplifier and effects company founded in 2014 in Winnipeg by Dan Trudeau. Revv quickly built a reputation for tight, articulate high-gain tones with the flagship Generator 120 head and its successors. The brand also produces highly successful pedals like the G3, G4, G8 and Shawn Tubbs Tilt Boost — designed to capture the Generator's signature voicing in stompbox form. Designed and built in Canada, used by modern metal and hard-rock guitarists worldwide.
RHguitars, an Eindhoven (NL) based workshop where high end, custom, unique instruments are hand crafted to perfection. Electric boutique guitars; handmade with love, for you to enjoy!
RRichter Instruments is the redefinition of a custom shop. We create high-quality, custom-made instruments that inspire in appearance, feel, and tone. Innovative one-of-a-kind pieces are our strength. Each one is carefully and expertly crafted to fulfill every musician’s wishes. We use exclusively European and domestic woods as well as tonewoods whose sustainable cultivation can be traced from trunk to sound through FSC certificates. All other components are made in Germany – which is why our instruments rightly bear the “Made in Germany” seal of quality. This craftsmanship is our passion. Effective sustainability is our conviction. The sound of RRichter Instruments is our contribution.
Rickenbacker International Corporation, based in Santa Ana, California, holds a unique place in music history as the maker of the world's first electric guitars in the 1930s. Since then, Rickenbacker instruments have shaped the sound of generations: the chiming 12-string electrics defined the jangle of The Beatles and The Byrds, while the 4001 and 4003 basses became inseparable from artists like Paul McCartney, Chris Squire, Geddy Lee and Lemmy Kilmister. Every Rickenbacker guitar and bass is still built entirely in California, combining unmistakable design, distinctive sound and decades of uninterrupted heritage.
High quality Basses & Guitars since 1996.Our Vision:At Rinaldis Guitar Works, my goal is to provide bass & guitar players with the best performing, most innovative instruments of the highest quality, materials, and craftsmanship—instrumentss of exceptional tone and performance, equally at home in the studio as they are on the road. Each instrument is built, as if it were for my very own playing.A Rinaldis Guitar Works instrument is all about synergy, in how the various materials and components work, blend, and complement each other to create a rich, musical-sounding instrument. To our ears, every component interacts: the wood, electronics, hardware, finish etc.Our Mission:I carefully select and match components, most of which are custom made for / or by me. The result is a Bass or Guitar with a tone that is balanced and unique to that model.
Ritter Bags has been manufacturing gig bags since 1996 with one clear vision: protective bags can also be beautiful. Based in Switzerland and now part of Musica Nova AG, Ritter is regarded as one of the world's leading gig bag brands, offering protection for guitars, basses, brass, woodwinds and orchestral instruments. Every Ritter bag combines premium padding, ergonomic carrying systems and a wide range of colours and styles — from the everyday Davos series to the flagship Arosa line — so musicians never have to choose between protection and personal style.
Rivero Guitars builds custom instruments with a clear idea in mind: take what works, improve what can be better, and never lose the vintage feel that matters.
Premium materials are a given. Carefully selected woods, custom metal components, and custom hardware designed for both aesthetics and function. Every detail in the build has its place. Each guitar is built and adjusted for resonance and clarity, using internal sound chambers and structural choices, including the neck construction, to bring out the natural voice of the instrument.
Somewhere between vintage and forward-thinking. Familiar in the hands, but more alive, more responsive, more precise.
Shaped by those who value traditional luthiery and embrace engineering innovation.
Riversong Guitars is a Canadian acoustic guitar brand built on innovation, craftsmanship, and a deep-rooted passion for music. Founded by luthier Mike Miltimore, the company emerged from decades of hands-on experience in guitar repair and custom builds at his family’s music store in British Columbia.
Driven by a desire to rethink traditional guitar design, Mike developed Riversong’s signature approach—most notably the patented Adjustable Neck-Thru System™, which enhances resonance, stability, and playability. Combined with innovations like the Double Reaction Bridge™, Riversong guitars deliver a uniquely responsive and vibrant tone.
What started as an experimental concept has grown into an internationally recognized brand, with artists such as Eric Church and Priscilla Block performing Riversong guitars on major stages including the Grand Ole Opry. In 2022, the brand received the MMR Dealers’ Choice Award for Acoustic Guitar of the Year, marking a milestone as the first Canadian company to earn this distinction.
Today, Riversong continues to push boundaries—expanding its lineup while staying true to its core values: sustainable production, locally sourced Canadian woods, and a commitment to quality, innovation, and community.
Roadrunner :
Founded in 1994 in Nancy, Roadrunner is a workshop dedicated to the creation of unique designs and handcrafted instruments.
Each piece is worked with care, in search of an authentic sound.
Our goals are simple: imagine inspiring instruments, combining the character of vintage with the sensitivity of custom made.
Guitars with a "real" sound from the first note, which grow with their musician.
As a leading global manufacturer of pedalboard solutions, RockBoard offers a comprehensive range of pedalboard sizes and matching accessories. For musicians at all levels of development, from those with just three pedals to those with a more extensive pedalboard setup, RockBoard offers a practical solution. With a compact, well-designed, and lightweight construction, as well as superior features, RockBoard provides musicians with a mobile and secure setup for their equipment. Thanks to cutting-edge technologies, new functions and more flexibility are added.
The RockBoard configurator is a digital platform that is unique in the world. It allows customers to design their own pedalboards based on the various Rockboards. The database offers a unique selection of thousands of effect devices with photos, connections, and data. Additionally, customers can add their own devices to the database.
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Rockinger Guitars - Established 1978
In Sachen erstklassige Pickups, Parts, E-Gitarren und E-Gitarren-Bausätze gilt Rockinger seit über vier Jahrzehnten als Institution. Gründe dafür sind sicher die bedingungslose Liebe zur Materie und das daraus resultierende handverlesene Sortiment. Beim Guitar Summit habt ihr die Chance, einige dieser Produkte persönlich in Augenschein zu nehmen. Dazu gehören auch Spezialwerkzeuge und allerhand ansprechendes Zubehör.
RockSo Music is a Netherlands-based retailer and European partner for selected Japanese boutique brands.
We present guitars, basses, effects, and accessories with a strong focus on craftsmanship, playability, and real-world usability for musicians.
Since 1960's Moon Wha inlay has been produced by the same family and exported worldwide with reputation.
We supply any designs of inlay by custom order. Moon Wha maufactures rosette, binding, pearl item, dots, pick guards and cow bone items, also many music instruments spare parts .Wecome to view our website: www.einlay.com, pls feel free to contact us by e-mail: einlay@naver.com or einlay@korea.com.
Sadowsky was founded in 1979 by master luthier Roger Sadowsky in New York City, and quickly became one of the most respected names in professional bass guitar manufacturing. Roger's preamp-equipped instruments — based on classic J-style and P-style platforms but voiced for the studio and the stage — have become the choice of session legends like Will Lee, Marcus Miller, Tal Wilkenfeld and countless others. In 2019 Sadowsky began a partnership with Warwick for European production of the MetroLine series, while the New York Series instruments continue to be hand-built by Roger and his team. Worldwide reputation, NYC pedigree.
We build guitars for people who feel before they think.
Imperfection isn't a mistake. It's personality.
Guitars aren't machines.
They're emotional objects.
They carry fingerprints, decisions, accidents, late-night ideas, frustrations, tiny victories and everything in between.
At Sambo Guitars, we're not chasing flawless surfaces. We're chasing instruments that feel alive.
The goal isn't perfection. It's resonance.
Santa Cruz Guitar Company has built a global reputation for extraordinary acoustic guitars crafted by hand in Santa Cruz, California. Founded by master luthier Richard A. Hoover, we've remained dedicated to instruments that are as visually stunning as they are sonically exceptional.
SANTANA
Santana Guitars are designed in Denmark.
The first model from Santana Guitars, officially hit the market in 1973. Professional and enthusiastic guitarists have contributed to characterizing both design and materials throughout the years.
Santana Guitars has carefully selected the types of wood used to create the instruments, to meet the climate in Northern Europe and Scandinavia, where the humidity often is quite high.
Santana Guitars are quality guitars with a nice warm sound at extremely reasonable prices. Dan Music Partner is both a manufacturer and distributor of Santana Guitars. Don’t hesitate to contact us if you have any questions or inquiries regarding Santana Guitars.
Schatten Design is an innovative Canadian company specialising in original handmade acoustic pickups, founded and based in Waterloo, Ontario. The range covers tailored pickup solutions for acoustic and classical guitar, banjo, resonator, mandolin, violin, piano, bouzouki, upright bass and countless other folk instruments. Highlights include the Dualie soundboard pickup, the HFN active range, the BJ02 banjo pickup and the RB-2 upright bass system. Schatten's mission is simple — to build pickups that allow the true sound of an instrument to come through. Used by performers and instrument makers worldwide.
Schecter Guitar Research was founded in 1976 by David Schecter in Van Nuys, California, originally producing high-quality replacement parts for existing guitars. The first complete Schecter instruments followed in 1979, with players like Pete Townshend and Mark Knopfler putting the brand on the map. Today Schecter is one of the world's premier guitar companies, building electric and acoustic guitars, basses and amplifiers for players across more than 150 countries. The brand is known for its modern high-performance designs and a roster of artists including Disturbed, Avenged Sevenfold, The Cure, Papa Roach and Zakk Wylde.
Acoustic bass guitars and classical concert guitars are individually made and completely handcrafted. Each instrument is unique and therefore one of a kind. Selected tonewoods of the highest quality are matched to one another and the shape is perfect.
For Secret-EFX :
Secret EFX is an Italian hi-end pedal brand renowned for its commitment to excellence, merging the best of the guitar tradition with the innovation of the boutique manufacturing.
Focused on developing original circuit design and producing sturdy, easy-to-use pedals, Secret EFX ensures every detail is meticulously taken care of – from its conception to the final product test.
Each unit is engineered to deliver outstanding performance and a distinctive sonic experience, enabling musicians to discover and explore new sound nuances and possibilities. With an unwavering dedication, Secret EFX continues to push the limits of creativity, offering pedals that stand out for their quality, reliability, and unique tone.
session - the largest music house in the Rhein-Main-Neckar area
Expert service, advice and tens of thousands of instruments and the right equipment ready to play and try out await you in our branches.
session in Walldorf in Baden and in Frankfurt am Main offer a comprehensive selection of guitars of all classes on exhibition space of around 3,000 m², from the beginner's concert guitar to the noble custom shop one-off.
We are widely known for our selection and expertise in electric guitar and bass, particularly in the field of custom shop instruments. As a top partner of top dogs like Fender, Gibson or PRS you will find the classics of rock history as well as exotics from boutique manufacturers like Dingwall, Haar, Sadowsky, Sandberg, Suhr, Nik Huber or Rock N Roll Relics. Of course you can also get excellent 4- to 9-strings from well-known manufacturers such as Charvel, ESP/LTD, G&L, Gretsch, Ibanez, Jackson, Rickenbacker or Schecter - in our range you will find the right equipment for every budget.
And of course friends of acoustic sounds won't miss out with us either. In addition to the Taylor flagship store, Martin or Lakewood are permanent fixtures in our range, as are perhaps less well-known but by no means less desirable brands such as Cuntz, Hanika or Eastman. And here, too, we serve a wide range, from handmade one-offs to children's guitars of all sizes.
Keyboard and wind instruments, drums and percussion, DJ, recording and PA equipment, lighting technology and accessories are of course also available to your band mates here!
In our branches you have the opportunity to get the best advice face to face from our expert staff. If it is not possible for you to visit us personally, our customer service is happy to help you by phone or e-mail.
Or you can visit our online shop at www.session.de where tens of thousands of musical instruments and suitable equipment await you – ready for immediate delivery! In our informative advice area, we also offer you help with all the smaller and larger stumbling blocks in the life of a musician.
Voggenreiter: the brand for budding musicians of all ages for over 100 years!
Voggenreiter Verlag is a modern family business with a comprehensive educational program for musicians of all levels. Many of the trend-setting Voggenreiter books have been recognized standard works in music education for many years. Whether it's a traditional textbook or specially developed training software, the pure fun of making music is always our top priority. But practicing and making music can only be fun if the equipment meets high quality standards. That's why our products are constantly being developed and optimized.
You can see and hear that.
Our SEVILLA concert guitars, LAKOTA acoustic guitars, VOLT ukuleles and VOLT equipment are characterized by the following quality features:
- inspiring sound quality
- high product safety
- optimal ergonomics, user-friendliness and modern design
Music makes you smart, music is fun, music makes you happy - with our instruction books and instruments you can enter the wonderful world of rhythms and melodies.
SHARK Instruments is a company that has turned a 20-year-old dream into reality. It was established in 2018 to produce the world's most advanced electric guitars and position itself as a distinguished brand. The partnership includes guitarist Cem Köksal, Bayram Tekçe, and Bahtiyar Balci.
As a result of a 5-year R&D effort, the company has consolidated its innovations in electric guitars under 6 main headings, applied for patents, and obtained patent protections.
Our company has finished constructing the first phase of its factory in Antalya, which requires a 4 million USD investment. It has also gone into full production of the most advanced electric guitars ever developed.
Shellex Musikparts specialises in high-quality replacement parts and components for electric guitars and basses. From bodies and necks to pickguards, hardware and custom assemblies, Shellex serves players, builders and repair shops looking for precise, carefully made parts to bring their projects to life. With a strong focus on quality and consistency, Shellex has become a trusted source in the European parts market.
Shergold Guitars is a British brand with roots reaching back to 1968, originally established by Jack Golder and Norman Houlder. Built in England, Shergold became famous for instruments played by artists like David Gilmour, John Entwistle and Mike Rutherford. Today the brand has been carefully reimagined for the modern player, with the Masquerader and Provocateur ranges combining classic British design cues with contemporary specs, premium pickups and refined playability — British heritage with a modern voice.
Silver Coin Straps are handcrafted guitar straps from the USA, designed to combine vintage-inspired aesthetics with serious comfort. Built from carefully selected leathers and durable hardware, every Silver Coin strap is made to look beautiful, feel great on the shoulder and last for years of heavy use. A favourite of working musicians who want a strap with character and quality to match their instrument.
Sire Guitars is a global guitar brand known for delivering professional-level instruments with exceptional value.
Designed in collaboration with world-class artists such as Marcus Miller and Larry Carlton, Sire guitars and basses are built to offer premium tone, playability, and craftsmanship at accessible prices.
With own factory, Sire Guitars combines modern production technology with strict quality control to serve musicians worldwide.
Skipper's Amps:
No compromises, no nonsense, just gear to rock. Skipper's Amps are sustainable straight forward handbuilt guitar amps. Circuits are extremely simplified just for the purpose. What is left is all you need, nothing more.
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Slick Guitars are the boutique-meets-relic'd creation of Earl Slick, the legendary session and touring guitarist best known for his long collaborations with David Bowie and John Lennon. Designed to feel like a road-worn favourite straight from the case, every Slick guitar is intentionally pre-aged, with a slim, comfortable neck profile and stripped-down vintage-style appointments. Models like the SL 60 (double cut with twin P-90s and wraparound bridge), the SL 56 (offset semi-hollow) and the SL PB bass deliver the look, feel and tone of a vintage instrument at a decidedly modern price.
Soldano Custom Amplification was founded in 1987 by Mike Soldano in Seattle, Washington, and almost immediately changed the landscape of high-gain amplification with the legendary Super Lead Overdrive (SLO-100). The SLO became the benchmark for searing, sustaining lead tones and earned its place in the rigs of artists like Eric Clapton, Mark Knopfler, Warren DeMartini and Vivian Campbell. Today Soldano continues to hand-build the SLO and a range of derivative models — Astro-20, ATR, Avenger — in the USA, each one carrying Mike Soldano's uncompromising approach to circuit design and construction.
SONICAKE founded by a bunch of music enthusiastic. We’ve been playing the instruments since forever, and we’ve been loving the instruments since forever. Years ago, the idea of starting a company, that makes quality musical instruments with decent prices, came to us. It took some time to gather the team, and get everything sorted out. And now here we are, SONICAKE!
Nowadays, millions of startups state they are going to make the world a better place. Come on! Let’s face it. It’s a cliché. We can’t promise to make the world a better place. But what we want to do is to AMPLIFY THE SONIC BEAUTY OF THIS WILD WORLD. And we want to with you, musicians and music lovers. We hope you can share this vision with us, and help us to make it happen altogether!
Why Choose Us
At sonicake.com, we offer you premium musical instruments accessories with innovative designs, excellent craftsmanship, and very decent prices, hitting the standardized benchmarks for the professional artists and creators, which making it approachable for anyone to start playing.
We offer premium services to all our customers: at sonicake.com, you can enjoy fast and free delivery. Shipments are available to most countries and regions. Our technical team will be available at all times, year-round. We also provide with a 1-year free warranty and 30 day return and exchange on all of our products. For more details, please refer to the Shipping Policy and Return Policy.
Souldier Straps are handcrafted guitar, bass and accessory straps made in Chicago, USA. The brand's signature is its vintage-inspired patterned webbing — sourced from authentic 1960s and 70s textile mills — combined with premium leather ends and rock-solid construction. Each strap is sewn in the Souldier workshop and tells a story through its unique pattern. Endorsed by countless artists who want a strap with real character and history behind it.
Soundscape Music Management accompanies guitarists on their way through the music business. Our focus is on individually tailored artist management, the organization of concerts and guest performances as well as the implementation of joint projects with experienced musicians.
We support classical guitarists as well as singer/songwriters and fingerstyle artists and are committed to offering them performance opportunities and development prospects. Our aim is to combine creative passion and economic aspects and to provide musicians with a stable basis for their work.
With experience and a reliable network, we promote sustainable live experiences and create space for personal and professional development.
Founded in 2005 by audio specialists in Boston, Massachusetts, who had previously worked at Analog Devices and Kurzweil Music, Source Audio soon conquered the music market with a groundbreaking innovation: the motion-controlled wireless Hot Hand Ring for controlling guitar effects pedals. This was just the beginning of Source Audio's mission to expand the world of audio effects through state-of-the-art sensor, network and DSP technologies. Regularly used by major musicians and honored with magazine awards, Source Audio pedals represent an immense variety of flexibly shapeable, high-quality sounds. With the introduction of the Neuro Desktop Editor and the Neuro App, a bridge to users' computers and mobile devices has recently been created. They can now control and adjust the effect devices via a mobile app or desktop software. This means that sounds can either be used simply in the live setup - or adjusted even more individually in the virtual world and shared with other musicians.
SP Custom Guitars was founded in 2002 by Spyros Panourgias with a mission to create unique guitars that blend aesthetics, performance, and sound. Over time, the company gained recognition for its dedication to excellence and innovation, earning a reputation both locally and internationally. Today, SP Custom Guitars is a leading guitar maker, continuing to inspire and connect people through music with instruments that are truly works of art.
Spector Basses was founded in 1976 by Stuart Spector in Brooklyn, New York, and redefined what a modern electric bass could look and sound like. The legendary NS design — with its sculpted, contoured body developed together with Ned Steinberger — set new standards in ergonomics and tone, paired with active electronics and neck-through construction. Spector basses have been the choice of players like Alex Webster (Cannibal Corpse), Doug Wimbish (Living Colour) and Ian Hill (Judas Priest). Today Spector produces a full range of basses from the US-built USA series to the Euro, Legend and NS Ethos lines, all sharing the same DNA: powerful sound, fast playability and timeless design.
SPIRA Guitars - Precision Craftsmanship for the Modern Metal Player
SPIRA Guitars combines boutique craftsmanship with the power and precision demanded by today's metal guitarists. Every instrument is built with meticulous attention to detail, offering fast playability, aggressice tonal response, and the stability required for high-gain environments and extended techniques.
Designed with the modern metal player in mind, SPIRA focuses on features that matter: sleek neck profiles for effortless speed, carefully voiced pickups that deliver clarity under heavy distortion, and tonewoods selected for tight low end, dynamic attack, and sustaining harmonics. Each guitar is handcrafted in small numbers, ensuring that every instrument offers a unique blend of character, performance, and reliability.
SPIRA Guitars represents a fusion of artistry and intensity - boutique instruments created not just to withstand the demands of metal, but elevate the player's expression, precision, and power.
SPIRA GUITARS -Crafted for tone. Built for metal.
Springer Guitars is dedicated to building amongst the finest electric guitars. Luthier and owner Mikael Springer has developped a neo-vintage approach with his own signature design, where sound, feel, attention to detail and customization meet at the highest level, providing the guitarist with the best possible tool for his musical expression.
The St-Professional was established in 1990 as a company specializing in the production of connections for professional audio.
Located in Recanati, a territory that has always linked to music, the company has also developed thanks to the deep craft skills that even today you can find all our partners.
The experience and professionalism of the previous owner, already developed in the fields of musical instruments before and then telephony, have enabled the company to develop important time in reaching goals in its field, thanks to investments in new technologies, innovation and improvement continuous.
Today, ST-Professional can boast international collaborations with the most prestigious brands in the industry. From our we have the ability to listen and understand the client's needs, now that more and more beyond the simple ability to make a product.
Quality, customization and service are the elements that best sum up the way we conceive of the "Made in Italy". The reliability and professionalism of our team, combined with a long and proven track record in the industry, guarantee us to get amazing results and have made over the years our success.
St. Matthew Guitar is a premium brand There is a desire to make high quality guitars accessible to everyone With our extensive expertise in high-end acoustic guitars
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Stagg
For 25 years, Stagg has been one of the world's leading manufacturers of accessories and musical instruments with its headquarters in Belgium. Now in the 2nd generation with Giovanna Baldocci as CEO.
Stax Guitars are bold, handcrafted electric guitars made in the USA. Vintage-inspired yet equipped with modern innovations and player-first design. They're known for ergonomic builds that deliver exceptional playability, quality, and versatility for both studio recording and stage performance. Each instrument is built without compromise. Stop by the Stax booth to try out our latest models, discuss your ideal setup, and chat gear with us!
Steelyjam Guitars is a Belgian brand of aluminium guitars and basses. A meeting between tradition and innovation, built around original designs and precision engineering. Steelyjam instruments deliver the benefits of aluminium: noiseless performance, better sustain and greater tone precision.
Italian manufacturer of handcrafted audio cables for musicians, assembled by hand using professional-grade components to ensure maximum signal transparency.
We have been in this market since 1988 and today, with our brand and our products, we try on every occasion to express style, industrial technique and creativity applied to the vast and complex world of bags, straps and accessories for musical instruments. A project that combines expert craftsmanship and creative sensitivity with the most innovative technologies and production processes, capable of guaranteeing beautiful, functional and absolutely resistant products. A productive formula of an Italian high industrial craftsmanship.
Madinter is a company dedicated to the selection and production of wood, parts and components for the manufacture of guitars and other musical instruments. Our mission is to supply the music manufacturing industry and any person or entity involved in the construction of musical instruments. Madinter was established in 2001. Since then it has become a leading company in the sector and we distribute our products on 5 continents. Our customers include the most reputable brands of guitars. Our headquarters are located in Cerceda, Madrid from where we ship our products to more than 40 countries.
Since 2022 Madinter has become part of the StewMac family, a reputable American brand founded in 1968, dedicated to exploring, inventing and innovating new tools, products and ideas to make guitars look and sound their best.
Stradi instruments are handcrafted in Poland by master luthier Marek Dąbek, who has been building violins since 2002. His skills as a violin maker translate directly into Stradi's electric guitars and basses, which merge violin-inspired design with modern innovation. Every instrument is built from locally sourced woods, carbon fiber reinforcements and original pickup systems, often combining magnetic and piezo electronics. The result is an unmistakable visual identity — flowing lines, exotic tops and decorative inlays — paired with clarity, balance and emotional response. Stradi instruments have gained international attention through models like the Symphony bass and the Stoner fretless series.
Strandberg Guitars is committed to innovation and has a history dating back to 1982. We continuously strive towards new solutions that address the needs of guitarists today with the global musician community is engaged in the design process.
We are based in Uppsala, Sweden, and craft our instruments by hand where “feel” is required and by CNC where precision is required. The .strandberg* brand represents ergonomics, playability, quality, innovation, and design in an excellent-sounding package.
Strymon officially began in 2009 with the launch of the all-analog OB.1 compressor pedal, and it’s been a whirlwind of activity ever since. Many Strymon products have redefined or even created entirely new market segments over the years, with products like BigSky, TimeLine, Mobius, Zuma, Flint, El Capistan and Volante becoming household names the world over.
Our goal is to empower musicians with technology that feels effortless – with feature-rich products that are easy to use and sound amazing right out of the box, allowing you to make YOUR music quicker and better than ever. We sweat the little stuff so that you don’t have to, refining the products we make to ensure that you’ll be delighted to use them for as long as you’re making music. We hope you’ll stick around and keep an eye on us, as there is always more to come!
High quality electric guitars inspired by traditional Japanese woodcraft.
Made in Germany using local hardwoods and local components.
STS Guitars - Sound Through Sustainability
Suhr Guitars was founded by master luthier John Suhr, whose career includes work for Pensa-Suhr in New York and as a senior master builder at the Fender Custom Shop. Today Suhr Guitars, based in Lake Elsinore, California, builds some of the most refined modern electric guitars and basses in the world — Classic S, Classic T, Standard, Modern, Modern Plus and signature models with players like Pete Thorn and Mateus Asato. Beyond instruments, Suhr also produces highly regarded amplifiers (Badger, PT, SL series) and a respected line of effect pedals. Boutique precision, on every level.
Surfy Industries is an Italian manufacturer of analog guitar effects and accessories to mainly recreate the sounds of classics from the 60s. They are currently the world's premier manufacturer of spring reverb units.
I build modern instruments from the finest materials, incorporating many special features found only on the best instruments. I've developed several technologies, such as laser-cut invisible fret slots and aluminum/wood electronics cavity covers with flip-opening mechanisms. Combined with perfectly rounded frets, various forms of LED lighting (side dots, logos, etc.), and other features, I can build the instruments on the highest level.
Tube Amp Doctor Musikhandels GmbH (TAD) trades, develops and produces components and accessories for tube amplifiers and supplies private customers in the retail sector and specialist dealers, service companies and production companies in the wholesale sector.
TAD is the official exclusive distributor for Accutronics (Reverb), CAIG DeoxIT, Celestion, Jensen Speaker and PSVANE.
Other brands in distribution include Belton, Electro-Harmonix, FANE, Gold Lion, JJ-Electroncis, KR-Audio, Mojotone, Shuguang, Sovtek and TungSol.
TAD products are available worldwide through a distribution network in Europe, North America, Asia and Australia.
TAD emerged in 1993 from the sole proprietorship of Andreas Hecke, founded in 1989, and is an owner-managed family business.
Synergy Amps offers a unique modular tube amplification system that lets players swap between authentic recreations of legendary amplifiers through interchangeable preamp modules. Each module is officially licensed and developed in collaboration with the original amp builders — including modules based on Soldano SLO, Friedman BE/HBE, Bogner Ecstasy, Diezel VH4, Engl Powerball and many more. With both rack-mount and floor-pedal hosts available, Synergy delivers studio-quality tube tone with the flexibility of a multi-channel rig in a fraction of the space.
T-REX is a Danish brand for guitarists and bassists that manufactures effect pedals and accessories. The range includes, among others, overdrive, reverb, delay, boost, tape echo, compressor, octaver, tuner and wah.
I'm guitar builder by heard. My personal philosophy is simply: Get lucky!
Building guitars is mere happiness for me and the same I like to evoke in
my customers while looking at or playing my guitars.
Takamine is a Japanese acoustic guitar brand established in 1962 at the foot of Mount Takamine in Sakashita, Japan. Over more than six decades the company has earned a worldwide reputation for the consistency and tonal quality of its instruments, and especially for pioneering professional-grade acoustic-electric guitars. The Palathetic pickup system and the CT preamps have made Takamine a benchmark for stage-ready acoustic amplification — used by artists including Bruce Springsteen, Jon Bon Jovi, Glenn Frey, Garth Brooks and many others. The range spans everything from the Pro Series Japanese-built instruments to the accessible G Series, all carrying the same Takamine commitment to playability and amplified tone.
Headquartered in El Cajon, California, Taylor Guitars was founded in 1974 by Bob Taylor and Kurt Listug. The two first met while working at a hippie guitar shop in San Diego called the American Dream and partnered to buy the business when owner Sam Radding announced he was selling the shop. Though young when they started (Bob was 19, Kurt was 21), their shared passion for guitar making, along with their gritty resolve to make a living doing what they loved, nurtured the company’s gradual transformation from a struggling shop into the leading global manufacturer of premium acoustic guitars.
Today, Taylor employs over 1,200 people and produces hundreds of guitars per day exclusively in two factory complexes in the U.S and Mexico: El Cajon, California, and in Tecate, Baja California, Mexico. (Taylor does not manufacture any guitars in Asia.) The company maintains an active dealer network, with Taylor guitars sold through hundreds of retail locations in North America and with international distribution to 60 countries, including a distribution warehouse and factory service center in the Netherlands.
TED :
Aluminum guitars made in France! Ted Guitars, was born out of passion for the guitar and inventing objects. The concept took shape through the desire to offer a very unique product: an aluminum guitars hundred per cent made in France. In the quest for excellence, Ted has crafted a philosophy that combines the bespoke know-how and resourcefulness of its partners (all based in France) with innovation and respect for the environment, making Ted Guitars the most French of aluminum guitars. When you buy a Ted guitar, you have in your hands a unique object, in tune with a state of mind and a new vision of the world.
Teenage Engineering is a Swedish consumer electronics and music company founded in 2005 and based in Stockholm. The brand is internationally celebrated for its bold industrial design and instruments that blur the line between toy, synthesizer and studio tool — from the iconic OP-1 portable synthesizer and the OP-Z multimedia sequencer to the affordable Pocket Operator series. With its distinctive minimalist aesthetic and uncompromising attention to detail, Teenage Engineering has built a devoted following among producers, sound designers and electronic musicians worldwide.
Temple Audio was founded in 2014 in Toronto, Canada, and has redefined the modern pedalboard with its signature Templeboard system — a stylish, rigid aluminium board with the unique Quick Release plate-mounting system that lets players swap pedals without touching velcro. Temple's line also includes premium soft cases, hard cases, ATA flight cases and a growing range of pedalboard accessories. The result: pedalboards that look as good as they perform, used by touring pros and serious enthusiasts worldwide.
We are Thermion. We combine the punch and warmth of analog circuits and the versatility and portability that modern active musicians demand. Thermion was founded in 2012, starting as a technical service for vacuum tube amplifiers in the area of Albacete, Spain. Thermion's vision of analog tone is forged among classic tube amplifiers and the motivation to reflect those tones in portable versatile equipment comes from lessons learnt as a touring musicians.
One vision
Pure analog equipment, open to modern versatility. Carried by this dream, we created pieces of equipment like the Zero Dynamic Hybrid Floor Amplifier, Freeway Analog Interface amplifier, all our preamplifiers, like Gasoline and Heartbreaker and all our effects pedals are state of the art analog technology that musicians use every night for their shows, granting them reliability and warm tones.
We’re local
All Thermion's creations are hand manufactured in-house in our workshop. Our pedals are covered with Aerospace grade printing aluminum boards, manufactured with the same techniques as used for commercial and military aviation. We rely on local and national craftsmen for various machining, screen printing and powder coating techniques, creating unique, exclusive and precise pieces of equipment. Nothing compromises the tone and reliability of a Thermion creation.
Reduce, reuse, recycle
Our hand manufacturing minimizes waste and optimizes the amount of energy used in the process. Our packaging is plastic-free and is entirely made of recycled and recyclable materials. The screen printing of our cardboard boxes is done by hand with a spray stencil to minimize the amount of paint and machinery needed in the process. We reuse non-recyclable items such as discarded PCB boards as raw material for our city's local knife industry.
Since 1919, Thomastik-Infeld has inspired ambitious musicians around the world to rediscover their joy of making music time and again.
With a love for sound and curiosity about what is still possible, Thomastik-Infeld develops strings for guitar players of all genres who want to keep listening, experimenting, and discovering new sonic worlds. With inventive spirit, innovative strength, and over 100 years of experience in developing strings for string instruments.
Because at Thomastik-Infeld, strings are more than strings. They are part of a sonic journey that never ends. A search for new colors. New expression. Your own sound.
THORN SOUNDLABS, established in 2021, is a Nashville-based designer of premium effects pedals. The company was born in the heart of 'Music City', where Nashville's rich musical heritage and creativity provided the perfect backdrop for a collective of engineers, seasoned touring musicians, industry veterans, and passionate tone enthusiasts to come together. United by a shared vision, they set out to redefine effects pedals, not by creating "just another overdrive pedal", but by crafting tools that inspire and shape sonic exploration. Thorn pedals are not just accessories, they are instruments in their own right. Each pedal delivers a dynamic, responsive and timeless sound. Each pedal is carefully crafted from the finest materials and components, underscoring an unwavering commitment to quality and sonic integrity. Excellence is not just the goal—it's the standard. From initial design to final assembly, every detail is considered to meet the exacting standards of discerning musicians. Beyond the products, commitment to customer satisfaction drives everything THORN SOUNDLABS does. They don't just serve customers; they build relationships, listen intently, and ensure that every interaction leaves you inspired and confident in your craft. THORN SOUNDLABS relentlessly pursues sonic perfection, providing musicians with effects pedals that deliver classic tones with unparalleled control and creativity. For THORN SOUNDLABS, sound is not just sound – it is art.
The product range includes a variety of effects pedals, including compressor, tremolo, distortion, overdrive, fuzz and booster. Unique features include new damping and headroom controls. When it comes to analog distortion pedals, such as fuzz or overdrive, the power supply voltage plays a critical role in shaping your tone. THORN SOUNDLABS embraces 9-18V power options because higher voltage doesn't just power your pedal. Higher voltage means more headroom, which translates to a cleaner and more dynamic signal before distortion kicks in. The increased headroom provides a broader tonal palette, responding more naturally to the playing dynamics and delivering a richer harmonic content and an overall more open and airy sound and reduces unwanted compression that can muddy your tone, especially when stacking effects.
Possessing eight or ten strings and covering a range of just over five octaves, Touch Guitars® are highly dynamic universal instruments. They function equally well in melodic or chordal roles and are more than capable of performing both functions simultaneously. Crucially, although Touch Guitars® are specifically designed for the polyphonic two-handed touchstyle approach (familiar from the work of Michael Hedges, Tony Levin, Eddie Van Halen, Stanley Jordan, Tosin Abasi, Trey Gunn and many others) they are equally suitable for all other existing guitar, bass guitar and lute techniques – plectrum picking, fingerpicking, strumming, slapping and beyond.
At TKL, we understand how much you cherish your instrument. That is why we cherish the opportunity to build a world-class case for it.
TKL® Products Corp. is the leading supplier of hard and soft cases to the world’s music makers, retailers, distributors and manufacturers.
TKL is the preferred OEM case supplier to the music industry. Its patented, innovative features, impeccable quality and continuously evolving designs meet the stringent demands of legendary instrument makers, including CF Martin®, Collings, D’Angelico®, Fender®, Fodera, Gibson®, Gretsch®, Guild®, Heritage ™, Ibanez® and Ovation®.
Founded in 1984, TKL is a second generation, family-owned company with headquarters, R&D and manufacturing in the Richmond, Virginia area and numerous partnerships throughout North America and around the world.
Toaster Cables produces handmade braided instrument cables in Zurich, Switzerland. Combining high-quality conductors, precise assembly technique and an advanced shielding design, every cable delivers sparkling highs, balanced mids and deep, punchy lows — honest, accurate and uncoloured. The signature textile braiding is robust, easy to grip and stage-proof, while the custom colour combinations make each cable a personal statement. Trusted by touring artists including Eagles of Death Metal and The Picturebooks, Toaster Cables are built to last in both studio and live use.
Tom Anderson Guitarworks was born out of Tom’s garage in 1984, as a pickup and guitar parts (necks and bodies) business. After making pickups, guitar bodies, and necks for other builders, we started building complete guitars and moved into a small shop in 1985. From those humble beginnings to our current state of the art facility, our mission and vision stays the same: we're a small American company dedicated to creating the world's finest feeling, playing and sounding electric guitars.
Tone King Amplifier Company was founded in 1993 by Mark Bartel in Baltimore, Maryland, with a singular focus: capturing the soul of classic American tube tone in modern, reliable amplifiers. The Imperial, Sky King and Falcon models are renowned for their lush cleans, dynamic touch response and built-in attenuation that lets the amp shine at any volume. Hand-built in the USA with point-to-point wiring, carefully selected components and Mark's distinctive blend of vintage voicing and modern reliability, Tone King amps have become a favourite of studio and touring guitarists who chase authentic vintage character.
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The ToneWoodAmp2 is a device designed to give your acoustic guitar great sounding effects, without an amplifier! It attaches to the back of a guitar using magnets and uses unique vibration technology to add reverb, delay, chorus and tremolo to your guitar. No amp, no cables, no effects pedals, yet all the same benefits.
Possessing eight or ten strings and covering a range of just over five octaves, Touch Guitars® are highly dynamic universal instruments. They function equally well in melodic or chordal roles and are more than capable of performing both functions simultaneously. Crucially, although Touch Guitars® are specifically designed for the polyphonic two-handed touchstyle approach (familiar from the work of Michael Hedges, Tony Levin, Eddie Van Halen, Stanley Jordan, Tosin Abasi, Trey Gunn and many others) they are equally suitable for all other existing guitar, bass guitar and lute techniques – plectrum picking, fingerpicking, strumming, slapping and beyond.
We are a European manufacturer specializing exclusively in custom guitar picks. Since 2011, we have produced tens of thousands of picks every month for musicians, bands, and music brands worldwide. Our products are used by both professional artists and independent musicians, from studio recordings to live performances.
Our company is based in Europe, and many of our clients are from Germany. We also supply custom guitar picks to numerous exhibitors at Guitar Summit. The entire production process — from raw material and design to the final print on the pick — takes place in Europe, in Poland.
I am convinced that our products will perfectly fit the theme of the trade fair and will enhance its offering in an interesting way.
TREMOLINE Ltd. is specialized in research and development, design, engineering and production of ORIGINAL and INNOVATIVE Guitar Tremolo systems and hardware.
The company is family owned, founded by Teodor Maslarov who is an engineer (MSc degree in mechanical engineering at Technical University-Sofia), inventor (granted patents in the USA, Germany …), and self-taught enthusiast guitar player.
OUR MISSION is the achievement of BETTER PERFORMANCE through real constant improvements in two directions - MORE CONVENIENCE and SOUND QUALITY.
Tremoline FT36 is the only Flat Top Fine Tuning Double Locking Tremolo system.
True Temperament® is a Swedish innovation company redefining how stringed instruments sound and feel. Known for its patented squiggly fret technology, True Temperament delivers dramatically improved intonation and tonal balance across the entire fretboard—without changing the musician’s technique. Trusted by leading guitar and bass manufacturers and used by professional artists worldwide, True Temperament brings precision engineering with musical expression, setting a new standard for modern fretted instruments.
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Tube Amp Doctor Musikhandels GmbH (TAD) trades, develops and produces components and accessories for tube amplifiers and supplies private customers in the retail sector and specialist dealers, service companies and production companies in the wholesale sector.
TAD is the official exclusive distributor for Accutronics (Reverb), CAIG DeoxIT, Celestion, Jensen Speaker and PSVANE.
Other brands in distribution include Belton, Electro-Harmonix, FANE, Gold Lion, JJ-Electroncis, KR-Audio, Mojotone, Shuguang, Sovtek and TungSol.
TAD products are available worldwide through a distribution network in Europe, North America, Asia and Australia.
TAD emerged in 1993 from the sole proprietorship of Andreas Hecke, founded in 1989, and is an owner-managed family business.
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Handmade Tube Amps "Made in Germany"!
Besides our Standard Products, we're happy to customise any amp for your personal needs.
Just visit our Booth and talk to us... and we also have M&Ms and other treats to snack on...
Tubesteader designs and builds high-voltage tube preamp pedals based on real tubes and classic amp circuitry. Handbuilt in Canada, they deliver an authentic amp-like response in a compact format.
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Whether you’re pushing the limits of modern cabinet emulation or extracting every last ounce of tone from a tube amplifier, Two notes Audio Engineering stands at the centre of the conversation. Founded in 2008 and based in Montpellier, France, Two notes designs and manufactures industry-leading reactive load boxes, attenuators, digital cabinet emulation systems, software-based tone solutions, and pedal-format preamps — all built with one clear objective: to give players absolute control over their tone without compromise.
TYMA:
TYMA Guitars (Touch Your Miracle Acoustic) was founded by Mr. Huang Zhenxi and manufactures instruments for the ambitious guitarist with a group of luthiers with many years of experience.
The TYMA brand focuses on research and development, innovation, refinement and high quality, aiming to create world-class products and brands. Huang Zhenxi: “We are committed to providing high quality and affordable acoustic guitars to consumer groups such as global music lovers and professional musicians. TYMA guitar craftsmen insist on treating every guitar with the spirit of craftsmanship.”
After TYMA upgraded its production line to the 2.0 craftsmanship era in early 2020, it has become a technical benchmark brand in the domestic guitar industry, leading a new standard for guitar making. Zhenxi: “The pursuit of perfection is endless, craftsmen & musicians, let's create sounds together!”
For five years, the Danish distributor “Dan Music Partner” from Grenaa has been responsible for the distribution of TYMA products in Europe. In Denmark, Sweden and Norway, the TYMA brand has already become an integral part of the musicians based there, and since February 1, 2024, a German branch of Dan Music Partner has also been active.
The portfolio of TYMA guitars ranges from Baby/Mini Jumbos, Drednoughs, Grand Auditorium, OM, Parlor and the V-Series. Each guitar comes with a bag, pick up system, strap and cleaning cloth. There are guitars with a solid top and laminated back/sides, as well as all-solid guitars (these are supplied with a case!). An overview can be found at www.tyma-europe.com.
Tyrone Guitars was founded over a two-year development phase in close collaboration with German master luthier Michael Götz. The aim was clear: a series of all-solid acoustic guitars made from carefully selected, high-quality woods and manufactured in Europe. The range features certified Swiss alpine spruce tops paired with American walnut, padauk, rosewood and unusual tonewoods like yew, kingwood or lauro preto — all hand-selected by Tyrone before production to ensure consistent standards in quality and sound. The result: refined, characterful instruments with serious tonal credentials and a strong European pedigree.
Udo Roesner Amps is the personal brand of legendary German amp designer Udo Roesner — co-founder of AER and one of the world's foremost acoustic amplifier developers with more than 30 years of experience. The brand's flagship Da Capo 75 is a 2-channel, 75-watt acoustic combo with a custom twin-cone speaker, analogue preamps and a Class A/B analogue power section, designed to deliver more low end and a more transparently mellow midrange than any other compact acoustic amplifier. Endorsed by Tommy Emmanuel and trusted by acoustic professionals around the world, designed at MARco-labs in Germany and France.
Welcome to our booth at the Guitar Summit! Dive into the world of underdog and experience how our tech products revolutionize your performance. Whether powerful guitar riffs or precise harmonies – with us, you'll find the equipment that unleashes your creativity and elevates your music to the next level. Let our innovations inspire you and discover how underdog can rock your stage. Here, musicians' dreams come true – direct, honest, and full of passion. Get ready to bring out the best in your sound. Let's rock!
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Universal Audio creates premium amp emulator & effects pedals, audio interfaces and UAD plug-ins that are delivering iconic studio sound to musicians and producers worldwide. With authentic amp emulations and high-end processing, UA brings powerful tone and creative flexibility to both stage and studio.
Unquendor Guitars
At Unquendor Guitars, creating a guitar is about bringing a personal story to life. Every handcrafted instrument I make comes from a vision, realised through careful craftsmanship and attention to detail to reflect the needs, wishes, and often long-cherished dream of a guitar player. I’d be happy to welcome you at our booth at the Guitar Summit, where you can explore a selection of guitars and try them yourself to experience how they feel and play.
Valeton: Valeton is a new brand offering fresh designs for musicians looking for quality gear for every style, setting, and genre. After over 10 years of experience designing and building MI products for other brands, the Valeton team has now come together as a single company, offering a new catalogue of original designs: affordable, performance quality tools.
VanderMeij Guitars was founded in 2015 by luthier Koen van der Meij (1989). He was able to combine both his passions, woodworking and playing guitar, during his education on the Amsterdam school for woodworking, graduating with both an acoustic and electric guitar.
Having fallen in love with the craft of making guitars, Koen continued to build electric guitars besides his daytime job in the wood trade. He eventually applied for an internship at a renown Dutch bass builder where he learned all ins and outs of fine instrument building.
After several builds led to inquiries for custom guitars and the first prize at the Dutch guitar builders meeting, Koen realized he wanted to take the leap: the smal shed he worked from was not sufficient anymore. In January 2015, Koen found a workshop in Amsterdam and VanderMeij Guitars was officially founded. In 2020 another milestone was achieved by exhibiting at NAMM and quitting his daytime job at another renown Dutch guitar brand.
In 2021 the workshop was moved to a bigger more professional workshop close to Amsterdam. With a production facility downstairs and an assembly room, office and showroom upstairs, this shop will be sufficient for the next years to come.
Right now VanderMeij Guitars offers three guitar models made 100% in the Dutch custom shop: the superstrat Magistra, headless Medusa and X-shape Fleshweaver. And a bass: the Maximus. In 2025, Koen started winding his own pickups, releasing the Fleshweaver pickup with Nouri Yetgin as the first seperately sold pickup. In 2026 another pickup will be released.
Vemuram is a Japanese boutique effects manufacturer best known for the Jan Ray and Shanks 4 Knob overdrives — pedals that have become benchmarks of transparent, dynamic tube-style overdrive. Hand-built in Japan with premium components and obsessive attention to detail, each Vemuram pedal delivers the kind of musical, touch-responsive break-up that has made the brand a favourite of artists like Josh Smith and countless studio session players. Refined, understated and uncompromising.
VËNUE is a platform for organizing live shows and tours. It connects artists, crews and venues in one shared workspace for communication, schedules, show information and documents. VËNUE replaces fragmented tools and messaging with a single source of truth for live operations.
Versoul was founded in 1994 and is a one man workshop, though Kari Nieminen has been building guitars for over 50 years. His experience, together with his Art and Designer background, has led to a unique attitude towards making instruments. Through meticulous study of classic builds, Kari has obtained an excellent base of knowledge of sound and construction.
While many guitars of today excel in technological design, His mission is to complement the centuries of tradition in guitar building with uniquely modern designs.
Versoul clients include: Keith Richards & Ronnie Wood The Rolling Stones, Pete Townshend & Roger Daltrey, The WHO, Billy F Gibbons & Dusty Hill The ZZ Top, Sierra Ferrell country artist and multiple Grammy winner, John Hanlon; Neil Young's producer & engineer, Kenny Burrell Jazz legend, Paul Carrack; Eric Clapton Band, etc.
We're a high-end guitar boutique with a focus on modern electric guitars and basses. Come visit our booth and try the most rare, crazy and high quality instruments! We'll also hunt for your dream guitar around the world!
If you're looking for a Very Nice Guitar... you're in luck!
We're looking for brands, artists and influencers to cooperate with, come have some coffee and let's chat!
Vidar Guitars is a one-man workshop run by Thore Frerichs in Hofbieber, Germany. After more than a decade in the live music industry as a tour and project manager, Thore started building electric guitars during the pandemic and turned his hobby into a full-time craft. Every Vidar instrument is handbuilt from carefully selected woods, premium hardware and custom pickups — often developed in close collaboration with boutique partners. The focus is on uncompromising quality, modern playability and individual designs tailored to the player.
Our instruments are clearly inspired by some of the most iconic designs of the 20th century, not only in terms of materials and appearance, but in particular by the very clear and consistent principles of industrial design.
Keeping up this approach we introduced a set of innovative features, to redefine playability and tonal quality on a whole new level. That‘s why we call them the Vincent True Tone features.
Under the hood of a classic look, our innovative True Tone features make each Vincent an outstanding instrument. A Vincent will take you all the way from vintage to modern, providing superior sound and dreamlike comfort. It will give you the confidence of an agile, responsive tone that shapes well with your playing and sits great in any mix.
Vintage® is a British guitar brand founded in 1995 by industry veteran Trev Wilkinson and the John Hornby Skewes & Co. team. With Wilkinson's own designs and hardware engineered into every model, Vintage delivers classic-inspired electric, acoustic and bass guitars that punch far above their price point. The range spans everything from beloved ReIssued electrics to the ICON aged-finish series, Coaster beginner models, Vintage Acoustics and an extensive bass line-up. Vintage's combination of Wilkinson hardware, sensible specs and accessible pricing has made it a long-time favourite among players who want serious tone without serious cost.
We are a proud (not so) small, owner-driven manufacturer of high-end custom In-Ear-Monitors from Cologne, Germany.
With great love for detail, craftmanship and sound quality, we pour our heart into every single ear that we have the honor to equip with our products.
Expect experience, expertise and oustanding service for all musicians - may it be world stars or beginners hoping to become one. We treat everyone the best that we can :) Come visit us and get to know the products and the people behind them.
Voggenreiter: the brand for budding musicians of all ages for over 100 years!
Voggenreiter Verlag is a modern family business with a comprehensive educational program for musicians of all levels. Many of the trend-setting Voggenreiter books have been recognized standard works in music education for many years. Whether it's a traditional textbook or specially developed training software, the pure fun of making music is always our top priority. But practicing and making music can only be fun if the equipment meets high quality standards. That's why our products are constantly being developed and optimized.
You can see and hear that.
Our SEVILLA concert guitars, LAKOTA acoustic guitars, VOLT ukuleles and VOLT equipment are characterized by the following quality features:
- inspiring sound quality
- high product safety
- optimal ergonomics, user-friendliness and modern design
Music makes you smart, music is fun, music makes you happy - with our instruction books and instruments you can enter the wonderful world of rhythms and melodies.
J. Volkert Gitarrenbau is a German luthiery workshop building handcrafted acoustic and classical guitars with traditional methods and the highest standards of craftsmanship. Every instrument is built individually, with carefully selected tonewoods and meticulous attention to construction details that bring out the best of each piece of wood. The result: instruments with rich, balanced tone, outstanding playability and the unique character that only comes from true small-shop luthiery.
Voggenreiter: the brand for budding musicians of all ages for over 100 years!
Voggenreiter Verlag is a modern family business with a comprehensive educational program for musicians of all levels. Many of the trend-setting Voggenreiter books have been recognized standard works in music education for many years. Whether it's a traditional textbook or specially developed training software, the pure fun of making music is always our top priority. But practicing and making music can only be fun if the equipment meets high quality standards. That's why our products are constantly being developed and optimized.
You can see and hear that.
Our SEVILLA concert guitars, LAKOTA acoustic guitars, VOLT ukuleles and VOLT equipment are characterized by the following quality features:
- inspiring sound quality
- high product safety
- optimal ergonomics, user-friendliness and modern design
Music makes you smart, music is fun, music makes you happy - with our instruction books and instruments you can enter the wonderful world of rhythms and melodies.
Volumina Guitars is a premium handcrafted guitar company. Every Volumina instrument is designed and built in Austria and Switzerland, combining traditional luthiery with cutting-edge engineering to create guitars that deliver exceptional tone, stability, and performance. What sets Volumina apart is its innovative aluminium neck construction.
Voodoo Lab has designed and manufactured professional electronics for recording and touring musicians since 1986. Rugged, reliable and handmade from the finest components, every product is hand built one at a time in our Northern California facility. Created and built by musicians for musicians, all Voodoo Lab products deliver pure, richly detailed tones that can be heard on the biggest stages worldwide.
Whether you’re a stompbox junkie, or putting together the ultimate programmable rig that incorporates rack gear and vintage pedals, Voodoo Lab can help you achieve the sounds you’re looking for.
When it comes to sound quality, the Swiss cable manufacturer VOVOX is one of the top addresses. For more than twenty years, VOVOX has been supplying cables for guitars, pedalboards and loudspeakers, as well as complete cabling for recording and mastering studios.
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VOX is a legendary British amplifier brand whose AC30 — first introduced in 1959 — helped define the sound of British rock from The Beatles and The Rolling Stones to U2, Queen and Radiohead. Originally founded by Tom Jennings in Dartford, England, VOX is today owned by Korg and continues to build a wide range of amplifiers, from the all-tube AC15, AC30 and Custom series to the popular Cambridge and VT modeling amps, plus the famous Continental keyboards, the Wah-Wah pedal and the VOX Mini line. The unmistakable chime, jangle and breakup of a VOX amp remain a benchmark of British amplification.
Vuorensaku Guitars:
Vuorensaku Guitars T.Family Custom Guitars and Basses. The T.Family is a custom collection based on offset guitar and bass design by Master Luthier Saku Vuori. These are hand-crafted boutique instruments from Finland. Each individual is made by order. - Let's create the Tools for Rock'n'Roll!
Welcome to our family-run distribution service, which was founded on a passion for guitars and music. Hans- Peter Wilfer's initial experience with musical instruments was gained at Framus, his father's company. In 1982, at the age of just 24, he founded Warwick, a world-renowned bass manufacturer, and spearheaded the company's expansion of its product range.
His son Nicolas has been managing the company for several years. As a father-son team, the two bring decades of combined experience and a passion for music to support dealers and suppliers in the music industry. To this day, they have developed an extensive distribution program with a vast range of brands, from market leaders to insider tips.
Their mission is clear: "We offer reliable, personal, and efficient distribution solutions and ensure that every guitar, bass, music electronics, and accessory reaches its destination in perfect condition.
Join us on our journey to spread the joy of music."
Hailing from Toulouse, France, Walko Guitars merges avant-garde ergonomics with traditional craftsmanship. We specialize in high-end instruments designed to eliminate physical fatigue while delivering massive sustain.
Our collection, featuring the iconic Paulie and the futuristic Arsis/Marinka series, stands out with an average weight of 3kg (6.6 lbs). Every Walko guitar is powered by our in-house hand-wound pickups, ensuring a bespoke tonal identity that factory-made pickups simply cannot match.
Experience Walko Guitars at the Summit:
- Weightless Performance: Discover how our carbon-reinforced necks and premium tonewoods create the ultimate playing experience.
- Bespoke Electronics: Every pickup is hand-wound in our French workshop for a true "boutique" sound.
- Modern Heritage: From vintage-inspired soul to multi-scale headless precision.
Experience the weightless revolution. Visit us for a test drive.
Walrus Audio was founded in 2011 in Oklahoma City, USA, and has quickly become one of the most popular boutique pedal brands in the world. Combining characterful circuit design with striking, art-driven enclosures, Walrus produces a full range of effects including the Julia chorus/vibrato, Slötvå reverb, Mako D1 delay, ARP-87 multi-delay and the signature 385 overdrive. The brand also builds the Canvas series of utility pedals and the popular Mira optical compressor. Designed and assembled in Oklahoma City with passion, art and tone in equal measure.
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Wampler Pedals was founded by Brian Wampler in Indiana, USA, and has grown into one of the most respected names in modern guitar effects. From overdrives like the Tumnus, Pantheon and Plexi-Drive to delays, reverbs and the highly versatile Terraform multi-modulator, Wampler pedals are designed and built with the working guitarist in mind. Brian's reputation for honest, transparent circuit design and tireless online education has built a loyal following around the world. Made in the USA, voiced for real-world playing.
Warm Audio:
Warm Audio faithfully recreates the classic analog recording gear that has delivered music’s biggest hits. By taking a “no corners cut” approach to using premium components that match the tone & performance of the industry’s most elite & expensive gear and hand-testing 100% of their inventory in Texas for industry-leading quality assurance, Warm Audio makes it possible for more musicians and studios than ever to own legitimate versions of the most desirable studio equipment ever invented.
Washburn Guitars is one of the oldest American guitar brands, with roots going back to 1883 in Chicago. Over the course of more than 140 years Washburn has produced a remarkable range of acoustic and electric instruments, from pre-war parlour guitars to modern professional electric models. Today's lineup includes the iconic N-Series Nuno Bettencourt signature guitars, the Parallaxe series for modern rock and metal players, the Idol electric series and a wide range of dreadnought and parlour acoustic guitars. With more than a century of American guitar-making heritage behind every instrument.
Way Huge was founded in 1992 by pedal designer Jeorge Tripps and quickly became legendary in the boutique effects world for hand-built, large-format stompboxes like the Red Llama overdrive, Aqua Puss analog delay and Swollen Pickle fuzz. After a long hiatus, Way Huge returned under the Jim Dunlop umbrella with Tripps back at the helm, bringing his characterful, slightly off-kilter circuit designs to a new generation. Today the brand mixes faithful reissues with new creations, all carrying the unmistakable Way Huge signature.
"Looking Good & Sounding Great since 1984"
Wilkinson guitar hardware and Trev Wilkinson designs have been used worldwide on a vast number of varied brands for over 35 years. "Wilkinson" has become a go-to brand for players and builders alike adding renowned innovation, quality, and style to the guitar world.
Wilkinson Direct is very proud to be working closely with Trev Wilkinson and gaining all its hardware insight directly from the man himself continuing to grow the range and provide innovative new products.
Custom handpainted guitars and basses by Lisa Mikhtarian
I've been painting my whole life on various surfaces and following my love for music, I chose to specialize in guitar painting in 2022. I truly love the idea of painting on a object meant to create art and I hope my pieces inspire people to compose new wonderful music. I've been lucky enough to work on many unique creations for passionate musicians, the most notorious being Myles Kennedy (Alter Bridge, Slash) and Mattias IA Eklundh (Freak Kitchen). I'll be exhibiting a variety of my handpainted guitars to bring color to the world and a smile on your face.
Wylde Audio was born out of the long-standing career of Zakk Wylde, a guitar legend and influential rock guitarist. His experience, his uncompromising sound and his passion for exceptional guitars are channelled directly into every instrument. Since its inception, Wylde Audio stands for striking design, powerful tone and uncompromising stage performance, all of which are being tailor-made for the Black Label Society frontman and Pantera reunion guitarist.
Xvive specializes in making great sounding, reliable and affordable gear for musicians, producers, engineers and videographers. With world-class design engineers and passionate musicians on staff, Xvive combines decades of experience in analog and digital product design. Xvive was founded in 2014 (as Xvive Audio) by husband and wife team Nancy Lee and Fischer Mao. At the time, Fischer had the idea to develop a modern analog delay pedal. With the support of Howard Davis, the designer of the legendary Deluxe Memory Man, he succeeded in turning this idea into reality. In 2016, Xvive entered the wireless guitar amplifier market with the U2 Guitar Wireless System. The international success of the product established Xvive as one of the global market leaders in the wireless sector. They also paved the way for other wireless systems developed for microphones, in-ear monitors, MIDI and audio for video. Xvive's products are manufactured in Shenzhen with a globally distributed team under the strictest quality control standards. Xvive's cutting-edge product designers hail from various countries around the world, including Europe, North America and Asia. Xvive holds several patents in the field of wireless technology.
We supply high-quality tonewoods for electric, classical, acoustic guitars and bass. Our carefully selected woods offer excellent acoustic performance, stability, and consistency for luthiers and instrument makers.
Yamaha begann in den frühen 1940er Jahren mit der Herstellung klassischer Gitarren und erweiterte sein Angebot bis 1966, dem Jahr, in dem das Unternehmen begann, Gitarren international zu exportieren, auf elektrische und akustische Gitarren mit Stahlsaiten. Durch die Kombination traditioneller Handwerkskunst mit innovativen Technologien produziert Yamaha einige der meistverkauften Gitarren und Verstärker der Welt. Zur Yamaha Guitar Group gehören inzwischen auch die Marken Line 6 und Ampeg.
Handmade Concert guitars by the probably most renowned Chinese Master luthier Yulong Guo.
He has been building guitars for over 40 years and gained a worldwide reputation with his double top guitars.
Founded in the 1950s in a small workshop in Great Britain, Zemaitis Guitars has shaped music history like few other brands. Known for their distinctive Metal Front, Disc Front, and mother-of-pearl designs, the handcrafted guitars by Tony Zemaitis became the trademarks of rock icons such as Ronnie Wood, Keith Richards, Jimi Hendrix, and Eric Clapton.
Today, this British heritage continues with state-of-the-art precision and meticulous craftsmanship. The portfolio combines historic craftsmanship with contemporary manufacturing techniques – always with the aim of creating instruments that inspire both visually and sonically and serve musicians as tools for their creative expression.
Zuta Amps is a beyond boutique amplifier brand dedicated to pure tone, dynamic response, and uncompromising build quality. Designed for musicians who demand clarity, headroom, and musical feel, Zuta amplifiers combine classic analog principles with meticulous modern craftsmanship. The result is an honest, expressive sound platform that lets the instrument, the player, and the music speak without compromise.
