Currently we are making our long-scale electrics and semi-acoustics for direct sale and taking orders for our acoustic models. These are made by hand, one at a time, in order to focus on each individual instrument and clients needs. With increased demand for the acoustic models in particular we ask for a $600 initial deposit to maintain your place in the queue. In general a 12 month wait for our acoustic models is normal.
If you are considering ordering an instrument here is a guideline as to how the process usually goes:
1. Initial contact is made – usually via email, facebook or instagram
2. Details about your instrument are worked through to the point where construction can begin and a final price and timeframe is established.
3. A deposit of 50% the agreed price is required – this ensures that materials and hardware can be purchased etc. and work is begun!
4. As construction proceeds you will receive periodic updates and photos of progress.
5. Upon completion of your instrument the outstanding amount is paid and shipping arranged (DHL is our preferred international shipper).
6. You receive your instrument and start playing!
Our standard instruments are detailed with bone dot markers inlayed on the face and sides of the fretboard. Fretboards are usually (though not always) bound and instruments are hand finished with shellac and beeswax. If you desire something else in terms of inlay, detailing or finishing then please talk to us about your ideas.