XS Guitars
Can a guitar be your muse?
Guitars.
They motivate us with their potential, Inspire us with their capabilities, Seduce us with their beauty, Awaken us with bristly bright clarity, and Sooth us with warm soulful tones.
And for some, they define who we are and how we live. Those are the folks we build guitars for.
Each and every guitar we build is unique. How it feels, how it plays, how it sounds, how it looks.
As personal as a fantasy, the seduction begins with a glance and a promise of satisfaction.
Our creed:
"Passion over Production"
Photo: Dan Brother getting lost in the moment. Credit: Maggie Stahl
Great guitars don't happen by accident
What makes a guitar great?
The wood? The shape?
The pickups, pots, caps, wiring and switches?
What about the bridge and strings?
Can a nut influence the tone of an instrument?
How about the action? How it feels in your hands?
In a word "YES".
Every thing that touches or happens to a guitar is influential and considered during a build.
Grounded in tradition with an eye on the Future
We're always exploring new products and materials. While our guitars are beautiful, they are built to play well and sound great first. Anything new is prototype tested well before its considered for a real player.
It takes something special to deviate from what's tried and true.
For detailed builds and spec's visit the Gallery
Please Note
If you're interested in a custom built guitar please use the chat feature to send us a note. We'll be in touch.
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