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Some of our local builders
An exciting young Luthier named Lee
Leo Guitars......Just learning the craft
Lee Hyldig (Mae Lutherie) is an exciting and innovative young builder of very fine acoustic guitars. He has a unique style which is undeniable.
- Lee can be reached @ 250-889-2926.
Leo Guitars......Just learning the craft
Leo Guitars......Just learning the craft
Leo Guitars is just coming up out of the ground, and with the mentoring of very skilled artisans in the area, has hopes of one day joining the ranks of high quality builders.
- 250-893-8936
So much to learn from this man......Robert!
So much to learn from this man......Robert!
Robert Anderson is a very well known and respected Luthier, who thankfully now takes students on so he can share his wealth of knowledge and inspire future generations of builders
Emmet McCusker Guitars
So much to learn from this man......Robert!
Emmet plies his craft in the beautiful Cowichan Valley on the Island, and his guitars are outstanding testament to hard work and skilled craftsmanship. He is innovative and meticulous.
Hoss Guitars..... Alfred Hosokawa
Alfred Hosokawa has quietly been producing amazing guitars since 1972....he is widely known for his attention to detail and old world craftsmanship.
Joi Guitars....Reuben
Reuben Forsland is a truly incredible artist whose guitars are in the hands of some of the world's most famous players, because they are magnificent sounding and playing instruments.
Wyatt Wilkie
Wickland Instruments
Wyatt's arch top guitars compare with the very best in the world. He meticulously carves and molds the woods he uses to create stunning displays of what is possible with great patience and skills.
Reach Wyatt @ https://wilkiestringedinstruments.com
Wickland Instruments
Wickland Instruments
Grant Wickland lives in paradise on one of the fabulous gulf island, where he is inspired to build resonator guitars and banjos that are as awesome as the surroundings he toils in.
Dan Vincent Guitars
Dan Vincent Guitars
While Dan is technically not on the island, we could not omit his presence here on this site. His spirit and artistry are obvious in every one of the unbelievably beautiful guitars he builds.......They sound as amazing as they look!
- dan.vincent.714 on Instagram.
- Dan is on Facebook as well.
- Phone: 604-223-0278.
Bernard Funston
Dan Vincent Guitars
Funston guitars are unique masterpieces that will turn the head, and ear, of any discerning guitar player. Bernard is relatively new to the island, and brings with him energy and imagination which is always welcome in the craft.
Trevor (Vigilant Guitars)
Trevor has been building beautiful electric guitars and basses in Victoria since 2015. He uses new technology as well as old school techniques to turn out one of a kind guitars loved by the artists who play them.
searl guitars
Conor Searl has had guitars in his life always, and that is great for the rest of us, as it has lead him to the place he is now, which is building great guitars, and teaching students how to play them.
A few more builders we love
Dominelli Guitars
1985 Guitar Company
Marcus Dominelli is generally regarded as one of the very best builders living on the island. He has been the focus of the media and other builders as well, who are captivated by his style.
Marcus would love to hear from you at:
1985 Guitar Company
1985 Guitar Company
Graham Miller is the owner / operator at 1985 Guitar Company, and he is an honest, hard working, and refreshing young man who takes immense pride in all he does for this community.
Randy Catterall
Tucked away in a rural paradise in the Highlands area near Victoria, B.C., Randy has created some really superb guitars over the years. He is a very thoughtful intelligent builder, with a great eye for detail, and an ear for sound.
- 250-478-6306
Dave Baker
Harms Guitars (victoria)
Dave lives the Comox Valley area of the island and he is a master of jigs......not to mention he builds a fantastic guitar as well !! He has a shop the rest of us would die for, and uses it to create magic.
Fabrizio Alberico
Harms Guitars (victoria)
Harms Guitars (victoria)
Fabrizio lives right in the heart of the island, in a beautiful little city, famous for many varying things......but his claim to fame is the wonderful high end guitars he is able to coax out of the woods and materials he chooses.
Harms Guitars (victoria)
Harms Guitars (victoria)
Harms Guitars (victoria)
Specializing in custom handmade headless electric guitars, Harms Guitars combines the finest hardwoods, electronics, and hardware to make each build a unique and inspiring tool for the modern musician.
joe young guitars
joe young guitars
joe young guitars
Joe has quietly been building great guitars in the Qualicum Bay Area of beautiful Vancouver Island for years.....With decades of experience, Joe's guitars are fantastic examples, using some of the most beautiful and rare Tonewoods available.