Acoustic Range

Tonewoods

I am able to source and supply a huge range of tonewoods to suit any taste in sound or appearance, as well as budget. I am also able to give expert advice on wood choice.

Some examples:

• Indian Rosewood
• Maple/Sycamore
• Mahogany
• Oregon Myrtle
• Sitka/European/Lutz spruce
• Cedar

Designs

I am able to build guitars in any of the classic styles from Martin, Gibson and others - with or without Dark Matter’s own twists or modifications. I am also currently working on my own original designs and as these progress this section will be expanded.

Special options

While I am strongly influenced by classic and traditional techniques and designs, I am not afraid to introduce more modern and radical ideas into my instruments.

Some examples:

• Baritone and extended-scale instruments
• Fanned frets
• 7 strings, 8 strings …
• Please contact me with any thoughts, suggestions or questions!