Suhr Guitars

Suhr Guitars are exceptional guitars, hand made in California, USA. Founded by John Suhr in 1997, Suhr and his team of highly skilled luthiers have dedicated themselves to making high-quality instruments that will last a lifetime.

When it comes to high end instruments, Suhr guitars are at the forefront of the industry and for good reason. Thanks to the team’s incredible craftsmanship and the top class materials, guitars from Suhr are standard-bearers for tone and playability.

It all comes back to the founder, John Suhr, who began taking bespoke orders over 40 years ago. As his reputation grew, so did the operation, settled now in Lake Elsinore, California. Seeking out only the finest woods, he crafted timeless pieces, for musicians who wanted something distinct for their rack. The roasted maple necks and swamp ash bodies are just two facets that make Suhr guitars and bass guitars truly special.

Suhr guitars have now attained legendary status, well-known for their incredible sound due to Suhr's custom hand-wound pickups, and for their exceptional ergonomics and playability, Suhr have established themselves as a brand for the serious playing, looking for a serious guitar.

That’s before looking at the smooth, glittery aesthetics; whether you want something flashier or the more natural finish of the Modern Satin and Classic T, these are gorgeous objects to behold. The brand has expanded into effects pedals and amps as well, offering the Shiba Drive overdrive, Rufus fuzz and several more to round out your sound. Iconic players such as Scott Henderson, Reb Beach, Mark Knopfler, Bill Frisell have been using Suhr for years - and you can join their ranks.

Why Should I Choose a Suhr Guitar?

• Every guitar is handmade from expert luthiers
• Exceptional build quality
• Stunning aesthetics to complement the materials
• Luxury aesthetic
• Used by world-class musicians like Doug Aldrich and Mateus Asato
• Very smooth playing
• Great sound
• High quality to match the high price point