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Acoustic, Spanish and Electric Guitar Design and Construction Course

Individual and group lessons online and in person

Master the Art of Violin Making with Our Two Exclusive Course Modalities!


If you've always dreamed of building guitars and developing your skills in creating unique instruments, now is the perfect time to get started. Designed for both beginners and advanced enthusiasts, our courses adapt to your needs and goals through two professional and practical modalities:

 

Modality by Individual and Thematic Courses

 

This formula is ideal for those who wish to learn in a progressive, in-depth and personalized way.

Features :

  • Specific courses covering key topics such as wood selection, design and planning, neck making, body assembly and professional finishing.

  • Complete flexibility to choose the modules that interest you most or delve deeper into specific aspects.

  • Perfect for musicians, technicians and future luthiers wishing to acquire theoretical and practical knowledge without having to carry out a complete project.

  • Individualized support and tailor-made approach for each session.

Benefits :

  • You will master each step of the guitar building process in a technical and detailed manner.

  • Access to tools and materials in a professional environment.

  • Possibility of combining theory and practice according to your level and availability.

 

“Build and Take Your Guitar” Modality

 

Ideal for those who want the complete experience of building a guitar from scratch and walk away with a unique instrument with their own personal touch.

Features :

  • Complete construction of a guitar (classical, acoustic or electric) under the supervision of a professional expert.

  • Custom choice of woods and design, allowing you to create an instrument to your liking.

  • Learning all the steps: from initial design and assembly to final finishes and technical adjustments.

  • At the end of the lesson, you leave with your guitar fully functional and ready to play.

Benefits :

  • An immersive, hands-on experience, perfect for those who want to master the entire manufacturing process.

  • A unique instrument made by you, adapted to your needs and your musical style.

  • Acquisition of skills applicable to future violin making projects.

Course content

Acoustic, Spanish and Electric Guitar Design and Construction Course Individual and group classes online and in person Introduction What is Lutherie? 1.1. History of guitar making 1.2. Types of guitars: classical, acoustic, electric, flamenco 1.3. Essential tools and their use 1.4. Workshop safety Materials and Woods 2.1. Choosing woods based on guitar type 2.2. Acoustic properties of common woods (cedar, spruce, alder, maple, ash) 2.3. Preparing and storing materials Design and Planning Guitar Design 3.1. Standard plans and dimensions (classical: 650 mm scale; electric: 648 mm and variations) 3.2. Customization: shape and feature selection 3.3. Digital tools for design (CAD software or similar) Body Construction For Classical and Acoustic Guitars 4.1. Building the soundboard 4.2. Bracing design and placement 4.3. Bending and assembling the sides 4.4. Building and assembling the back For Electric Guitars 5.1. Selecting wood for the body (alder, ash, etc.) 5.2. Cutting the body shape 5.3. Routing cavities for pickups, electronics, and bridge 5.4. Assembling the body and top (if applicable) Neck Construction Types of Necks 6.1. Set neck vs. bolt-on neck 6.2. Choosing woods: maple, mahogany, cedar Construction Process 7.1. Cutting and shaping the neck 7.2. Crafting the fretboard: wood options (ebony, rosewood) 7.3. Slotting and installing frets 7.4. Installing the truss rod (for modern guitars) Assembly and Finishing Final Assembly 8.1. Joining the neck and body 8.2. Installing the bridge and nut 8.3. Mounting tuners and initial adjustments Finishing 9.1. Types of finishes: shellac, nitrocellulose, polyurethane 9.2. Sanding and polishing 9.3. Painting or varnishing techniques Electronics (for Electric Guitars) Installing Pickups and Electronics 10.1. Types of pickups: single-coil vs. humbucker 10.2. Basic circuits: volume, tone, and selector switches 10.3. Soldering and wiring Adjustments and Final Setup Setup and Calibration 11.1. String and fret height adjustments 11.2. Intonation and tuning 11.3. Adjusting the truss rod and tremolo Sound Testing 12.1. Acoustic evaluation (classical/acoustic) 12.2. Amplifier configuration (electric) Maintenance and Repairs Instrument Care 13.1. Cleaning and preserving woods 13.2. Maintaining electronics and hardware Advanced Projects (Optional) Innovation and Customization 14.1. Fretboard and rosette inlays 14.2. Crafting a semi-hollow or hybrid body 14.3. Installing piezoelectric or MIDI systems Conclusion Reflection and Continuous Improvement 15.1. Evaluating the final project 15.2. Lessons learned for future builds

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