Custom Handmade Acoustic Guitars and Ukuleles
Luthier Jay Lichty crafts custom instruments in his workshop located in the foothills of Western North Carolina. For over a decade Jay has been kicking up dust and putting strings on some mighty fine instruments. While his primary focus has been designing and building custom acoustic guitars and ukuleles, he has also built fiddles, electric fiddles, mandolins, electric banjos and a slew of fun electric guitars. Given he loves to play music as much or more than he loves to build instruments, he is in continual pursuit of what he’d like to play next. That creative drive has taken him on some interesting journeys and has made for some very happy customers.
What’s Happening in Our Luthier Shop?
With Jay, the creation of a custom handmade acoustic guitar, ukulele or fiddle is a collaborative process from start to finish. From the selection of model and tonewood to the inlay, headstock, soundboard, and beyond, each and every detail is yours to imagine and design. Visit our Blog to experience what an amazing journey this can be. You’ll see the latest projects on the workbench, hear the latest Lichty guitar, uke or fiddle to get strings and more.
“The guitar Jay made for me plays as beautifully as it looks. Exquisite craftsmanship, detailing, customized for my needs and sounds amazing. They are a pleasure to work with as well.” – Bonnie Raitt, California