Luthier Matches
Instrument projects submitted by musicians and shared with relevant luthiers.
Instrument Projects Submitted by Musicians
Below is a list of instrument projects submitted through the Luthiers.com matching service.
✔ Human review
✔ Direct contact with luthiers
✔ No commission
Open Projects
Submitted via the Luthiers.com matching service
These projects are currently open and relevant introductions are welcome.
Martin D-28 Herringbone Bridge Repair
Details: Guitar Repair · Champaign (USA) · March 2026
Project summary: An advanced player based in the United States is looking for an experienced luthier to perform a bridge repair on a 1982 Martin D-28 Herringbone guitar.
Looking for: Professional repair
Budget: Under €1,000
Current status: Project open.
Relevant repair specialists with experience in vintage Martin guitars are welcome to get in touch.
Fan-Fret Bass Search
Details: Bass · Canada · February 2026
Project summary: An advanced player based in Canada is looking for a serious luthier-built bass with 21 frets or more, fan-fret construction, an angled headstock, and a non-humbucker pickup configuration.
Looking for: Existing instrument
Budget: €2,000–4,000
Current status: Project open.
Additional relevant proposals are still welcome.
Martin D12-28 Neck Reset
Details: Guitar Repair · United States · March 2026
Project summary: A musician is looking for an experienced repair specialist to perform a neck reset on a Martin D12-28 twelve-string guitar.
Looking for: Professional repair
Budget: Under €1,000
Current status: Project open.
Relevant repair specialists are welcome to get in touch.
Projects in Progress
Submitted via the Luthiers.com matching service
A first introduction has been made and discussions are currently underway.
Violin Restoration & Mentorship Project
Details: Violin · Belgium · February 2026
Project summary: A dedicated beginner maker was seeking professional guidance for the restoration of a Guarneri-model violin, including structural work on the top plate and careful varnish conservation, while progressively developing instrument-making skills.
Looking for: Mentorship / advisory support
Budget: €2,000–4,000
Current status: A first introduction has been made
A first introduction has been made and the project is currently moving forward.
Closed Projects
Submitted via the Luthiers.com matching service
Closed projects remain visible for transparency and to document how the matching service operates.
These projects are no longer active.
Selmer-Style Guitar Search
Details: Guitar · International · March 2026
Project summary: A highly detail-oriented client was looking for two exceptional luthier-built guitars inspired by Selmer-Maccaferri models, with very specific tonal expectations, strong bass response, and a particularly comfortable neck profile.
Looking for: High-end luthier-built instruments
Budget: High-end project
Current status: Project closed.
After further consideration, the client decided to focus on original vintage Selmer instruments rather than contemporary replicas.
Custom Metal Guitar Search
Details: Electric Guitar · France · January 2026
Project summary: A musician contacted Luthiers.com seeking recommendations for professional luthiers capable of building or supplying a guitar suited for modern metal playing styles.
Looking for: Luthier recommendations
Budget: €2,000–4,000
Current status: Project closed.
Several relevant French luthiers were suggested. No further response was received from the musician and the project was subsequently closed.
Emergency Lap Steel Repair
Details: Lap Steel Guitar · Touring Artist · November 2025
Project summary: During an international tour, a well-known Australian artist experienced a broken nut on an acoustic lap steel guitar shortly before a scheduled concert. The management team contacted Luthiers.com to urgently identify a qualified repair specialist capable of resolving the issue on short notice.
Looking for: Emergency repair
Budget: High-end project
Current status: Project successfully resolved.
A suitable repair specialist was identified and the instrument was repaired in time for the performance.
