Commissioning A Guitar
Commissioning a custom guitar is an exciting journey and, for me, the collaboration between player and builder is one of the most rewarding parts of being a guitar maker.
I am currently accepting orders for 2028.
All prices are in CAD
TO ORDER DIRECTLY FROM ME
A 20% deposit is due at the time of ordering. This deposit confirms your place on my build list as well as the price at the time of ordering and is non-refundable.
The second installment is due when I start building your guitar. Additionally, the amount for any premium woods being used will be due at this time.
The final amount is due when the guitar is finished and prior to shipping.
Shipping costs will be added to the final payment. Please consider coming to pick your instrument up from me as this negates hold ups in customs (for people outside of Canada) and damage to your guitar.
Shipping, taxes, and import/export fees are not included in the instrument price.
Every commissioned instrument includes a 5-day grace period from the date of delivery so you can spend some time with your guitar and be sure it feels right in your hands.
If for any reason you’re not completely satisfied, please reach out within five days of receiving the instrument. Should you decide to return it, shipping costs are the responsibility of the customer, and the guitar must be returned in new condition.
The refund will be issued once the instrument has been re-sold and will equal the total sale price minus the initial 20% deposit.
STANDARD FEATURES
Sound Boards - Sitka Spruce, Engelmann Spruce or Western Red Cedar
Back and Sides - Indian Rosewood*, North American Maple or Black Walnut. Laminated sides.
Necks - Honduras Mahogany, Jescar nickel/silver fret wire, Two-way truss rod
Rosette - I’m drawn to Bauhaus artists of the 1920’s and 30’s and my inspiration often comes from there when designing my rosettes. You can choose a natural wood or stabilized dyed wood for your rosette and if you have a design that you like, let me know.
Binding - Indian Rosewood, Ebony
Scale Length Options -
25” (63.5 cm) / 25.3" (64.26 cm) on OM
25” (63.5 cm) / 25.4” (64.5cm) / 25.5” (64.77 cm) on Premier
24.5" (62.25 cm) on Parlour
Neck to Body Joint - 12 or 14 (13 on Parlour)
String Spacing - Nut - 1.75" / String - 2.25" (this can be custom to suit you)
Bridge and Fretboards - Gabon Ebony
Nut and Saddle - Genuine Bone
Tuners - Gotoh 510 tuners
Case - Visesnut Case
* Featured tonewoods can be optional depending on availability and some specifications may be altered to suit player’s personal requirements. Please contact me for consultation.
UPGRADES
(Prices are in Canadian Dollars)
Venetian Cutaway - $700
Soundport - $350
Slimline Arm Bevel - $1050
Manzer Wedge - $800
Gotoh 510 Gold Tuners w/black buttons - $150
Pickups by Stonebridge, K&K and Schertler - Enquire
Baritone - $700
12-String - $1700
I am always on the hunt for top-grade tonewoods as optional upgrades for my clients. Below is a list of a few that I offer. If you don't see what you're looking for on the list, please enquire.
Back and Sides -
Brazilian Rosewood - Enquire
African Blackwood - $4500 and up
Madagascar Rosewood - $3500 and up
German Flamed Maple - $2100 and up
Claro Walnut - Flamed - $1400 and up
Koa - Flamed - $2100 and up
Figured Mahogany - $1400 and up
Tops -
Italian Alpine Spruce - $850
German Spruce - $850
Swiss Moon Spruce - Enquire
Adirondack Spruce - $850
WARRANTY
My instruments have a limited lifetime warranty to their original owner. This warranty does not cover any damage due to extremes in humidity or temperature, alterations or modifications, accidents or improper handling and misuse, and normal wear and tear.
Repairs or alterations made by anyone other than Peggy White or a repair person accredited by Peggy White Guitars will immediately void the warranty. Shipping costs for repairs are at the customers expense.