Ready to Start Your Custom Build?

Every Doubleday Guitar is handcrafted one at a time, built around your playing style, tone, and vision. Whether you already know exactly what you want or need help exploring your options, we're here to guide you through every step of the process.

① Submit Your Inquiry

② We'll Reach Out

③ Design Consultation

④ Reserve Your Build

Complete the form below and tell us about your dream guitar.

Don't worry if you don't have every detail figured out, we'll help with that. We'll personally respond within 48 hours with a complete overview of the process, answer your questions, and discuss your ideas.

Meet in person at the shop, over the phone, or by email to choose your woods, pickups, finishes, hardware, and custom features.

A 50% non-refundable deposit secures your place in the build queue. The remaining balance is due upon completion before pickup or shipment.

⏱ Current Lead Time

9–10 Months

Every Doubleday Guitar is handcrafted one at a time from start to finish. We intentionally keep production limited so every instrument receives the attention, craftsmanship, and detail it deserves.

Doubleday Guitars Starting Prices for Custom Handmade Guitars in Austin, TX

Why Build With Doubleday?

✔ Handcrafted one at a time in Austin, Texas

✔ Premium woods and hardware

✔ Hand-wound pickup options

✔ Personalized one-on-one design process

✔ Built specifically for your playing style

✔ Lifetime instrument built to be played, not mass produced

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does a build take?

Current lead time is approximately 9–10 months from the time your deposit is received.

How much is the deposit?

A 50% non-refundable deposit secures your place in the build queue.

The remaining balance is due upon completion before pickup or shipment.

Can I customize everything?

Absolutely.

Every build can be customized, including:

  • Body style - choose from our 5 custom models available

  • Finish

  • Tonewoods

  • Neck profile

  • Pickups

  • Hardware

  • Electronics

  • Left-handed options (no additional charge)

not sure what you want yet?

That’s why consultations exist!

We'll walk you through every decision and help design a guitar that fits your style, budget, and playing needs.

Doubleday Guitars Workspace in Austin, Texas

"Hand-built in Austin, Texas"

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