"The Torresian basis, the radiance of a Santos, plus the deep warmth of the Garcias and Simplicios. And - not to forget - a touch of Weissgerber's no-frills clarity.
All this, paired with easy playability, is the ideal basis for a fruitful partnership between performer and instrument.
These guitars are born out of an urge to build "musical instruments for musicians" - and it succeeds!"
Siegfried "Hogi" Hogenmuller
workshop services
construction - repair - restoration - reconditioning - shellac polishing
construction of classical guitars
How would you like it?
You can plan your new favorite guitar down to the smallest detail together with me! It starts with the choice of the top, back and sides. You can choose from a large variety of local woods such as cherry, plum, apple and many more, as well as classical woods such as rosewood and maple. Further I hold stock of a registered inventory of brazilian rosewood. You can also choose from a large number of rosettes, bindings and purflings. I am happy to design a hand-inlaid rosette according to your taste. I like mother of pearl inlays as you can see below. The scale can be 65, 66, 64 or 63 cm long as desired.
repair - restoration - reconditioning
Something is not right?
The bridge has fallen off or the string height is incorrect? The frets are worn or the strings are buzzing? The tuners are defect? Or did a crack open up? No matter what is wrong, make an appointment and stop by. We will look at your guitar together and discuss what needs to be done.
shellac hand polishing
The varnish is worn off?
Would you like to have your guitar repolished with shellac? Or maybe just the top, to close minor scratches? It may also be worthwhile to remove the original PU or nitro lacquer from your guitar and polish it with shellac instead? Make an appointment, bring your instrument and we will discuss your wishes.
