The process
Design your dream guitar or bass with our online configurators!
Select a model preset to get started and then choose from a wide array of specs including the body type, neck and body woods, finish color, and much more. Build times are currently estimated to be between 6-7 months. Please keep in mind that this is strictly an estimate, as some options and methods can extend build times beyond that estimated build time. Our Select Custom instruments are built in South Korea by a small team of luthiers prior to undergoing our rigorous Quality Control process and shipping. Please reach out to us at info@balaguerguitars.com with any questions prior to placing your order.
1. Order Placement
Design your custom instrument, then click “Order”, “Add to Cart”, and “Proceed to Checkout” before entering your payment information and placing your order. Once you submit your order, you will receive a confirmation email and the process has begun!
2. Order Review
After receiving your order we will review your spec choices and, if necessary, contact you with any questions that we may have. Once reviewed, your order will be submitted into the build queue.
Please note that changes cannot be made to your order once it has been submitted to the build queue.
3. Made-to-Measure
Our Select Custom guitars and basses are built by our team of trained luthiers who use traditional hands-on techniques while also taking advantage of modern CNC technology to ensure consistency and quality across each and every build.
4. Build Updates
Over the course of your build we will send you three milestone updates that will include photos of your build’s progress. The first update is sent after the milling of your body, neck, and fingerboard, the second is after your finish is applied, and the third is after final assembly.
Please note that the update timeline varies with each build due to spec options and build processes having a range of procurement and processing times.
5. Final Inspection
Once complete, each Select Custom guitar and bass undergoes a final inspection and setup as part of our Quality Control process to ensure that your build meets our standards of finish and playability.
6. Shipping
After Final Inspection, your build will be packaged for transit and the tracking information will be sent to you directly. Transit times will vary based on your location, and international drop ship orders will be sent directly from South Korea.
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