Original Guitars For Original Musicians
Design your sound.
Define your stage.
Leave the factory behind.
erik ulven
about me
I’ve been working as a professional guitar tech since 2014 and have worked on over 8,000 guitars from most major brands including structural repairs, custom finish work and custom builds. Now I’m…
two ways to choose your path
prototype build
Fully hand-built original guitars.
Starting at $6,500
Blueprint Package
Design-only experience for your dream guitar.
Starting at $2,500
Start Designing
Start Designing
Signature Sound Starter Kit
$97.00
One time
My Signature Sound Starter Kit helps you explore your dream guitar design — and includes a $100 credit toward a custom build or blueprint.
✓ Signature Guitar Blueprint Workbook - $69
✓ Player Identity Discovery Guide - $29
✓ 5 Mistakes Made When Choosing A Dream Guitar Video - $19
✓ Exclusive Invite to Monthly Design Feedback Call
✓ $100 credit towards a Prototype design/build
what pros are saying
Dyer Davis
“It’s everything I ever wanted. I can’t even play my other guitar anymore. When I play this guitar, I’m completely free to be me, there’s no more limitations.”
original by design podcast
On the Original by Design podcast, I explore creativity, originality, and guitar design — from the inside out.
