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Custom designed and handcrafted stringed instruments by John
C. Olvera are for the discriminating professional musician. Primarily, I build one-of-a-kind electric and acoustic custom
guitars and basses. I also build stringed folk instruments such as dulcimers, charangos, and electric mandolins. Each instrument
is unique for the individual client and these instruments are not replicated for another. If you are ordering
a custom instrument, it should be specifically designed for you. Not just the choices of woods or finishes, but
the entire design of the instrument must be uniquely yours. It will be the one you would make for yourself, given the
time, the tools, and the know-how. Making to commission only, I can work from your original design specifications, or from
plans or photographs of existing instruments. Delivery time is dependent on current orders and pending services and repairs,
but is generally between three and four months. While I do build two "standard" instrument series, the "Alice
Series" and the "Classic Series" these are not what I consider truly "custom" guitars. The "Alice
Series" are based on the design concept for my personal guitar to fit my playing style and technique. The "Classic
Series" is in response to clients desiring an instrument similar in style to mainline production instruments but "customized"
to bridge the gap between those models and a true custom instrument. The "Alice Series" and the "Classic Series"
are replicated in varying electronic platforms and esthetic detailing. Inquiries are always welcomed. All work is undertaken
after consultation and guaranteed. Visits are by appointment only.
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Carving the Neck Profile A
bit about this site! The instruments depicted on the next three pages are recently completed commissions and serve to show
examples of the scope and quality of instruments I build. The following
page, "Guitars", specifies in detail the hardware, woods, and electronics typical of my instruments. Guitars"
(pages 2 & 3) show overalls views of selected instruments and general appointments. The "Custom" page outlines the custom guitar design process wherein we work as a team to develop your instrument.
"Ordering" provides detail regarding any of my instruments; a Custom, an Alice Series, or a Classic Series. See the "Services" page for more depth regarding repair and maintenance of
your string instrument. The "NEWS" page provides information
about the "Electric Guitar Circuit Control and Switching Module" U.S. Patent No.
6, 781,050 B2. The "Tips" page may help you perform
periodic maintenance and setup of your current instrument. I'll try to change it once a month. Any practical design can be made to your specifications to yield a truly professional quality instrument.
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Would you like your guitar to feel good, sound better, and play faster? See my Services page! I love
guitars! That is why I’ve been building and playing them for 45 years. I build them
to order, customize and repair, set them up and improve the action. So if you value your guitar and want only the best for
it, please e-mail me for some friendly advice and quality craftsmanship at sensible prices. Check out the "Services" tab regarding
my stringed instrument repair services. You can contact me using the web form on the "Order" page.
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