
Every month, luthier Michael Bashkin interviews some of his favorite fellow guitar builders, makers and creatives on the Luthier on Luthier podcast. Acoustic, electric, flattop, archtop and everything in-between... brought to you by the Fretboard Journal
| Publishes | Monthly | Episodes | 111 | Founded | 9 years ago |
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For Episode 111, I'm joined by highly respected guitar builder Raymond Kraut. Ray shares why he's embraced unconventional sound ports while staying true to his traditional tone, how his porting designs have evolved over time, and what he's learned th... more
On this episode of Luthier on Luthier, I'm joined by guitar maker Ben Wilborn. Based in Reno, Nevada, Ben brings a musician's perspective to his designs, drawing on his background in performance and composition to build instruments that are focused o... more
For episode 109 of Luthier on Luthier, we're joined by Juha Ruokangas, a Finnish guitar maker pushing the boundaries of instrument design.
We dive into his innovative Valve Bucker pickup, the Captain Nemo guitar prototype, and his use of local Arct... more
On this episode of Luthier on Luthier, I talk with the endlessly creative Fred Carlson.
Fred shares his path into instrument making—from early sculptural dulcimers with mentor Ken Ripartella, to studying with Charles Fox, to building in communal wo... more
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If you are into guitars and their craft by the leading luthiers then Michael's show will not disappoint.
Thank you, Michael Bashkin
Super grateful to Michael for making this podcast! The amount of knowledge shared has helped me a ton in my journey of building guitars!
Thank you so much!
This is an excellent podcast. Michael is a truly good interviewer - he gets his interviewees to relax, open up and talk about their work, their instruments and their lives.
Anyone who’s interested in musical instruments, especially wooden ones, and most especially guitars, will enjoy it. Those of you who are already interested in the craft of lutherie will love it. And some of you who are looking for a vocation in the world of music that doesn’t require musical virtuosity might even discover so... more
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A deep-dive interview series focused on luthiery, where master builders discuss craft, materials, and technique. Episodes frequently explore topics like bracing, sound ports, wood sourcing, finishing, and the intersection of tradition with modern technology. Guests range from seasoned luthiers to designers pushing new approaches, yielding technical insights, behind-the-scenes stories, and practical guidance for fellow builders and serious hobbyists. The show stands out for its thoughtful questions, long-form conversations, and strong community connections, making it valuable for listeners who want to learn hands-on craft, instrument design philosophy, and industry perspectives. It's likely to appeal to serious guitar enthusiasts, builders, ... more
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Recent guests on Luthier on Luthier include:
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2. Ben Wilborn
3. Juha Ruokangas
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6. TJ Thompson
7. Andy Manson
8. Michel Pellerin
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