M3 guitars

You can order a completely custom guitar, one from our inventory, or order one from inventory modified to your specs.
If you already know what you want, just call.
If it seems a little complicated, or if you’re not sure, use the “Build Me a Guitar” option, then call us and we’ll talk about it.
In any case, we’ll discuss all the details with you before starting anything.

Total time from placing an order to delivery can vary from two to four months. The biggest variable is the finishing and curing of the top coats. For example, a painted finish (as Maui or Shelob in the Catalogue) only takes a week or two after building is completed. A polished lacquer finish (such as Alicante Red or Eddy in the Catalogue) takes about 2 months longer. Most of that time is waiting for the lacquer to "cure" so it can be polished.
Other things can affect how long it takes, such as availability of materials and hardware, type of wood being used, and any special requests you may have. Semi-hollow bodies take a little longer to build than solid bodies.
After we have discussed the details of what you want on your guitar, you'll get an estimated completion day. We will keep you updated on any changes and why there is a change.

Yes, you can specify everything from string spread width at the nut to the shape, color and finish of the body. You can pick whatever wood and hardware you want. You can also order custom wiring, unique neck inlay, scale length, etc. Just ask.
There are some limitations, such as good design considerations. For example, necks can be made to whatever profile you like, but there is a limit on how thin it can be, just from a strength standpoint.
You can choose the type of woods, BUT -- we will NOT use any wood on the endangered species or restricted import lists.

There are two reasons we don’t do this. One is copyright/patent laws.
The other reason is that it’s not in the customer’s best interest. Asking for a duplicate of a model made by another company is a little like buying every individual piece of metal, plastic and glass for a new car separately and asking a mechanic to build a car just like a new one already on the lot. It just doesn’t make sense.

You can choose any model of pickup you want, as well as the configuration such as 3 single poles, (Strat type), 2 humbuckers, 2 single poles and 1 humbucker, etc. Most of the major manufacturers have a pickup selection guide on their website.