Duncan Cruttenden Guitars

About Duncan Cruttenden Guitars

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I set up Duncan Cruttenden Guitars in 2020, establishing a dedicated custom guitar shop focused on craftsmanship, individuality and tone. My training includes completing the Acoustic and Electric Journeyman Programs at the renowned Galloup School of Guitar Building and Repair in Big Rapids, Michigan, USA – one of the most respected institutions for aspiring luthiers worldwide.
While the pandemic initially slowed progress, it became an invaluable period for designing and refining what would become my signature line of handbuilt guitars – the Pavilion Parlor range. These electric instruments are inspired by the compact and expressive Parlor acoustic body shape, and form the core of my custom shop offering.
To further develop my skills, I also completed advanced training at the Totnes School of Guitar Making in Devon, UK – a respected name in the British luthier community.

I continue to carry out guitar commissions, prototype new models and offer professional guitar servicing from my workshop, working closely with players across the UK to build or maintain truly personal instruments.
As a handbuilt guitars UK maker, my approach combines traditional luthiery with personal service – offering players the chance to own an instrument built with care, attention to detail and a clear understanding of what makes a guitar sing.
I now build 4 Pavilion Parlor models:
The Royale (carve-top, semi-hollow electric guitar).
The Original Parlor (flat-top, semi-hollow electric guitar).
The Thinline (flat-top, bolt-on, electric guitar).
The Model-T (solid-body, bolt-on electric guitar).
Recently, I have launched The Sovereign Bass (a solid-body, bolt-on bass guitar).
In 2026 I will be launching The Pavilion Arch (an arch top, electro-acoustic guitar) and The Pavilion Classic (an electro-acoustic guitar).

In addition, I offer guitar set-up and repair services and set-up, fret-dressing and build courses in my studio in Bexhill, East Sussex, UK.

Please note that I operate on an APPOINTMENT ONLY basis so please contact me directly so we can arrange a mutually convenient time to discuss your commission guitar, guitar set and repair and Luthier training requirements.

Thank you for your interest in my small business - it is really appreciated.