ABOUT US

Our Ethos

Established in 2011 WM guitars has set out to always go the extra mile - finding the right guitar for the right individual is key. We strive to create an environment where our customers feel engaged in that process. In our shop we want people to be able to explore our collection, discuss what is right for them and let the instruments speak for themselves, all without feeling pressured.

The Luthier's Corner

This is a prime example of high end, handmade instruments that are specced out by the team here at WM Guitars. Made for us spesifically.

Heirloom quality instruments with full certification by 'The Luthier's Corner' and the Luthier themselves.

JKM
JKM Empire 460 Masterbuild Acoustic Guitar (Western Red Cedar & Black Limba)

£5,280.00

Very low stock (1 unit)

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O'Gorman
O'Gorman MOIR Masterbuild Acoustic Guitar

£4,000.00

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De Haan
De Haan 'Rio Grande' Custom Mastergrade Acoustic Guitar (Bearclaw Spruce Top)

£3,195.00

Very low stock (1 unit)

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De Haan
De Haan 'The River' Custom Handmade Acoustic Guitar (Spruce Top)

£2,395.00

Very low stock (1 unit)

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JKM
JKM Foundation 485 Masterbuild Acoustic Guitar

£2,450.00

Very low stock (1 unit)

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Patrick James Eggle
Patrick James Eggle Saluda Acoustic (Pre Owned)

£2,199.00

Very low stock (1 unit)

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O'Gorman
O'Gorman Newlands Masterbuild Acoustic Guitar #2223WM

£4,000.00

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O'Gorman
O'Gorman Moir Masterbuild Acoustic Guitar #2323WM

£4,300.00

Very low stock (1 unit)

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A TAILOR PICKED SELECTION

Our collection has been highly refined over the years, and all our guitars have been hand selected by us with quality in mind. We don’t aim to focus on quantity or to stock every brand we can - we look to provide you with only instruments that we believe have a high build quality, and the years of engineering behind us allow us uphold that standard.

Bringing handmade, independent brands to the South West is something we take pride in, so we aim to establish personal connections with our suppliers; visiting the workshops, speaking with the luthiers, discussing their craft - making sure that every step we take goes toward finding the best instruments we can!

Ryan at Dowina Guitars, Slovakia

Visiting manufacturers and seeing their passion is a huge part of what we believe in. You may not of heard of the brands we supply but you can be assured we've gone the extra mile to find you amazing instruments that are built by incredible people.

The days of big brand domination are coming to an end. With the quality control standards dropping from high output factories and the smaller manufacturers taking real care because of the love they have for the industry. The quality, price and playability are just unparalleled. If you don't believe us then come down to the shop and try some!

MEET THE TEAM

Walter Havinga

Founder / Director

With over 30 years of engineering history in various trades. Walter is also an experienced carpenter and joiner. He’s always up for a laugh but make sure your able to withstand a barrage of dad jokes, even if he does tell you the punchline before the actual joke!
Ryan Havinga

Managing Director

Now the managing director of WM Guitars. Ryan has worked through the ranks and now floats through every sector of the business. He's a fully trained technician, salesman, customer representative, accountant and orders all the stock! No hat is too small for his afro!
Demetri Rivers

Head Technician

Demetri is our shining star of the workshop! If you've had a repair done by us then you've probably encountered his work even if you've never met him! With a background in carpentry, working for a furniture company. Demetri has completed our painstaking 6 year training program and is now the proud head tech!
Tobie Holland

Ecommerce and Social Media Manager
Tobie is a recent addition to the WM family and has fit into the team amazingly well! He deals with web design, product photography, social media postings and will be branching into other sectors of the business to find his true niche within our team! We welcome Tobie and we hope everyone gives him a warm welcome too.