Mike Hobbs Guitars

Mike Hobbs has been a practising and teaching luthiery for over four decades, shaping instruments, repairing guitars and guiding builders from his fully equipped workshop in West Ewell, Surrey. His deep grounding in traditional guitar making was established under the mentorship of respected makers such as John Bailey and Peter Reading, and he has carried that lineage forward since setting up his own workshop in the late 1970s. Mike Hobbs Guitars

Across his career, Mike has taught guitar making and repair at Merton College and now offers intensive, personalised courses that take students through the complete process of building and finishing a guitar. Whether acoustic, electric or classical, each project is an opportunity to develop precision woodworking skills and a nuanced understanding of instrument construction. Mike Hobbs Guitars

In addition to bespoke commissions and fine builds, Mike’s workshop provides dedicated repair and setup services — each carried out with the same attention to detail and respect for musical function that has defined his long tenure as a luthier. Mike Hobbs Guitars

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Mike Hobbs working on a guitar in a workshop setting

Why We Stock Mike Hobbs Guitars

Mike’s instruments reflect a lifetime of hands-on experience. Built with mindful attention to materials, playability and tonal integrity, they offer musicians a bespoke alternative to mass-produced options. His work appeals to players who value refined workmanship, practical performance and the individuality inherent in maker-led builds.

Shop Mike Hobbs Guitars

Mike Hobbs is a UK luthier based in Surrey with over 40 years of experience in guitar making, repair and bespoke instrument building. He also teaches guitar construction and offers personalised courses, making his workshop a respected destination for both custom instruments and hands-on learning.