“I immediately realized that I have something very special when I first strummed my Traditional Series 00-IR. Its responsiveness touches one’s soul and it sings with so much warmth and clarity; such character that comes only from fine workmanship and passion for the craft.”
– Shak (Singapore)
Featured Artist
Shak
With various musical influences from soul, blues, folk-pop to hip hop, Shak explains his life journey with melancholic lyrics and folk-tunes. As he sings, he strikes a balance between the extremities. He just released the music video for his single “Taxi” and is scheduled to appear alongside Charlie Lim and other artists for Singapore’s 2018 National Day Parade celebrations.
Featured Instrument
Traditional Series
Available in 5 shapes, the Traditional Series represents an exciting era of innovation and inspiration. From the compact Parlour to the iconic Slope Shoulder Dreadnought, these instruments bring nostalgia and inspiration to today’s players.
Featured Journal
Tonewood Pairings
Much like how the ingredients dictate the type of dish, the tonewood used in building an instrument will significantly impact how it sounds. We sat down with Hozen to learn more about his approach in choosing the wood and possible pairings. “I think about the final sound objectives, speed of sound, and the look of the grain,” Hozen shared.
Recent Builds
Series Overview
Learn what makes up each Series of our instruments in terms of specifications and understand the stories behind them.
Shapes & Dimensions
Understand how shape “shape” the sound; another consideration, aside from comfort and looks, when selecting your instrument.
All About Wood
Every tonewood has its own charm. Know what kind of sound each wood offers and explore the most ideal wood combination for you.
The Maestro Story
Started in 2004 with the vision of offering value-for-money instruments, Maestro Guitars evolved into one of the leading makers of premium guitars and ukuleles in the world. The once small dream of having his own guitar brand birthed Hozen’s lifelong commitment of making finely handmade instruments more accessible. Our story of resilience, dedication, and passion may serve as an inspiration for others to find their purpose and chase after their dream.