Garrett Lee, Luthier

08/27/2026

What factors determine a guitar’s sound? From Lutherie Demystified Ep. 19 “What Matters for Getting the Sound?”
Full video here:
https://youtu.be/XwILOQzcwus?si=hqx1Znl3U0DSVU6O

08/21/2026

What jobs are similar to that of a luthier? From Lutherie Demystified Ep. 19 “What Matters for Getting the Sound?”
Full video here:
https://youtu.be/XwILOQzcwus?si=hqx1Znl3U0DSVU6O

08/16/2026

From Lutherie Demystified Ep. 19 “What Matters for Getting the Sound?”
Full video here:
https://youtu.be/XwILOQzcwus?si=hqx1Znl3U0DSVU6O

07/26/2026

I hope to see you on Sep. 12 in Brooklyn for this fun and interactive event.

Join classical guitar makers, players, collectors, and enthusiasts for a day of workshops, performances, and exhibits.

06/15/2026

In Episode 22 of Lutherie Demystified, I take you on a tour of one of my guitars. I start with a sound sample and then explore why the design and ex*****on shape the tonal character you hear. I go on to talk about the small details that make big differences in playability and intonation, and finish with the choices and techniques that influence the aesthetics.

Lutherie Demystified is a video series hosted by Garrett Lee that e...

06/07/2026

Have a sneak peek at the guitar coming to the 2026 Guitar Foundation of America Convention and the next episode of Lutherie Demystified.

This guitar will be exhibited at the 2026 Guitar Foundation of Amer...

05/27/2026

Thank you, Kris Barnett and team for the smoothest, most precise tuners out there. https://barnett-tuners.com

05/22/2026

Neck and head assembly with a V-joint.

03/01/2026

I had a memorable time interviewing legendary guitarist Ben Verdery for Lutherie Demystified. In Part I, Ben recounts his relationships with some of the most influential luthiers of the modern era. In Part II, he offers sage advice for players and luthiers.
Part I: https://youtu.be/uIgsqXf3mhc
Part II: https://youtu.be/OkkqR_tTrvw

02/10/2026

I build my rosettes in a sacrificial piece of wood and then transfer them to the soundboard.