Chris Broemmelsiek is a luthier and the founder of Broemmelsiek Guitars, specializing in handcrafted custom acoustic guitars, electric guitars, basses, and custom-wound pickups. With a deep passion for tone, playability, and artistic detail, each instrument is built one at a time in the USA, blending traditional craftsmanship with modern innovation to create guitars that inspire players and stand the test of time.Chris’s expertise was honed through extensive high-level experience in the industry. He served as Head of the Custom Shop at National Reso-Phonic Guitars, where he led the creation of one-of-a-kind resonator guitars renowned for their exceptional resonance, build quality, and vintage-inspired voicing. After his time at National, he apprenticed under the esteemed luthier Mike Baranik of Baranik Guitars, gaining invaluable hands-on training in fine acoustic construction, neck shaping, bracing, and the nuances of premium tonewoods—further refining his skills in high-end acoustic building.This strong foundation in both resonator and traditional flat-top building informs his versatile approach today. Chris’s custom acoustics draw on time-tested techniques to deliver rich, balanced projection and intimate responsiveness—whether for fingerstyle, flatpicking, or slide. His electric guitars and basses feature meticulous attention to ergonomics, sustain, and tonal versatility, often incorporating unique aesthetics and hardware choices tailored to the artist’s vision.A key strength of Broemmelsiek Guitars is Chris’s in-house custom pickup winding. Using premium materials and precise winding techniques, he crafts pickups that perfectly complement each instrument—offering everything from vintage warmth and clarity to high-output aggression. Clients rave about the seamless integration of these pickups, which elevate the guitar’s voice and bring out nuances that off-the-shelf options often miss.Every Broemmelsiek instrument is a collaborative process. Chris works closely with musicians to refine specifications, select tonewoods, inlays, finishes, and electronics, ensuring the final piece reflects the player’s personality and musical needs. The result: guitars that feel like natural extensions of the artist—expressive, reliable, and sonically distinctive.Whether you’re seeking a premium acoustic with exceptional projection, a custom electric with killer tone and playability, or a set of hand-wound pickups to transform your current rig, Broemmelsiek Guitars delivers uncompromising quality and soulful performance.