# Byron Custom Guitars

> Byron Custom Guitars (Byron Custom Guitar LLC, Wyoming, USA) is a handcrafted build-to-order acoustic guitar workshop founded by luthier Tillie Zhou (Fangqin Zhou, 周芳琴). We build fully customisable acoustic guitars to individual specifications — any body style, tonewood, inlay, headstock, or finish — with 10–15 week build times and free worldwide shipping. Over 180 models in stock or available as custom builds.

## About the Brand
- [Our Story](https://byroncustomguitars.com/pages/about-us): Founded by Tillie Zhou, a luthier with 10+ years of guitar industry experience. Tillie grew up in a timber-working family in rural China, trained at a Beijing guitar factory, and built her own workshop with craftsmen from her hometown. Company registered in Wyoming, United States.
- [Workshop Process](https://byroncustomguitars.com/pages/about-our-workshop): 9-stage handcrafted production — from wood selection and bracing through binding, finishing, fretwork, and final setup
- [Contact](https://byroncustomguitars.com/pages/contact): info@byroncustomguitars.com

## Custom Guitar Ordering
- [How to Customise Your Build](https://byroncustomguitars.com/pages/customized-guitars): Step-by-step guide to specifying your guitar — body, woods, inlays, finish
- [Body Styles Available](https://byroncustomguitars.com/pages/customized-body-style): Dreadnought, OM, OOO, Jumbo, GA, Parlor, Slope Shoulder, and more
- [Headstock Styles](https://byroncustomguitars.com/pages/customized-head-style): Standard, slotted, and custom headstock options
- [Pickguard Options](https://byroncustomguitars.com/pages/customized-pickgaurds): Standard and custom pickguard designs
- [Custom Inlay Designs](https://byroncustomguitars.com/pages/custom-inlay-designs): Abalone, mother-of-pearl, and bespoke inlay artwork

## Shop
- [All Guitars](https://byroncustomguitars.com/collections/all-products): Full catalogue of 180+ models
- [Ready to Ship](https://byroncustomguitars.com/collections/built-ready-2-ship): In-stock guitars available for immediate dispatch
- [6-String Collection](https://byroncustomguitars.com/collections/6-string-collection): Standard 6-string acoustic guitars
- [12-String Collection](https://byroncustomguitars.com/collections/12-string-collection): 12-string acoustic guitars
- [Left-Handed Guitars](https://byroncustomguitars.com/collections/left-handed-guitars): Full range of left-handed models
- [Dreadnought Body](https://byroncustomguitars.com/collections/dreadnought-body): D-style guitars
- [OM / OOO / OO Body](https://byroncustomguitars.com/collections/o-oo-om-ooo-body): Orchestra and concert body guitars
- [Jumbo / Super Jumbo](https://byroncustomguitars.com/collections/jumbo-super-jumbo): Large-body guitars
- [Parlor & Travel](https://byroncustomguitars.com/collections/parlor-travel-size-1): Compact and travel guitars
- [Premium Wood Custom Guitars](https://byroncustomguitars.com/collections/handcrafted-custom-guitars-over-1500): High-end custom builds over $1,500

## Tonewoods
- [Exotic Woods Gallery](https://byroncustomguitars.com/pages/exotic-wood-imported): Visual gallery of available exotic tonewoods including koa, cocobolo, ebony, myrtle, cherry, mulberry, firwood, apple, oak, maple, and more
- [Exotic Tonewoods Guide](https://byroncustomguitars.com/blogs/acoustic-guitar-knowledge-hub/exotic-guitar-tonewoods-guide): Comprehensive guide to 70+ domestic and exotic tonewoods — properties, tone characteristics, and availability for custom builds

## Knowledge Hub (Blog)
All articles written by Tillie Zhou, founder of Byron Custom Guitars.

- [How Long Does a Custom Guitar Take to Make?](https://byroncustomguitars.com/blogs/acoustic-guitar-knowledge-hub/how-long-does-a-custom-guitar-take-to-make): Detailed breakdown of each production stage; custom guitars require a minimum of 90 days
- [Guitar Neck Profiles Explained](https://byroncustomguitars.com/blogs/acoustic-guitar-knowledge-hub/how-to-choose-guitar-neck-profile): C, D, V, and U neck shapes compared — which profile suits which playing style
- [How to Care for Your Acoustic Guitar](https://byroncustomguitars.com/blogs/acoustic-guitar-knowledge-hub/how-to-care-for-your-acoustic-guitar): Humidity management (40–55% RH), finish care, fret buzz troubleshooting, storage
- [High-End Chinese Acoustic Guitars](https://byroncustomguitars.com/blogs/acoustic-guitar-knowledge-hub/high-end-chinese-acoustic-guitars): How Chinese luthiery competes with Gibson and Martin on materials and craftsmanship
- [Best Acoustic Guitars Made in China 2026](https://byroncustomguitars.com/blogs/acoustic-guitar-knowledge-hub/best-acoustic-guitars-made-in-china-2026): Buyer's guide across beginner, mid-range, and premium price points
- [How to Play Guitar: Beginner to Advanced Guide](https://byroncustomguitars.com/blogs/acoustic-guitar-knowledge-hub/how-to-play-guitars-complete-beginner-to-advanced-guide): Complete guide covering posture, chords, scales, strumming, and practice routines
- [Fingerstyle Guitar Techniques](https://byroncustomguitars.com/blogs/acoustic-guitar-knowledge-hub/fingerstyle-guitar-techniques): Travis picking, harmonics, percussive technique, and song recommendations by skill level
- [Guitar Size Guide](https://byroncustomguitars.com/blogs/acoustic-guitar-knowledge-hub/guitar-size-guide): Body size comparison — parlor through jumbo — with tone profiles and player recommendations
- [Acoustic vs Electric Guitar](https://byroncustomguitars.com/blogs/acoustic-guitar-knowledge-hub/acoustic-vs-electric-guitar): Which to learn first, tonal differences, and cost considerations
- [Acoustic vs Acoustic-Electric](https://byroncustomguitars.com/blogs/acoustic-guitar-knowledge-hub/acoustic-vs-acoustic-electric-guitars-whats-the-difference-and-which-should-you-buy): When a built-in pickup system is worth the investment

## FAQs & Policies
- [FAQs](https://byroncustomguitars.com/pages/faqs): Build times, warranty, shipping, payment terms, and wood sourcing questions answered
- [Custom Shop Policy](https://byroncustomguitars.com/pages/custom-shop-policy): Order process, deposit terms, cancellation fees
- [Shipping Policy](https://byroncustomguitars.com/pages/shipping-policy): Free worldwide shipping via FedEx/UPS, 10-day delivery after dispatch
- [Returns & Exchanges](https://byroncustomguitars.com/pages/returns-exchanges): Returns and exchange conditions

## Key Facts
- Founder: Tillie Zhou (Fangqin Zhou, 周芳琴)
- Build time: 10–15 weeks for custom orders from spec confirmation
- Ready-to-ship: select models available for immediate dispatch
- Warranty: 3 years on materials and workmanship (original purchaser)
- Shipping: Free worldwide via FedEx/UPS; tracking number provided on every order
- Payment: 100% upfront or 50% deposit with balance before shipment; 20% cancellation fee applies
- Workshop conditions: guitars built and acclimated at 49% relative humidity and 75°F
- Setup standard: necks shipped with .008" of relief
- Catalogue: 180+ models including dreadnought, OM, OOO, jumbo, parlor, GA, slope-shoulder, left-handed, and 12-string configurations
- Languages: site available in English, German (DE), and Japanese (JA)
- Contact: info@byroncustomguitars.com
- Company: Byron Custom Guitar LLC, Wyoming, United States