Michelle
about.
Designing an electric guitar means balancing innovation with respect for tradition. Brands like Fender and Gibson have established iconic shapes that have remained almost unchanged for decades, and for good reason.
Inspired by the flowing lines of Stratocasters and the playful asymmetry of Jaguars, a new shape gradually emerged. Sketches and digital models helped fine-tune proportions and ergonomics to balance both playability and aesthetics. In this way, the idea slowly took on a clear identity.
Build.
The design was entirely 3D-printed in seven separate parts that seamlessly fit together into a rigid and stable whole. This modular construction allows for large volumes to be printed with limited print capacity, without compromising on strength.
To sustainably absorb the forces from the strings, aluminum reinforcement tubes were integrated into the body. This way, the design combines precision, lightness, and structural reliability.
Result.
Building the guitar was an intense and educational process. Each step brought new insights and obstacles. Parts sometimes didn’t fit just right, paint layers required more patience than expected, and the electronics rarely worked as intended from the start. Running into issues is part of the process, and everything always takes longer than planned. But it is precisely in that slow, exploratory process that the craftsmanship and satisfaction that make this project so valuable emerge.
