spalt instruments under construction - over the next weeks we will add new images and text

hybrids employ an aluminum skeletal structure with wooden wings and wood necks.  these instruments embody my sculptural approach to guitar/bass building - they are stripped-down to the essentials.  the wood neck dials in the tonal color and is comfortable to play.  the aluminum imparts a warm tone and clarity to the sound.  All metal and wood work is done by hand.

 

apex guitars

matrix basses (4-string)

terminator basses (5-string)

magma basses (LightWave equipped 4,5 & 6 string)

 

hybrid history