an extraordinary sonic experience
Welcome to Guerilla Guitars, where craftsmanship meets creativity in the world of music. For over 17 years, Gus K has been meticulously crafting guitars with astonishing and unique finishes that captivate both the eyes and the ears. Each guitar at Guerilla Guitars is hand-painted and constructed with unwavering dedication, making every instrument a true work of art.
Based in Canada, we take immense pride in our locally made guitars. Our commitment to quality is evident in every step of the production process. We meticulously select only the finest quality woods to ensure that our instruments resonate with exceptional tone and durability.
At Guerilla Guitars, we believe that great sound starts with great components. That's why we exclusively use renowned brand names for pickups and other guitar components. By integrating these premium elements, we guarantee an unparalleled playing experience that satisfies even the most discerning musicians.
Whether you're a seasoned professional or an aspiring musician, our guitars are designed to inspire creativity and push boundaries. With their unique finishes and exceptional craftsmanship, Guerilla Guitars stand out as instruments that make a statement both on and off stage.
Join us on this musical journey as we strive to provide you with guitars that are not only visually striking but also deliver an extraordinary sonic experience. Explore the world of Guerilla Guitars and unlock your true musical potential.
Headquarters
Headquarters
Saint-Eustache, Quebec — Where Guitars Are Born
Every Guerilla guitar starts and ends in the same place: our workshop in Saint-Eustache, Quebec. This isn't a factory. There are no conveyor belts, no automated spray booths, no workers assembling parts they've never seen played. It's a hands-on, one-builder shop where Gus K oversees every stage of every instrument.
If you've ever wondered what goes into a custom guitar, here's what happens inside these walls.
Wood Selection & Preparation
It starts with the wood. Gus sources tonewoods carefully — premium cuts of mahogany, maple, alder, and specialty materials like torrefied maple that offer the resonance and stability of aged vintage wood. Each blank is inspected for grain consistency, weight, and acoustic properties before a single cut is made.
Good guitars start with good wood. There are no shortcuts here.
Shaping & Routing
Body blanks are shaped and routed with precision. Neck profiles are carved to spec — whether that's a chunky vintage C, a slim modern D, or something custom-designed for your hand. Every contour is checked by feel as much as by measurement, because a neck that plays well has to feel right, not just measure right.
The Paint Booth
One of the things Guerilla Guitars is known for is its custom finishes. Gus applies finishes by hand — nitrocellulose lacquers, solid colors, bursts, and specialty effects — in multiple thin coats, allowing proper cure time between each layer. This is the same approach used on the great American guitars of the 1950s and 60s, and it produces a finish that looks stunning and ages beautifully.
No thick poly shells. No shortcuts. Just proper finishing, done right.
Assembly & Wiring
Hardware is fitted, electronics are wired, and pickups are installed with care. Gus selects components that match the character of each build — premium pickups, quality pots and caps, reliable tuning machines. Every solder joint is clean. Every connection is tested.
Setup & Quality Control
Before any guitar leaves the shop, it goes through a full professional setup: frets leveled and crowned, nut cut to spec, action set, intonation dialed in. The guitar is played — actually played — to make sure it performs the way it should.
If it doesn't meet the standard, it doesn't ship. Simple as that.
Come See Us
We're based in Saint-Eustache, Quebec — just outside Montreal. If you're local and want to discuss a custom build in person, we'd love to have you. Reach out to arrange a visit.
welcome to our
new headquarters
After 17 years of building our name and brand we finally have acquired our new manufacturing facility. This is a new and creatively designed atmosphere that offers a dynamic work environment that stems from the artistry, design, and passion of the guitars that are built in it.
built to inspire
All our work areas have a design and purpose, not only to inspire but to show us that we create the best and most unique guitars in the world! Now it is for you to find out what we build.
precision guitars
CNC Precision used to shape and build our guitar bodies, necks and fretboards. With these new techniques we can achieve the ultimate precision in playability and comfort.
ultra modern painting systems
Our new custom booth allows us to create some of the most stunning and visually amazing finshes possible. All hand made, no finish is alike, creating a custom instrument every time.
