John Price

John Price is an Australian luthier of English origin whose innovative approach has made him one of the most respected figures in modern classical guitar making. Trained as a cabinetmaker before discovering lutherie through self-teaching, he combines technical precision with creative experimentation to craft instruments that unite power, balance, and expressive nuance. Over decades of work, Price has developed his own construction techniques—especially in optimizing the vibratory response of the soundboard - to achieve remarkable volume, tonal richness, and a wide dynamic range. His guitars are played by leading concert artists such as Jorge Morel, Ricardo Cobo, Muriel Anderson, Jorge Caballero, and even George Benson and Andy Summers, attesting to their versatility and excellence. Built in his Australian workshop, each instrument reflects Price’s philosophy of continuous refinement and his lifelong fascination with sound, craftsmanship, and the endless possibilities of the guitar.

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John Price – Guitars from Down Under

John Price, originally from England, emigrated to Australia, where he has become one of the most respected modern classical guitar makers. Trained as a cabinetmaker, he discovered the art of luthiery as a self-taught craftsman. With decades of experience and a spirit of experimentation, he has developed exceptional guitars that combine superb tonewood selection with innovative construction methods.

His philosophy centers on the vibratory properties of the soundboard, aiming to produce instruments with remarkable volume, a wide tonal spectrum, and rich nuance. The result is guitars that deliver outstanding projection, clarity, and expressiveness.

John Price’s classical guitars are played by an impressive roster of concert guitarists and performers worldwide, including Jorge Morel, Ricardo Cobo, Muriel Anderson, Krzysztof Pelech, Rene Izquierdo, Elina Chekan, Jorge Caballero, Ricardo Iznaola, Ignacio Barcia, Jason Behr, Anthony Bez, Candice Mowbray, and notable musicians such as George Benson and Andy Summers (The Police).

John Price – How It All Started

John Price’s fascination with the guitar began at the age of eight, when he first played a cheap metal-string guitar with a cowboy design. After breaking all its strings, he replaced them with his father’s fishing line—a playful yet defining moment that marked the start of his lifelong passion. As he puts it, “I’ve been stringing ever since.”

In the 1970s, his family moved from the Midlands to Australia, where John pursued a career in cabinetmaking. Working with diverse woods, tools, and machines laid the groundwork for his evolution into a master luthier. This combination of craftsmanship, curiosity, and dedication to sound has made him one of the most innovative guitar builders in Australia today.