Jonas Anatol Schneele
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Luthier: Jonas Anatol Schneele
Frequently Asked Questions About Classical Guitars
How do I choose the right classical guitar for my level?
Choosing the right classical guitar depends on your playing level, musical goals, and budget. Beginners benefit from studio-model guitars from renowned workshops, while advanced players and professionals often choose a handmade master guitar. We are happy to advise you personally and can send detailed sound samples and videos on request.
What is the difference between a master guitar and a studio guitar?
Master guitars are built entirely by hand in the workshop of a single luthier, using only high-quality, well-aged tonewoods. Studio guitars are made in small series, often under the supervision of the master luthier, and offer excellent value for students and ambitious amateur players.
Can I try a classical guitar at home for 14 days?
Yes — every guitar you purchase from us comes with a 14-day home approval period. This complimentary trial applies worldwide to all orders, whether you are in Germany, Europe, the USA, Asia or anywhere else. We ship your instrument fully insured in a high-quality case so you can play it under your own acoustic conditions. If the guitar is not the right one for you, simply send it back and receive a full refund of the purchase price.
Can I try a classical guitar before purchasing?
Absolutely. You are warmly invited to visit our showroom in Karlsruhe, Germany, and test the instruments at your leisure. We are happy to schedule a personal appointment. If a visit is not possible, we send detailed videos and sound samples, and offer extensive consultation by phone or video call.
What payment methods and financing options do you offer?
We accept bank transfer, PayPal, major credit cards, and Klarna. For high-value instruments, we offer individual installment plans on request. Please contact us directly — we will find a suitable solution for every budget.
How do I properly care for my classical guitar?
A classical guitar requires constant humidity between 45 and 55 percent. Store the instrument in its case with a humidifier, avoid direct sunlight and large temperature fluctuations. Change the strings regularly and clean the guitar with a soft microfiber cloth.
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Biography
Jonas Anatol Schneele was born in 1983 in the Allgäu region of Bavaria, Germany. His passion for the guitar began early in life and soon evolved into a deep fascination with guitar making. After completing formal training as a carpenter, he decided to pursue his love for wood and sound, graduating from the renowned vocational school for plucked instrument building in Mittenwald in 2007.
Between 2009 and 2013, Jonas refined his craftsmanship at dieGitarre.ch, a specialized guitar shop in Winterthur, Switzerland, owned by Jury Roten. There, he managed the master guitar repair department and built his first professional concert guitars.
Inspired by the diverse needs of professional musicians and through close exposure to a wide variety of instruments and luthiers, Jonas designed his first personal concert guitar model. This significant step was supported by his collaboration with guitarist and shop manager Franco Marioli and the acclaimed Michael Winkler of the Eos Guitar Quartet.
From 2013 to 2016, Jonas Anatol Schneele further expanded his expertise by studying musical-instrument making in Markneukirchen, Germany, focusing on acoustics, restoration, innovative construction methods, and modern instrument design. In 2017, he introduced a new refined guitar model and successfully earned his master craftsman’s certificate in Mittenwald.
Since 2017, Jonas has been working as an independent master luthier in Sonthofen, located in the Oberallgäu region. In his workshop, he builds high-quality concert guitars and restores historical plucked instruments with great precision, combining traditional craftsmanship with innovative approaches to meet the highest artistic and tonal standards.