UNLOCK YOUR FULL POTENTIAL AS A GUITAR MAKER
“A good teacher is worth their weight in gold, and it’s hard to imagine where I’d be today if it weren’t for Rye’s influence. I would encourage anyone looking to take their skills to the next level to give him a shout.”
WHAT I OFFER
17 + years of experience
Modern & traditional guitar construction
Theoretical & practical application of modal tuning
Modern bracing systems (Falcate, Lattice etc..)
Mastering handtools, (tuning, sharpening & maintenance)
Machine operation, maintenance and repair
Mastering carbon fibre in guitar construction
The business of guitar making
“Rye has been a consistent source of reliable knowledge and encouragement for me over the past few years. He has a deep understanding of the physics of the acoustic guitar and the practical application of that knowledge in shaping the sound of the instrument. He has also developed a workflow for building guitars in which every step is efficient and consistently yields high quality results – structurally, aesthetically and sonically. Whether I need a sanity check before implementing a new idea, require insights in developing those ideas, or become dissatisfied with an aspect of my own workflow, I often check in with Rye and he consistently provides valuable advice. He has become an indispensable long-distance mentor who has boosted my confidence in my own work.”
1:1 MENTORSHIP
Unlock your unique clean defined aesthetic
Gain a deeper understanding of the acoustic guitar
Practical application of modal tuning to MAXIMIZE your instruments acoustic potential
Build instruments that will hold their own among the worlds best
Take your craftsmanship from acceptable to PERFECTION
Modern bracing systems to take your sound to the next level
Tools, what you need and what you can leave behind
“The biggest influence on me becoming an acoustic guitar maker is Rye and I think meeting him is one of the greatest lucks of my life. He is the best guitar maker I've ever known, more serious about teaching than any other teacher I've ever met. A love for nature, family and children. Through him, I learned the new world of Acoustic Guitar and I can still go in that direction. If I hadn't met him, maybe I wouldn't currently be making acoustic guitars. I want to thank Rye indefinitely” -Jimi Park parkguitars.com
A 1:1 TEACHING EXPERIENCE TAILORED TO YOU
WHATS INCLUDED:
4 one hour long zoom sessions over 4 weeks valued at $997
Custom tutorial videos made specifically for YOUR needs valued At $497
Weekly text support via WhatsApp valued at $297
Cut out the noise and hone in on what you NEED to learn
Tired of getting lost in static online course content?
Sick of buying an online course only to find out you know half of the content?
I’ll be right there to guide you through every step
Start with what you NEED to know, not what you already know
“I had the good fortune of meeting Rye around the time I was building my second guitar, and over the years I would go to him for lessons and always found his style of teaching to be refreshing. He can go on and on about a given subject and yet nothing he ever says or does is without purpose. Eventually I decided to do a full build under his guidance, and this was a real milestone for me. The guitars I went on to build following this experience were good enough to get a nod of approval from other respected luthiers. Even these days, I still call Rye with questions from time to time, and always come away from our conversations feeling inspired. Nobody can succeed as a luthier without their own vision and a strong sense of determination. However, a good teacher is worth their weight in gold, and it’s hard to imagine where I’d be today if it weren’t for Rye’s influence. I would encourage anyone looking to take their skills to the next level to give him a shout!”
“Building a guitar with Rye was a pivotal experience for me and my confidence as a woodworker/craftsman. I was fairly new to any kind of precision woodworking but thanks to Rye’s vast stores of patients and knowledge I was able to make leaps and bounds in my woodworking skills and come away with a beautiful guitar that has become one of my most cherished possessions.”
A 1:1 TEACHING EXPERIENCE TAILORED TO YOU
WHATS INCLUDED:
4 one hour long zoom sessions over 4 weeks valued at $997
Custom tutorial videos made specifically for YOUR needs valued At $497
Weekly text support via WhatsApp valued at $297
Cut out the noise and hone in on what you NEED to learn