Showalter Guitars

Showalter Guitars We specialize in using local Shenandoah Valley tonewoods to create handmade acoustic guitars. If you're looking for a guitar, see Showalter Guitars first!

Call 540-820-1525 for an appointment to visit. Stephen Showalter is a woodworker who used to primarily build cabinets and furniture. But in 2013, he discovered his passion for making guitars and enrolled in luthier classes! He hasn't stopped working since, creating hand-crafted, local-wood acoustic guitars that are beautiful in both craft and sound. He averages about 12 guitars a year but hopes to

increase production rate even more! Stephen studied under luthiers Kent Carlos Everett and Ron Sharp, a student of Wayne Henderson.

The next generation in the guitar shop. Can hardly wait to reveal what he’s working on. It’s going to be fun!
09/01/2026

The next generation in the guitar shop. Can hardly wait to reveal what he’s working on. It’s going to be fun!

This guys has been building, creating and inventing for a long time but still likes playing with “new to us” toys and ji...
08/31/2026

This guys has been building, creating and inventing for a long time but still likes playing with “new to us” toys and jigs in the shop. 🥳

08/26/2026

Love seeing a custom in its new home. Randy, we hope your duo brings many beautiful times ahead. What a special family treat to include wood from home and carry a family nickname into the new instrument.

We received word that this beautiful parlor guitar made it to her new home in Kansas and is making beautiful music. Glad...
08/24/2026

We received word that this beautiful parlor guitar made it to her new home in Kansas and is making beautiful music. Glad to hear it! Martin Bosch Enjoy!

08/18/2026

Serial No 163 Sycamore OOO donated to Mennonite Relief sale. Come bid on it! October 2-3 2026 Rockingham County Fair Grounds. See ya there!

Who's going to the VA Mennonite Relief sale this fall? Make sure to place your bid on Serial No. 162. It's a beauty!
08/17/2026

Who's going to the VA Mennonite Relief sale this fall? Make sure to place your bid on Serial No. 162. It's a beauty!

This Sycamore guitar with highly figured grain and satisfying tone ...

Summer projects well underway.
08/10/2026

Summer projects well underway.

08/04/2026

Let’s hear several back to back. Which is your favorite?

Have you ever wondered what those trees outside in your back yard would sound like in a guitar? Here are seven Showalter...
08/03/2026

Have you ever wondered what those trees outside in your back yard would sound like in a guitar? Here are seven Showalters back to back. Tell us which one is your favorite!

“Different timbers create unique sounds, but I have never found a tone deaf wood.” Stephen Showalter

How do Sycamore, Poplar, Locust, Walnut, Osage Orange, Maple and As...

07/30/2026

These are the Good Ol’ Days. Don’t let ‘em go to waste.

Saul Schrock enjoying Sycamore and Maple Free Spirit Serial No 181.

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6160 Williamsburg Road
Linville, VA
22834

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+15408201525

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