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JDS Guitars are makers of custom guitars and mandolins, also offering repair and restoration of vintage instruments.

A Word About Commissioning a Guitar from Jerry

Your order is the beginning of a relationship between you and the builder. If you wish, you will be involved in the decision making process of building your instrument. It is more important for you to find the guitar that meets your wants and needs than it is for me to sell lots of options; therefore I will help you choose wisely regarding value.

 I will help you learn about woods and materials. We can use your playing style, physical characteristics, playing venues, and personal preferences as benchmarks to discuss the elements of tone, playability, intonation, aesthetics, and volume. As much as possible I will try to dispel myths and lore so you can make intelligent decisions about the design of your instrument. 

Just as important, please do not feel intimidated about what you may not know. While my expertise is guitars, yours may be something else. I will help you understand the lingo and the names guitar parts so you can feel confident in our discussions. 

See Jerry Shadrick and one of his guitars in action

Hey Jerry,
I just finished two days of recording basic tracks on a project with Mick Byrd in Columbia. It's mostly acoustic "roots" music, so I was very particular (as he was) about the acoustic I chose. I took several of my guitars and ended up using only the JDS for everything. It sounds so good in the studio and performed better than the Martin or my Carvin. Just thought you would want to know...
Stay warm!
                    Brad  Camdenton Mo.

 I have been playing for 20 years and have owned  some beautiful guitars. I have owned Avalon, Martin and Guild guitars and this guitar is the equal to all and better than some.

Bob Smith - Kansas City, Mo

I was torn between buying a high-end Martin or commissioning a custom guitar.   I chose to have Jerry build me a top-of-the-line dreadnought.  I have never been sorry! This guitar cuts through a jam session with the best of them.  I call it my banjo killer!

Kevin - Mt.Home, AR

JDS Guitars provide one on one training for individuals to learn the skills knowledge and source of Lutherie, so they can continue to refine their abilities on their own. Our training program allows students to learn the art of Lutherie as they design and build their own instrument.

• 1 month course - $2,600
• 2 month course - $4,600
• 3 month course - $8,200
• 4 month course - $12,200