About
Michael Edgeworth is a classical guitar maker.
Having taken every opportunity to refine every element of his classical guitars - most importantly the sound - Michael Edgeworth’s instruments are unique, special and distinct.
“What is an excellent classical guitar and how can I build one?”
Michael devoted his whole twenties to answering this question, a decade-long journey which led him to mastering traditional classical guitar building techniques, developing exciting ideas on classical guitar design and ultimately his newest model, The Praemordia.
an exciting 2025
In early 2025, the Edgeworth workshop relocated to Bloomsbury, in central London. As well as refining the Praemordia model guitar, Michael looks forward to welcoming many classical guitarists to the workshop - offering classical guitar setups - and being a part of the classical guitar scene in London.
Michael has developed his craft by listening to the thoughts and feedback of classical guitar players, makers and dealers. With the establishment of his new workshop in Bloomsbury, Michael is looking forward to collaborating with the London guitarists; the teachers, students, dealers, music theorists, composers, historians; to learn and share knowledge with the aim of further improving the guitars.
Antonio Marin Montero Competition Finalist 2023
Maker at Cockpit Arts, Bloomsbury, London 2025
Arts Society GLA Awardee 2025
Why buy an Edgeworth Guitar?
Expertise:
Having spent years seeking feedback from the best classical guitar players, dealers and guitars makers in England and Spain - learning what the modern classical guitarist requires - Michael has developed the Praemordia model to fulfil the practical and aesthetic requirements of the today’s classical guitarist. They are aimed at professional players, and so classical guitarists of every level should feel unfettered on Michael Edgeworth instruments.
Value:
Although Edgeworth guitars seemingly fall into the typical price bracket for handmade instruments, there are several offers/schemes which make them particularly good value. Such as my 20% discount for conservatoire students and under 18s. As well as a scheme to equip Edgeworth guitars with Rodgers tuners, and the finest hardcases.
A taste of England:
The design of the Praemordia model is inspired by instruments built in England going back centuries. The sound informed by the most talented guitarists, makers and dealers around the country. The rosette is inspired by a lost 18th century English craft that Michael is fascinated by.
