About us

Founded on December 1, 2015, Stapleton Guitars Ltd. is a proudly New Zealand-owned company based in the heart of Canterbury. From the beginning, our mission has been to create high-quality, handmade guitars that reflect the passion, precision, and individuality of the musicians who play them.

We specialise in crafting acoustic, electric, and bass guitars, each built from the ground up using a combination of traditional woodworking techniques and modern innovation. Every instrument we produce is carefully designed to offer exceptional tone, playability, and aesthetic appeal.

Equally important to us is the sound at the core of every guitar. That’s why we were focused on building guitar pickups from the beginning—because we wanted to have full control over the guitar sound. By designing and handcrafting our own pickups in-house, we ensure that each component of the instrument works together in perfect harmony, delivering a truly integrated sound experience.

At Stapleton Guitars, every guitar is more than just an instrument—it’s a collaboration between craftsmanship and creativity. Proudly handmade in New Zealand, our guitars and pickups are built to inspire, perform, and endure, serving musicians across the country and around the world.