For me, building a guitar is an exploration of sound, materials, design, and the possibilities of the instrument itself.
My ellipse bracing system grew from this same curiosity, questioning familiar construction methods o explore new possibilities in acoustic design. Deeper explanation found on my FAQ  page.

Traditional craftsmanship provides the foundation, but curiosity continually leads me to question familiar forms and explore new possibilities in acoustic design. The character of each piece of wood, the geometry of the structure, and the smallest construction decisions all contribute to the instrument that emerges.

At JOI Guitars, sound comes first. Each instrument explores how design, materials and construction can work together to create a distinctive voicing. I seek to bring each instruments possibilities into balance with its musical purpose. 

The stories behind the materials and the ideas behind the design are equally important to me. They give each guitar its own identity—not as decoration added to an instrument, but as part of the reason that particular instrument came into being.

My aim is to create guitars that reward both playing and contemplation: instruments grounded in traditional craft, shaped by experimentation, and guided by the belief that there is always more to discover.