Every month, luthier Michael Bashkin interviews some of his favorite fellow guitar builders, makers and creatives on the Luthier on Luthier podcast. Acoustic, electric, flattop, archtop and everything in-between... brought to you by the Fretboard Journal
Luthier on Luthier with Michael Bashkin
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Every month, luthier Michael Bashkin interviews some of his favorite fellow guitar builders, makers and creatives on the Luthier on Luthier podcast. Acoustic, electric, flattop, archtop and everything in-between... brought to you by the Fretboard Journal
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Recent Episodes
May 28, 2026
114. Thierry André
Luthier Michael Bashkin interviews luthier Thierry André about his unique instrument design process and the importance of surprise in his creations.
April 28, 2026
113. Sean McGowan
<div>For episode 113 of Luthier on Luthier, I'm joined by guitarist and educator Sean McGowan. </div> <div> </div> <div>We focus on his recent Archtop Foundation recording project, featuring 20 tracks across nine exceptional Blue series archtop guitars, and dig into his detailed approach to capturing their unique voices in the studio. Sean also shares highlights from his musical journey, his work as an educator at the University of Colorado in Denver, and the realities of making a living as a modern musician. </div> <div> </div> <div>Link: <a href= "https://seanmcgowanguitar.com/">https://seanmcgowanguitar.com/</a></div> <div> </div> <div>Luthier on Luthier is hosted by Michael Bashkin of <a href="https://www.bashkinguitars.com">Bashkin Guitars</a> and brought to you by the <a href= "https://shop.fretboardjournal.com/products/fretboard-journal-annual-subscription"> Fretboard Journal</a>. This episode is sponsored by <a href= "https://loothgroup.com">the Looth Group</a>, <a href= "https://www.dreamguitars.com/">Dream Guitars</a> and <a href= "https://www.stewmac.com/?irclickid=VA-TmuXZ%3AxyPUn0Ut-05ZTupUkHUPAzGE2bmy00&utm_source=3755630&utm_medium=Impact&utm_campaign=3755630&utm_content=Online%20Tracking%20Link_1303370&irgwc=1&partner=Fretboard%20Journal&mpid=3755630&group="> StewMac</a>.</div>
March 30, 2026
112. Otto D'Ambrosio
<div>For episode 112 of the podcast, I'm talking with Otto D'Ambrosio.</div> <div><br /> Otto wears two hats—as a solo luthier and Chief Designer at Eastman Guitars—and he walks us through his journey from working with legends like Flip Scipio, John Monteleone, and Carl Thompson to his role today, bridging the gap between hands-on building and production design.</div> <div> </div> <div>We talk about how the pandemic pushed him into 3D CAD, changing the way he collaborates with Eastman's workshops, and dive into some of his design work—including the Fullertone neck system, his boutique archtop builds, and an upcoming project comparing domestic and European tonewoods.</div> <div><br /> Links:</div> <div><a href="https://dambrosioguitars.com/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener" data-saferedirecturl= "https://www.google.com/url?q=https://dambrosioguitars.com/&source=gmail&ust=1774979592341000&usg=AOvVaw1fKtp49sUVb5NGmf-Y6ZDq"> https://dambrosioguitars.com/</a></div> <p>Luthier on Luthier is hosted by Michael Bashkin of <a href= "https://www.bashkinguitars.com">Bashkin Guitars</a> and brought to you by the <a href= "https://shop.fretboardjournal.com/products/fretboard-journal-annual-subscription"> Fretboard Journal</a>. This episode is sponsored by <a href= "https://loothgroup.com">the Looth Group</a>, <a href= "https://www.dreamguitars.com/">Dream Guitars</a> and <a href= "https://www.stewmac.com/?irclickid=VA-TmuXZ%3AxyPUn0Ut-05ZTupUkHUPAzGE2bmy00&utm_source=3755630&utm_medium=Impact&utm_campaign=3755630&utm_content=Online%20Tracking%20Link_1303370&irgwc=1&partner=Fretboard%20Journal&mpid=3755630&group="> StewMac</a>.</p> <p>Michael Bashkin's Hub of Acoustics 2026 US Academy: <a href= "https://hubofacoustics.com/en/#Colorado_Academy">https://hubofacoustics.com/en/#Colorado_Academy</a></p>
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