Sarcastic Guitars in Jennerstown, Pennsylvania specializes in custom and boutique guitar builds crafted by luthier Sean Carnahan. Formerly operating as Scar Guitars, the shop has built a reputation for creating pro-grade, one-of-a-kind instruments using traditional handmade techniques without CNC equipment. Carnahan brings decades of finish carpentry experience to his lutherie work, focusing on meticulous fretwork, precise setups, and exceptional playability in every build.

The shop sources premium lumber locally from Southwestern Pennsylvania, including unique native woods like Sassafras and Butternut, often capped with spalted or curly maple. Their signature “Barnboard” guitars incorporate reclaimed barn wood over a century old, with original nail holes and character marks intentionally preserved. Each instrument features high-quality electrical components from CTS, Seymour Duncan, DiMarzio, and Tone Hatch pickups.

Working either on individual builds or small batches, Carnahan personally selects each piece of wood based on tonal qualities and visual appeal. Musicians praise his attention to detail and craftsmanship, with custom instruments that rival high-end factory guitars in both sound and playability. The guitar tech’s approach ensures every Sarcastic Guitar is tailored specifically to the player.