Burch Custom Acoustic Guitars brings decades of lutherie expertise to Louisville’s music community through luthier T.J. Burch, who honed his craft under the late master builder Ted Harlan. While the shop is renowned for its custom-built acoustic guitars‚featuring traditional dreadnought, orchestra, 000, and parlor body styles‚T.J.’s deep understanding of guitar construction and repair techniques makes him a trusted resource for vintage guitar work and instrument restoration.

His background in fine woodworking and traditional joinery translates directly into meticulous fretwork, guitar setup, and structural repairs that preserve the integrity of heirloom instruments. T.J.’s philosophy centers on building guitars that improve with age, and this same attention to detail extends to his repair work. Every instrument receives the careful consideration of a craftsman who understands tonewoods, bracing patterns, and the subtle adjustments that can transform playability.

Beyond custom builds, T.J. also teaches lutherie classes, sharing hand-tool techniques and time-honored methods with aspiring guitar builders. His commitment to craftsmanship over quantity ensures that each instrument‚whether a new commission or a vintage restoration‚receives the patient, skilled attention it deserves.