Cross Guitars represents the culmination of Gene Gefellers’ lifelong dedication to music, faith, and the craft of instrument making. Operating from the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains in Greeneville, Tennessee, this registered trademark embodies traditional values of meticulous handwork and patience that define the region’s artisan heritage.

As a skilled luthier, Gefellers handbuilds each instrument at Cross Guitars, specializing in a diverse range of acoustic and electric guitars, including D series models, OOO and OM body styles, small-bodied guitars, cutaways, archtops, mandolins, and resonators. His expertise in construction translates directly to comprehensive guitar repair and setup services, as understanding an instrument’s build from the ground up provides invaluable insight for restoration and maintenance work.

The shop’s Appalachian roots inform both its craftsmanship philosophy and approach to instrument care. For players seeking a guitar tech who understands the intricacies of handbuilt instruments and brings a luthier’s perspective to fretwork and repairs, Cross Guitars offers the expertise that comes from years of dedicated instrument making in Tennessee’s rich musical tradition.