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Luthier on Luthier with Michael Bashkin

Michael Bashkin

Booking Overview

A monthly interview podcast focused on guitar building, lutherie, instrument design, and the business and craft of independent makers, typically featuring external luthiers, guitar-industry figures, and specialized musicians or educators. Suitable pitches include respected guitar builders, instrument designers, music educators, recording specialists, and professionals with distinctive expertise in the guitar world; booking difficulty is low to medium because the show prioritizes relevant niche expertise over mainstream celebrity.

Metrics

Episodes: 118

Frequency: Monthly

Rating: 4.7/5.0

Estimated listeners: 1,000 - 10,000

Gender skew: Male

Listener location: USA

YouTube: 68.0k subscribers

Instagram: 46.0k followers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

fretboardjournal@gmail.com

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Host

Michael Bashkin - Luthier and founder of Bashkin Guitars, specializing in handcrafted guitars and instrument design.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

low
Typical Credentials:  
Established or emerging luthiers, guitar builders, instrument designers, guitar-industry professionals, and specialized guitarists or educators with substantial practical expertise and a distinctive perspective.
Required Achievements:  
Operating an independent guitar-building or instrument-design practice, Developing distinctive construction methods, designs, or finishing techniques, Founding or contributing to guitar-industry organizations and showcases, Recording, teaching, or researching specialized guitar practices

Recent Guest Discussions

Jamie Gale - Guitar-industry Cycles, The Boutique Guitar Showcase, Business Lessons, Artificial Intelligence And Robotics, And Building A Distinctive Identity As An Independent Guitar Maker.

Paco Chorobo - The Transition From Telecommunications Engineering To Full-time Lutherie, Classical And Flamenco Guitar Construction, Traditional Craftsmanship, Modern Technology, And Designing Instruments For Individual Players.

Marco Bortolozzo - Mentorship, His Signature Olympic Ring Rosette, Neck-joint Design, And The Use Of Shellac Records In Guitar Finishes.

Thierry André - Instrument Design, Incorporating Surprise And Risk Into Handmade Instruments, And Lessons From His Apprenticeship.

Sean McGowan - His Archtop Foundation Recording Project, Recording The Distinctive Voices Of Archtop Guitars, Music Education, His Career As A Musician, And Making A Living In Contemporary Music.

Recent Topics

Music, Guitar Making, Lutherie, Acoustic Guitars, Instrument Design

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
Luthier on Luthier with Michael Bashkin
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118. Chris Holcomb

September 28, 2026

Chris Holcomb specializes in making world-class resonator guitars in Santa Cruz, California.    Chris built a guitar in his teens and has pursued the craft ever since. In episode 118, Chris tells us this wasn't a straightforward path, but one of persistence and dedication that ultimately paid off as he achieved his goal of making a life and living through his hands.    Link:  https://www.cfholcombguitars.com/ / https://www.instagram.com/c.f.holcombguitars/ Luthier on Luthier is hosted by Mic...

117. Jamie Gale

August 28, 2026

Jamie Gale is one of the most influential and forward-thinking voices in the guitar world. He is the founder of the Boutique Guitar Showcase, but his perspective goes far beyond guitars. His work has taken him into areas like artificial intelligence and robotics.  For episode 117, we talk about the changing cycles of the guitar industry, the rise of the Boutique Guitar Showcase, and some hard-earned lessons in business. Most importantly, Jamie shares his thoughts on what it takes for an indep...

116: Paco Chorobo

July 31, 2026

For episode 116, we're joined by Spanish guitarmaker Paco Chorobo from Úbeda, Spain.   Paco shares his journey from telecommunications engineer to full-time luthier and discusses his approach to building both classical and flamenco guitars while blending traditional hand craftsmanship with modern technology. We also explore the cultural roots of flamenco guitars, the construction differences between flamenco and classical instruments, and his philosophy of building guitars around the individu...

Frequently asked questions

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Luthier on Luthier with Michael Bashkin
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How do I get in touch with Luthier on Luthier with Michael Bashkin?

Luthier on Luthier with Michael Bashkin is hosted by Michael Bashkin. Its publicly listed email is fretboardjournal@gmail.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Luthier on Luthier with Michael Bashkin?

The publicly listed email for Luthier on Luthier with Michael Bashkin: fretboardjournal@gmail.com.

How many listeners does Luthier on Luthier with Michael Bashkin have?

Podseeker estimates Luthier on Luthier with Michael Bashkin reaches 1,000 to 10,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Luthier on Luthier with Michael Bashkin?

Luthier on Luthier with Michael Bashkin typically books rising experts. Typical guest background: Established or emerging luthiers, guitar builders, instrument designers, guitar-industry professionals, and specialized guitarists or educators with substantial practical expertise and a distinctive perspective. Common among recent guests: Operating an independent guitar-building or instrument-design practice; Developing distinctive construction methods, designs, or finishing techniques; Founding or contributing to guitar-industry organizations and showcases. Recent guests include Jamie Gale, Paco Chorobo, and Marco Bortolozzo.

How hard is it to get booked on Luthier on Luthier with Michael Bashkin?

Low. A guest with relevant expertise and a clear angle for its audience has a realistic chance.

What topics does Luthier on Luthier with Michael Bashkin cover?

Recent episodes cover Music, Guitar Making, Lutherie, Acoustic Guitars, and Instrument Design. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

fretboardjournal@gmail.com

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