"I was born in Paris, France. As far as I can remember my life has been devoted to music. 18 years were spent living as a professional musician. In my search for the perfect guitar, I purchased many vintage instruments and began to restore and resell them. I came back full circle to my desire to be a luthier as a young man."
~ Laurent Brondel
Laurent Brondel is a luthier of remarkable skill, as evidenced by his ability to make phenomenal acoustic - and - electric guitars. He also just happens to be one hell of a player, too.
Laurent's sought after guitars exhibit a brilliant sense of design and big, enveloping sound that never fails to impress.
Legacy-Inspired Tone with Modern Playability
Brondel’s instruments blend vintage Martin-inspired voicing with contemporary build techniques like carbon-fiber-reinforced necks. They deliver a beautifully balanced voice - warm fundamentals with just-right sparkle - that’s both timeless and touch-sensitive.
Lightweight, Exceptionally Responsive Builds
Crafted from premium tonewoods, Brondels are notably lightweight (often under 5 lbs) yet surprisingly loud and resonant. Players often describe them as "where vintage voice meets modern agility" - guitars that are effortless to play and deeply musical.
Artist-Driven, Hand-Finished Details
Each guitar comes from Brondel’s singular vision as both luthier and musician. From Laurent’s early roots repairing vintage acoustics to his Paris-to-Maine journey, these guitars reflect an artist’s touch: refined aesthetics, voicing tailored for real players, and tonal nuance that invites exploration.
