"Our purpose is to build instruments with superbly rich tone, refined designs and appointments, and the greatest playability available in an acoustic guitar."
~ James & Luke Goodall
Goodall Guitars has been pursuing “Acoustic Excellence” since 1972, building instruments with lush, lyrical tone, refined design, and effortless playability. Each guitar is handcrafted in Sparta, Tennessee, with the goal of inspiring players through a clear voice and beautifully natural wood selections - no flash, just elegance and substance.
Whether you’re drawn to fingerstyle or flatpicking, Goodall offers a range of models and wood combinations tailored to your playing style, and every build reflects the care and skill of a true luthier’s touch. These are lifetime guitars, plain and simple.
Built just right
Each Goodall guitar is thoughtfully built to strike that perfect balance between tonal richness and long-term stability. Bracing is carefully engineered to support the structure without ever getting in the way of the instrument’s voice - allowing every note to breathe and bloom. And with a 5-year warranty, you can trust that your guitar is built to go the distance.
With precision and attention to detail
Every Goodall guitar is custom designed and meticulously built by the father-son team of James and Luke Goodall in their Sparta, Tennessee shop. With over 75 years of combined experience at the bench, their shared commitment to tone, detail, and feel is evident in every instrument they create.
Engineered for playability
Designed by James Goodall, each model is shaped for comfort, playability, and a consistently inspiring tone - no matter the size. Every body style carries the unmistakable Goodall voice, making them a joy to play for musicians of all styles and builds.
