Josh Williams Guitars

Josh Williams' journey into guitar building started with a deep-seated passion for engineering, hands-on craftsmanship, and a lifelong love of music. What began as a suggestion from a friend has evolved into a thriving endeavor where Josh and his dedicated California-based team pour their heart and soul into every instrument they create.
Location: Vista, CA | Employees: 3 | Guitars Built Per Year: 100 | Notable Model: Mockingbird

Models We Love

Mockingbird

A true semi-hollow body construction, with laminated Top/Back/Sides with a centerblock. Features a 16” lower bout, Mahogany neck, and binding throughout. Available in 4 different neck thicknesses to achieve that perfect neck size you’re looking for. Many available options for you to select from.

KEY FEATURES:

  • True Semi-Hollow Construction with Vintage Specs
  • Pressed Top, Back, and Sides
  • Wire Harness With The Highest Quality Pots, Caps, and Switch
  • 16” Lower Bout
  • Many Custom Build Options Like Neck Size, Inlay, Finish Type, and more
Hollowbird

A fully hollow-body construction, with laminated Top/Back/Sides, giving you that warm balanced tone with a bit more mellow attack. Features a 16” lower bout, Mahogany neck, and binding throughout. Available in 4 different neck thicknesses to achieve that perfect neck size you’re looking for. Many available options for you to select from.

KEY FEATURES:

  • True Hollowbody Construction
  • Pressed Top, Back, and Sides
  • Wire Harness With The Highest Quality Pots, Caps, and Switch
  • 16” Lower Bout
  • Many Custom Build Options Like Neck Size, Inlay, Finish Type, and more

Stella | Carved Top

The Stella Carved Top features a carved Maple top on a Mahogany Body, 2 pickup configuration, a set neck construction, and binding throughout. A great option for those looking for a lighter weight, smaller body design, but still maintaining that iconic single cutaway carved top look and tone.

KEY FEATURES:

  • Carved Maple Top with Lightweight Mahogany Body
  • Wire Harness With The Highest Quality Pots, Caps, and Switch
  • Lots of Custom Build Options Like Neck Size, Inlay, Finish Type, and more
Stella | Semi-Hollowbody

The Stella Semi-Hollow features a true semi-hollow with a pressed laminated top, 2 pickup configuration, a set neck construction, and binding throughout. A great option for those looking for a lightweight, smaller body design, but still maintaining that semi-hollowbody tone.

KEY FEATURES:

  • True Semi-Hollow Construction
  • Wire Harness With The Highest Quality Pots, Caps, and Switch
  • Smaller body design to maintain comfort and weight
  • Binding throughout
  • Lots of Custom Build Options Like Neck Size, Inlay, Finish Type, and more