The Story Behind Henrix Guitars.
A Personal Journey.
I’m Henrik, the founder and luthier behind Henrix Guitars.
My journey with music started more than 25 years ago as a guitarist and bassist, constantly searching for instruments that felt inspiring, comfortable and truly connected to the player. That search eventually led me to build my own.
With a solid background in precision engineering and training as audio engineer, I approach instrument building from both a technical and a musical perspective. Every design decision is guided by a simple question: How can this improve the player’s experience?
Henrix Guitars was founded on the belief that modern instruments should do more than offer features. They should feel cohesive, intuitive and inspiring. Every instrument is built with care, attention to detail and a deep respect for the musicians who will ultimately bring it to life.
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Long before building instruments, I spent years playing them. More than 20 years on stage have shaped the way I think about them today.
Design Philosophy.
Henrix Guitars was founded with a clear goal: to create modern headless instruments without compromising on balance, playability or visual identity.
Every design decision serves a purpose.
Rather than following trends, my goal is to create instruments that do not confine the player, but spark inspiration – tools that allow the musician’s creativity to fully unfold and enhance the joy of playing. I wanted to create instruments that feel cohesive as a whole – combining modern functionality with timeless aesthetics.
Rethinking Guitar Design.
The goal was never to reinvent the guitar. The goal was to rethink specific design choices.
The first aspect was the bolt-on neck construction. The extended neck joint increases the contact area between neck and body, to maximize the stiffness of the guitar construction – the counterpart to the vibrating strings. An improved sustain and clarity is the result and this construction also allows for the unrestricted access to the 24th fret.
The next aspect was the neck pickup position. Because of the extended neck joint, the neck pickup naturally moves closer to the bridge. While originally a consequence of the construction, this became one of the defining tonal characteristics. This position offers more clarity, articulation and definition than a traditional neck pickup position.
The decision to build headless instruments was never based on aesthetics alone. A traditional angled headstock often requires a significantly larger neck blank, the headless construction allows a more efficient use of resources, while also improving balance, reducing weight and increasing tuning stability.
The benefit of the multiscale design is to maintain a more consistent string tension across the instrument, while supporting a comfortable hand position. These facts, alongside its flawless aesthetic fit within the modern concept, drove this logical design decision.
The custom machined headpiece is not simply a functional component. It visually reflects the geometric language of the Henrix logo and adapts to the string count of each instrument. And it somehow perfectly ties the whole design together visually.
Built Without Rush.
Some aspects of building an instrument can be accelerated. Others shouldn’t be. From wood preparation and machining to finishing, assembly and final setup, many steps require time to properly settle before the next can begin. For this reason, the typical build time is approximately 8-10 months, depending on specifications and current workload. The goal is not to build instruments as quickly as possible, but to build them as carefully as necessary.
What Happens During Those Months?
Wood Selection
Wood Preparation & Neck Construction
Machining
Fretwork
Finishing
Electronics & Final Assembly
Setup & Final Inspection
From Concept To Craft.
Design & Planning – from the first sketch to CAD models, every curve and contour is carefully thought out.
Wood Selection & Processing – choosing the right tonewoods and preparing them for their purpose.
CNC Precision & Handcrafting – blending modern technology with traditional craftsmanship for accuracy and soul.
Detail Work & Finishing – sanding, shaping, lacquering and polishing every guitar by hand.
Final Setup – fine-tuning each instrument to deliver flawless playability and inspiring tone.
Let’s connect.
If the philosophy behind Henrix resonates with you, I’d be happy to help you find the right instrument.