Anderson Guitarworks

Overview

Anderson Guitarworks is a small American manufacturer of custom electric guitars, specializing in high-end S-style and T-style models built to order. The company emphasizes playability, tone, and construction quality, offering extensive customization options through its build-your-own configurator. It maintains a direct sales model with shipping from the US and a serial number lookup for all guitars produced since inception.¹⁵⁶

History

Tom Anderson founded Anderson Guitarworks in the mid-1980s, launching it as Tom Anderson Guitarworks with a focus on superior electric guitars. The Pro Am series was introduced early as a flagship model noted for its performance. The company has remained independent, producing guitars with traceable serial numbers representing build dates since 1984.¹⁵

Product Lines

Manufacturing

Guitars are manufactured in the United States by this small American company, with production tracked via serial numbers on the headstock or neck plate. Builds are custom-ordered, fulfilled within 5 business days for in-stock items, and all models are made to precise specs.¹³⁴

Notable Products

• Pro Am - Clean no-pickguard S-style with traditional body woods for rock performance.
• The Classic - Modified traditional S-style with pickguard and vintage-inspired improvements.
• Drop Top - Exotic wood top with bent forearm contour for comfort and aesthetics.
• Icon Classic - Iconic styling with 3 knobs, top jack, and high-end Anderson components.

Reputation

Enthusiasts value Anderson Guitarworks for exceptional playability, build quality, and customizable high-end electric guitars suited for professional use. The brand is recognized among boutique builders for consistent performance since 1984, with serial number tracking aiding ownership history. Limited information on widespread criticisms, though its small-scale operation implies niche appeal rather than mass-market presence.¹⁵