Hello, I’m Dennis Gramel, the creator behind Gramel Guitars & Pickups. What started as a deep-rooted passion for guitars, pickups, effects, and vintage tube amplifiers has grown into a full-fledged craft. I’ve always been fascinated by the unique magic of old-school sounds, and my mission is to merge that vintage vibe with the precision and quality of modern production practices.
At Gramel Guitars & Pickups, every instrument is built with meticulous care and attention to detail. Each guitar is equipped with high-performance carbon fiber rods, blind fret slots, and durable stainless steel frets—unless you specify a different preference, of course. These elements are not just about functionality but enhancing longevity and stability, ensuring your guitar plays perfectly for years to come.
All of our guitars and pickups are handcrafted in Karlstad, Sweden, where I’m committed to sustainability. Whenever possible, I use locally sourced or FSC-certified woods, making sure your guitar’s journey, from creation to final product, remains ethically sound and environmentally friendly.
Another thing that truly sets my work apart is that I design and wind every pickup myself. This allows me to fine-tune the sound to perfection, ensuring that the tonal quality of each guitar I build is as unique as the player who will play it. From the very first idea to the finished product, I oversee every step, so you can trust that your instrument is crafted with precision, passion, and care.
Whether you’re looking for that classic tone or something with a modern twist, I’m here to deliver an instrument that truly resonates with you. When you choose a guitar from Gramel Guitars, you’re not just getting a guitar; you’re getting an extension of my dedication to the craft and my commitment to creating something that will inspire you for years to come.
Thank you for checking my stuff out and if you have any questions, feel free to reach out and contact us.
Since this is an “about us” page I believe it’s important to share a bit about the craftsmanship behind the guitars and pickups you’ll find here.
From the very beginning, my passion for vintage instruments has driven my approach to building guitars. The captivating sounds of vintage electric guitars are what first drew me to this craft, and my goal is to bring that same timeless tone and feel to each instrument I create—while ensuring modern playability and durability.
When it comes to crafting each guitar, I start with the best materials I can source. Quality wood is the foundation of any great instrument, so I take great care in selecting only the finest cuts. Each piece is carefully seasoned and monitored using a Wagner Orion moisture meter, ensuring it’s properly dried and conditioned before it’s used in your custom guitar. This attention to detail ensures your instrument is stable and ready to perform for years to come.
For structural integrity and lasting performance, I incorporate carbon fiber rods into every neck and install stainless steel fretwire. This not only enhances durability but ensures that your guitar maintains its perfect playability and tone over time—free from warping or wear that might affect the sound and feel of lesser instruments.
Once the build is coming together, I take extra care to wind the pickups myself. I’ll create several samples to ensure the tonal balance is exactly what I’m after—whether it’s to capture the classic vintage sound or something more unique, the goal is always to match the sound to the vision, or your specifications.
If you’d like to get a sneak peek of your custom creation, I can also provide CAD-rendered images before starting the build process. This way, you can see exactly what your guitar will look like and be confident that it’s everything you envisioned.
Every guitar and pickup I make is built with precision, passion, and a commitment to quality. I want each instrument to be more than just a tool—it should feel like an extension of you.
When it comes to pickups, we all know that as guitarists, we’re often not looking for a perfectly machine-wound, mass-produced sound. Many of us feel that something essential is missing from that precision, a certain magic that’s hard to define but unmistakable when we hear it.
That’s why our pickups are carefully crafted by blending the best of both worlds: the vintage charm of hand-wound pickups with the precision of modern technology. Using a CNC-controlled pickup winder, I’m able to precisely manage factors like scatter and tension—ensuring a consistent product that sounds amazing every time, all while retaining that unique, handcrafted magic that makes a pickup feel alive.
The bobbins are made in-house, using the correct materials that mirror those used in classic pickups. This attention to detail allows me to faithfully reproduce the rich tones of vintage pickups, delivering a sound that transports you to the past while offering the reliability and consistency needed for today’s players.
Every pickup is built with the same care and dedication, ensuring that you get a product that blends the old-world sound with the modern precision every guitarist deserves.
– designed to make you play and sound better
From a rough stock to a premium guitar in your hands. Every guitar is made with the best materials by blending techniques from the sixties to the modern precision that’s available today. Vintage sound and appeal in collaboration with modern playability with a whole lot of mojo for your next session.
