Sandoval Engineering

New Address

admin — Wed, 07 Oct 2015 16:48:53 +0000

Follow Karl on Instagram!

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HATS & TEES – OH MY!

admin — Fri, 12 Jul 2013 02:22:53 +0000

CLICK HERE to shop!
Show your love of the authentic luthier himself, Karl Sandoval, with one of these tees or hats.
Email if your country is not listed for shipping. We will take care of it right away!

Stay true- don’t support knock-offs.

Repairs & Custom Fabrication

admin — Thu, 07 Jun 2012 17:52:47 +0000

Accidents happen. Life happens.

Karl Sandoval also services your guitar or bass.
Repairs and services include (…but not limited to)

- Complete Guitar and Bass Set Up
- Electronics
- Woodwork
- Custom Paint
- Fret Work
- Parts Replacement
- Full Service Guitar and Bass Customization

Karl Sandoval is a master luthier with over 35 years of experience in custom guitar work and fabrication. He is best known for some of his iconic electric custom guitars for major recording artists. He prides himself on solid work and superior quality craftsmanship. Sandoval Engineering is a creative and full service custom guitar designer. Give Sandoval Engineering a call (562) 693-5008 or email (karl@karlsandoval.com) with any questions regarding your guitar or bass.

Where the legend all started… with a Flying V

admin — Sun, 12 Jun 2011 00:14:37 +0000

When Karl Sandoval started as a luthier he probably never imagined the hands that would play his custom electric guitars…

Randy ordered the guitar on July 3rd, 1979 from Karl Sandoval. The guitar was completed November 22nd, 1979.

This guitar is OFTEN copied, but NEVER duplicated.

Support the handcrafted original by the Master Luthier, Karl Sandoval.

Even thinking about buying a V that claims to be original? Talk to Karl. He knows each and every one of these works of arts that is out there. Chances are, if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is. Do your homework, don’t settle for a cheap knock off.

You can call and speak with Karl himself at his workshop in Southern California.
Call (562) 693-5008 or Email karl@karlsandoval.com

Life of a Master Luthier

admin — Wed, 12 Jan 2011 00:39:44 +0000

Ambitious by nature, from an early age Karl Sandoval was encouraged by mentors to learn all that he could about the construction of objects. Whether he was working with wood, metal, or a variety of materials; he had little difficulty diving into challenging projects better suited for more experienced craftsmen.

Stemming from humble beginnings and being a product of the 50’s and 60’s, Karl was no stranger to hard work. He developed skills and grew resourceful, always finding ways to acquire all he desired. Mowing lawns, taking a paper route, recycling and bartending were just a few of the things that helped propel him to achieve his passions.

According to Karl, his start in becoming a Master luthier began in a classroom.

“In high school, I chose mechanical drafting, woodshop, and metal shop as electives. It was here I was introduced to a variety of woodworking hand tools and machinery I would eventually come to utilize throughout my career. These classes fueled my interests and awakened in me a creativity and appreciation for design. I succeeded in these classes; excelling with the more difficult and complex projects, all while always challenging my creativity.” It was this humble beginning that paved the road to where Karl Sandoval is today.