Maple Leaf Guitars
handcrafted acoustic guitars
“I build only about five guitars a year. Each carries its own spirit – born from wood. Unique and true. Made to become a piece of art and to inspire creativity.”
Patrick Grasser, Guitar Maker
The Big Leaf
Versatile. Balanced. Crafted to resonate.
The Big Leaf is the heart of my craft — warm, balanced, and deeply responsive. With its 12-fret neck and Manzer Wedge body, it offers exceptional comfort and playability. Clear in tone and appearance, this guitar is rooted in natural simplicity.
Equally suited for expressive fingerpicking and heartfelt strumming — it invites real songs to unfold.
How I build Guitars
It starts with the wood. Every piece has its own story, its own voice waiting to be found. The grain, the feel, the way it rings when tapped — that’s where the inspiration begins.
From there, I build by hand. Slowly, carefully, with an ear for responsiveness and a focus on balance and clarity. My aim is to create instruments that resonate — not just in sound, but with the people who play them.
A good guitar doesn’t just sound right. It inspires. It invites songs that haven’t been written yet.
What Artists Say About My Guitars
„It´s one of the lightest best sounding guitars I own. It has already inspired numerous new song ideas, and is now part of my go to tools for creativity!“
Taylor McCall
„Wow, what a beautiful piece of art and craftsmanship. It looks and sounds and plays fantastic.“
Slaid Cleaves
FURThER Guitar Models
Petite Leaf
A compact, expressive OM-style guitar with surprising depth and warmth. Perfect for fingerstyle, songwriting, or just sitting down and playing — effortless, nuanced, and personal.
New Leaf
A modern take with subtle design touches and refined playability. Balanced, responsive, and crafted for those who want something familiar — yet just a little different.