Skytop guitars

EST. 2011 | USA

Acoustic Guitars

Eric weigeshoff | Luthier

“The player is just ‘in it’... Rewarded, while the forward projection to the room is not penalized in the least..”

Curved back of a Skytop guitar with cut-outs, featuring a glossy finish and a natural wood grain pattern.

  • Our signature side-sound port design reimagines traditional guitar construction by directing sound upward toward the player rather than projecting solely outward. The result? The player is just “in it”... Rewarded, while the forward projection to the room is not penalized in the least. This innovative approach allows musicians to feel more connected to their instrument, hearing every nuance with greater clarity and depth.

    Each Skytop Guitar is meticulously handcrafted, blending time-tested luthiery techniques with modern innovation. We source the finest tonewoods, paying close attention to resonance, sustain, and aesthetic beauty, ensuring that every guitar is as visually stunning as it is musically inspiring.

    When you commission a Skytop Guitar, you become part of the process. Every build is a collaborative journey, documented from start to finish, allowing you to witness your instrument come to life—from a dream and a stack of wood to a one-of-a-kind, luthier-built masterpiece.

Tiny Desk

demo

Experience the stunning tone of Skytop Guitars in this exclusive demo featuring fingerstyle virtuoso Yasmin Williams. Handcrafted by luthier Eric Weigeshoff, Skytop Guitars feature an innovative side-sound port design, creating an immersive playing experience.

boutique guitar showcase en tour | 2018 - 2024

  • Skytop guitar showcasing detailed views of the instrument. Includes the full guitar, close-up of the neck and tuners, side with soundholes, and bridge. Description text highlights features like ancient Kauri body, Fiemme spruce top, and ebony fretboard.

    BGS Entour 2023

  • Skytop acoustic guitar displayed against a black background at the Boutique Guitar Showcase enTour 2023.

    BGS Entour 2023

  • Skytop acoustic guitar with a unique body shape on a black background.

    BGS Entour 2022

  • Back view of a Skytop acoustic guitar with a dark wood finish against a black background.

    BGS entour 2022

  • Close-up of a Skytop acoustic guitar's curved body with wood finish on a black background, showcasing Boutique Guitar Showcase 2022.

    BGS entour 2022

  • Skytop acoustic guitar with unique design displayed on black background, labeled 'Boutique Guitar Showcase enTour 2021.'

    bgs entour 2021

  • Skytop acoustic guitar with a wooden body and unique soundholes on a black background.

    BGS Entour 2020

  • Front and back view of a Skytop acoustic guitar with a natural wood finish

    BGS Entour 2019

  • Back view of a Skytop acoustic guitar with a curved, patterned grain and sound ports.

    BGS Entour 2019

  • Poster for the Boutique Guitar Showcase featuring a close-up of a guitar with 'SkyTop Guitars | Dark side of the Moon' text, promoting the USA Tour 2018.

    BGS Entour 2018

eric weigeshoff | Luthier

“you’re collaborating in its creation, watching it evolve from raw wood into a one-of-a-kind expression of your artistry.”

Eric Weigeshoff holding a guitar next to his face

  • What truly sets Eric’s work apart is his innovative side-soundport design—foregoing the traditional soundhole, he directs the guitar’s resonance toward the player, creating an intimate and immersive playing experience without sacrificing projection. His instruments bridge time-honored craftsmanship with modern innovation, offering a connection between musician and instrument that is deeply personal.

    Beyond building extraordinary guitars, Eric is dedicated to making each client a part of the journey. When you commission a Skytop Guitar, you’re not just purchasing an instrument—you’re collaborating in its creation, watching it evolve from raw wood into a one-of-a-kind expression of your artistry.

life with strings attached | podcast

Eric Weigeshoff

Why handmade guitars matter.

In this episode of Life With Strings Attached, Boutique Guitar Showcase Curator Jamie Gale sits down with Eric Weigeshoff, the visionary luthier behind Skytop Guitars.

With a background in design and film, Eric brings a unique artistic approach to guitar making, crafting handmade acoustic guitars that merge innovation with tradition. His signature side-sound port design creates an immersive playing experience, allowing musicians to truly feel the unique resonance of their instrument.

Join us as we explore Eric’s journey, his inspirations from nature and rock climbing, and how he redefines the relationship between player and guitar.

gallery | Skytop guitars

Close-up of a Skytop guitar neck joint with polished wood finish
Skytop acoustic guitar with unique side sound hole design on a black background.
Back view of a Skytop acoustic guitar with a dark wood finish, highlighted against a black background.
Back view of a Skytop acoustic guitar with a spalted design
Skytop acoustic guitar with a natural wood finish against a dark background
Close-up of a Skytop acoustic guitar body with wooden grain and turquoise inlay. The guitar has a glossy finish and a dark background.