a 3 day guitar extravaganza
Experience the midwest’s largest and finest gathering of makers, players, and industry experts. Demo and purchase new, forthcoming and Summit-exclusive gear from over 50 luthiers, pedal makers, amp, and gear companies.
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meet the makers
Meet the makers and learn from the masters! Workshops. Master Classes. Jams and more. Plus an incredible lineup of featured concerts! A true gathering of the greats, featured speakers and attendees include Chris Martin IV (Martin Guitars), Josh Scott (JHS), Bob Taylor (Taylor Guitars), Jason Verlinde (Fretboard Journal), Terry Foster, Sofia Wolfson and so many more.
Featured Concerts
Hear amazing concerts & performances all summit long. Evening concerts from Deep Sea Diver (solo), Jake Xerxes Fussell, Antoine Boyer, Hand Habits, Michael Daves & Jacob Jolliff, and The Volcano Brothers. Of course, there’s always surprise guests at Fretboard Summit
Guitar Geeks Unite!
Happenings are all around Fretboard Summit. In addition to 100 boutique brands and independent luthiers, there’s demos of vintage guitars and amplifiers, hands-on workshops, science fairs, a wine tasting, a 5k run and even the return of the Summit Pinewood Derby
