The Pinnacle of Precision. The Definition of Craft.

For over 20 years, I’ve lived and breathed guitars. Every fret dressed, every neck worked over, every pickup wound—these are not just steps in a process; they’re moments in a lifelong dedication to the craft. The Gams Designed Mastercraft Series is the culmination of those decades of experience. It’s where unmatched skill, uncompromising material selection, and meticulous attention to detail converge to create an instrument that stands at the very top of the GD Guitars lineup.

These are not just premium guitars. They are the guitars I would build for myself. The guitars I would proudly own, play, and cherish for a lifetime.

Mastercraft Means Top-Tier Everything

Premium Necks & Bodies
Each Mastercraft instrument starts with the finest neck and body combinations available—chosen for tone, stability, and feel. Woods are hand-selected, with grain orientation, density, and resonance all factored in to ensure the guitar sings acoustically before a single wire is soldered. Whether it’s an exotic all-rosewood neck or a flawlessly finished alder body, every piece is a foundation worthy of greatness.

World-Class Hardware
The Mastercraft series features only the most respected hardware in the industry—components that inspire confidence on stage and in the studio. From titanium saddles to precision locking tuners, every part is engineered for tuning stability, smooth playability, and years of performance without compromise.

Signature GD Pickups
Some Mastercraft models are made with a set of custom-wound Gams Designed Pickups—crafted for articulate response, tonal depth, and dynamic versatility. These aren’t off-the-shelf pickups; they’re designed in-house, voiced for the guitar they’re paired with, and built to deliver tones that inspire creativity.

Elite Electronics
Premium switches, pots, and wiring ensure every nuance of your playing is translated without loss or coloration. With innovative control layouts, the Mastercraft series delivers sonic flexibility worthy of its name.

The Signature of Excellence

Every Mastercraft guitar carries something no other GD instrument does: a laser-etched GD Guitars logo and serialized number. These serial numbers are recorded and stored securely at GDHQ for future reference—ensuring authenticity, provenance, and peace of mind for decades to come. Whether it’s for a legitimacy lookup, historical preservation, or customer inquiry, your guitar’s identity is preserved as part of the Gams Designed legacy.

A Lifetime of Skill, in Every Detail

The Mastercraft Series exists because of one simple truth: the best guitars are built by those who truly love them.
Over the last two decades, I’ve mastered the techniques, the patience, and the instincts needed to create instruments of the highest caliber. From the rounded fretboard edges that melt into your hand to the perfectly balanced weight and resonance, every decision is made with the goal of producing a guitar that exceeds expectations.

These aren’t just guitars to play. They’re guitars to keep. Guitars that become part of your story.

Why Mastercraft?

• Top-tier tonewoods – chosen for beauty, resonance, and stability

• Elite hardware & electronics – flawless function, lasting durability

• Custom-wound GD pickups – individually voiced for each instrument

• Laser-etched logo & serial – exclusive to Mastercraft

• Recorded provenance at GDHQ – authenticity guaranteed for life

• Crafted by a guitarist, for guitarists – built with passion, precision, and pride

The Spotlight of the GD Line

While every Gams Designed guitar receives the care and dedication it deserves, the Mastercraft Series represents the pinnacle—the spotlight of my craft. These are heirloom-quality instruments for players who demand the very best, without compromise.

Owning a Mastercraft is more than just owning a guitar.
It’s owning the very best I can build.