Episode Details

Join "The Acoustic Shoppe Knows People" as they host the esteemed luthier Richard Hoover, founder of the Santa Cruz Guitar Company.

In this episode, Richard shares anecdotes from his career and the origins of his collaboration with legendary musician Tony Rice, and the development of the iconic Tony Rice model, blending vintage aesthetics with modern playability. We also discuss the physics behind soundhole size and the art of custom guitar building, where listening to artists' needs and values reigns supreme.

This podcast offers a unique insight into the acoustic guitar world and celebrates the passion and craft of creating extraordinary instruments.