From “Handbuch der Laute und Gitarre, Part 1”: KÖDEL, Wilhelm, Musical Instrument Maker, born on August 8, 1892 in Adorf (Vogtland), learned zither making from Adolf Meinel in Markneukirchen and also attended the technical school there. In 1913, he worked as an assistant for Franz Halbmeyer in Munich (guitar and lute making) and later returned as head assistant to Meinel.

Carlos Juan Busquiel was born in 1980 and began playing the guitar at the age of 12, although he also completed violin studies at the Conservatory. Later, he studied music and English at the University of Alicante and worked as a teacher for nine years.

“For almost four decades, I have been building guitars and passionately exploring the history and development of this wonderful instrument. It is a crucial moment for me in the evolution of the guitar. I have been fortunate to meet many personalities in the world of classical guitar, although I consider myself self-taught in guitar construction.

He describes himself as self-taught, exploring guitar construction through a trial-and-error method. He received his initial instructions in making guitars from the luthier León Vargas in Medellín. Since then, Miguel has supplemented his knowledge through the internet and by reaching out to other South American luthiers, particularly those in Argentina.