Where are .strandberg* guitars made?
.strandberg* guitars are designed in Sweden and have been manufactured in several countries over the years. The country of origin depends on the model and production period, while every instrument is built according to our design specifications and quality requirements.
In this article you can find an overview of our current and recent production, along with information on how to identify where a specific guitar was made.
Production in Indonesia
Since 2017, we have worked closely with PT Cort in Surabaya, Indonesia, as our primary manufacturing partner.
In 2022, a dedicated .strandberg* production facility opened within the PT Cort complex. It supports the complete manufacturing process, from wood selection and machining to finishing, assembly, setup, and final inspection.
Every instrument is built to our designs and specifications. Our teams work directly with the factory throughout product development and production, with regular quality audits and continuous improvements to materials, processes, and consistency.
Learn more about .strandberg* manufacturing and quality control.
Production in China
A limited part of our Boden Essential production now takes place in China. This supplements our main production in Indonesia and allows us to meet demand for the Essential series.
Production in Japan
A number of .strandberg* series, such as the J Custom, Master Artist and J Artisan series, have been exclusively made in Japan in collaboration with master builder Nick “Sugi” Sugimoto and his team.
Produced in strictly limited quantities, these instruments combine .strandberg*’s ergonomic design with carefully selected woods, distinctive finishes, and the attention to detail associated with Japanese master craftsmanship.
The Swedish-made Boden Futur
The Boden Futur series marked the return of .strandberg* guitar production to Sweden and became our first ever serial-produced Swedish guitar series.
These instruments were built by skilled craftspeople in Sweden using carefully selected tonewoods, Swedish-made hardware, Lundgren pickups, and True Temperament stainless-steel frets.
Production of the Boden Futur has now ended. However, a limited number of instruments remain available and can be purchased while stocks last.
Where was my guitar made?
The first letter or letters of the serial number can often identify where a .strandberg* guitar was manufactured:
- C – Indonesia
- J – Japan
- D - Japan (production before 2026) or China (production starting from 2026)
- W – South Korea
- Y – China
- G or TT – Sweden
Serial-number formats have changed over the years, so some instruments may use a different format.
For more information, or to look up a particular instrument, see our serial-number guide and verification database.