CRAFTED UNIQUELY FOR YOU

Discover the true meaning of Tailor-made guitar: Based on your music, technique, style, and posture, I'll craft your unique guitar to elevate your performance to new heights. Curious about how I do it?

Unlike many other luthiers, you won't be left alone in the uncertainty of choosing woods, hardware, electronics, scale length, or fret materials. Your instrument will take shape only after we've closely collaborated to understand everything you need, what you like, your music, your posture, and even any physical challenges, such as tendinitis or back pain.

MY APPROACH TO TAILORING

I’ll listen to all the music you provide to capture the exact tone you love. By understanding your musical style, I can tailor the guitar’s voice to match your artistic vision. I’ll also ask for photos of you playing to assess your posture and how you hold the instrument, both standing and sitting. This helps ensure the guitar is ergonomically designed for maximum comfort and playability.

We’ll create a detailed list of your favorite neck profiles, and I’ll ask for pictures of your left hand while you play to shape the neck perfectly to fit your hand. Every detail, from color and binding to inlays, is customizable, and we’ll work together to explore all options to make your vision a reality.

If you’ve sketched a unique shape for your guitar, send it to me! We’ll refine it to ensure it’s functional and bring your design to life.

FILL THE FORM

Mission

Italian Tailored Guitars & Basses for METAL ARTISTS and DJENTLEMEN.

A blend of Tradition and Modernity

I apply the principles of Italian luthiery tradition to modern production processes.

Tailoring

I build your guitar which suits you, just like a tailor would.

Details

Extreme care is taken in the choice of materials, including unconventional ones like marble, gold leaf, copper, brass, and silver, for inlays, purfling, and fine details.

Shape

You can choose from the modern shapes I’ve already designed, or collaborate with me to create something entirely new and bespoke.

ABOUT ME

Hello there! I’m Mirko, the heart and soul behind MRK Guitars. My journey as a luthier began right after I graduated as an electronics technician in 2014. Eager to dive into the world of guitar making, I applied to the Civica Scuola di Liuteria di Milano. Unfortunately, with such a limited intake and no prior experience, I wasn’t accepted at first.

Undeterred, I spent 2014 and 2015 setting up my own workshop and learning from some of Italy’s finest luthiers, like Aldo Illotta and Giulio Negrini, through private courses. By the following year, I was thrilled to join the prestigious Milan School of Luthiery, where I had the incredible opportunity to study full-time for four years under legendary Italian luthiers and uncover some of their closely guarded secrets.

Meanwhile, by night, I was passionately crafting electric guitars in my workshop. In 2019, I proudly earned my Master Luthier diploma and transitioned to working full-time on my own projects.

Today, I’m a full member of the EGB and have crafted over 60 unique guitars, each with its own character. And guess what? My list of new creations is still growing! I’m excited to share my love for guitar making with you and help bring your musical vision to life.

Feel free to reach out—I’d love to chat and see how we can create something extraordinary together!

My favourite Reviews!

Last Saturday marked the end of a journey that spanned over a year, during which I had the privilege of realizing a dream: seeing an instrument come to life from the initial draft to the final details. A heartfelt thank you to Nicolò for setting the stage for this project and for collaborating with me throughout the process, including copying the top. The greatest thanks, however, go to Mirko. He proved to be not only an exceptional professional but also a truly delightful person. His enthusiasm in bringing my ideas to life was unmatched, and he was incredibly supportive through every decision I faced. Sharing this journey with him was perhaps even more rewarding than receiving the finished instrument. Needless to say, the guitar has exceeded my already high expectations.

Marco Tattoli

Guitarist - Void Prophet

While scrolling through Facebook, I came across a top wood for sale that immediately captivated me. I envisioned it perfectly suited for a forest-themed guitar. The seller, a private luthier from Italy named Mirko Costa, impressed me with his work. I reached out to see if he’d be interested in taking on this project. I provided him with a picture and outlined some ambitious specs: a 7-string, multiscale design with a tremolo, piezo system, and an extraordinary tree inlay. Mirko was excited by the challenge and gladly accepted. Though it took some time, the result was well worth the wait. Thank you, Mirko, for creating the guitar of my dreams!

Mark Bondurant

Guitarist

It has been a highly productive, creative, and effective collaboration that resulted in a guitar we are both incredibly proud of!

Alessandro Carminati

Guitarist - Despite Exile

I was extremely satisfied with both the quality of the product and the manufacturer’s tireless availability. He addressed all my needs and concerns promptly, with a kind and reassuring manner. I felt completely involved in the creation of my custom instrument. The final result of the manufacturing process is simply amazing.

Huber Artioli

Guitarist - Keep the Promise

I can’t thank Mirko Costa enough for his exceptional craftsmanship. He is a truly outstanding luthier. After just a short jam session, I can confidently say that this is hands-down the highest quality guitar I’ve ever played. I’m absolutely thrilled to be its owner!

Joshua Thomas Williams

Guitarist - Silura