Cole Clark Guitars

Cole Clark Guitars is an Australian guitar manufacturer known for combining traditional luthiery techniques with modern acoustic guitar innovation. Founded in 2001 and produced by Australian Native Musical Instruments Pty Ltd., the company specializes in high-quality acoustic guitars, hybrid guitars, bass guitars, lap steel guitars, and electric models built with sustainably sourced tonewoods and advanced electronics. Designed and manufactured in Australia, these instruments are distributed through an international network of retailers and distributors across more than thirty countries. The brand has built a strong reputation among modern acoustic players by creating instruments that are lighter, stronger, and engineered for superior amplified performance, making them ideal for stage, studio, and touring environments.

A defining feature of Cole Clark acoustic guitars is their integral neck or Spanish heel construction, a design more commonly associated with classical guitars. In this construction method, the neck is built as a single structural component integrated with the body, improving stability, resonance, and long-term durability. Combined with carved tops and backs and a unique ridge joining system that replaces traditional kerfing, the design contributes to the distinctive tonal character of the instrument. Cole Clark guitars are also recognized for their advanced three-way pickup system, which blends multiple sensing technologies to produce an exceptionally natural amplified tone while minimizing the harsh “piezo quack” often associated with acoustic pickups. Built primarily from native Australian timbers and solid tonewoods, these guitars emphasize sustainability while delivering professional sound quality for contemporary acoustic musicians.