Alex Chacon

The guitar world is buzzing in 2025! From self-playing guitars like the Circle Guitar to smart tech, AI apps, and Bluetooth connectivity, innovation is changing the game. Verso’s magnet-mounted pickups, eco-friendly materials, and smart models from LAVA and HyVibe show how tradition and tech blend beautifully. NAMM 2025 proves: the future of guitar is here—and it rocks. 🎸

If you're wondering why people are collecting guitars in 2025, it's a mix of passion, history, and a bit of gear love. The global guitar market is booming, predicted to hit an impressive $6 billion.

These guitars were the brainchild of Koob Veneman, a Dutch immigrant who moved to the United States, bringing with him a rich family tradition of guitar making. Following in his father’s footsteps as a second-generation luthier, Veneman embarked on a journey to leave his own mark in the music world.