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"I used this guitar to play at the wedding breakfast for one of my oldest friends. We grew up playing music together, and she asked me many years ago to play, but I was so worried about bringing a guitar to London from California. I was so happy I stumbled upon Iain's webpage. He really is the perfect guitar tailor, and his attention to detail and his care for you as a performer come through in every moment. He checked on me throughout and made sure that I had everything I needed. Not to mention, the guitar sounded incredible. It plays really well and had fresh strings and sounded so bright and light. Absolutely first rate service and well worth every bit. Can’t wait to return to London for my next performance!"
All the way from California, for the second wedding of the weekend, huge thanks to Tim for hiring the 1997 Yamaha LA-8 for his friend's wedding. It all nearly fell through when Tim missed his step and landed on his hand just before arriving for handover of the guitar - a trip to A&E later and he was back up and ready to play to a packed room at the wedding reception. An absolute hero!
2026
"Absolutely great guitar with an even better service delivered from Iain. When you need a guitar/gear in London, he's your man."
The first of three weddings on the same day, big thanks to Tom Smit for hiring the 2016 Millman Dreadnought for his sister's wedding in London. He loves his Yamaha acoustics, but the Yamaha LA-8 was out for another wedding, so Tom settled for playing his own songs on the Millman Dreadnought, and he loved it!
2026
"I had the utmost pleasure of spending the week with this beautiful guitar . Falling in love was easy . The communication , delivery , pick up was just so wonderful, prompt and easy . A very special experience, and I will definatly call upon Gods own Guitars the next time I’m in town ! Thank you !!"
I'm going to have to put a health warning on the 2006 Gibson Hummingbird: "Beware: A serious risk of falling in love with this guitar". It happens every time. US singer/songwriter Anjela Rose is the latest to fall under its spell. The most adorable companion for her stay - and songwriting - in London.
2026
"Guitar sounds incredible and was a pleasure to play. Had the best time with it on our first tour across england! thanks Iain for the perfect service."
Many thanks to Lorenzo, from Netherlands-based Barren Sea, for hiring the 92 Telecaster for the band's debut tour of the UK. 7 gigs in 7 days, from Sheffield to London, via Leeds, Bristol & Brighton. They've seen more of the UK than I do in a year! And so has this Tele now!
2026
"I hired this for my third visit in London. At this time, I use this at Bristol and London for our UK touring and it was amazing as well as last time. Usually Les paul is my main gear but this Tele has siginificant power to push the sound over and tight sound could support our band to play through the show. Next time. i'll hire this again. Thank you, and I'm Keito from Japanese band, Talk House."
Just great to see Tokyo band Talk House making their return to the UK for a two-date tour in August. Mr Wolf's in Bristol, followed by a return to The Dublin Castle in Camden. The second time lead guitarist Keito has hired the Coxon Telecaster, and sounds like he'll do it again!
2026
"Great service. Great guy. Daughter is very happy. Thank you so much."
School courses are a lot more interesting than the ones I grew up with. Great to be able to help Jay's daughter out with her Media Studies course - recording a video with the Arctic White Stratocaster. If it were down to me, I'd give it an A+. Good luck!
2026
"Used this for a couple of acoustic in-store events for our artist coming over from New York. Perfect for this use, very affordable and sounded great. Iain was very helpful and accommodating throughout the whole hiring process. Highly recommend."
Many thanks to Eve at Mute Records for hiring the 2016 Martin LX-1 for visiting artist Miss Grit on her short promo tour of the UK. A couple of pure acoustic sets with just her beautiful vocals and the Little Martin. And just great to be doing something with the the wonderful Mute Records. Many happy memories of their early days and artists from the 80s and 90s!
2026
"Can’t recommend Iain more. Super responsive, very helpful and great guitars."
Many thanks to Matt at Prolifica Management for hiring the Arctic White Strat for up-and-coming Garage Flower's roof-raising gig at London's Moth Club in August. Guitarist Nathan's Squier was out of action, so it was over to the White Strat. And he loved it!
2026
"I hired the Harmony to keep my chops up while visiting London. It was a delightful guitar. Iain was excellent to rent from - it was easy and convenient. I'll be in touch next time I come to town."
Many thanks to Simon, visiting from Washington for a long weekend in London. Sights, adventures, friends and family all on the agenda - and also some personal time to keep his practice routine going on the vintage 1964 Harmony H59 Rocket. Just for the joy of it!
2026
"Great rental! Iain's very nice and his guitar was exactly as described- worked perfectly for what we needed!"
My first K-Pop hire! And a beauty of a guitar to boot. Many thanks to Ryan for arranging the hire of the utterly gorgeous 1990 Gretsch White Falcon for a video shoot with K-Pop star Loren. I haven't seen any stills or the final video yet, but apparently the Falcon was central to the casting . . . Looking forward to the results!
2026
"Fantastic experience from start to finish. Iain was incredibly helpful, polite and enthusiastic, and even provided an extra bag of useful tools, including a clip-on tuner. The 1972 Fender Precision Bass and amp were in pristine condition, sounded incredible and genuinely elevated our rehearsal session. Excellent service all round – I’ll absolutely be hiring from Iain again."
A pleasure to help out local SE London musician Sam, aka Winterfalle, with a weekend's band rehearsal. He hired the 1972 Fender P-Bass and 2010 Peavey MAX115 for his bass guitarist - and, despite the latest heatwave, sounds like they had the best of times. Look out for them at The Sunken Ball in Jersey at the end of September!
2026
"The guitar was exactly as advertised. Beautiful Martin, new strings, nice action. Ian was great to work with. Pick up and delivery was convenient and right on time."
Many thanks to singer/songwriter Tim Sullivan for taking the 2006 Martin D-18VS on stage for a very special performance at the end of June. Tim comes from a musical family. His sister K T Sullivan is a singer, pianist and actor in cabaret and musical theatre. She marked her return to Crazy Coqs by bringing her 96-year-old mother Elizabeth (also a singer, and still performing) to join her on stage. And Tim flew in from Spain to surprise their mother, and play a few songs during the set. A magical and heart-warming evening!
2026
"Iain’s knowledge and attention to detail was exemplary. He was incredibly helpful and proactive and went out of his way to make sure we had everything we needed. A fantastic service and we’ll definitely be coming back to him in the future. The band were absolutely delighted with the guitars and Iain worked really well with them to provide them with exactly what they wanted. Huge thanks Iain!"
More details to follow on release, but a true pleasure to help with a picklist of vintage guitars for a 4-day session at Chiswick's Metropolis Studios in July. Noel Gallagher's 1963 Gibson B-45-12, the 1970 Gibson ES-355, 1972 Fender P-Bass, 1989 Rickenbacker 330/12 and 52 Reissue Telecaster, all set to make their appearance on this artist's debut solo album. Can't wait!
2026
"The guitar plays beautifully and Iain made the whole process so easy, would definitely recommend!"
Many thanks to Emma-Jay, guitarist with Brisbane band Dizzy Days, playing at Camden's Elephant's Head in June. Emma-Jay plays a Jazzmaster back in Australia, so hired the 62 Reissue Jazzmaster for the gig. A wonderful funky player, with a chiming tone that takes me, at least, back to the mid-80s and the glory days of Crowded House and INXS. Good times then, good times ahead.
2026
"Very happy with the Amp. It was used for a shoot and looked great and in great condition. Iain made it very easy to pick up and return the item, overall happy with the hire."
Thanks to Ella for hiring the 65 Reissue Twin Reverb for a video shoot with Nia Archives. Not played live, but chosen for its photogenic beauty - the glorious wheat grille and blonde tolex. A head turner for every occasion!
2026