Kevin Brubaker’s journey into the world of luthiery and instrument manufacturing is a testament to the passion he holds for music, and ultimately a commitment to craftsmanship. In high school, he gained a mechanical background and always had a natural inclination for tinkering. This quickly paved the way for exploration into building guitars. His initial foray involved refinishing instruments during the 80’s era, driven by the need for a visually striking presence on stage. This creative spark evolved into crafting custom-painted bass guitars and ultimately ignited his passion for guitar building.

Undeterred by being entirely self-taught, his journey took a pivotal turn over 30 years ago when he decided to truly forge a path in the music world. Relocating from York, PA, to Baltimore, MD, he found his home in a thriving music community. Balancing a daytime carpentry job with nighttime music gigs, he dedicated the in-between moments to figuring out the art of lutherie. His hard work, tenacity, and uncompromising vision have resulted in Brubaker Guitars, a Baltimore-based business celebrating over 40 years in operation.