The Auden Musical Instrument Co. Ltd.
Auden Guitars is a British acoustic guitar company based in Northamptonshire, specialising in hand-crafted, bench-grade instruments designed to combine traditional luthiery with strong value for money. Founded by Doug Sparkes, the company brings together an international supply chain of specialist craftsmen and materials, with guitars developed by a team including luthiers, players, recording engineers and musical instrument retailers, before being completed and individually set up by its UK team. Its range covers a wide variety of acoustic designs and price points, including the Chester, Bowman, Colton and Austin models, alongside 12-string and specialist series, with the current range also extending into mandolins.
Auden has built a distinctive identity around craftsmanship, responsible sourcing and attention to detail, while maintaining a relatively personal, independent-brand feel through its UK showroom, workshop visits, artist relationships and growing dealer network. The company also owns the historic Gordon Smith electric guitar brand, giving the wider Auden business a presence in both acoustic and British-made electric guitar markets.
