We build unique, hand crafted electric and acoustic guitars, basses, and
ukuleles. We strive to make each instrument sound great, play great and
have many versatile sounds. You can choose one of our standard models
or we can work together to create your own custom instrument.

The Seraph, our standard-model electric guitar, is typically made from
North American hard woods, is lightweight and features a thinner, fast-
playing, hand-carved neck. By customizing the use of different species
of woods and chambering, even lighter-weight versions of this guitar
are available.  Prices will vary with each instrument.

Rob's father was a carpenter and it's no surprise that he found his own passion for woodworking.
At 14, he picked up his first guitar with a critical eye. 6 years later, he founded Difiance Guitars.

Rob graduated from the Red Wing Technical College in 1992 with a specialty in Stringed Instrument Repair.
Since then, he has made over 200 instruments and has over 30 years experience in instrument repair.
Rob had worked at a music store in Winona, MN for 26 years, where he hand built many guitars in
the basement. His passion had outgrown the basement, and now occupies a new 
workshop just south of Saint Paul, Minnesota.

Jim grew up playing string instruments and continues to play, teach and regularly
perform with various ensembles. He also owns and operates a small sound
company, is the production manager with two local music festivals and is a
member of the Winona Fine Arts Commission.