We're proud to have Howard Leese playing on our very own JP Custom Guitars! Howard played with the band "Heart" for 22 years and still continues to record and tour with others. Howard M. Leese (born June 13, 1951 in Hollywood, California) is an American guitarist, record producer, and musical director who played with Heart for 22 years (1975 through 1997). He continues to record and tour as a solo artist, and as guitarist with The Paul Rodgers Band and Bad Company. Howard received his inspiration to pick up the guitar during the 1960s after seeing Dick Dale, the guitarist in the surf band "the Del-Tones", and feeling the excitement from his playing. He studied violin and music theory at the City College, Los Angeles, and also played in a band called The Zoo. Leese had his first recording contract with Ed Cobb's Sunburst label[1] at the age of 15, as the band The Zoo with friend and drummer Mike Flicker. Later, when Flicker went to work for Jack Herschorn at Mushroom Studios in Vancouver, Leese went with him as a production manager. While there, he and Shelly Siegel started Mushroom Records. It was at Mushroom Studios in 1974 that Leese helped produce a demo for Heart. The next year, Mushroom Records signed Heart and released the group's first album Dreamboat Annie which Flicker produced. Leese was assistant producer on the album, and was asked to join the band later that year. He stayed with the band until 1997. Leese was Heart's guitarist, backing vocalist, keyboard player and song arranger. In 1998 he joined the The Paul Rodgers Band. He continues to tour with The Paul Rodgers Band and Bad Company. As of May, 2013, When not touring, Howard is performing in "Raiding the Rock Vault" at the LVH Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada. 2009 saw the release of Leese's first solo effort, Secret Weapon, through Frontiers Records. The disc includes special guest appearances by Joe Lynn Turner, Paul Rodgers, Jimi Jamison and Keith Emerson. Howard is a longtime player of JP Guitars. JP Custom Guitars made for Howard Leese "HLM" Model were made specially for him on request. HML Guitars was founded in 1994 by Howard Leese. As a woodworker and luthier, he participated in all aspects of construction as well as quality control. HML guitars were totally hand-built in Seattle by luthier Jack Pimentel. Pimentel has continued to build hand-crafted custom guitars under his own brand JP Guitars.

Made with a flame or quilted maple top, this stunning custom guitar has a deep rich tone. It comes with a mahogany neck and your choice of rosewood or ebony fretboard. Since 1994 JP Guitars has been creating custom made hand crafted musical instruments from scratch. When we say, “Hand Crafted” We mean it! Many manufacturers claim to make “custom instruments” but when you do your home work you find out that they are using machining for the body and neck. Only the highest level of guitar luthier can hand make a world class instrument and at JP Guitars, we have that experience! Starting from a raw tree trunk we begin our amazing process of building a custom hand crafted musical instrument. Once you have picked out your wood we then start to custom cut the exterior to fit your desired shape and size. Don’t know what woods you want or need? No problem! We have over 35 years of experience working with woods and we can suggest something to fit your needs. We can even help with your selection of pickups, accessories and other hardware! We let you be involved in the process as your dream instrument is being built, painted and finished. We’re always excited to see your dream come to life. We look forward to that day when you finally have your dream instrument in your hands! Custom Made, Hand Crafted, World Class, Musical Instruments! That’s a mouth full but it’s truly the only way to describe what we do and the level of our experience. See why TOP PROFESSIONALS trust JP Guitars to design and create their musical instruments. “The 3 Most Important features to any musician when buying a quality instrument are how it looks, sounds and feels” - Jack Pimentel

Our hand made Abby model guitar is a beautiful choice for those who love an open and pure acoustic electric sound. The body and neck are made from figured maple. Since 1994 JP Guitars has been creating custom made hand crafted musical instruments from scratch. When we say, “Hand Crafted” We mean it! Many manufacturers claim to make “custom instruments” but when you do your home work you find out that they are using machining for the body and neck. Only the highest level of guitar luthier can hand make a world class instrument and at JP Guitars, we have that experience! Starting from a raw tree trunk we begin our amazing process of building a custom hand crafted musical instrument. Once you have picked out your wood we then start to custom cut the exterior to fit your desired shape and size. Don’t know what woods you want or need? No problem! We have over 35 years of experience working with woods and we can suggest something to fit your needs. We can even help with your selection of pickups, accessories and other hardware! We let you be involved in the process as your dream instrument is being built, painted and finished. We’re always excited to see your dream come to life. We look forward to that day when you finally have your dream instrument in your hands! Custom Made, Hand Crafted, World Class, Musical Instruments! That’s a mouth full but it’s truly the only way to describe what we do and the level of our experience. See why TOP PROFESSIONALS trust JP Guitars to design and create their musical instruments. “The 3 Most Important features to any musician when buying a quality instrument are how it looks, sounds and feels” - Jack Pimentel

It's still an electric but with a hollow body to give it that perfect natural sound you love. A gorgeous sunburst finish and your choice of flame or quilted maple top! Since 1994 JP Guitars has been creating custom made hand crafted musical instruments from scratch. When we say, “Hand Crafted” We mean it! Many manufacturers claim to make “custom instruments” but when you do your home work you find out that they are using machining for the body and neck. Only the highest level of guitar luthier can hand make a world class instrument and at JP Guitars, we have that experience! Starting from a raw tree trunk we begin our amazing process of building a custom hand crafted musical instrument. Once you have picked out your wood we then start to custom cut the exterior to fit your desired shape and size. Don’t know what woods you want or need? No problem! We have over 35 years of experience working with woods and we can suggest something to fit your needs. We can even help with your selection of pickups, accessories and other hardware! We let you be involved in the process as your dream instrument is being built, painted and finished. We’re always excited to see your dream come to life. We look forward to that day when you finally have your dream instrument in your hands! Custom Made, Hand Crafted, World Class, Musical Instruments! That’s a mouth full but it’s truly the only way to describe what we do and the level of our experience. See why TOP PROFESSIONALS trust JP Guitars to design and create their musical instruments. “The 3 Most Important features to any musician when buying a quality instrument are how it looks, sounds and feels” - Jack Pimentel

Award-winning bass virtuoso and composer Roberto Aymes is a leading figure in jazz and classical circles around the globe. We're pleased to have him as a featured JP Guitars artist! Award-winning bass virtuoso and composer Roberto Aymes is a leading figure in jazz and classical circles in his native Mexico and around the globe. For more than three decades Aymes has been artfully bridging the two artforms creating an hybrid of “jazzistico language with symphonic music". Roberto Aymes is considered a pioneer in the music industry, his tireless efforts to nurture and support jazz in Mexico are impressive, from his work as a writer to his 30 year stint as a radio show host, the incredible discography and performance credits he’s built up to his 25 year career as a teacher… the man lives and breathes jazz. He has performed over two thousand concert performances with a staggering array of notables from both the jazz and classical idioms, and is a highly acclaimed soloist known for his passionate performances in a wide range of formats from small to large ensemble and symphonic settings. Under the baton of such notable conductors as Akira Endo, Eduardo Diazmuoz and Enrique Batiz, Roberto’s works have been premiered by several esteemed symphonic orchestras, and include featured performances of his original compositions as well as his exotic interpretations of composers such as Claude Bolling, Astor Piazolla, Lennie Niehaus and Phillip Glass. Roberto is also an in-demand composer for ballet, film and television. Aymes has been recognized with dozens of awards for his work including an Emmy and a Grammy, and is a published writer and contributor to a variety of print media publications. His seminal 2001 article “Jazz Development in Mexico,” was published in the University of Pittsburgh’s prestigious International Jazz Archives Journal.

If you're a bass guitar player that loves top of the line craftsmanship, the Azteca IV is what you need! Made with an alder body, spruce top and flame maple neck. Since 1994 JP Guitars has been creating custom made hand crafted musical instruments from scratch. When we say, “Hand Crafted” We mean it! Many manufacturers claim to make “custom instruments” but when you do your home work you find out that they are using machining for the body and neck. Only the highest level of guitar luthier can hand make a world class instrument and at JP Guitars, we have that experience! Starting from a raw tree trunk we begin our amazing process of building a custom hand crafted musical instrument. Once you have picked out your wood we then start to custom cut the exterior to fit your desired shape and size. Don’t know what woods you want or need? No problem! We have over 35 years of experience working with woods and we can suggest something to fit your needs. We can even help with your selection of pickups, accessories and other hardware! We let you be involved in the process as your dream instrument is being built, painted and finished. We’re always excited to see your dream come to life. We look forward to that day when you finally have your dream instrument in your hands! Custom Made, Hand Crafted, World Class, Musical Instruments! That’s a mouth full but it’s truly the only way to describe what we do and the level of our experience. See why TOP PROFESSIONALS trust JP Guitars to design and create their musical instruments. “The 3 Most Important features to any musician when buying a quality instrument are how it looks, sounds and feels” - Jack Pimentel

A custom made guitar designed and created from your imagination! Our custom guitar shop will work with you one on one to create your MASTERPIECE! Since 1994 JP Guitars has been creating custom made hand crafted musical instruments from scratch. When we say, “Hand Crafted” We mean it! Many manufacturers claim to make “custom instruments” but when you do your home work you find out that they are using machining for the body and neck. Only the highest level of guitar luthier can hand make a world class instrument and at JP Guitars, we have that experience! Starting from a raw tree trunk we begin our amazing process of building a custom hand crafted musical instrument. Once you have picked out your wood we then start to custom cut the exterior to fit your desired shape and size. Don’t know what woods you want or need? No problem! We have over 35 years of experience working with woods and we can suggest something to fit your needs. We can even help with your selection of pickups, accessories and other hardware! We let you be involved in the process as your dream instrument is being built, painted and finished. We’re always excited to see your dream come to life. We look forward to that day when you finally have your dream instrument in your hands! Custom Made, Hand Crafted, World Class, Musical Instruments! That’s a mouth full but it’s truly the only way to describe what we do and the level of our experience. See why TOP PROFESSIONALS trust JP Guitars to design and create their musical instruments. “The 3 Most Important features to any musician when buying a quality instrument are how it looks, sounds and feels” - Jack Pimentel

The Monsterrat is a custom made guitar wonder! Made with a mahogany body and your choice of flame maple or quilted maple top. You won't be disappointed! Since 1994 JP Guitars has been creating custom made hand crafted musical instruments from scratch. When we say, “Hand Crafted” We mean it! Many manufacturers claim to make “custom instruments” but when you do your home work you find out that they are using machining for the body and neck. Only the highest level of guitar luthier can hand make a world class instrument and at JP Guitars, we have that experience! Starting from a raw tree trunk we begin our amazing process of building a custom hand crafted musical instrument. Once you have picked out your wood we then start to custom cut the exterior to fit your desired shape and size. Don’t know what woods you want or need? No problem! We have over 35 years of experience working with woods and we can suggest something to fit your needs. We can even help with your selection of pickups, accessories and other hardware! We let you be involved in the process as your dream instrument is being built, painted and finished. We’re always excited to see your dream come to life. We look forward to that day when you finally have your dream instrument in your hands! Custom Made, Hand Crafted, World Class, Musical Instruments! That’s a mouth full but it’s truly the only way to describe what we do and the level of our experience. See why TOP PROFESSIONALS trust JP Guitars to design and create their musical instruments. “The 3 Most Important features to any musician when buying a quality instrument are how it looks, sounds and feels” - Jack Pimentel

The Azteca V is our 5 string custom made bass guitar. Made with an alder body and spruce top, this custom bass guitar was designed for professionals! Since 1994 JP Guitars has been creating custom made hand crafted musical instruments from scratch. When we say, “Hand Crafted” We mean it! Many manufacturers claim to make “custom instruments” but when you do your home work you find out that they are using machining for the body and neck. Only the highest level of guitar luthier can hand make a world class instrument and at JP Guitars, we have that experience! Starting from a raw tree trunk we begin our amazing process of building a custom hand crafted musical instrument. Once you have picked out your wood we then start to custom cut the exterior to fit your desired shape and size. Don’t know what woods you want or need? No problem! We have over 35 years of experience working with woods and we can suggest something to fit your needs. We can even help with your selection of pickups, accessories and other hardware! We let you be involved in the process as your dream instrument is being built, painted and finished. We’re always excited to see your dream come to life. We look forward to that day when you finally have your dream instrument in your hands! Custom Made, Hand Crafted, World Class, Musical Instruments! That’s a mouth full but it’s truly the only way to describe what we do and the level of our experience. See why TOP PROFESSIONALS trust JP Guitars to design and create their musical instruments. “The 3 Most Important features to any musician when buying a quality instrument are how it looks, sounds and feels” - Jack Pimentelv