Michel Brück (born 1965) is a German classical guitar maker in Königsberg near Giessen, who learned from José Luis Romanillos and is today known above all for his double-top guitars, with a waiting list of many years.
Michel Brück at a Glance
- Born: 1965, Germany
- Workshop: Königsberg, Biebertal (near Giessen), Germany
- Training: apprenticeship from 1986; built a guitar under José Luis Romanillos in 1989
- Known for: traditional solid tops in the Spanish tradition; double tops from around 2010
- Output: about one guitar a month, each numbered on the label
- Waiting list: many years
A Woodworking Family
Brück comes from a family with three generations of woodworkers. He discovered the classical guitar as a teenager, studied at the University of Giessen and began a full luthier apprenticeship in 1986. In 1989 he built a guitar under the guidance of José Luis Romanillos, and by 1991 he had his own workshop in Königsberg, in Biebertal near Giessen – the address printed on his labels.
Traditional Guitars in the Spanish Spirit
His guitars of the 1990s and 2000s were traditional solid tops, made very much in the spirit of the old Spanish masters like Torres, Santos Hernández and Vicente Arias: a soulful, Spanish flair combined with modern strengths – great volume, evenness of tone across all registers and excellent intonation. The sound is smooth, clear and lyrical, and the workmanship very exact, with perfect attention to detail.
The Brück Double Top
From around 2010 Brück turned increasingly to the double top, and these instruments made him one of the most sought-after German makers, with noticeable power across all registers. His waiting list now runs to many years, so his guitars rarely reach the used market. He numbers every guitar by hand on the label – No. 83 in 2002, No. 170 in 2012.
Michel Brück Guitars at GSI
Many Michel Brück guitars have passed through our doors over the years. You’ll find guitars currently in stock by clicking the “Guitars In Stock” button in the header of this page as well as earlier examples in our Museum by clicking the “Guitars In Museum” button.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Michel Brück?
A German classical guitar maker, born in 1965, working in Königsberg near Giessen; he built a guitar under José Luis Romanillos in 1989.
Does Michel Brück build double tops?
Yes – from around 2010 he has been best known for his double tops; his earlier guitars are traditional solid tops.
How long is the waiting list for a Brück?
Many years, which is why his guitars rarely appear second-hand.
Are Brück guitars numbered?
Yes – each label carries a hand-written number, the year and his signature.
