Discover the workshop
This is where raw wood transforms into instruments of character, guided by a lifetime of passion, precision, and artistic vision.
To begin, discover Adriano’s story in his own words—how his journey started as a child, and how the name Ergon came to symbolize the fusion of craftsmanship, intention, and soul behind every guitar.
From Vision to Sketch
Every Ergon guitar begins as a spark—an idea, a feeling, a story. Adriano channels that inspiration into detailed sketches, where form, balance, and intention take shape on paper. This first step is where each guitar’s unique identity is born, long before the wood is touched.
The Soul of the Guitar
At Ergon, every guitar begins with wood — not just any wood, but carefully selected pieces, each with its own story, texture, and voice. Adriano personally handpicks every piece from different parts of the world, searching for character, resonance, and beauty. These raw materials are the foundation of tone and identity, chosen with intuition, experience, and deep respect for nature.
Tools with a purpose
Adriano’s workshop is filled with tools that carry stories—most of them manual, many collected over a lifetime. Each one is chosen not just for function, but for the feeling it brings to the craft. From vintage chisels to hand planes worn smooth by years of use, these tools are an extension of his hands, shaping every curve with precision, care, and tradition.
Crafted by Ear and Hand
Building an Ergon guitar is a dialogue between the maker and the material. Adriano shapes each instrument with meticulous care, guided not only by form but by sound. Throughout the process, he listens—to the resonance of the wood, the vibration of each component, the harmony taking shape. It’s a craft where precision meets intuition, and where every decision is made in service of tone, balance, and emotion.
A Conversation with the Musician
Once the guitar takes its final form, the journey continues in the hands of the musician. Adriano listens closely—observing how the artist connects with the instrument, how it responds to touch, to expression, to silence. It’s a shared moment of discovery, where maker and player meet through sound, refining the voice of the guitar together. This final dialogue ensures that each Ergon instrument doesn’t just play beautifully—it feels alive in the hands it was meant for.
The Origin
Adriano’s journey into guitar making began in childhood, driven by a deep fascination with instruments and how they were built. Over the years, this curiosity evolved into a calling—one rooted in patience, experimentation, and a relentless pursuit of excellence. With no formal training, Adriano taught himself through observation, intuition, and countless hours of hands-on work. His approach is not only technical but profoundly personal: every Ergon guitar reflects his philosophy of blending form, function, and emotion.
The name Ergon comes from the Greek word for "work" or "craft," but for Adriano, it holds deeper meaning. It represents the harmony between the maker’s hand and the musician’s soul. An Ergon guitar isn’t simply made; it’s shaped through a dialogue between the luthier and the material, and later between the instrument and the artist. This sense of purpose and intention is present in every detail—from the choice of wood to the final sound—making each guitar a truly unique, living object.