Ordering and FAQ
Where is NK Forster Guitars?
I live and work in Nerang, a small town in the Gold Coast, southeast Queensland, Australia. We are between the sea and the mountains. It’s nice. You won’t find my address on the website because I don’t want people calling around. I’m busy! For the same reason you won’t find my phone number here. If you’d like to visit, you can, but please email via the contact form on this site.
How much is a Forster instrument?
Session King instruments start at US$4900
Standard instruments start at US$7400
There are price lists in US$, AU$, € and £. Please let me know your country when you get in touch so I can send you a price in your currency. That way you will be unaffected by currency fluctuations.
How to order a Forster instrument.
How to Order
1. Get in Touch
Use the contact form below to let me know what instrument you’re interested in. That’s the first step.
2. Receive the Price List
I’ll send over the current price list. If my work fits your budget, we can start discussing what you’d like in more detail.
3. Review the Warranty
You’ll receive a copy of the warranty so you can see what’s covered. If you have any questions at this point, just ask.
4. Place a Deposit
If you decide to go ahead, a non-refundable deposit secures your build slot and protects you from future price increases or currency changes.
5. Second Deposit & Spec Meeting
When your build slot comes around, you’ll be asked to send a second deposit. Then we’ll arrange a video chat to finalise the exact spec of your instrument before I begin work.
6. Build & Completion
I’ll get to work. Once I’m satisfied the instrument is ready, I’ll be in touch.
7. Final Payment & Delivery
You pay the balance due, and your instrument is sent to you — or if you’d rather collect it in person, that’s always welcome.
8. Peace of Mind
If the instrument arrives and something doesn’t feel right, talk to me. It’s ultra rare, but if you’re not completely happy, I’ll work with you to sort it out. You’re covered by the warranty, and I stand by my work — you’re not on your own.
How long is the waiting list?
From the time you place your order expect around a 12-18 month wait.
I live a long way from you, how do you honour the warranty?
If a warranty issue arise (which is rare), I’ve got you covered. For minor repairs and setup issues, you can work with a trusted local luthier. I’ve built strong relationships with skilled repair professionals across the UK, North America, Europe, and Asia. For anything more significant, we can arrange for the instrument to be sent back to me. The details are all laid out in the warranty.
Do I have to commission an instrument? I’m more suited to buying “off the peg.”
While most of my instruments are made to commission, I do offer one or two pieces each year through select dealers in the USA, and Japan.
If a new model, a used instrument, or an ex-demo piece becomes available, newsletter subscribers are always the first to know. I release one or two instruments each year, and my subscribers get the heads-up before anyone else.
If you’re seriously interested in owning one of my instruments, don’t wait. Get in touch via the contact form below — I’d be happy to discuss your options.