Germany Guitar Market Overview, 2028

The guitar has played an important role in many different genres of German music, including classical, folk, pop, and rock. Germany has a strong tradition of classical guitar music, with many renowned guitarists and composers hailing from the country. Famous German classical guitarists include Julian Bream, Aniello Desiderio, and Tilman Hoppstock. Germany has a vibrant pop and rock music scene, and the guitar plays a central role in many popular bands and artists. German musicians have made significant contributions to the development of heavy metal music. The guitar has played an important role in the history of music in Germany, from the classical compositions of Bach and Beethoven to the modern rock and pop music of today. German luthiers and guitar makers have made significant contributions to the development of the instrument, and their legacy continues to influence guitar design and construction around the country.

According to the research report "The Germany Guitar Market Overview, 2028," published by Bonafide Research, The Guitar market is expected to grow at above 6% CAGR from 2023 to 2028. The guitar has a strong cultural significance in Germany, particularly in genres such as rock, pop, and classical music. This has helped to sustain demand for guitars in the country. German guitar manufacturers have a reputation for innovation and high-quality craftsmanship. Companies such as Framus and Warwick have introduced new designs and technologies that have helped to drive interest in guitars. In Germany, more students in music school love to learn guitar. The growing interest in music is contributing to a significant increase in guitar demand. People are encouraged to learn guitar because of the popularity of popular music genres. Some of the most famous guitar schools in Germany are Hochschule für Musik und Theater Hamburg, Popakademie Baden, University of Music and Performing Arts Munich, Institute for Music and Media Düsseldorf, and Hochschule für Musik Franz Liszt Weimar. These schools are highly regarded in the music education community and have produced many successful guitarists. In Germany, guitar is also demanded by the schools. In Germany, guitar music and culture have a rich history.

In Germany, people use the electric guitar more, which is also favored by musicians who play rock, pop, and other amplified styles of music. These guitars have a bright, powerful sound that can be shaped and manipulated using effects pedals and amplifiers, so people tend to prefer the electric guitar. Electric guitars are often used in bands, where they can be heard alongside other electric instruments such as the bass guitar and drums. Germany is home to several guitar festivals, including the International Guitar Festival Berlin and the German Guitar Days. These festivals feature performances by renowned guitarists, masterclasses, and workshops. About the Germany Guitar Days, which take place annually in several cities across the country, including Berlin, Hamburg, and Munich. This festival celebrates all aspects of the guitar, including classical, flamenco, jazz, and rock, and features performances by both established and up-and-coming artists. Berlin is widely regarded as the birthplace of modern electronic music, with famous clubs like Berghain and Tresor leading the way in the techno and house music scenes. The city hosts several electronic music festivals each year, including the popular Berlin Atonal festival.

Based on the report, the market is segmented into two types, acoustic guitar and electric guitar. The acoustic guitar is the only guitar that relies solely on the natural vibration of its wooden body to produce sound. The strings of an acoustic guitar are made of steel or nylon and are strung over the sound hole, which acts as a resonator, amplifying the sound. Acoustic guitars are often used in genres like folk, country, and singer-songwriter music. Electric guitars have a solid body and thinner strings, which are often made of steel, and require an external amplifier or speaker to be heard at higher volumes. Electric guitars are commonly used in rock, blues, and jazz music.

In Germany, there are some of the popular events for the guitar, like Berlin Guitar Days. The Koblenz International Guitar Festival is one of the most prestigious guitar festivals in the world, attracting guitarists from around the globe. The festival includes concerts, competitions, and masterclasses with renowned guitarists. Frankfurt Musikmesse, Leverkusener Jazztage, and Dresden Music Festival are annual classical music festivals that include performances by renowned guitarists such as Pepe Romero and Ana Vidovic. The festival also features workshops and masterclasses for guitarists. Based on the report, the distribution channel is segmented into two types online and offline. There are several guitar distributors in Germany, including Korg & More, Warwick GmbH & Co Music Equipment KG, Musik Meyer GmbH, GEWA Music GmbH, and Musik Wein GmbH. There are several guitar online stores available in Germany, like Thomann, Music Store, JustMusic, Guitar also sold through, There are many music stores in Germany that specialize in selling guitars and other musical instruments. These stores carry a wide range of brands and models, from entry-level instruments to high-end custom guitars. Many of these stores also offer repair and maintenance services for guitars. Many guitar manufacturers in Germany sell their instruments directly to customers. This allows musicians to purchase high-quality, handmade instruments without the markup of a retail store. Companies like Hanika and Lakewood Guitars are known for selling high-end guitars directly to customers.



Considered in this report

• Geography: Germany
• Historic year: 2017
• Base year: 2022
• Estimated year: 2023
• Forecast year: 2028

Aspects covered in this report

• Germany Guitar market with its value and forecast along with its segments
• Various drivers and challenges
• On-going trends and developments
• Top profiled companies
• Strategic recommendation

By Product Type:

• Acoustic Guitar
• Electric Guitar

By Distribution Chanel:

• Offline
• Online

The approach of the report:

This report consists of a combined approach of primary and secondary research. Initially, secondary research was used to get an understanding of the market and list out the companies that are present in it. The secondary research consists of third-party sources such as press releases, annual reports of companies, government-generated reports, and databases. After gathering the data from secondary sources, primary research was conducted by making telephone interviews with the leading players about how the market is functioning and then conducting trade calls with dealers and distributors of the market. Post this; we have started doing primary calls to consumers by equally segmenting them in regional aspects, tier aspects, age group, and gender. Once we have primary data with us, we can start verifying the details obtained from secondary sources.

Intended audience

This report can be useful to industry consultants, manufacturers, suppliers, associations and organizations related to the guitar industry, government bodies, and other stakeholders to align their market-centric strategies. In addition to marketing & presentations, it will also increase competitive knowledge about the industry.