From Teen Strummer to Custom Guitar Innovator: Rok’s Journey with Fiber Tone Guitars

Rok, the inventive mind behind Fiber Tone Guitars, joins us on Embrace Your Storm to share his compelling journey from an eager teenager strumming to impress girls to a revolutionary custom guitar maker. With a love for music spanning the 50s to the 80s, Rock reminisces about his first hand-me-down guitar and a wild childhood memory involving a Yugo car during Slovenia’s fight for independence. His passion and dedication shine through, as he details how his dissatisfaction with store-bought instruments led to the creation of his one-of-a-kind carbon fiber guitars.

Get ready to uncover the artistry and precision behind Rok’s craftsmanship as he walks us through the challenges and triumphs of working with composite materials. Hear about the unique attributes of archtop versus flat top guitars, and gain valuable insights into recognizing a well-made instrument. Rok also gives us a peek into his exciting custom bass guitar project and the groundbreaking flexibility of his construction process, which allows for unparalleled customizations, setting his guitars apart from the rest.

Finally, we dive into Rok’s entrepreneurial spirit that sparked his first venture at just 18, showcasing his perseverance and innovative mindset. Jonathan can’t help but express his admiration for Rock’s achievements and resilience, reminding our listeners of the power of embracing challenges. Tune in for an episode packed with inspiration, technical insights, and heartfelt stories, all wrapped up in Rok’s journey of turning passion into innovation.

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