New Susing’s Guitar

By on July 30, 2011
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When talking about Cebu guitars, the name Susing’s always comes up. This brand has been around since the Spanish colonization. Its popularity can be attributed to its world-class products.

The New Susing’s Guitar was established by a merchant and luthier named Juanito Valiente Sr. in 1949. Valiente used to sell his handcrafted guitars in the store of his wife, Susing. To cater to the high demands for his works, Valiente hired more people.

Opportunities for expansion came during the Vietnam War in the ’60s. American soldiers who were assigned at the Mactan Airbase became fond of Valiente’s affordable yet high-quality guitars. Some soldiers even requested for customized ones. Susing’s then started exporting their products to various countries. To be able to compete with other guitar makers, the brand always upgrades their tools. A great example for this is their use of wood moisture testers so the guitars won’t fall apart when being transported to other countries.

Susing’s continues to thrive in the guitar business, not only in Cebu but internationally. In fact, it exports its string instruments to Asia, Europe and USA. The brand was also the country’s representative in a number of international expos commissioned by the Department of Tourism like those in Hong Kong in 1976, Japan in 1983 and Singapore in 1992.

Susing’s is proud of their experienced workers who come from a long line of luthiers. Not only will you get high-quality guitar when you buy from Susing’s, you will also support the workers and their families.

For more information, visit the New Susing’s Guitar at Abuno, Pajac, Lapu-lapu City, Cebu.  You may contact them through their landline at +63(32)505-0723 or mobile number at +63(915)670-0680. To see some of their products, visit their official Web site at http://www.susingsguitar.net/

How to get there:

If you wish to have a hassle-free trip, you may ride a taxi to Abuno, Lapu-lapu City. However, if you wish to save on cash, you may also ride a jeepney bound for MEPZ II from Mandaue. Once you’re in MEPZ II near Tamiya, hop on a tricycle and tell the driver to take you to Susing’s Guitars. Most drivers are familiar with the shop because it is very famous.

Here’s a map from their Web site:

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10 Comments

  1. Everything Cebu

    December 10, 2012 at 5:02 PM

    Hi, Perla.

    Please directly contact New Susing’s Guitar using the contact information provided in the article. We are not connected with them.

  2. Perla

    December 8, 2012 at 11:37 PM

    hi maam crselda , magkano kaya charge nyo pag ipakabit ko neck sa 3 na cigar box meron ako dito. i want one soprano one concert and one tenor. di gaano malaki ang cigar box ko but i think you can just adjust ang kahabaan sa neck. please reply sa email address ko. thanks.. i also like pocket uke, meron kayo?

  3. Everything Cebu

    May 21, 2012 at 10:12 AM

    Hi, Maia! Thanks for sharing your wonderful experience with New Susing’s Guitars.

  4. Maia

    May 20, 2012 at 12:35 AM

    I’ve had the pleasure to do business with Susing’s,bought a spruce top, rosewood back and side acoustic guitar from them a few months ago. World class quality indeed! I would definitely recommend them!

  5. Everything Cebu

    May 18, 2012 at 1:46 PM

    Hi, Mitzi! We suggest that you visit their shop so you can actually see and feel their products. If you are not in Cebu, you may check out their Web site. It is written in the article.

  6. Mitzi

    May 18, 2012 at 10:15 AM

    Hi! I heard a lot of great stories and good feedback about the New Susing’s guitar. I am looking for a custom-made guitar. I’d like to know what options Susing’s guitar can offer. Thanks!

  7. Everything Cebu

    May 18, 2012 at 9:32 AM

    Hi, Bryan! We are glad that you are satisfied with your Cebu-made ukelele. Thanks for taking time to comment on Everything Cebu’s article about New Susing’s guitars.

  8. Bryan

    May 17, 2012 at 4:51 PM

    Just to let you know that I got my very own Susing’s custom ukulele last week! The ukulele is very very beautiful! I can’t wait to show my friends back in Canada what I got as a souvenir from Cebu! Thank you for sharing info about Susing’s Guitar. If you’re looking for an awesome uke, you know where to go!

  9. Everything Cebu

    April 18, 2012 at 10:45 AM

    Our pleasure, Joanna!

  10. Joanna Siler designerwatchdiscountreview.info

    April 18, 2012 at 9:56 AM

    Great, thanks for sharing this post.Much thanks again.

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