Steen Ergonomic Electric Guitars
The first models back in 2013 were known as the "Genesis" until 2015 when the Genesis 2 models were introduced and Genesis switch to Custom Shop. Differentiating the production of the two models. The Gen 2 using Korean finished bodies and necks instead of the time consuming hand finishing the Custom Shop used.
The Custom Shop
2015 Gen2 introduced
2018 Production moved from California to Oregon
2013 First models made
2023 Shawn Steen retires
2025 Shawn sells off remaining inventory
Models
Custom Shop (Genesis)
Hand satin finished standard but 9 gloss models were made. 2 models made with Aluminum tops. Only 50 made.
Gen 2 Alder Semi-Hollowbody
Violin Sunburst. Limited Edition, only 8 will be made
Split labor models with Korean finished necks and bodies to hit a lower price point. Pick ups and hardware are the same as Custom Shop. The only real difference is labor costs and come with a gig bag instead of hard case.
Generation 2 (Gen 2)
Limited Edition, black metallic with tortoise pick guard. Only 7 will be made.
Gen 2 Legacy
Gen 2 in Satin Red
Limited Edition, only 7 were made. Sold Out
Limited to Special Orders, only 2 were made with chrome hardware. 3 with Black hardware and Deathbucker Pick ups. Sold Out
Red Eclipse
Gen 2 in TV Yellow
Limited Edition, only 12 were made. Sold Out
Eclipse
Limited Edition, black metallic with all black hardware and Deatbucker Pick ups. Only 4 were made. Sold Out
Many custom variations have been done with pick guards made from carbon fiber and hand carved wood to custom gloss car paints.
Mall Walk photos by Julie Juarez