Shark Instruments is the manufacturer of next-generation, professional grade premium musical instruments. Founded in 2018 by Cem Köksal with partners Bayram Tekçe and Bahtiyar Balci, the company is dedicated to reengineering the electric guitar for the modern musician with the Guitar v2.0. The next generation electric guitar engineered to provide optimum playing comfort and freedom. This professional-grade instrument is built for adaptability, mobility, and customization, allowing musicians to change necks, pickups, and effects in seconds and even pack multiple configurations in one backpack.
At the core of Shark Instruments’ design philosophy is the Ocean Environment, a modular platform that ensures every component is fully compatible. Supported by six patents covering modularity, tremolo, neck design, electronics, effects, and structure, this approach enables players to experiment, upgrade, and tailor their instrument to perfectly match their performance needs, resulting in the most customizable guitar available.
Manufactured entirely in-house at a state-of-the-art facility in Antalya, Shark Instruments controls every step of production. From the moment raw materials arrive to the final assembly of each guitar, every component; including the patented Shark Tremolos, woods, and electronics, is produced with state-of-the-art precision using advanced multi-axis CNC machines, titanium processing, and robotic finishing systems. This integrated production process guarantees a robust, lightweight instrument with optimal sustain and tone control.
The facility meets strict international standards, holding ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 certifications, along with CE declarations. These certifications underline the company’s commitment to quality, safety, and sustainability throughout the manufacturing process.
Shark Instruments is equally committed to delivering exceptional customer service. Every musician benefits from personalized, one-to-one support, ensuring a bespoke experience tailored to individual needs. This high level of customer care, combined with innovative design and precise manufacturing, empowers musicians to play, experiment, and travel without limits.
By reengineering the electric guitar and integrating cutting-edge technology to electric guitar production, Shark Instruments offers a professional-grade instrument that evolves with the musician. With Guitar v2.0 and the comprehensive Ocean Environment platform, every aspect of the guitar is designed to deliver freedom, precision, and lasting quality, allowing musicians to possess an electric guitar that is uniquely their own.