Samuel Martyn

Samuel Martyn’s journey into lutherie began with a deep-seated desire to bridge the gap between traditional craftsmanship and modern, high-performance electronics. Based in Brazil, Martyn has gained international recognition for his "art-piece" basses, which frequently feature rare, sustainably sourced exotic woods and highly ergonomic, single-cutaway designs. His work is characterized by a "completely custom" philosophy, often building his own pickups and preamps to ensure every component is tailored to the specific tonal requirements of the player. A rising star in the global boutique market, Samuel’s instruments are increasingly the choice for premier session players—including Fabio Lessa—who require a balance of organic resonance and high-fidelity output.