How It Started
My name is Brandin Stroy, and my love for bass started early. One of my uncles would dress me up as Bootsy Collins—glasses, cape, and a Mickey Mouse guitar in hand—then crank up some Parliament-Funkadelic. Looking back, I think I was made to love music and destined to become a bass player.

From Passion to Purpose
In 2001, I was introduced to the core ideas of guitar construction by my tech and mentor, Mike Nedd of Nedd Guitars. That experience sparked a journey of exploring design, refining techniques, and ultimately discovering my voice as a builder.

Talon Guitars was born from that process—but it's grown into something deeper. To me, every instrument is more than just a tool. It’s an opportunity to connect with players on a deeper level, to ask what drives them, and to explore what their instrument says about their story.

The Meaning Behind Talon
The Talon Guitars logo is inspired by the Secretary Bird—a creature known for its boldness, precision, and ability to stomp out snakes. It reminds me of Jesus, who came to stomp the head of the serpent and give us hope beyond this life.

That symbolism is woven into every instrument I build. I want each Talon bass to represent clarity, strength, and purpose—not just sonically, but spiritually. Every build has the potential to spark more than just tone. It can spark conversation, inspiration, and identity.

Let’s Build Together
I’m Brandin, the builder behind Talon Guitars. I work closely with each client to design basses that reflect who they are—how they play, how they think, and what they value. This is more than a build—it’s a collaboration, and it’s personal.