Riversong Guitars
| Riversong Guitars | |
|---|---|
| Status | Active |
| Genre | Music industry |
| Location | Sicamous, British Columbia Kamloops, British Columbia |
| Country | Canada |
Riversong Guitars is a Canadian guitar manufacturer based in Sicamous, British Columbia.
History
Riversong Guitars was established as a division of Lee’s Music,[1] a family-run music store founded by Lee Miltimore in Kamloops, British Columbia.[2][3] Drawing on his background in music retail, audio engineering, and instrument building, Mike Miltimore launched Riversong with the aim of rethinking acoustic guitar construction.[4][5][6][7][8]
The company initially operated out of Kamloops before expanding production into a larger facility in Sicamous, British Columbia, a building that formerly housed a houseboat manufacturing operation, with Miltimore stating the location allowed for expanded production and the use of local Canadian tonewoods, including maple, spruce, and walnut from the surrounding Shuswap region.[9]
Products
Riversong produces a range of acoustic and acoustic-electric guitars, including:
- Tradition Series – Riversong’s early line of acoustic guitars combining traditional aesthetics with their unique construction features.[10]
- Trad SE2 – A new model featuring solid Canadian woods, bevels, and their skeletized bracing.[11]
- Pacific Series – Their most affordable models designed for live performance and touring musicians.[12]
- G2 Series – Higher-end guitars based on designs from their custom shop.[13]
The company also offers one-off custom guitars, ukuleles and custom electric guitars all including their adjustable neck system.[14]
Recognition
Riversong has received recognition from the music industry including:
- Nominations for Acoustic Guitar of the Year and Product of the Year at the MMR Dealers’ Choice Awards, with Riversong’s P2P-GA winning the award in 2022.[15][16]
- Design awards & local entrepreneurship awards[17][18][19]
- New distribution deals bringing the company to markets outside of Canada - including a U.S. Distribution partnership with Peavey Electronics in 2023 which the two companies announced at the 2023 NAMM Show in Anaheim, California.[20]
- Endorsements from touring musicians and educators who emphasize the instruments’ playability and stability in variable climates.[21][22]
Manufacturing
The company depicts a focus on sustainable manufacturing practices, using locally sourced woods and environmentally conscious finishes.[23] In late 2023, the company expanded production to a larger facility located in Sicamous, British Columbia. [24]
See also
References
- ^ "Vintage – Consignment – Custom". Retrieved 2025-09-19.
- ^ "Lee Miltimore | NAMM.org". www.namm.org. 2024-01-23. Retrieved 2025-09-19.
- ^ James, Paul. "Kamloops music mainstay to re-establish on Tranquille corridor". Radio NL - Kamloops News. Retrieved 2025-09-19.
- ^ "Musical Merchandise Review September 2023". artistpro.mydigitalpublication.com. Retrieved 2025-09-19.
- ^ Milner, Marie (2012-09-06). "Mike Miltimore of Riversong Guitars | Kootenay Business". kootenaybiz.com. Retrieved 2025-09-19.
- ^ "Mike Miltimore | NAMM.org". www.namm.org. 2024-01-23. Retrieved 2025-09-19.
- ^ officebureau (2013-06-04). "Getting in tune". Advisor.ca. Retrieved 2025-09-19.
- ^ Competition, A' Design Award &. "Mike Miltimore Designer Profile". A' Design Award. Retrieved 2025-09-19.
- ^ OfficeofDavidWilliams (2025-08-13). "Riversong Guitars: From Family Roots to Global Acclaim". MLA David Williams | Salmon Arm-Shuswap. Retrieved 2025-09-19.
- ^ "Riversong Tradition Canadian Special Edition Acoustic Guitar with Hard Bag". Music World Academy. Retrieved 2025-09-19.
- ^ "Trad SE2". Riversong Guitars. Retrieved 2025-09-19.
- ^ "Pacific Series". Riversong Guitars. Retrieved 2025-09-19.
- ^ "G2 Series". Riversong Guitars. Retrieved 2025-09-19.
- ^ "Collections". Riversong Guitars. Retrieved 2025-09-19.
- ^ "Musical Merchandise Review September 2023". artistpro.mydigitalpublication.com. Retrieved 2025-09-19.
- ^ "2022 MMR Dealers Choice Award Winners at the 2023 NAMM Show | MMR Magazine". 2023-04-13. Retrieved 2025-09-19.
- ^ Competition, A' Design Award and (2015-02-28). "Riversong Tradition Acoustic Guitars Adjustable Acoustic Guitar by Mike Miltimore". A' Design Award and Competition. Retrieved 2025-09-19.
- ^ Milner, Marie (2012-09-06). "Mike Miltimore of Riversong Guitars | Kootenay Business". kootenaybiz.com. Retrieved 2025-09-19.
- ^ "Riversong Guitars Announces New Awards and Nominations | MMR Magazine". 2016-10-07. Retrieved 2025-09-19.
- ^ Electronics, Peavey (2023-07-06). "Peavey Partners with Riversong Guitars to Expand U.S. Distribution". Peavey Electronics Corporation. Retrieved 2025-09-19.
- ^ "don alder acoustic guitarist endorsements". www.donalder.com. Retrieved 2025-09-19.
- ^ "P2P-GA (The River Pacific)". Riversong Guitars. Retrieved 2025-09-19.
- ^ "26 Reasons to Love Riversong". Riversong Guitars. Retrieved 2025-09-19.
- ^ Willson, Rebecca (August 28, 2023). "Internationally acclaimed guitar manufacturer returns to Shuswap roots". Vernon Morning Star. Retrieved October 1, 2025.