Custom guitar maker strikes the right chord in music city

Knowing that Wuqiang had a well-established reputation for making instruments, Peng accepted, hoping to develop his experience.

Wuqiang's history of making musical instruments dates back to the late 1980s, and the county now has 60 makers, and sells instruments to some 80 countries and regions, according to the county government.

"I love it here because the environment caters to the music industry," Peng said.

Under his guidance, the company took part in exhibitions, and their instruments were appreciated by both domestic and foreign customers. In 2009, he was promoted to head the research department, and made responsible for making top-tier guitars.