The Shop
At Niko’s Guitars, we don’t just sell guitars—we offer a true musical experience. Our online store is a place where guitarists of all backgrounds can find quality instruments, carefully selected to meet their specific needs. Whether you’re looking for a vintage electric guitar, a rare signature model, a limited edition, a particular year, or anything else, we’ve got you covered. With our knowledge of
Every guitar available on Niko's Guitars is carefully selected, with an emphasis on build quality, sound, condition... We work to offer you instruments that stand out for their excellence.
Our mission is to provide you with more than just a guitar. It's a tool to express your creativity, to create music, and to live your passion every day. But it's also a way to simply collect exceptional objects or items from a particular year. Explore our shop, discover the models that inspire you, and let yourself be guided on your musical journey with instruments that reflect your personality. Or contact us if you haven't found what you're looking for.
The Team
Niko (or NikoSlash) is a French solo guitarist from Grenoble. He has been deeply influenced by rock legends such as Slash (Guns N’ Roses), Jimmy Page (Led Zeppelin), and Ritchie Blackmore (Deep Purple). After three years of classical guitar training, he turned to the electric guitar, opening a new chapter in his musical career.
In 2011, Niko launched his YouTube channel dedicated to the world of Slash, the famous guitarist of Guns N’ Roses. His channel has enjoyed notable success with over 200k subscribers, bringing together a community of rock and guitar enthusiasts.
In addition to his online activities, Niko collaborates with luthier Manu Ansart of Evasion Guitare, with whom he developed a signature guitar. This collaboration is a testament to his commitment to the quality and authenticity of rock sound.
Through his various initiatives, Niko has established himself as a key figure on the French guitar scene, sharing his passion and expertise with an ever-growing audience.
Passionate about Gibson guitars, Niko has developed a particular expertise in this field. He wanted, through this site, to offer a selection of used guitars, offering musicians the opportunity to acquire quality, exceptional instruments and making the transaction more reliable. He is also in close contact with Slash to whom he regularly offers guitars; some are the subject of a transaction, like the magnificent Yamano Custom Shop Peacock Green that Slash used for Foreigner's induction into the Rock'n'roll Hall of Fame, or "La Parisienne", a 1960 standard found in new condition.
From a young age, Monsieur Kiao immersed himself in the world of music, starting the guitar at 12 and quickly expanding his skills to bass, drums, percussion and singing. His academic training includes studies at the conservatory and high school, crowned by a 19/20 in the music option in the baccalaureate.
His career is marked by highlights, including his performance in 1996 with LOL and the group on the set of "Nulle Part Ailleurs", as well as stage collaborations alongside renowned guitarists such as Patrick Rondat and Christophe Godin.
Passionate about lutherie, Monsieur Kiao designs and modifies guitars and basses, enriching his collection of vintage and modern instruments. As a performer, he has traveled the globe, merging his playing with DJs to offer unique musical experiences.
A multi-talented entrepreneur, he shares his expertise on the music business on his YouTube channel, offering analyses and sound advice.
At Niko’s Guitars, Monsieur Kiao is the guarantor of logistics and legal aspects. His keen eye for sourcing and his in-depth knowledge of guitars ensure a selection of quality instruments for enthusiasts.
Steph
A late but all-consuming passion!
Steph fell into the world of guitar in 2017, at the age of 38, and it was a real revelation for him.
Passionate about music since always, he quickly developed a love for instruments that have a soul and a story to tell.
Au fil des années, cette passion l’a conduit à de belles rencontres, notamment avec Niko en 2020.
A great lover of beautiful Les Pauls – but not only ! – he appreciates each guitar for what it represents and the experience it carries within it.
Today, through this site, he shares with you this passion for these guitars, hoping that each one finds a musician ready to write the rest of its story.
A daily computer scientist, Steph is the shop’s tech guarantor !