Category: Luthiers
Tim Reede Guitars 100th Guitar Interview ID NAME: Tim Reede LIVING IN : Minneapolis MN USA LUTHIER YOU ADMIRE THE MOST: I especially like those who are innovators. Linda Manzer, Ken Parker, Kathy Wingert, Jimmy D’Aquisto, Ervin Somogyi, Michihiro Matsuda are some that I respect and they have inspired my own work. There are […]
DnA Ryer Guitars by David Ryer Interview ID NAME: David Ryer (DnA Ryer Guitars, the DnA is for David and Ardell my wife) LIVING IN : Madoc, Ontario Canada TRAINING & BACKGROUND: I started repairing instruments and later took a guitar building course from Sergei de Jonge and then a 28 month apprenticeship with […]
NW Guitars by Nicolas Walkowiak ID NAME: NW Guitars NICK NAME : Walkowiak Nicolas LIVING IN : Toulouse, France TRAINING & BACKGROUND: Self taught PLAYING: Guitar, Vocals, Drums NAME OF YOUR HIGH SCHOOL BAND : Drawn, Dexter LUTHIER YOU ADMIRE THE MOST: Padalka LAST ALBUM YOU BOUGHT : Audioslave LAST MUSIC SONG YOU PUT IN YOUR CAR: Show […]
NW Guitars Interview ID NOM: NW Guitars SURNOM : Walkowiak Nicolas ATELIER : Toulouse, France FORMATION : Autodidacte JOUE : Guitare, Chant, Batterie NOM DE TON GROUPE : Drawn, Dexter LUTHIER QUE TU ADMIRES LE PLUS : Padalka DERNIER ALBUM ACHETÉ : Audioslave DERNIÈRE MUSIQUE TU AS ÉCOUTÉ EN VOITURE : Show me how to live : Audioslave […]
Berdah Guitars by Michel Berdah Interview Find the English version of this interview HERE ID NOM : Michel Berdah SURNOM : Mitch, Mitchum L’ATELIER : Vaucresson, France FORMATION : J’ai commencé par un kit 000 StewMac que j’ai montré à Alain Quéguiner qui m’a dit : “Ben voilà, c’est propre, ça sonne bien. T’as plus qu’à […]
Berdah Guitars Interview Retrouvez la version française de cette interview ICI ID NAME: Michel Berdah NICK NAME : Mitch, Mitchum LIVING IN : Vaucresson, France TRAINING & BACKGROUND: First, a StewMac kit validated by Alain Queguiner, then my own with the DVD and online help of Robbie O’Rien, then four times two weeks internship at […]
Road One T-style by NW Guitars ID MODEL : Road One T-style LUTHIER : NW Guitars Road One T-style by NW Guitars – Can you tell us about the inspiration behind the design of this new Road One guitar model? The Road One, a modern guitar that preserves the classic and […]
La Road One T-style par NW Guitars ID MODEL : Road One T-style LUTHIER : NW Guitars La Road One T-style par NW Guitars – Peux-tu nous parler de l’inspiration derrière la conception de ce nouveau modèle de guitare Road One ? La Road One, une guitare moderne qui conserve le […]
Stankevičius Guitars Interview ID NAME: Vadim Stankevičius LIVING IN : Vilnius, Lithuania TRAINING & BACKGROUND: Youtube, forums, chats and coworking PLAYING: #1 Model „Anastasija“ (and 6 other guitars 😀 ) NAME OF YOUR HIGH SCHOOL BAND : The Gypsons, Swing Cats, The Ditties LUTHIER YOU ADMIRE THE MOST: Beau Hannam INSTRUMENT YOU DREAM TO HAVE ONE DAY: CNC […]
Eyestone Guitars by Leonhard Augenstein Interview ID NAME: Leonhard Augenstein, Eyestone Guitars LIVING IN : Bavaria, Germany TRAINING & BACKGROUND: I am a professional industrial designer with tons of experience in doing prototypes and other stuff. Books and DIY were my teachers when I stepped more and more into the lutherie. PLAYING: Guitar, of course. […]
Choosing the Right Guitar Neck Profile: A Guide for Guitarists and Bassists Choosing the Right Guitar Neck Profile: A Guide for Guitarists and Bassists – Understanding the Different Types of Guitar Neck Profiles When choosing a guitar, one of the most important factors to consider is the shape of the neck. The neck profile, […]
Joey Landreth – Interview Artists and Luthiers Joey Landreth is a Singer/Songwriter & Musician from Winnipeg / Manitoba Canada. He was part of the The Bros. Landreth band with his elder brother David. The brothers share vocals, while Joey plays guitar and David plays bass. Country and folk music group, their album Let It […]
César Box Guitars by César Vous pouvez lire cette interview en français ICI ID NAME: César Box Guitars NICK NAME : César LIVING IN : 18340 VORLY, FRANCE TRAINING & BACKGROUND: Self-taught PLAYING: Guitar & cigar box PLAYING IN A BAND: Subdream LUTHIER YOU ADMIRE THE MOST: I really like Daddy Mojo’s work, his […]
César Box Guitars Interview You can read this interview in English HERE ID NOM : César Box Guitars SURNOM : César ATELIER : 18340 VORLY, FRANCE FORMATION & BACKGROUND : Autodidacte JOUE DE: Guitare & cigar box GROUPE : Subdream, on fait du rock instrumental. LUTHIER QUE TU ADMIRES LE PLUS : J’aime beaucoup le travail de […]
Mastering the basics: A guide to maintaining your luthier instrument Mastering the basics: A guide to maintaining your luthier instrument – Why regular maintenance is crucial for the longevity of your luthier instrument As a luthier instrument owner, it is essential to understand the importance of regular maintenance in order to prolong the […]
A Legacy of Quality: Lorenzo Frignani’s Guitars and Stringed Instruments Please note that all instruments presented in this article, are instruments available for sale, contact the Luthier for more info A Legacy of Quality: Lorenzo Frignani’s Guitars and Stringed Instruments Lorenzo Frignani is a highly skilled luthier with over 30 years of experience […]
Viola da Gamba: History, Characteristics and Influence Viola da Gamba: History, Characteristics and Influence The Viola da Gamba is a beautiful and unique musical instrument that has a rich history dating back several centuries. With its distinct sound and versatile playing style, the Viola da Gamba has left an indelible mark on classical […]
Frisina Design by Guido Frisina Interview ID NAME: Guido Frisina NICK NAME : Guido LIVING IN : Viena – Barcelona, SPAIN TRAINING & BACKGROUND: Autodidact from 1994. PLAYING: I feel better doing than dreaming. But I play guitar and bass. But actually I’m a professional percussionist LUTHIER YOU ADMIRE THE MOST: Michael Spalt, Ezequiel Galasso, […]
We can help you find your next luthier instrument! Please note that all instruments presented in this article, are instruments available for sale, contact the Luthier for more info We can help you find your next luthier instrument! When it comes to purchasing a musical instrument, many musicians turn to luthiers to create […]
The Evolution of Lutherie Around the World: A Historical Overview The Evolution of Lutherie Around the World: A Historical Overview Lutherie, the art and craft of building stringed musical instruments, including both plucked and bowed instruments, has a rich and diverse history that spans across continents and centuries. From the creation of lutes […]
Mastering the Art of Violin Making: A Look into Dmitry Badiarov’s Book Please note that the book presented in this article is available for sale, contact the Luthier for more information. Mastering the Art of Violin Making: A Look into Dmitry Badiarov’s Book The world of violin making is a highly skilled and […]
Toon Guitars by Steve Toon Interview ID NAME: Steve Toon – Toon Guitars LIVING IN : Gloucestershire, United Kingdom TRAINING & BACKGROUND: I first trained as a cabinet maker and then went to the London College of Furniture where I studied early fretted instruments, after this it was the usual trial and error experimenting to […]
Maxime Baron Guitars Interview ID NAME: Maxime Baron NICK NAME : Max LIVING IN : Montréal, Québec, Canada TRAINING & BACKGROUND: Lutherie-Guitare Bruand & learned with Michel Pellerin PLAYING: I’ve got a Taylor GS Mini as my camping guitar. I’ve been trying to build one for myself for years. NAME OF YOUR HIGH SCHOOL BAND […]
Daz Guitarz Luthier Interview Vous pouvez lire cette interview en français ICI ID NAME : David Zammitti LIVING IN : Calmont 31560, FRANCE TRAINING & BACKGROUND: self-taught PLAYING: Guitar, bass, drums NAME OF YOUR BAND : Nema LUTHIER YOU ADMIRE THE MOST: Fred Donvalle, Maxime Plangenet INSTRUMENT YOU DREAM TO HAVE ONE DAY: 90′ Wasburn LAST ALBUM YOU […]
Daz Guitarz Lutherie Interview You can read this interview in English HERE ID NOM : David Zammitti L’ATELIER : Calmont 31560, FRANCE FORMATION : Autodidacte JOUE : Guitare, basse, batterie NOM DE TON GROUPE : Nema LE LUTHIER QUE TU ADMIRES LE PLUS : Fred Donvalle, Maxime Plangenet L’INSTRUMENT QUE TU RÊVES D’AVOIR UN JOUR […]
Pellerin Guitars by Michel Pellerin – Interview ID NAME: Michel Pellerin NICK NAME: Mitch LIVING IN : Thetford Mines, Québec, Canada TRAINING & BACKGROUND: École Nationale de lutherie, Québec 1998 , then Ervin Somogyi voicing class, in 2011 PLAYING: Guitar, for sure…. but mostly classical guitar and electric (metal) NAME OF YOUR HIGH SCHOOL […]
Mini Clip-On Microphones for Acoustic Stringed Instruments Bartlett Audio If you want to convey the natural timbre of your instrument to your audience, these mics are for you ! All are hand-made in North Carolina, USA. They provide a beautiful acoustic sound, much better than a pickup. All have very good gain-before-feedback […]
Jürss Guitars by Karl Jürss ID NAME: Karl Jürss NICK NAME : Kalle LIVING IN : Stockholm, Sweden TRAINING & BACKGROUND: Musikinstrumentakademien or “The Academy of Musical Instruments “in Stockholm PLAYING: When I sit down and play I usually play either the very first acoustic I built just for my own fun, or the most […]
La Récupcaster par César Box Guitars ID MODEL : Récupcaster LUTHIER : César Box Guitars La Récupcaster par César Box Guitars – Peux-tu nous présenter ton modèle ? La Récupcaster est une guitare électrique fabriquée à partir de bois de récupération provenant souvent de tables chinées à Emmaüs. Le […]
Gray Acoustics by Steve Gray Interview ID NAME: Stephen Gray – “Gray-Acoustics” NICK NAME: I’m fine with Steve LIVING IN : Nantes, France TRAINING & BACKGROUND: I would say I fit into the “self-taught” category. Having formed a love for music in my early teens and then gone on to study electrical/mechanical engineering at […]