Players

Tucker

Lone Madrone-Portland, OR.


“I realized early on that what I had was more than just a guitar, I had a writing partner” Lone Madrone on Myspace Music – Free Streaming MP3s, Pictures & Music Downloads

Tucker (Parlor guitar) and Michael Bateman (Corneille) of Lone Madrone with their Strattons. Photo by Dylan VanWeelden


Benjamin Wingate

Quitman, GA.


“The first thing my wife said about my OM is “It’s as loud as that banjo,” which, I think, says a lot. More importantly, though, is that the tone is so amazingly perfect. Single notes, fingerpicked or in flat-picked solos, are clear and distinct. Chords have a harmonic relationship without a bassy washout. It maintains balance and integrity all over the fret board, and it’s a total joy to play. That’s the best thing about this guitar; this is a player’s instrument- song to song and style to style, it’s the guitar I want to play all the time. This is the guitar my kids will remember me playing when I’m gone.”


Kevin Johnson

Small Gas Engine-San Francisco, CA.


Kevin with his Stratton Dreadnought. Photo courtesy of Jay Hipps

“My style is all about the strum. My intent is to provide some substance and foundation while the other players in the band add blasts of color here and there. Bianca, (my Stratton) provides an incredibly thick and lush sound giving me the exact results I’m striving toward. I even prefer it over my friend’s Martin. My Stratton is hands down the best guitar I’ve ever owned or played.” http://myspace.com/smallgasengine


Jon Rauhouse

Phoenix, AZ.
Jon records and tours with the likes of Neko Case, Jakob Dylan and The Boxmasters as well as putting out his own awesome discs on the Bloodshot label. Check out what he’s up to at www.jonrauhouse.com


 

Jon in the studio with his Brazilian Rosewood/Carpathian Spruce OM.

“It’s the best sounding and playing guitar I’ve ever played”


Joshua Collum

Dust Settlers, Portland, OR

From the first time I played this instrument, I knew it was special. The sound is incredible, from the rich dark lows to the vibrant highs. It’s evident that Stephen understands tone quality and playability. The fit and finish are stunning and I couldn’t be happier with my mandolin. I know that I will cherish this instrument for rest of my life.

Joshua with his F-5. Photo by Jeremy Running