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John Gilbert
John Gilbert was the chief tool engineer for Hewlett Packard when he decided to quit in 1974 and become a full-time luthier. Gilbert's career was informed by his self-taught education, construction innovations (such as individual string saddles of adjustable heights, and revolutionary tuners), and a voicing technique that emphasized clarity and projection.His son, William, joined John in the construction of classical guitars in 1991. John passed away in 2012.
John Gilbert was the chief tool engineer for Hewlett Packard when he decided to quit in 1974 and become a full-time luthier. Gilbert's career was informed by his self-taught education, construction innovations (such as individual string saddles of adjustable heights, and revolutionary tuners), and a voicing technique that emphasized clarity and projection.His son, William, joined John in the construction of classical guitars in 1991.

John passed away in 2012.
Orillia, Ontario, Canada
Acoustic, Electric, Electric Basses
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