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Randy Stone on his recent purchase of a Sipsey River Steel

I am writing to say THANK You for my SRS. This guitar is simply beautiful! You have out done yourself in the craftsmanship and design. Although I have only been playing lap steel for 8 months, I have been invited to play in two separate bands, one is country/gospel and the other is, of course, Blues. I really have gotten my hands on a one of a kind work of art.

 

Thanks again,

Randy Stone , Fayette, Maine


Joe Wittmeier, commenting on Premiere guitar magazine article

I actually own a SRS; she's amazing. The craftsmanship alone is beautiful, but then you hear that sweet honey sound and wow!

And behind that is such a nice, down to earth man.

Way to go, Jack!

 

Joe Wittmeier

Jean Campbell of Birmingham, Alabama writes:,

Jean Campbell

I met Jack Dudley at a Starbucks about 30 miles south of Birmingham, a halfway point between our homes, to make the much-anticipated acquisition of my custom-made lap steel. Jack arrived right on time. I waited outside the door and figured I'd take the instrument, put it in the back of the car and head home. I didn't want to keep these folks out on a weeknight, but Jack insisted on going inside so he could show me all the bells and whistles.

Jack pulled the 'Witches Broom' (as he had named and signed it) out of the leather gig bag I later learned his wife had developed and sewn - a totally unexpected perk. Jack showed me the guitar and explained to me how it was made and how I should care for it.

I can't tell you how delighted I am with this amazing instrument, from the way it feels to -- mostly important -- the way it sounds. It is excellent. You hardly even have to know how to play. No lie, you just strum this thing and people turn their heads to listen because the tone is rich, silky, and delicious.

It was obvious from that first meeting the man takes great pride in his work and he is a master craftsman. I have no qualms about saying I believe this is the finest instrument I have ever had the privilege to own and play.

 

Jean Campbell

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