Michael F. Magee, Bass Luthier 337 Crestview Road, Slippery Rock, PA 16057

"I've had the good fortune to have Mike as my luthier for more than 10 years. He is, literally, the best you can find and I'm lucky to have him within an hour drive. He has repaired and upgraded my Solano -- making it sound like it should have when it was built. He's fixed a collapsing top in a little beater plywood bass I bought to learn to slap, ordered and set up a Shen that I get nothing but compliments on when I'm playing out at festivals and shows, and did work on my Chadwick Folding Bass -- making it much easier to play. I'm fairly certain there is no job he can't do. And, on top of his excellent luthier skills, he's easy to work with and a nice guy. I can't recommend him enough to anyone with a viol instrument!"

"Michael Magee is the best luthier there is. He is honest about what truly needs to be repaired, his prices are fair, and his selection of basses to purchase all have amazing voices. Although he works on other stringed instruments, if you play the bass, take it here for the best possible attention to detail and craftsmanship. There's a reason people come from all over the world to his shop!"