Customer Testimonials

Chris Goertzen, Professor of Music History and World Music

"I was a medium-level coffee house player in TX as a student in the early 70s; some guitar skill but no special quality to the voice and no charisma at that time. I taught guitar for a few years after getting my B. A., then went to grad school for music history and eventually ethnomusicology. I played guitar some years more than others--for instance, when my wife had a grad. student Fulbright in Vienna, I tagged along and researched country music there partly through performing at joints such as the "Old Tucson Western and Country Club." I now live in Slidell, LA, and teach music history at the University of Southern Mississippi. A few years ago, I was asked to be the academic going around MS with a visiting small exhibit from the Smithsonian, and got back into public performing--I figured that concerts with some talk would be lots better received than plain lectures. I also accompany old-time fiddlers now and then, and play guitar when interviewing fiddlers (I write quite a bit on fiddling)."

"My cedar/mahogany CS has joined a few other guitars on which I pursue my current performing interest, to play Renaissance lute music. It’s got a stunning volume and remarkably versatile sweet, sweet sound. I have some fine guitars, but this one is causing dust to gather on the others. It’s not just an instrument, it’s a passionate companion."

Mary Weis, D.V.M., guitarist, church musician

"My five year search for a new 12-string acoustic guitar led me to Dave MacCubbin’s website (via Dan Schutte) and the initial email inquiry about his guitars began a six month journey that resulted in a very beautiful instrument which I love to play."

"Early on in the process, there were a lot of decisions to be made about the type of guitar I wanted: style, body type, as well as woods to choose for the top, neck, back and sides along with other design related items such as neck width, sound hole designs, scale length, bracing patterns, tuners, and so much more. Dave was very helpful through it all and in constant contact via email and phone calls. He created a web page for me and had photos of my guitar so I could see the construction process. During this time, I came to appreciate the skill, precision, attention to detail, and great love and dedication that went into making my instrument."

"My new 12 string is a wonderful combination of form and function due to the care and expertise of Dave’s craftsmanship. The woods are beautiful and the tone and responsiveness of the instrument inspire musicality. I am so pleased, elated, and honored to own and play an original MacCubbin 12-string guitar. I had never thought about having a custom made guitar and I’m so glad I did. I’ve even tried to talk Dave into making a 5 string bluegrass banjo for me, but I think he prefers working with the woods to craft such fine guitars. Thank you, Dave, for making such a wonderful instrument for me to play and also for following your passion."

Dan Schutte - Composer, Liturgist, Artist, Author

"The woods we chose are exquisitely beautiful, and the abalone inlays are so lovely and refined. The rosette surrounding the sound hole is simple and elegant. The workmanship is nothing less than astounding."

"Then I picked up the instrument to play for the first time. The first thing I noticed was that it sounded different than my thirty-five year old Martin D-28. I was startled at first but continued to let the new sound play into my ears. As I played and listened I began to notice a very lovely combination of warmth and clarity. It didn't take me long to come to love the richness of the sound. Now I find that when I go back to my Martin after playing the new guitar, the old instrument sounds muffled. The string action on the new guitar is like butter and playing is nearly effortless. Needless to say, I am thrilled and deeply grateful to Dave for his gracious offer and the many hours he spent in his workshop creating this instrument that carries inside it both his and my spirit."

"For anyone who might be interested in a custom-made guitar, I assure you that you’ll not be disappointed."

Best known for his inspiring hymn "Here I Am, Lord," Dan Schutte has been composing music for Christian worship for over thirty years. Many of his compositions have been translated into other languages and are published in hymnals throughout the world. To learn more about Dan and his work, click on www.danschutte.com

Frank Winterling - Blind Monkey Band

"I first met Dave MacCubbin of MacCubbin Guitars during a guitar show in Pennsylvania. Once I played several of his hand-made acoustic guitars, I was hooked."

"Soon after, I contracted Dave to make a custom jumbo dreadnought.  I selected Lacewood with a Spruce top which provides incredibly loud, crisp tone with a warm blend of natural sound throughout the audible spectrum. Every facet of the guitar was custom tailored to my taste. The workmanship is the best I have ever seen. Dave is an amazing luthier and artist in his craft."

For more information on Frank and his band, click on www.blindmonkeyband.com