Mark Blanchard

Mark Blanchard grew up in a workshop. His father’s home machine shop was the setting in which Mark learned about craftsmanship and developed a love for working with his hands. In the early eighties, while studying physics at the University of California in Santa Cruz, Mark’s love of acoustic music led him into the repair and restoration of string instruments. In1994 Mark began building his own line of acoustic guitars, and he became a full time luthier in 1998. Although largely self taught, Mark has studied flattop guitar acoustics with Al Carruth and archtop guitar construction with Linda Manzer and Tom Ribbecke. Today, Mark’s shop is located in beautiful Northwest Montana where he builds 12 to 14 guitars each year. His one at a time approach to guitar construction allows him bring out the best in each instrument and to closely tailor them to the needs of his customers. His wife, Kath, handles the administrative side of the business which further allows Mark to concentrate on the guitar building. His instruments are known for their clear, balanced sound, easy playability and impeccable workmanship.

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