The Staff of Atlanta Guitar Repair

Mike Marshall

Mike received his first guitar as a gift in 1956 at the ripe age of 14. The guitar was damaged and in dire need of repair before the guitar lessons could begin. An old Kay archtop was the patient that Mike brought back to life (and dearly wishes he still had!). The next 3 guitars Mike got also need a good bit of work to make them playable, and the love for repairing guitars was ignited.

Mike studied guitar with Clair Buzzard, who toured with most of the Big Bands during the late 40's and early 50's, and quickly found his love for Jazz and the styles of Kenny Burrell, George Benson, and Joe Di Orio. Over the years, he played with many different types of bands, the last with Woody Guthrie and the Saratoga Blues Band.

Certified by major manufacturers (Fender, Gibson, Guild, Yamaha etc..) to perform warranty repair, Mike went on to become a graduate of the Luthiers International School of Guitar Building and Repairing. He is also a member of The Guild of American Luthiers as well as The Association of Stringed Instruments Artisans. While Mike is the chief luthier, his standards are extremely high for his other staff members.

Slaus Brown-Paul

Slaus is a graduate of Luthier's International and has prior experience at The Fret Shop. He would like to make his living playing the guitar, and is an extremely talented individual. Slaus is a great technician and his work is excellent. He is originally from Central New York state, and has lived the last ten years in Colorado.

Barrett Culpepper

Certified Luthier Barrett Culpepper is a now veteran face at Southeast Guitar Repair. He has many years experience building and repairing stringed instruments, and, like Brian, is also a drummer in an up and coming local band.

Orville Gibson

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Orvie for short, has been forced into his role at Southeast Guitar Repair. While his expertise in gnawing chairs, chasing balls, and giving wet puppy bites to the staff does not directly affect the bottom line of Southeast Guitar Repair, his attitude and enduring love for the members of the staff creates a relaxed and playful environment that affords the staff the luxury of being at home, even while they are at work. While he is still young in experience, this Weimariner is capable of eliciting "oohs" and "aawws" from even the staunchest of customers.

The staff here at Southeast Guitar Repair are completely qualified to perform any kind of repair, and look forward to catering to your every need. Please contact us to find out more about our business.

Thank you! - From the staff at Southeast Guitar Repair.