UK maker David Reid's auditorium-size Vault Back is a masterpiece of handcrafted precision. David Reid's Vault back is phenomenal. Taking into account the added build complexities, the result is, frankly amazing
Jerry Uwins, Guitar Magazine
Real-wood Vault-Back 2011
Don't fancy a mainstream copy of a CF Martin instrument? Then you should explore this Vault Back compendium of construction techniques.
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Guitarbench.com Interview 2010
David Antony Reid is a London based luthier with a passion for perfection and flair for the unusual. His vault back guitars have been highly rated in the UK and even won the best acoustic guitar over 1000 sterling from Guitar Magazine. We are very fortunate to be able to drag David away from his workbench for this interview.
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Luthier Profile - 'Acoustic' magazine 2009
David Antony Reid’s award-winning guitars use a unique blend of indigenous and eco-friendly tonewoods with distinctive vault backs that take their inspiration from Renaissance-era lutes.
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Real-wood Vault-Back 2009
The UK is not short of acoustic guitar makers – often solo luthiers making very few high quality instruments each year. Battersea-based David Antony Reid is one such maker.
Guitarist magazine |
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Auditorium Acoustic 2004
A relative newcomer to British Luthiery, David Reid already has the perfectionist abilities of a seasoned maker and an ever-growing legion of fans. Jerry Uwins runs an exacting rule over his latest creation…
Guitar &
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Vault Back Acoustic 2003
It can be a big leap from amateur to professional but here’s a new name in British luthiery to watch out for. David Reid’s creation has an unusual design, disarming panache and an eye for precision. Review by Jerry Uwins…
Guitar Magazine |
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