Customer comments

"I'm superproud of the two basses I ordered, because they came out so fantastic! They sound perfect, the playability is incomparable, and last but not least: they look amazing... This is really what I wanted, I'm more than impressed!" (see photo section)

"My guitar has never played like this. I get the same results with fewer effects. Now my sound is phenomenal, even without the use of effects! Unwanted feedback is gone. You have done a fine job here. I really recommend you to other players!"

"Two weeks after I pickud up my new Marcus, I'd like to congratulate you on the fine job you did. The reason: I can't keep my hands off it! Being an all-time Strat fan (I own four of them now) I can only say one thing: the one you made is, without a doubt, the best. It's got flawless detail all around, perfect fretwork, a mirror-like lacquer finish, plays like heaven and sounds quite unique. I'll recommend you to every guitar player I meet!"
(reviewing his Marcus Strat-clone in Alfa Romeo's 'Azurro Nuvola Pearl' colour - see photo section)

"A while ago, you gave my Telecaster Custom a setup, and checked its electronics. I must say I'm very happy with your work. A job done well and for an honest price: it's nice to find that sort of thing still exists. All the best!"

"SERIOUS COMPLAINTS: my girlfriend is selling our furniture and decided to move back in with her parents; my boss wants to know where the hell I am; and me, well: my fingertips and wrists hurt terribly and I'm SO exhausted!
But seriously: after a week with my new guitar I'm very enthousiastic. Not only does it look great, it also sounds and plays fantastic! I don't need anything else, my Jackson doesn't leave the stand any more.
Look, when I read some of the customer comments on your site, my first reaction was: "yeah right..." Now I've changed my opinion: they didn't exaggerate one bit! In fact, I'm convinced that yours is the last guitar I'll ever buy. Why? Because I'm sure there's nothing better out there..."
(about his olive wood 7-string Marcus - see photo section)

"Playing my old bass is a real pleasure now. You've done a wonderful job! It's incredible. For the last 15 years or so I was unable to play this thing outside my living room. Now it's in good technical shape so I can use it live. At last I can play these low notes without having to worry about fret noise.
I always knew that one day I'd meet a luthier who doesn't look down on an instrument in really bad shape, but who addresses its problems purposefully, efficiently and cleanly. Someone who comes up with a technically superior solution and explains what he did and why he did it in a clear and understandable manner. Thanks ever so much!
Now I know all my other babies have found the perfect attendant."

"My guitar really plays fantastic!!!! I think the set-up was never better! Definitely worth its full price!!! Thank you so much..."

"This bass begs to be played at an amp volume of 10+ and that's exactly what I've done with it! My 350 Watts Ampeg + this monster = Hell On Earth...
The sound is M-A-G-N-I-F-I-C-E-N-T and I suspect that this has something to do with the 18 volts circuit. I used to be a big Music Man fan because they deliver that real bass growl: low, compact ànd clean, without the muddiness of some other basses. But forget about MM, now I can play the axe you built me and beat the hell out of them, soundwise.
Choosing EMG pickups was the right thing to do, I knew that from your comments regarding sound/musical style/.... But the combination of the EMG CS-series with that 18 volts circuit and the EQ of the EMG BTC System yields a sound far beyond my wildest dreams.
My bandmates asked me to tell you they love the exquisite design and finish of the bass, as well as its huge sound. Especially that subtle blue LED was a real killer. I got a lot of compliments yesterday, during my first rehearsal with the new bass, and this is all thanks to you! Forget the 'ordinary' bass guitar you can buy in any music store, I'll go for a rock-solid Marcus anytime: it sure is your money's worth, and you get a lot of free and useful advice along the way - something many music stores could certainly learn from...
In short: it's a mega-bass for my other axes to be jealous of!"
(about his new Marcus 6-string bass - see photo section)

"May I thank you for fixing my bass? Thanks to you I now enjoy playing an ordinary 4-string again, apart from a 5 or my Marcus 6. I can really get any sound, just by tweaking the tone knobs, from P-bass to Jazz Bass, to the heavy metal growl à la Jason Newstedt, and with the extra bridge cap I can even emulate the sound of an acoustic bass. "

"Just letting you know the Spector is magnificent. Thanks for turning a bass I didn't enjoy very much (or should I say: didn't know how to play?), into my next-to-main instrument."
(after fretting his previously fretless bass)

"The twins arrived a couple of days ago. My girlfriend says I'm like a kid at Christmas! I even forgot to send you an e-mail, I was too excited! The guitars are perfect. I can't express how grateful I am that you made them for me. I always had a passion for Flying V's (I own several, as you know) but you have made my boldest dreams come true. Without a doubt, my friend, you are a true professional and I thank you again!"
(even in Chicago, Marcus guitars have an excellent reputation - see photo section)

"I justed tested my guitar, and I'm VEEEEEERRRRRRRRRRY satisfied!
Now my Strat sounds the way it should have for a long time, apparently with a lot more sustain (?), is that possible?
I'm under the impression it sounds much better "overall", I really don't understand, is this because you lowered the nut or what ???

"WHAAAAAAAAMHIEEEEEEOOOOOIIEN!!!!!!!!!!!!"
(asked about the sound of his Marcus handmade Michael Schenker Flying V copy - see photo section)

"The Strat did great during the show: it stays in tune remarkably well, but most of all, it sounds magnificent. It sounded pretty good before, but now it really is a killer axe. It plays very comfortably, the action is perfect, it has way more sustain than before, and its tone has improved. In short, I'm very happy. Tuning in between songs is also enormously reduced.
Just one problem, though: as you predicted, now my Tele seems to suck... I'll have to let you take a look at it, as well!"

"The guitar looks great, plays well and sounds superb. It has a warm, deep sound with bright highs, both single-coil and humbucked.
My Fender sounds pretty harsh, compared to this one. After the first gig, many people asked me what brand it was and where I had purchased it? And it fits a Les Paul hardcase, too! In short: I'm very happy with it! Thanks again!"
(about the guitar we built together, after a design of his - see photo section)

Luc Van Acker (producer, solo-artist, musician with Arbeid Adelt!, Shriekback!, Ministry, Revolting Cocks...):

"You've restored my Domenico Fischetti archtop in a sublime way! The neck feels very solid and the guitar hardly ever goes out of tune. Action and frets are perfect as well. This guitar sounds awesome to me. The size of the neck makes playing it a tough job, though. I've already discoverd new dimensions in finger, hand and arm pains, but I cen't help playing it all the time. I'm terribly enjoying this guitar, just as you predicted. Thank you very much."

"After you'd finished, I went to Key Music with my '60s Strat. Two guys there gave it a try and both were very charmed. In other words: you did a very good job. At home, when I plugged in the guitar, I got the feeling that this restoration was absolutely INCREDIBLY!!!! done. The guitar sounds excellent and plays like a dream. Very professional work, definitely it's money's worth. I'm very happy and would recommend you to any guitar player. Thanks a lot!"