I was born in central Iowa, and first met the doublebass at age 8. In 1993 I moved to Boston to freelance and attend the Longy School of Music. As my interests developed, a question remained unanswered: how is a doublebass made? Well, Boston luthier & bassist John Styklunas was the first to answer that question.

It's been over 15 years now, and my teachers also include Michael Shank, Paul Hart, and Daniel Hachez. All of these luthiers have helped me assemble the skills and high standards necessary to make and repair professional-quality double basses. Most importantly, my training has taught me to always respect the client... regardless of value of the bass they own.

Since establishing my Cincinnati shop in 2000, my instruments have received awards for tone and workmanship. In addition, I received the 2007 "Friend Of The Bass" award from the International Society of Bassists for organizing the Katrina Basses project.

Commissions
A deposit of $5,000 is required to commission an instrument. Balance is due upon completion and the current wait time is 9 months. Click here for more information.

Please note that my prices will be increasing as of Jan 1, 2012. Order before this date to lock in 2011 pricing.