Manufacturers of High Performance, All-American Made Electric Guitars & Basses
·precision American craftsmanship
·unequaled sound & playability · innovative patented designs
·uniquely designed to satisfy the worlds best players
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“I
can get 10 different sounds. I keep finding more tunes I can use this
guitar on.” “I’ve got my other guitars in the trailer.
All I’m using right now is my U.S. Masters Super T”
Rich
Eckhardt, lead
guitar for country music star Toby Keith Rich plays a Super T, a LeGrand
and a Sportster
“Right
out of the box we plugged it into my Matchless and started recording. The
tone was killer. Beefy lows and searing high end and tons of tone combinations
with the push pull pots. The neck played great right up to the body, a tribute
to the smooth neck joint. Everyone was really impressed. I have produced
a lot of great guitar players including Jimmy Olander, Ray Kennedy, Steve
Wariner, Lee Roy Parnell, Brent Mason and Keith Urban. Consequently I have
also listened to a lot of great guitars. My U.S. Masters holds its own with
any instrument I have recorded in my 20 years of doing sessions.” Monty Powell, Producer, Nashville, TN
“I’ve
been a professional musician for several decades now and have owned dozens
of guitars. Among those have been an early 50’s Gibson Super 400, late
50’s strat, late 50’s Les Paul, 335s, Guild Starfires‚ Epiphone
Zephyr Regent, Ibanez George Benson, and many, many more; lots of arch tops
and lots of semi and solid bodies. Currently I have several strats and teles
and my main guitar has been a Tom Anderson Drop Top. The US Masters rep
is a friend and loaned me a Versatek to see what I thought. I took it to
my next gig. Broke a string on the Anderson in the first set. Picked up
the Versatek. My first reaction was how different the neck felt. It felt
good but different. Guitar players can be a bit conservative and tend to
shy away from things that feel different. Probably why so many vintage instruments
are so prized. Anyway, I didn’t have any choice. After 30 minutes playing
this guitar I ended up playing it the rest of the night. I used it on my
next recording session; in fact I’ve been playing it exclusively ever
since. From the locking tuners to the captive neck joint, U.S. Masters have
taken a traditional design and improved it every step of the way. Look at
the features on their brochure and then check out one of their guitars.
There is no bull, just the facts. When they say their knobs work better,
they do!. When they say their tone pot gives you more usable sounds, it
does! Lots of little things add up to big things. When I pick up a U.S.
Masters guitar I am struck with how SOLID it feels. It’s like comparing
a BMW to a Rambler. But the biggy is the NECK! What a great neck! I can
play things on this neck I can’t play on other guitars. I was able
to go to a thicker gauge of strings with no fatigue. It improved my tone
and my alternate picking . Try some sweep picking. There is something about
the neck width that allows sweeping to be more positive. The shape of the
neck allows your hand to stay in a better technical position up and down
the neck. It translates to less fatigue and more chops. This is the best
neck I have ever played on any guitar PERIOD! If all they did was make necks
I would be replacing the necks on all my guitars. These instruments are
in the PRS‚ Tom Anderson realm and are much more affordable. You know
I’m not sure why, cause frankly, these are better guitars!"Erick Hailstone, Professional Studio Musician, Composer,
Producer, Sound Designer, Programmer and Clinician
George
Clinton (George Clinton & The P-Funk All Stars)
has recorded two new albums with his U.S. Masters
LeGrand guitar and EP53 purpleheart bass. “I love the sound and the
feel - the workmanship, the attention to detail.” And when he received
the bass he said, “This is so beautiful.
I can’t let it out of the studio. This
is the best guitar yet. This is the best guitar I’ve ever played.”
Garry Shider, guitar,
George Clinton & The P-Funk All Stars speaking of his U.S. Masters
EP Artist guitar
"At
first glance, one might dismiss the Vector Versatek as just another fancy,
albeit handsome, Strat clone. That would be a pity, since this guitar
packs an uncommon number of innovations and quality components into its
relatively traditional form.” “Our model’s dual humbuckers
were refreshingly clear, without the faintest hint of squawk that often
plagues humbuckers.” “With a list price of $2,399, the (Vector)
Versatek compares favorably with guitars that cost up to $500 more. Players
seeking a clear-voiced and meticulously well-built guitar will find the
U.S. Masters a masterful alternative.”
Douglas Baldwin writing for Maximum Guitar
(magazine)
Note that Douglas was not aware that the $2,399 price
also included the deluxe hardshell case!
Jay, professional guitarist out of Madison, WI
speaking of his new U.S. Masters Super T guitar
I've
played just about all the high basses made and I can't put yours down.
The neck is fluid. The balance is perfect. The TONE..........! I particularly
enjoyed the process of designing a bass with Dave. He knows his craft
and it shows in all of the basses. You can't go wrong with one of these.
The EP52 Fretless is unbelievable when recorded. Nothing sounds like it.
Great work guys. YOU DA MAN!
Colin
C. Fequa (a.k.a. Dazz) Dazz Jazz Band,
Will Williams. Da Brat, Chris Hicks, Breath of Heaven
Diz Dismore, bassist with Harvey Mandel,
guitar and bass with Quirky’s House
"Simply
wonderful! I just returned from a 2-1/2 hour rehersal and all I want to
do is play it some more. This bass is incredibly well built, in spite
of the fact that it costs only $1,049. It is constructed as well as my
old Alembic or Ken Smith basses, easily. In fact, the neck shape reminds
me of my old Alembic, and that was the sweetest neck I've ever played
(until now). the sound is pure P-bass, which I totally dig. Every thing
about this baby is top-notch, right down to the shimmering oil-finished
mahogany and spotless fretboard. The fretwork is great as well. Nary a
single dead spot on the neck (howdya do that?) and the balance is good
although a teensy bit neck-heavy (not like my Smith though.) Light as
a feather, too. I should stop gushing; you'll think I am looking for an
endorsement deal! Kudos on a wonderful axe at a wonderful price. Made
in the USA too!"
Ken Robinson,
Denver
Bob T. in Portland, ME, professional player, instructor & clinician
Larry Taylor, Bass Player for the “Alibi” Band
Roman Morykit of Gypsy Soul about his new
U.S. Masters EP45C (Purpleheart) Fretless Bass
Michael in Springfield, IL
Kris in San Diego, CA
Trofi in New Zealand
“I’ve owned 57 guitars and this Vector
Artist plays and sounds better than any of them.”
Andy
in Belleville, WI
“I
"I was very impressed with the sound varieties.” “I really
dig your craftsmanship and superior workmanship.”
Garrick
in Switzerland
“It
is such an outstanding value.” “great sound, plays amazingly
well... and you can’t beat the price.”
Tim
in Middleton, WI
“It
is excellent!! I love the way everything looks together; the purpleheart
on black is cool .” “I love the bass, and I am very happy with
the service from you and from the Music Center.”
Cameron in
IL
"Very
cool guitar. Real light and comfortable. Great neck. If I were a gigging
musician i could see having this guitar strapped on all night without
killing my back."
Doug from
Wisconsin Rapids
“The
finest guitar I have palyed in a long time”
Jeff,
designer of famous line of guitars (we can’t mention)
Why
did you choose this guitar? “Feel, sound and obvious quality.”
James in
Dayton, OH
"Features.
looks & the great playability.” “This bass plays & sounds
great. Very impressive.”
Chuck
in Sacramento, CA
“When
I put my hands on the LeGrand I eventually purchased I was instantly and
irreversibly inspired to begin playing guitar again after a seven year
hiatus (I’ve only played bass during this time). Each time I picked
up my Strat or any other guitar over the years, I’d play for a few
minutes ending with boredom and sore tendons. I play my US Masters Legrand
every day for hours, always satisfied and never fatigued.”
Dana
in Madison, WI
“I
was looking for high quality at the best price I could find. I pawed about
30 strats before deciding that I would be better sinking the money into
the guitar and not the name on the headstock. I got what I was looking
for. The quality to $$ ratio is impressive.”
Skip
- (taken from a review posted on the internet at harmonycentral.com
)
"Built
very well; plays incredible; the guitar is rich with sound”
Nicholas
in Freeport, NY
"The
satin finish Lacewood really caught my eye. It plays and sounds better
than many basses costing 4x as much.”
Travis in
Harrisonburg, VA
“Original
look and sound. Feels very solid and real. Versatile pickup selection
(heavy to bluesy).”
Scott
in Blaine, MN
“Once
again, I really love the quality and workmanship of the guitar I played
at Sammy’s store. If you can duplicate that quality I would be proud
playing any guitar built by you.”
John
in Dickson City, PA
“This
guitar took my workhorse PRS of 10 yrs off the road. Great, Great
tone.”
Steve in
Palm Harbor, FL
“I
have receive it. You made a beautiful guitar, now I have the best guitar
in the city (in my city lives more than 1 million people) thanks.”
Rinat
in Omsk, Russia
“I
just wanted to say that U.S. Masters is the best guitar since Paul Reed
Smith. I have been playing prs’s for quite a while and wanted to
tell you that your guitars are just as good, if not better, for less money.
Keep up the good work. I’m a customer for life.”
Rob Welborn-
Va
“It
was the most unbelievably perfect guitar under $2000 that I tried. I fell
in love with it.” “I would buy another of your guitars in a
second! Best “strat”* I ever owned.” *Refering
to our LeGrand which he had recently purchased. Peter
in Centreville, VA, a professional player of 20 years
“Wonderful
tone. Great workmanship. Nice neck!”
Edward
in Waukegan, IL
“The
sound, the hardware, the sound, the wood, the sound, the feel of the neck,
and did I mention the sound?” “My compliments. Not only does
it sound and play wonderfully, but it is also a work of woodworking art!
Worth every penny!”
Brian
in Aurora, IL
“The
quality easily surpasses other brands, and the range of tones and responsive
volume and tone knobs are exceptional.” “Quality workmanship
and materials, great sound, excellent neck” “many versatile
sounds”
Jon in
Middleton, WI
“Excellent
quality and value” “IT IS GORGEOUS!!” referring
to his Amber Vector Versatek with a AAA curly maple top and AAA birdseye
neck.'
Noel
in Nashville, TN
“I
would like to take a minute to commend you on creating a superior instrument.
I have been playing exclusively American made Fender basses for about
six years, and never considered any other brands until I was able to play
one of your basses. It was the only U.S. Masters bass that this particular
store had in stock, and I purchased it right away. I have always preferred
passive electronics, and until now, most companies have done their best
to make this seem like a prehistoric way of thinking. However, you have
given me hope that there are still luthiers out there who believe in the
evolution of truly great concepts.”
Casey
in Frederick, MD
U.S. Masters Guitar
Works is a product of M-Tec Corp.
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These products are covered by U.S. Patents Nos.
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The Following are Trademarks of U.S. Masters
Guitar Works:
Compression-Set
Captive Neck Joint · Contoured-Flex Truss Rod System · Contoured-Flex
Neck Reinforcing Truss Rod System
Sportster · EP · SuperT · Punch
Control · Ever-Tru Neck · Extended Uniform Profile ·
MultiVoice Tone Circuit
MVP MultiVoice Passive Tone Circuit · Studio Active Electronics
· Live Active Electronics · Versatek
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