Endorsements
Tim Mouchet
My Name is Tim Mouchet and I am President of hmcs inc., a small computer consulting firm in Orleans Ontario, just east of Ottawa. I have been playing guitar since I was 15 years of age and music has been my passion all my life. In the last 10 years I have had the privilege of playing in a classic rock band known as "Crossroads" and we have performed at private parties, corporate events, weddings and at some of the local bars in the Orleans area.
Over the last 20 years I have used my musical talents at Divine Infant Parish playing at various weekend masses. I attended some of the 8:00 am masses where Gerry and his lovely wife Laurie would lead the music. It was always a treat for me to listen to these two very talented people. Gerry went the extra mile by recording additional instruments to enhance the quality of his music.
It was during this time I learned that Gerry was a professional luthier, designing and creating high quality guitars. Gerry heard that the parish was in need of a guitar and he graciously offered to build and donate one. I must say, I was astonished and amazed at the quality and workmanship that went into this beautiful instrument. It is truly a "work of art".
I had the distinct pleasure of visiting Gerry's home and was able to see first hand how these wonderful instruments were being created. It literally takes months for a guitar to be produced. He then brought me into his living room where I was literally surrounded by guitars. Like a kid in a candy store, I was given the opportunity to try them out. "WOW!!!!" I could have spent hours there.
Gerry uses the finest materials and I know great care is taken in producing each and every instrument. His brand name is Xaver.
If you're in the market for a "Quality" custom built guitar, give Gerry a call and set up an appointment. Even if you're not in the market, if you're a guitar enthusiast, check out his guitars - you won't be disappointed.
Tim Mouchet
Gordon Matheson
Hi Gerry,
Many thanks for letting me play a few of your hand made guitars at the Cumberland Farmers market today. I'm still overwhelmed as to how great they sound (especially the "Grand Concert"). I've played many, many top quality steel stringed acoustic guitars over the years and in my opinion yours are head and shoulders above the rest.
I challenge anyone to find a better sounding acoustic guitar anywhere. The sound quality over the fret range just takes your breath away. Quite clearly you've put your heart and soul into these instruments. I've been teaching music and guitar for over 30 years and I would highly recommend them.
Kind Regards,
Gordon Matheson