Chris Blatter

Chris Blatter

Single 'O' Guitar


My name is Chris Blatter, lead singer and guitarist from the Country band EYE RECKON. For a good quality sound, a well built guitar is very important to me when I play a show or record music. Many shows that I have played, I've played a custom made guitar built by Billy Norrie. The guitar that I played was a Single 'O' size, with a Spruce top and Rosewood back and sides. Now let me tell you, Billy is a perfectionist, he's very knowledgeable when it comes to wood and achieving the desired sound. Billy explained to me that his guitars great sound has a lot to do with bracing techniques, and I must say he is very knowledgeable and creative with the bracing patterns of his guitars. Playing his guitars is a pleasure, do to the quality, the feel, the comfort, the style, and the uniqueness. Another thing about this guitar that I like, is the clear, full, booming sound without amplification, and the creative 'F' hole (sound port) cut out of the side of the top bout of the guitar which faces you while you play, the 'F' hole plays the roll of a personal monitor, and is genius when playing on stage to have the natural sound coming at you to that extent. Playing a handmade custom guitar is in my opinion by far the best way to go, the customer could have a lot of input on the design, type of wood, and the size to suit their needs. The time, knowledge, and perfection by Billy is what makes a great product. He sure can make a guitar look beautiful, and satisfy the customer, but best of all, with my experience of playing his guitar, I know that the most important aspect of an instrument is quality, and take it from me these are great quality guitar.

Rod Smallman

Rod Smallman

12 String Dreadnought

My name is Rod Smallman, I have wanted to own a 12 string guitar for a long, long time, but I was never quite satisfied with the tone of any of the guitars that I tested out in the stores.
So I decided to commission Billy to build me a 12 String guitar, one that would meet my specs.
I was looking for a 12 string that had a good booming bass with lots of overtones, but not to muddy.
I got all that in this guitar, with a couple of added bonuses. Surprisingly good action past the 12th fret, making lead solos much easier to play, and the custom pearl inlay around the rosette and on the headstock are just what I wanted. This is a very well built and attractive looking guitar. I am very, very happy with the final product.
Thanks Billy.
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