William Laskin
- January 8, 2024
- Luthier
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William Laskin Biography
| Name | William Laskin |
| Birthday | Aug 23 |
| Birth Year | 1953 |
| Place Of Birth | Ontario |
| Birth Country | Canada |
| Birth Sign | Capricorn |
William Laskin is one of the most popular and richest Luthier who was born on August 23, 1953 in Ontario, Canada. William “Grit” Laskin (born August 23, 1953) is a Canadian luthier and musician, particularly notable for his high-quality instruments, acoustic guitar innovations (such as the “Laskin Armrest” and “Ribrest”) and for his skill in the art of inlay. Larry Robinson, author of The Art Of Inlay, describes Laskin as “one of the most astonishing inlay artists in North America.” His guitars have been exhibited as works of art by several museums.
William Laskin Net Worth
| Net Worth | $5 Million |
| Source Of Income | Luthier |
| House | Living in own house. |
William Laskin is one of the richest Luthier from Canada. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, William Laskin 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)
Laskin learned the trade though an apprenticeship with Jean Larrivée, beginning in 1971. He makes on average 20 to 24 guitars a year and he has made guitars for many well-known artists such as: k.d. lang, Owen McBride, Margaret Christl, Paul Mills, Ben Mink, Garnet Rogers, and Stan Rogers, Claudia Schmidt, Lillebjorn Nilsen, and José Valle (‘Chuscales’).
He has written numerous books and articles, including The World of Musical Instrument Makers: A Guided Tour, which became the basis for the exhibit “Handmade for Music” at the Ontario Science Centre and various locations throughout Ontario in 1988 and 1989. Laskin is also one of the founders of the Association of Stringed Instrument Artisans and the Canadian Folk Music Awards.
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Facts & Trivia
Anders Ranked on the list of most popular Luthier. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in Canada. William Laskin celebrates birthday on August 23 of every year.
Top Facts about William Laskin
- William Laskin is a renowned Canadian luthier and musician.
- He has built over 700 guitars since 1971.
- His instruments are played by famous musicians worldwide.
- Laskin’s guitars can cost up to $100,000 or more.
- He has won numerous awards for his craftsmanship.
- Laskin is also an accomplished fingerstyle guitarist and singer-songwriter.
- He has released several albums of original music.
- Laskin was inducted into the Order of Canada in 2019.
- He is known for incorporating intricate inlay work into his guitars.
- Laskin’s workshop is located in Toronto, Canada.