Marcus Weathers is a graduate of the Newark School of Violin Making with 20 years of bench experience repairing pianos and guitars. He runs a busy workshop in the UK, specializing in setting up instruments for optimal playability and rescuing them from environmental damage. He is a member of the Institute of Musical Instrument Technology.
Marcus Weathers is the definitive voice on the physical care and maintenance of musical instruments. With a formal education from the prestigious Newark School of Violin Making and specialized training in piano technology, Marcus understands the organic nature of wood and how it reacts to the British climate. His daily work involves everything from whitening yellowed piano keys to performing complex neck resets on vintage guitars. He is particularly knowledgeable about the effects of central heating and humidity on soundboards, advocating for the use of Dampp-Chasers and proper storage to prevent catastrophic cracks. Marcus provides detailed, safety-first advice for musicians attempting their own maintenance, such as adjusting truss rods or setting bass action, warning where DIY ends and professional intervention must begin. He demystifies the chemistry of cleaning products, explaining why lemon oil is good for rosewood but alcohol destroys French polish. Whether it's advising on the durability of carbon fiber bows versus wood or customizing electric guitar hardware, Marcus ensures that every instrument he discusses is treated as a precision tool that requires respect and care.