Combining his skills acquired over more than 40 years, as a woodworker, finisher, luthier, and working musician, Robert "Cue" Gerhards is known throughout the industry for his expertise, integrity and passion for achieving uncompromising quality. As the head of a leading custom shop for over 14 years, Cue pioneered many of the exotic and artistic color combinations, techniques and finishes that did not previously exist and are widely replicated today. "I've been a musician and loved guitars for as long as I can remember. Since I took wood shop in High School, woodworking has been a constant passion in my life. I've made cabinets and furniture, repaired antiques ... and through all of that, I had to finish or restore those projects as well. This has proved immensely valuable in Luthiery as no two guitars are alike, no two projects require the same process.. the challenges and possibilities are endless.