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Paul Reed Smith

b. 1956

American luthier

Guitar makerMusical instrument maker Luthier

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About Paul Reed Smith

Born 1956. Paul Reed Smith is an American guitar maker, musical instrument maker and luthier.

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Important facts

Born

18 February 1956, Stevensville

Birth century

20th century

Occupation

Guitar maker, musical instrument maker, Luthier

Nationality

United States

Education

St. Mary's College of Maryland, Bowie High School

Contemporaries

People whose lives overlapped Paul Reed Smith's

Frequently asked questions

Who is Paul Reed Smith?

American luthier

When was Paul Reed Smith born?

Paul Reed Smith was born on 18 February 1956 in Stevensville.

What is Paul Reed Smith's occupation?

Paul Reed Smith is a guitar maker, musical instrument maker and luthier.

What nationality is Paul Reed Smith?

Paul Reed Smith is American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Paul Reed Smith

· Wikidata: Q346982

· DBpedia: Paul Reed Smith

Cite this page

APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Paul Reed Smith. https://biography.guide/paul-reed-smith/

MLA: "Paul Reed Smith." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/paul-reed-smith/.

Chicago: "Paul Reed Smith." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/paul-reed-smith/.

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