John Mann (engineer) explained

John Mann
Occupation:	Engineer

John Mann is an American engineer known for his design of the PRS Vibrato/Tuning system.^[1] Today, PRS Guitars has grown into a very successful company endorsing many artists including Carlos Santana and John Mayer.^{[2] [3]}

History with Paul Reed Smith

John Mann first met Paul in 1978 when he wanted to have a 1966 Gibson SG refinished.^[4] At that time, John worked at Westinghouse, Oceanic division, a large research and development engineering facility for the Navy on the outskirts of Annapolis, Maryland.

John Mann and Paul Reed Smith made history together when their PRS vibrato/tuning system received its U.S. patent. The two men have worked closely together since 1978, when they first met at Paul's one-man workshop on West Street, in Annapolis, Maryland.^[5]

Notes and References

1. Web site: GP Staff. MannMade Issue the Original PRS-MANN Vibrato Bridge in Limited Edition. www.guitarplayer.com. 25 January 2018.
2. Web site: Making magic, a PRS guitar is the tool of the stars. Carlisle. Cassie. October 16, 2017. ABC WMAR.
3. Web site: Is John Mayer readying a PRS Strat-style electric?. Astley-Brown. Michael. April 10, 2017. musicradar.com. January 24, 2018.
4. Book: Burrluck, Dave. The PRS Electric Guitar Book A Complete History of Paul Reed Smith Electrics. Backbeat Books; 2 edition (August 1, 2014). 2015. 978-1-4803-8627-3. Bacon. Tony. London. Pages=8–9.
5. Web site: GP Staff. MannMade Issue the Original PRS-MANN Vibrato Bridge in Limited Edition. www.guitarplayer.com. 25 January 2018.