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Post by D2o on Jul 22, 2010 8:09:00 GMT -5
Good ideas, 4real! Dang! Maybe I was onto something with the variable weight distribution available in “The Beer Carrier”.
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Post by D2o on Jul 21, 2010 21:33:23 GMT -5
Newey, The strap material (and your description) is a great idea. I use exactly what you describe, for the same reason (good friction). I am not certain moving the strap button will help much, either ... but I've got an inkling it will. It seems to be in a goofy spot right now, in terms of providing leverage to keep things flat. I think it should help somewhere between a little and a lot and, if it doesn't, BAY can employ your clever weight idea. Incidentally, when I first read the weight idea, I thought it was brilliant ... but I am a little perplexed by the placement on the heel end, as he is already headstock heavy. Did you mean the tail block end (the front) or am I missing something? D2o
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Post by D2o on Jul 21, 2010 16:56:00 GMT -5
I can’t seem to find any pictures on the net, but it was an Ibanez Artist that weighed roughly 70lbs.
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Post by D2o on Jul 21, 2010 15:08:14 GMT -5
Hi Andrew, and Welcome to GN2 Yes, it is quite a cause for excitement! Have you gone through the whole thread? There are links to whatever resources the creator, 4real, wants to make available. He has been extremely generous in sharing information, but I am not sure there is enough information for anyone else to completely build this on their own - I believe some aspects of the project are well guarded (patents applied for, etc.). He does not come around on a regular basis, though has checked in recently. Some members had expressed interest in buying a unit - as built by 4 real. I don’t know if it ever got to the point that he is building and selling them. He'll likely be along at some point to respond to your plea. In the meantime, if you care to view his profile you will see an email address where he can be contacted … perhaps he can give you further direction on options for building or buying a unit. Good luck! D2o
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Post by D2o on Jul 21, 2010 14:50:27 GMT -5
How about gold! Introducing 'The GoldCaster', the world's first and only real gold guitar. This one of a kind instrument presents fabulous tones and luxury not available from traditional guitars.
Created and built by Jhoseph King... oh, by the way ... it costs $1,000,000
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Post by D2o on Jul 21, 2010 8:34:59 GMT -5
BAY, Yes, moving to the heel of the neck will certainly help. You could also use one of those straps that is tied to the headstock (behind the nut) ... FWIW, I prefer strap buttons. IMPO, I have found the placement you describe to be a little more difficult to get the strap on, but that may be a matter of taste. More importantly, I have found that it does not seem to allow the guitar to be as snug against your body as placing the strap button on the side of the heel (as seen below). The following illustrations describe basically what I’ve done on every acoustic I’ve ever installed a strap button on. Note that opinions of the exact ideal location vary, but not by much. Installing a strap button is very easy to do. Just make sure: 1) that the drill bit you use is not bigger than the shaft of the screw, 2) that you measure the length of the screw that will actually be threading into the wood (i.e. the part extending beyond the actual button and felt disc) and wrap a bit of masking tape around the bit at that depth - so that you don’t drill any deeper than necessary, and 3) make sure you drill in at a bit of an upward angle, so that the strap is least likely to fall off of the button. Cheers, D2o EDIT: The following diagrams are for right handed guitars. Lefties would follow the same procedure on the opposite side of the heel.(this is illustrating where I usually place a strap button)(the angled line in the bottom image is illustrating the upward angle that I was trying to describe)(last, but not least, a pretty good rendition of what I would do, as found on the net)
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Post by D2o on Jul 20, 2010 11:35:59 GMT -5
You’ve reminded me of an idea a gentleman shared with me recently.
He had a strap button on the back of his guitar and I asked him what it was … thinking it was part of a B-Bender or some such other contraption.
His band performs at wedding parties and other somewhat lengthy events and he said that, now that he’s getting a little older and susceptible to fatigue by the end of a particularly long gig, he installed the button so that he can rest the weight of his guitar on his belt when he gets a little tired.
I don't care about buckle rash, so I think it’s a great idea.
In fact I am about his age and, if it was not for Viagra, I would have to use that idea myself.
D2o
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Post by D2o on Jul 19, 2010 16:28:16 GMT -5
(another) Happy Birthday, Ange! D2o
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Post by D2o on Jul 19, 2010 12:45:29 GMT -5
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Post by D2o on Jul 19, 2010 12:08:59 GMT -5
i call Phil Collins Fish Face because of that stupid pucker he has while playing .. Def Lep used to be a rockin band ... High and Dry , and On Through The Night were nothing like the sappy radio crap they have been putting out the past 25 years or so. i saw them play in 83 on the Pyromania tour ... i must admit , they did rock back then. Chuck, ... apparently the things you write cause things to happen ...
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Post by D2o on Jul 19, 2010 8:20:03 GMT -5
See … when cyn starts explaining shims, it’s way better than when I start illustrating ideas about shims. Here is what happened last time I tried …
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Post by D2o on Jul 18, 2010 21:11:46 GMT -5
Thanks for sharing - much more than just the position.
My hat's off to you, jc.
D2o
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Post by D2o on Jul 18, 2010 19:20:25 GMT -5
Just to add to sumgai's last point:
build it up ... do not fold it over - add layers to build it up.
IMPO
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Post by D2o on Jul 18, 2010 16:46:40 GMT -5
Hi jcgss77,
Well ... you may lose a bit of sustain, depending on what type of material is used as a shim in the neck pocket - even if it is wood - if it's not done right.
On the other hand, shims - including non-wood shims - are certainly not the most critical component of how well your guitar plays and sounds, if they are done right.
Cynical1, our resident build guru, generally recommends wood veneer as a best practice if you must place something in the neck pocket as a shim.
That said, I've used wood, plastic, and also construction paper ... I can't say that I have ever noticed any actual difference, so long as it was done properly / tightly.
Bottom line, your idea of using wood of the correct pitch is a good one - I am told hardwood veneer like birch works well.
I hope that helps.
D2o
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Post by D2o on Jul 18, 2010 8:37:30 GMT -5
I see prices have also come down here in the year since I saw it - although they have not come down to $200 ... oh well, at least we always have poutine!
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Post by D2o on Jul 17, 2010 22:46:19 GMT -5
I've also heard nothing but good things about the actual guitar.
Cheap, too! I think the one I saw was going for about $300 new, if I recollect correct.
Not my thing, but still cool beans.
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Post by D2o on Jul 16, 2010 16:56:35 GMT -5
Thanks for the clarification, John.
D2o
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Post by D2o on Jul 16, 2010 12:34:43 GMT -5
FWIW and all that ... (EDIT: WARNING - NOT WORTH MUCH! BAD THEORY FOLLOWS ; IGNORE IT AND SEE RESPONSE FROM JOHNH)RG, Is the image below what an adapter would need to look like if someone needs to plug into Ireland? If so, and you have been able to plug your stock electronic device into your stock wall outlet without such an adapter, I wonder if the device would likely have been designed to withstand the power supply commonly available through the outlet that it actually fits into (in your case, 240V). You can see from the image below that you can’t plug a North American appliance into the outlet shape above … it won’t fit. Does that theory sound reasonable? ... or is it just a weak and potentially deadly theory? D2o
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Post by D2o on Jul 16, 2010 12:13:45 GMT -5
Not to take anything away from the picture RG shared, I gotta say That's a great photo, ash
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Post by D2o on Jul 16, 2010 11:27:57 GMT -5
I don’t think it’s too high, at all.
There are probably multiple factors to consider, but I believe there are only two key factors to determining your most appropriate height (in my humble opinion).
In order of importance:
1) at what height you can achieve optimal control for your playing style
… because control of your guitar is surely related to how well you play and sound
2) at what height you can feel optimal
… because feeling your best may enable you to feel “in the zone” while expressing yourself.
In other words, there is no right or wrong.
If hanging low makes you feel cool or whatever, and feeling that way improves your sound (or at least your happiness), knock yourself out.
If your height is designed to avoid buckle rash, and taking the risk out of buckle rash allows you to concentrate on playing better, THAT is your correct height.
If chin level is your bag and it gives you the control you need to play exactly as you intend to, bravo!
Now, if your boys hang low and you playing really blows … I’m sorry, your on your own.
Cheers, D2o
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Post by D2o on Jul 16, 2010 8:12:51 GMT -5
If a picture is worth a thousand words, this describes pretty well what I wouldn't do.
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Post by D2o on Jul 16, 2010 7:27:57 GMT -5
Hey there, frank Hitched up ... that reminds me: let me offer my congratulations before the big event. I like vanilla medium - strings at my belly button (by the way - as sumgai pointed out with strap buttons, there are two types of belly buttons ... I like mine because it's recessed! )I think slung low is a little like those biker guys with the monkey bars ... I think that too high may offer a much greater degree of control, but at some point a dude's gotta have a bit of vanity! You may enjoy reading this similar post. Cheers, D2o
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Post by D2o on Jul 15, 2010 10:19:37 GMT -5
RG … I’m no electrician, but plugging an electronic device that is designed for 120V into 240V is not jumping out at me as a great idea. A scene from a movie called "Leap Year" springs to mind ...
Can’t you buy an adapter of some kind?
D2o
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Post by D2o on Jul 15, 2010 10:06:18 GMT -5
Q : what do you call a guy who hangs around with musicians all the time ? A : a drummer Chuck - you may just enjoy this post.
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Post by D2o on Jul 14, 2010 19:54:28 GMT -5
I do look at the karma when a guy i dont know posts. Some board cred to let ppl know you know your horse hockey wouldnt hurt. You mean like me? Don't let karma count mislead you. D2o
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Post by D2o on Jul 14, 2010 17:50:40 GMT -5
Hey, I didn't see I have the need! I can just see the need ...
... like ... yeah, an arena ... or, or when a guy determines that a 100 watt Twin is less expensive than a divorce lawyer.
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Post by D2o on Jul 14, 2010 17:43:31 GMT -5
Just another day in the life of Dr. Ash Cat, L.T.
"Beer!"
"Scalpal!"
"More beer!"
Go to it ash, and good luck - based on what I've read from others (here), I'm sure it will work out just fine.
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Post by D2o on Jul 14, 2010 17:06:49 GMT -5
As always, lpf3's "rambling" is right on the money.
He mentioned a 65 watt tube amp, and I thought I would add that I had a 30 watt tube combo amp for home use. I found that it was simply too much, and I never really did get to sort of open the throttle and experience what it was intended to do.
I would rather have had around 15 watts - or likely even less ... maybe even a small head and a good cabinet.
Now, if I was a gigging musician I would have kept the 30 watt amp - it was great for that. I can see the need for a 100 watt amp, too ... the question is do you have that need?
Anyway, that's between you, some wet socks and a puddle of beer to work out.
By the way, I got a good deal on the amp and actually came out slightly ahead upon the sale of it. So, whatever you decide, if you get a deal on a good tube amp and then change your mind and sell it, the mistake is unlikely to cost you much - if anything.
That generally holds true of most any used musical instruments and such, which is why I have never bought a new amp or guitar.
Jayzuz ... who's rambling now ... what's the topic again? ...
Cheers, D2o
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Post by D2o on Jul 14, 2010 6:40:51 GMT -5
Oops! He meant from me ... kyle logged in to respond to frank's karma question. Again, great job Ash!
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Post by D2o on Jul 13, 2010 18:58:12 GMT -5
FWIW, the insert that lpf3 mentions has my vote - all my concerns would be alleviated with that.
Cheers, D2o
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