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Bob Edwards replied to Bob Edwards's discussion Getting a bit more action . . . ? in the group "Seagull" Spoken Here ... (also fluent in "Godin" Gab)"I agree, Phil. The M20 was one of my favorites to play, and the sound rivaled my 0017 Martin, both late 50's models. Guess I always miss the deeper bass of a bigger guitar so I always found them expendable as I juggled my collection."
Changelives posted a discussionAdvice Wanted
Hi All,I have been playing guitar (alot) for several years. I play mostly chord based songs but do some finger picking as well. I don't (and never will) perform on stage or record. I just like playing myself.A friend (a very good one) gave me his used Seagull Performer acoustic/electric flame top maple Q1. It is a beautiful and easy to play guitar. Unfortunately it is really loud with too much treble for me. I understand that these guitars are made to cut through a band.I am looking for…See More
"Do We LaborIn Life's Vineyard?"
A Work in Progress:“Do We Labor in Life’s Garden”© Adriaan N RoggeveenCamilla, GA 21 May 2013 Do you labor in Life’s Vineyard, watch the grapes of wrath grow?While raging at the heavens at the God you still don’t knowDo you just see trouble lurking instead of peace of mind?Are you still out here searching or just said: Never mind?” I can never stand in judgment of the things that others doFor myself I’m just as guilty when another day is through.I have wasted more than one day or the moments…See More
Jud Hair replied to Bob Edwards's discussion Hygrometer -- Product Alert! in the group "Seagull" Spoken Here ... (also fluent in "Godin" Gab)"I have a couple of the little Acu-rites around the house. Like having the RH and temp together and also the high and low read out for the past hour as a reference. All in all a pretty remarkable little device! Got them for $9 bucks…"
Bob Edwards replied to William Jahnkow's discussion I am a bit confused about the top on a seagull grand in the group "Seagull" Spoken Here ... (also fluent in "Godin" Gab)"William, it sounds to me as if you've covered all the bases. If it were mine, I'd likely pester Michel for more detail (he'll likely cut me off his Inbox for saying that!), and would probably do a relaxed "search" for…"
rayinstirling commented on John Gundrum's group Lap Steel/Slide Guitar"Here is my little ol' Hofner bought early 70's and still in working order unlike myself :)
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"Bob:
It;s a 2004 S seriers seagull grand . I looked and don't see any braces that are loose. Main thing is the action has not changed since I got it new in 2006 . I don't see but perhaps a tiny hint of the top that if I look real close…"
Michael S. Jackson commented on Michael S. Jackson's group Veterans"I wouldn't imagine there would be a lot of room... hot bunks and all...
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" Hi youall I recently shifted from lap steel guitar to and Ovation 12 string. The sound is sweet but the bass is not as deep as my clasic. 6 ? I'm playing in open G taropatch) The open jams here in Santa Cruz are on the…"
"Anyone else having a problem with playing at local jams due to the need to anp the steel? Here in Santa Cruz most of the open jams don't want amped instruments and my wessenborn is to nice and instrument to play on the sand!"
Rex Edmonds replied to Bob Edwards's discussion Getting a bit more action . . . ? in the group "Seagull" Spoken Here ... (also fluent in "Godin" Gab)"I would take it to a good luthier for an evaluation. You may not need a saddle it may be the nut. A good honest luthier would be money well spent."
Bob Edwards replied to William Jahnkow's discussion I am a bit confused about the top on a seagull grand in the group "Seagull" Spoken Here ... (also fluent in "Godin" Gab)"How old is that guitar? Many acoustic guitars that begin with essentially "flat" tops when new will develop a slight "arch" in that bridge-to-endpin area of the top. That bulging is caused by the tendency of the…"
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Dan Halbert replied to Bob Edwards's discussion Getting a bit more action . . . ? in the group "Seagull" Spoken Here ... (also fluent in "Godin" Gab)"Godin uses Tusq saddles on new instruments. See my post here and the surrounding thread about appropriate saddles and how they differ."
FloridaGull replied to Bob Edwards's discussion Getting a bit more action . . . ? in the group "Seagull" Spoken Here ... (also fluent in "Godin" Gab)"I would re-saddle, given that the original is almost 10 years old...
Other than the ones you suggested, Graph-Tech (makers of TUSQ) would be another potential supplier...
Good Luck! :-)"
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Perry Hall Folk Music Night, featuring Brooksie Wells
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Brian Gore
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Naturally Acoustic Guitar Show
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Acoustic guitar enthusiasts now have an event geared to their musical preferences in the Naturally Acoustic Guitar Show coming up on September 14, 2013 at Crooked Pines Farm just 15 minutes south of…
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Frank Vignola & Vinny Raniolo
October 6, 2013 from 8pm to 10pm – Gitarrenzentrum
Frank Vignola is one of the most extraordinary guitarists performing before the public today. His stunning virtuosity has made him the guitarist of choice for many of the world's top musicians, inclu…
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Return of The Banjo Killer, the final chapter. . .
Bryan Sutton and "Banjo Killer"; Medley: The Original Waltz/Old Lake. from Bourgeois Guitars on Vimeo.
The moment we've been waiting for: On Oct. 28, 2012, Bryan Sutton debuted the restored the Banjo…
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Day 16: The Banjo Killer slays again!
This story has a happy ending, folks, and I'll start with it. After working for three weeks to painstakingly restore Bryan Sutton's flood damaged Banjo Killer, Shin Ichikawa finally got to test drive it today! The entire shop stopped working to watch this exciting moment, after which Shin received a standing ovation (well, we were all standing anyway). …
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Day 15: The end is near. I can smell it.
Shin Ichikawa and I started the day by fitting and glueing the back binding. Last night's fitting of the top binding was tedious, but the tricks we learned made the fit of back binding go smothly. I am amazed at how cleanly both bindings look. Some finish touch up will be required, but the overall appearance is more than…
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Advice Wanted
Hi All,I have been playing guitar (alot) for several years. I play mostly chord based songs but do some finger picking as well. I don't (and never will) perform on stage or record. I just like…Continue
Started by Changelives in Gear 44 minutes ago.
Essential Tremor 2 Replies
I have been playing most of my life, only recently, when I put my fingers on the pick guard and try to play the melody my fingers jump around uncontrollably. I have to press real hard to keep them…Continue
Started by Roger Keebaugh in Playing Guitar. Last reply by Roger Keebaugh 5 hours ago.
On the playlist... 63 Replies
Here's a place to share some recommendations for music that are on your playlist. The lists are not about what's new in music, but just music getting your play time...April 2012Neil Young, "Live At…Continue
Started by Phil Manuel in Players. Last reply by Phil Manuel on Sunday.
In the case or on a stand? 64 Replies
I wanted to try to find some sort of consensus when it comes to proper storage for an acoustic. Many say to keep it in the case, but I've also read it's better to keep it out on a stand so air can…Continue
Started by Jim Choe in Gear. Last reply by Ronald Harris on Sunday.
Takamine FP 350 SCME 2 Replies
Hello everybody, my name is Willem from the Netherlands. I am new here and this site is new to me. I am a fan of Takamine guitars. I recently owned a Santa Fe, but for reasons I had to sell this…Continue
Started by Willem Zonjee in Gear. Last reply by Willem Zonjee on Saturday.
Craigslist Alert - Rhode Island 2 Replies
I am unable to post a link right now...but wanted to share that there is a G1070CEQ for sale on the Rhode Island CL. It appears to be a 2007.
Started by Fern in Gear. Last reply by Fern on Saturday.
Post pix of your guitars 104 Replies
Self explanatory...let's see what you play with.
Started by blake wright in Gear. Last reply by Gerald Dixon Cummings on Friday.
new spitfire archtop 7 Replies
just completed this archtop, a hybrid rather than pure acoustic.Continue
Started by murray kuun in Gear. Last reply by FloridaGull May 14.
New Memebr awaiting new guitar... 10 Replies
Glad to have found this fine forum, especially since it's from my favorite magazine! I have played guitar since the week after as a child I remember sitting in the silvery glow of a black and white…Continue
Started by David Kellems in Gear. Last reply by David Kellems May 13.
Newbie looking for advice 50 Replies
Hiya, can I start by saying thanks to those involved for accepting me as a member. I am about to start taking guitar lessons again.. long story but I am going to buy a guitar on a massively…Continue
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