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William Jahnkow added a discussion to the group "Seagull" Spoken Here ... (also fluent in "Godin" Gab)
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I was looking inside my 2004 S series grand the other day .

 I had the string off and was looking at the neck block . There is a square shaped groove running into the neck block where the neck bolts go through and noticed the bolts were not centered in this groove and the ply maybe 1/2" thick neck joint block that runs under the top 90 degrees to the neck block is not centered with the neck block . I never really looked in that are before . I can't tell if the neck block is not centered which as far as I can tell seems to be the case or if they drill…See More
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Profile IconEdward Sparks and William Jahnkow joined Michael S. Jackson's group
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Ian Miller replied to Ian Miller's discussion Silver Leaf Maple V Mahogany necks in the group "Seagull" Spoken Here ... (also fluent in "Godin" Gab)
"I think they are all semi gloss, I'm just wondering if the Maple is "smoother" than Mahogany."
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William Jahnkow replied to Edward Sparks's discussion What's are your favorite, or go-to picks. in the group Picks, Picks, Picks
" Those are the ones Edward .  I used to always buy picks , everytime I was in a music shop who had picks I would buy one of each that I thought I might like . Always looking for the perfect pick . My perfect pick now is a worn one they…"
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William Jahnkow replied to Hoosier Picker's discussion What are your top 3 Beatle albums? in the group Beatles
" I can't pick three . All were great when they came out and each was different . Now days I listen to and play certain songs off varied albums and singles what over the years stuck with me.  I recall when I was still in the first…"
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Edward Sparks replied to Edward Sparks's discussion What's are your favorite, or go-to picks. in the group Picks, Picks, Picks
"William sounds like you have used lots of different picks and have changed favorites over the years! I remember the cork one too...Looks like Clayton still makes them and a six pack is only three dollars!  Clayton Corked picks "
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FloridaGull replied to Ian Miller's discussion Silver Leaf Maple V Mahogany necks in the group "Seagull" Spoken Here ... (also fluent in "Godin" Gab)
"Aren't all the necks semi-gloss, regardless of the guitar's finish?"
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William Jahnkow replied to Michael S. Jackson's discussion John and Paul in the group Beatles
" I've read most of the replies here and have to say I agree with most point of views . After all there is much to be said about the Beatles and their music . I was listening to a few CD's I have just last night.  Most of the…"
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Ian Miller replied to Ian Miller's discussion Silver Leaf Maple V Mahogany necks in the group "Seagull" Spoken Here ... (also fluent in "Godin" Gab)
"Yeah, the top end Norman (ST 68 Spruce Rosewood) doesn't mention in their website which neck wood they use, I assume it would be Mahogany as it would blend better with the Rosewood B&S and fingerboard."
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Willem Zonjee replied to Willem Zonjee's discussion Takamine FP 350 SCME
"Hi Ship, Thanks for the info. It realy helps me out, Willem"
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Cali S&P Aficionado replied to Ian Miller's discussion Silver Leaf Maple V Mahogany necks in the group "Seagull" Spoken Here ... (also fluent in "Godin" Gab)
"All things being equal (dimensions, neck profile, scale length, etc.), I personally prefer mahogany necks.  I find mahogany lighter than maple, which helps with the weight balance of the overall instrument when playing (especially when…"
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William Jahnkow replied to Edward Sparks's discussion What's are your favorite, or go-to picks. in the group Picks, Picks, Picks
" I have lots of picks . Back in 63 I used to like the large fender triangle shaped picks the thin ones but they always brock or split.  I tried thumb and finger picks but never found plastic thumb picks that didn't feel like a clamp…"
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Picks, Picks, Picks

Flatpicks, fingerpicks...pics of your favorite picks and why!See More
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William Jahnkow replied to Ian Miller's discussion Silver Leaf Maple V Mahogany necks in the group "Seagull" Spoken Here ... (also fluent in "Godin" Gab)
" All I know is at least for the seagulls is each has a different finish but the same contour . I can't say how S&P or Norman products differ or if they share the same neck shapes as seagull ."
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Fern replied to Fern's discussion Craigslist Alert - Rhode Island
"It is not mine ...neither good nor bad ...I just wanted to let everyone know about the listing if they happened to be looking for a Walden."
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Ship of fools replied to Fern's discussion Craigslist Alert - Rhode Island
"Not sure what your post is indicating, is that a good thing or a bad thing and what is it.ship"
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Ship of fools replied to Willem Zonjee's discussion Takamine FP 350 SCME
"The E is usually electronics on board, looks to be from the serial number 1992/ December/ 1/ 23 made that day thats all I can tell you I am not familar with FP models.ship"
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Craigslist Alert - Rhode Island

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.
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Diamond Dave replied to Bob Edwards's discussion So what's going on at Seagull ? in the group "Seagull" Spoken Here ... (also fluent in "Godin" Gab)
"I think your local dealer is being extreme. Most mom-and-pops offer a 48 or 72 hour try-out period. I think that's reasonable. Retail sucks. By the way, everyone should support the Marketplace Fairness Act. It will make the online sellers pay…"
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b fykes replied to Jud Hair's discussion Why Seagull calls it a "Mini Jumbo" ? A direct comparison w/ Gibson dimensions. in the group "Seagull" Spoken Here ... (also fluent in "Godin" Gab)
"Buster Fykes, on youtube "
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We'd like to invite all members of the Acoustic Guitar Community to come check out the brand-new website at AcousticGuitar.com. This is a completely redesigned home for Acoustic Guitar (and you!), full of great lessons, songs to play, guitar reviews, and more. You’ll see digital editions from the last two years of Acoustic Guitar magazine (available to…

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Posted by Acoustic Guitar on March 29, 2013 at 3:30pm — 4 Comments

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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Posted by Bourgeois Guitars on October 15, 2012 at 7:43pm

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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Posted by Bourgeois Guitars on July 13, 2012 at 9:00pm — 6 Comments

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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Posted by Bourgeois Guitars on July 12, 2012 at 7:00pm — 1 Comment

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The Acoustic Guitar Community is a social network created by the publishers of Acoustic Guitar. Here, you can join fellow players at all levels and of every style by creating your personal profile, sharing videos or MP3s of your playing, and uploading photos of yourself and your guitars and gear. Then post gigs, events, and concerts in the Community calendar, and start discussions in the forum. We’ll keep you up-to-date about happenings at Acoustic Guitar through the Community blog. This is your space, and you’re surrounded by like-minded guitarists. So make yourself comfortable, and welcome to the Community!

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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 3 hours ago.

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 4 hours ago.

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 yesterday.

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 on Tuesday.

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 on Monday.

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

Started by Andy Gallacher in Gear. Last reply by Jan Vigne May 10.

Costly repairs, neck resets, etc. 5 Replies

A reputable luthier wants $525 (also informing me it, "could be more" depending on what they get into) for a neck reset.  They want another $525 for a re-fret and fretboard levelling.  I also need…Continue

Started by Tom Drummonds in Gear. Last reply by Jud Hair May 9.

Cool one off 70's Gibson Acoustic. Doving Bird hybrid? 1 Reply

Hey guysWe just got in an interesting piece here.Gibson acoustic that seems to be part Humming Bird and part Dove. I'm guessing early 70's and a possible one off an employee made. Serial number…Continue

Tags: Humming, Bird, Dove, Music, Stage

Started by Gain Stage Music in Gear. Last reply by Gain Stage Music May 8.

Please Can You Help Me Identify This Guitar 2 Replies

Hi, one of my guitar students…Continue

Started by Andrew Deevey in Gear. Last reply by GregsGuitars May 7.

Buying a 90-year-old Old Guitar 3 Replies

I've been trying quite a few guitars (mostly new) in hopes of finding one that sounds "right" to me.  Most haven't excited me - until the salesperson pulled a 1922 Martin 0-18 and urged me to try…Continue

Tags: care, martin, old

Started by James Mitchell in Gear. Last reply by GregsGuitars May 7.



 
 
 

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