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William Jahnkow replied to Diamond Dave's discussion Need Michel @ Godin's e-mail--neck issue in the group "Seagull" Spoken Here ... (also fluent in "Godin" Gab)
"Well if the humidity is that high and the bridge is high then the top has too much moisture and since the rosewood bridge is thicker than the top and much harder then the top can pull away from the bridge. Since your guitar is all solid wood the…"
1 hour ago
Tom commented on Jim Handsfield's group Taylor Owners
"Mark: Look for the 2013 Winter Wood and Steel magazine from Taylor (vol. 74) It has a great bunch of articles about Finding your guitar.  Everything from shape, sound, wood, playing style plus a description of all the numbers and styles.…"
3 hours ago
Tom commented on Jim Handsfield's group Taylor Owners
"100% agree.  The Winter 2013 Wood and Steel magazine vol. 74 has a great article in finding the guitar for you.  From styles to woods to sounds to shapes to, well just about everything.  However nothing passes for playing it hands on.…"
3 hours ago
Barry Gray might attend Mike Nepper's event

Ed Gerhard Special Day Long Workshop at Farmhouse in Saratoga

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Michael McBride commented on Jim Handsfield's group Taylor Owners
"Hi Mark, Welcome (almost) to the world of Taylor guitars. There is no "better" when it comes to Taylor guitars. There's really only the quality of their sound that sets them apart from on another. Jud is correct about the build…"
3 hours ago
Jud Hair commented on Jim Handsfield's group Taylor Owners
"Taylor's "Wood & Steel" Magazine is available online and you get a hard copy sent to your free when you buy a Taylor, or you can usually pick up a free copy at most Taylor dealerships."
3 hours ago
Tom commented on Jim Handsfield's group Taylor Owners
"I have a Taylor magazine that gives description of all the different meanings of the numbers. Give me a bit and I can write them all out. As for the guy wondering on the delivery date. My dad just bought a new limited addition Taylor and it took I…"
3 hours ago
Jud Hair commented on Jim Handsfield's group Taylor Owners
"Mark ... great advice from Mike to attend a Taylor Road Show.  The event provides a terrific education for comparing and contrasting both tone wood and body style. One thing I love about Taylors is that they are remarkably consistent in…"
4 hours ago
Gary Ellis replied to Craig MC's discussion NGD - OM-03R in the group Larrivee Lovers
"Congrats Craig. Beautiful guitar"
4 hours ago
Gary Ellis replied to Diamond Dave's discussion Need Michel @ Godin's e-mail--neck issue in the group "Seagull" Spoken Here ... (also fluent in "Godin" Gab)
"I didn't think that Davon. Reporting manufacturing issues is a good thing for both the consumer and the manufacturer. As soon as I read Diamond Dave's and your posts I checked my Maritime and I will keep checking. I look forward to hearing…"
4 hours ago
Jud Hair replied to Diamond Dave's discussion Need Michel @ Godin's e-mail--neck issue in the group "Seagull" Spoken Here ... (also fluent in "Godin" Gab)
"Whew! ... 65%-80% RH seems pretty high for a constant environment. "
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Mike commented on Jim Handsfield's group Taylor Owners
"Hi Mark. It can get kind of confusing. I bought a DN3 and love it. Now it's called a 310. Not sure why. Check Taylor's website and see if there is a road show event near you. If there is, I hear they are great at answering all your…"
6 hours ago
Jan Vigne replied to Jay's discussion E Chord
"Forming chords is a function of what works for the situation.  Some would argue you should use only one finger for  any chord with multiple and adajacent strings at the same fret.  If you look at the second fret position for an A…"
6 hours ago
Mark commented on Jim Handsfield's group Taylor Owners
"Hi everyone!   I actually do not own a Taylor ..  YET. I am in the process of attempting to remedy that right now, but I could use some advice.    I'm having a tough time deciphering all of the different models and…"
7 hours ago
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E Chord

This is my first post and it might sound a bit dumb, but here goes. It relates to finger positioning for E major. All of the chord charts show 2nd finger on 5th string 2nd fret and 3rd finger on 4th string 2nd fret and that is how I have been practising for most of the time up to a week or so ago.However I have changed over the position for 2nd and 3rd fingers so that I now place 3rd finger on 5th string and 2nd finger on 4th string. This has enabled me to do much quicker chord changes.What I…See More
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Manuel Nunez commented on Will Fly's group UK acoustic guitarists
"Alhambra Guitars are one of the best internationally known spanish guitar makers. They make guitars for every price range and from beginners to professional concert players. Inside Alhambra factory there is a small workshop where luthiers…"
12 hours ago
Manuel Nunez posted a blog post

INSIDE ALHAMBRA GUITARS WORKSHOP

Alhambra Guitars are one of the best internationally known spanish guitar makers. They make guitars for every price range and from beginners to professional concert players. Inside Alhambra factory there is a small workshop where luthiers like Magaritt and Mengual make the …See More
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Chuck Hydrick replied to Blackback Gull's discussion Look Who's Coming to Live at My House...Eventually... in the group "Seagull" Spoken Here ... (also fluent in "Godin" Gab)
"LOL! You guys are pretty damn funny. Craig's right though.....you really need a Jumbo to take down a moose."
12 hours ago

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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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E Chord 1 Reply

This is my first post and it might sound a bit dumb, but here goes. It relates to finger positioning for E major. All of the chord charts show 2nd finger on 5th string 2nd fret and 3rd finger on 4th…Continue

Started by Jay in Beginners. Last reply by Jan Vigne 6 hours ago.

Why are luthier built guitars lighter? 4 Replies

I recently received my long awaited OM build from a luthier in Denver I tracked down to get info on a dread I had he built in 1999. Like two other guitars I've received from him to sell (he hates the…Continue

Started by David Kellems in Gear. Last reply by David Kellems yesterday.

Advice Wanted 16 Replies

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. Last reply by Changelives on Thursday.

Here to learn and teach..... 2 Replies

Hello everyone! My name is Thomas Thurman and I'm new to this community. I'm very glad to be apart of this and hope to give as much as I can to this community, as well as, receive. As of right now, I…Continue

Started by Thomas Thurman in Beginners. Last reply by Thomas Thurman on Wednesday.

So where were you... 18 Replies

Hey Guys,So it has been about 5 months of group lessons (once a week). I try to practice everyday for 45-60 minutes. This is where I am:Chords (good)E, A, Em, Am, G, Bm, A7Chords (Decent)D - still…Continue

Started by Les in Beginners. Last reply by Adam on Wednesday.

Question about calluses 5 Replies

Hi, I am having trouble keeping my calluses hard. I am a beginner but I have been playing 4-5 days a week for at least 45 minutes for the last 6 months. The few calluses I did get eventually pulled…Continue

Started by David Gossett in Beginners. Last reply by Adam on Wednesday.

Back in the mix.....

Well, It's been awhile since I posted. Have been in Thailand for awhile and now have moved house to Canada's east coast and live in Prince Edward Island......great place for acoustic music! I have…Continue

Started by Dave Clarke in Uncategorized on Tuesday.

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 on Tuesday.

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 May 19.

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 May 19.



 
 
 

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