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I'll echo the idea to see what the maker recommends but failing that I'd start w/rp's naptha suggestion, but in a small inconspicuous spot somewhere on the body. I've used it on many old guitars...
After looking at the responses in this thread, I get the impression sensitivity to the finish feel can vary substantially depending on the player. Last year I purchased a Reverend Pete Anderson...
Cool-- Kankakee? I remember you posting a St. Thomas with your group on FB, but it was a straight 8ths groove? I remember liking it.
A wonderful book, worth getting.
I've used pumice powder, valve grinding compound, auto finish compounds etc on a few solid body necks, with good results. But I haven't done it on an archtop with a thin nitro finish. I'd call...
Two independent channels for instrument and z. B. high quality condenser microphones. Channel 2 provides 48-V phantom power. For channel 1, 9 V phantom power can be switched on in order to supply...
Even is someone gave me a new Acoustic Archtop custom made by Gibson. I would sell it and get a used one from the golden era of archtop building. Why wouldn't you????
Why not just get a real Gibson from the time period you want and the model you want?
My brother has had work done on a Collings acoustic (refret) so they do work on other types of guitars. They do build acoustics and classical guitars. Given your drive time, you should call ahead...
I'm mostly wondering about "local level" players. I'm sure snarky puppy and bands with records out can find a jazz club or rock/DJ club to play at. I'm talking about people who play as a hobby or are...
Yeah, I guess I'm having a hard time imagining calypso drums with this. Doesn't mean it can't happen, just my ears...I'd like to hear it!
Lawson-Stone is right. Gibson doesn't really make archtops anymore. But thats ok because there's probably enough old ones out there for every jazz guitarist who has gigs to play one. Jazz guitarists...
ALright, there have been questions, so I hope I can clear up what this is all about, and maybe get more folks to join and play along... Overall, my intent is just to keep it loose. I don't want...
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