Mr. Wu 18 Inch archtop build

**abelljo** · 02-22-2016, 01:26 PM

Originally Posted by 2bornot2bop

Ships today. Final pics before packing...Thanks to Lora, and Mr Wu.

Are you installing a floating pickup?

**abelljo** · 02-22-2016, 01:31 PM

Originally Posted by 2bornot2bop

Ships today. Final pics before packing...Thanks to Lora, and Mr Wu.

Are you installing a floating pickup?

**2bornot2bop** · 02-22-2016, 04:21 PM

Originally Posted by abelljo

Are you installing a floating pickup?

Yes, a Reissue DeArmond 1100 most likely. It would be a shame to cut into that big top. Although, I'd love one of those too. Maybe next time.

**djelley** · 02-22-2016, 04:26 PM

I'm finally in the process of ordering mine. Please don't be mad 2b, but mine is VERY similar to yours. Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery! I was going back-and-forth until I saw this thread and just had to model mine after it. Mine will be 17" with traditional f-holes.

I'm planning on having them install a floater with pickguard-mounted controls. If I don't like it, I can easily upgrade to a Benedetto floater on a Benedetto finger rest when I get it.

**2bornot2bop** · 02-22-2016, 04:37 PM

Originally Posted by djelley

I'm finally in the process of ordering mine. Please don't be mad 2b, but mine is VERY similar to yours. Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery! I was going back-and-forth until I saw this thread and just had to model mine after it. Mine will be 17" with traditional f-holes.

I'm planning on having them install a floater with pickguard-mounted controls. If I don't like it, I can easily upgrade to a Benedetto floater on a Benedetto finger rest when I get it.

Mad, heck no! I'm very flattered!

It will be interesting to view the shape with standard f-holes, as that was one area where I had a flip of the coin. With your order it's like the best of both world's.

Pics, or it ain't happenin!

**travisty** · 02-22-2016, 09:42 PM

that's a beauty 2b.
i might have to go down the same road. love the color scheme.
but I'd love really narrow f-holes.

**2bornot2bop** · 02-22-2016, 11:13 PM

Originally Posted by travisty

that's a beauty 2b.
i might have to go down the same road. love the color scheme.
but I'd love really narrow f-holes.

Thank you Travis!

I'd love to see it with standard f-holes, as that would be my next choice too.

The shading was a happy accident and didn't occur by design. On the rear Maple it reminds me of the Heritage Wine Burst I've seen on several GE's

edit - check out this wine burst back on this Golden Eagle...the shades not exact, but it's definitely in the neighborhood. This GE has been for sale for a year...and its shade quickly came to mind once I saw Ms G-bo finished

**djelley** · 02-23-2016, 12:30 AM

Mine is on order. Mr. Wu seems to object to plastic binding, so they talked me into maple and ebony, which I think will look very nice. I'll start a new thread when I get the first photos.

**abelljo** · 02-23-2016, 12:42 AM

Originally Posted by 2bornot2bop

Yes, a Reissue DeArmond 1100 most likely. It would be a shame to cut into that big top. Although, I'd love one of those too. Maybe next time.

Make sure the check Jaen Pickups. He has built 3 guitars for me and he is now making pickups. They are reasonable prices and soud good on the recordings. I have personally never tried them.

Pickups | Jaén Pickups

**travisty** · 02-23-2016, 05:59 AM

Originally Posted by 2bornot2bop

Thank you Travis!

I'd love to see it with standard f-holes, as that would be my next choice too.

The shading was a happy accident and didn't occur by design. On the rear Maple it reminds me of the Heritage Wine Burst I've seen on several GE's

Actually, I like the f-holes on what you have done better than 'standard' f-holes. I was thinking really, really long and thin. Cello-like. But I really love the color. Super well done.

**2bornot2bop** · 02-23-2016, 08:30 PM

I'd like to thank everyone for their wonderful support. You've all made this journey so rewarding simply by being able to share it with you. It's been so much fun. Thank you!

**Max405** · 02-23-2016, 09:01 PM

2b, you and big mike really opened our eyes so we can see what kind of luthier Mr Wu is.
WE appreciate you showing us what it's like to have a guitar built for you.
Thanks 2b.

**2bornot2bop** · 02-24-2016, 01:09 AM

Originally Posted by Joe DeNisco

2b, you and big mike really opened our eyes so we can see what kind of luthier Mr Wu is.
WE appreciate you showing us what it's like to have a guitar built for you.
Thanks 2b.

Thank you Joe! I've never waited 6 months for anything to be built. The time flew by much faster than I would have imagined. The order was placed nearer the end of summer, and now here in Seattle Spring is knocking on the door. It'll be my 2nd new guitar ever, with the first being an Eastman AJ817 arched back jumbo, which turned out to be a total tone cannon.

**silverfoxx** · 02-24-2016, 05:02 AM

2b,
We all eagerly await the portfolio of pics you will no doubt produce when the new guitar arrives
I suspect that Mr Wu & Ms Lora will also be encouraged to know how well received their instruments
are here on this Forum.
btw tracked down a TRC if I can lift it !! , I understand they are to be discontinued FYI

Best

**Marty Grass** · 02-24-2016, 12:25 PM

Originally Posted by 2bornot2bop

Thank you Joe! I've never waited 6 months for anything to be built. The time flew by much faster than I would have imagined. The order was placed nearer the end of summer, and now here in Seattle Spring is knocking on the door. It'll be my 2nd new guitar ever, with the first being an Eastman AJ817 arched back jumbo, which turned out to be a total tone cannon.

Well, I guess you won't be needing that superfluous Heritage in the photo. It looks like it's taking up some prime real estate, too. Better send it to me. Or did I miss that bus?!!

Another one of your major winners.

**Max405** · 02-24-2016, 03:08 PM

Yeah 2b, Marty should get your Heritage.
And Marty will then have to make room, Because space can even get tight in the Grass Manor, He will have to move a Guild over to my house..

**2bornot2bop** · 02-24-2016, 03:35 PM

Originally Posted by Marty Grass

Well, I guess you won't be needing that superfluous Heritage in the photo. It looks like it's taking up some prime real estate, too. Better send it to me. Or did I miss that bus?!!

Another one of your major winners.

Oh I'd imagine the current owner Mr. Greentone would have a thing or two to say about that! That SE was the prettiest archtop I've ever owned, hands down!

**Marty Grass** · 02-24-2016, 04:10 PM

Originally Posted by 2bornot2bop

Oh I'd imagine the current owner Mr. Greentone would have a thing or two to say about that! That SE was the prettiest archtop I've ever owned, hands down!

Yeah, that's the problem, sir. You put your hands down and she ran off with someone else. Been there, done that with that same babe.

Here's our song.

**Max405** · 02-24-2016, 05:05 PM

So, Greentone has the prettiest Heritage SE 2B's ever owned.
2b has a hot new Asian Chick coming in.
Marty has the most beautiful guitar Joe D has ever seen.
And Joe D has NO new guitar and 2 sick inlaws living with him.
Damn. Not fair.

**rob taft** · 02-24-2016, 06:17 PM

Originally Posted by Joe DeNisco

So, Greentone has the prettiest Heritage SE 2B's ever owned.
2b has a hot new Asian Chick coming in.
Marty has the most beautiful guitar Joe D has ever seen.
And Joe D has NO new guitar and 2 sick inlaws living with him.
Damn. Not fair.

Yeah, but Joe has a genuine D'Angelico.

**2bornot2bop** · 02-24-2016, 06:30 PM

Originally Posted by Joe DeNisco

So, Greentone has the prettiest Heritage SE 2B's ever owned.
2b has a hot new Asian Chick coming in.
Marty has the most beautiful guitar Joe D has ever seen.
And Joe D has NO new guitar and 2 sick inlaws living with him.
Damn. Not fair.

We should all be so lucky to be "slummin" with both a genuine D'Angelico, AND one of the finest acoustic D'A's Heritage ever built! Whoa is me!!!

**Max405** · 02-24-2016, 07:27 PM

Oh yeah that's right. I forgot about that.
Alright, so obviously that didn't work.
i'll keep tryin..
JD

**GregErnstMusic** · 02-25-2016, 02:48 AM

Ahh.... a pulchritudinous guitar! Pure, elegant, and sensual.

**abelljo** · 03-02-2016, 10:36 AM

Any updates? Mine is stuck in Chicago customs since Friday.

**lawson-stone** · 03-02-2016, 11:09 AM

Originally Posted by Joe DeNisco

So, Greentone has the prettiest Heritage SE 2B's ever owned.
2b has a hot new Asian Chick coming in.
Marty has the most beautiful guitar Joe D has ever seen.
And Joe D has NO new guitar and 2 sick inlaws living with him.
Damn. Not fair.

But you consort with angels. Once you go to heaven, there isn't any more "up."

Then again, sideways has its strong points...