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Joe,
This must be your finest hour so far, the guitar has a wonderful timbre
the first rendition sounds so good, I won't compete with the accolades
already bestowed on you here. But congratulations on this great
acquisition, we all know that you will do it justice. The very best to you
my friend
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09-17-2017 04:25 AM
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Originally Posted by neatomic
Originally Posted by Greentone
Originally Posted by Cavalier
Originally Posted by 2bornot2bop
Thanks bro. I'm happy too. The other 2 HJS's are great, don't get me wrong. But as you know, the 18 is more than just a novelty. It open up a world possibilities.
Originally Posted by silverfoxx
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Originally Posted by Max405Originally Posted by Max405Originally Posted by Max405Originally Posted by Marty Grass
In addition to that, it sounds like the back plate has also been carved with a higher arch than you are used to seeing, and a more noticeable recarve - is this what you mean by "thicker back and thinner hips?"
Other than the custom rim depth, the body dimensions appear to resemble those of a Super Eagle. Here is a photo of an acoustic SE for comparison.Last edited by Hammertone; 09-17-2017 at 12:45 PM.
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Originally Posted by Hammertone
But that said, it is not a Super Eagle with different cosmetics. While a Super Eagle mold was used (My guess is that Heritage did not see a good reason to make a new mold for a small batch of guitars), the top was carved differently than a Super Eagle. Jay Wolfe (another former owner of my guitar) told me that JP Moats was seeking to replicate the warm sound of a D'Angelico New Yorker and carved the top substantially thicker than he would a Super Eagle. (BTW, Max405 is another former owner of my guitar)
I would guess that Johnny Smith, being particular about his signature model would have specified certain particulars (the full contact neck being one of them) and that while the 18 inch HJS might share the body dimensions with a Super Eagle, I would be willing to bet that it is a different beast altogether, and with only 2 ever made (and with Johnny Smith and JP Moats being gone, no more will ever be made), this HJS is among the rarest of the rare. And she is in the right hands for sure.
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It's funny, I think the HDA ended up right where it belongs too.
SS, We are lucky. These guitars were made, ultimately to be played. The right music just sounds right on these guitars. I think both guitars found their homes.
As much of a struggle that it can sometimes be, I never thought I'd be in this position in my life. Owning elite level rare guitars.. I gotta pinch myself.
Originally Posted by Stringswinger
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It's the same story with my HDA Excel, the body on the original, a 1951 if I remember was a couple inches longer. Heritage used a Golden Eagle mold but carved a thicker top. These are remarkable instruments. A guy out on eBay has a Heritage New Yorker he was $16,900 for last time I looked... eeeeek !!!
Last edited by BigMikeinNJ; 09-17-2017 at 03:38 PM.
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Originally Posted by Max405
you really earned it with years of patience & practice..now you're ready...your playing deserves nothing less!!
there's an old saying...when the student is ready, the master appears..same applies to guitars...when you get to a certain level, the guitar you need (or something close) will line up
not that you wouldn't sound good on squier strat!! hah
enjoy
cheers
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Thanks Neatomic. That was really nice buddy.
In this case Mike was a guardian Angel for me.
Joe D
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Originally Posted by Max405
Max was consigliere to me when trying to land the Unity and other guitars from Patrick's estate. I never forget my friends or a favor. I also never forget a betrayal... (us Crazy Irish !! LOL !!).
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famiglia!!!..in whatever language!!! what holds the core of this here forum together..
we know the gang..and i salute you all!
cheers
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Thumbs up if you too are waiting with great anticipation for the next song video from this great archtop!
Last edited by 2bornot2bop; 09-17-2017 at 10:07 PM.
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I have to get a grounding issue worked out. Working on White Christmas (I'm a fan of the holidays). But I put a temporary one in my original post, My Romance.
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Originally Posted by vinnyv1k
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MB, Yes I can! Like a kick drum!
JD
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Beautiful playing. I thought I was listening to JS himself.
Keith
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Originally Posted by floatingpickup
i appreciate it Buddy.
Joe D
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Originally Posted by Max405
Don't beat it with a big stick, please. You'll get sore and Mrs. D is not gonna be pleased.
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Jabbs, I couldn't possibly beat it with a big stick. I got what I got..
Originally Posted by Jabberwocky
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For those interested..
i made a couple of important tweaks today.
I adjusted the height of the pickguard, which for me was about 3/16 too low. This helped my timing and allowed me to pick cleaner and faster. Also, I raised the height of the pickup in the process and It became louder and clearer.
since our relative humidity has began to to drop, I noticed some buzzes and distortion around the bridge. I had VERY light tension on the fingers on my tailpiece so I tightened them down a bit. Most of the buzzes are gone.
I am beginning to zero in on this guitar. I am growing attached to it. It's big sound and commanding presence won me over.
Once again, thanks Mark for finding this magnificent guitar and Big Mike for Making it possible for me own it.
Joe D
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constant tweaking required!! the guitar set up should never hinder what you imagine yourself playing...and it changes like /with the seasons
nice
cheers
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I want to hear the "tweaked" version!
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I guess all manufacturers have weaknesses. This is my 4th Heritage and it will be the 4th time I have to get the bridge recut.
Now there is an excuse with this guitar. It is so loud, when my wife is working downstairs she sometimes asks me to turn it down. I yell back down, "I don't even have it plugged in!".. so much energy comes from this guitar, it can make the bridge vibrate! It's a Tom-Tom drum.
I will have to take it in to the shop. I want to see if Ronaldo can do it while I wait. This way I could guard the guitar so he doesn't put any scratches in it.. And then I'll hear, "Joe whatayou want? Ima 83 years old. I do da best a that I can..."
JD
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Max405,
If its the bass that needs fitting to the top, thats not too difficult to do. There are several videos on You Tube. If your uncomfortable with trying it, or with Rinaldo, Im sure Chris M can do it in about 30 mins. Ive watched Bryant and John M do this several times. Your new HJS sounds like a Cannon - glad your enjoying it .
Sent from my GT-N5110 using Tapatalk
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Originally Posted by Max405
Ronaldo will really hook you up! Patrick always spoke very fond of him. You're so fortunate to have a very competent luthier nearby...you and Mark both!
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That's right. A good 18" archtop is the fabled cannon.
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