What a beauty! Fine piece of work.
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| Author: | Dave Stewart [ Thu Jan 29, 2009 2:32 pm ] |
| Post subject: | A new archtop |
Although they seemed to take forever, I'm finally finishing nos. 7 & 8. (I;m a strong believer in "...first get good, then get fast." Still working on the first bit.) Anyway, here are a few pics of the first. It a redesigned 17" (both in shape & arching...cycloid). I tried to add an "art deco" feel with the "waterfall" pickguard, Grover Imperials, Johnny Smith style pickup (Kent Armstrong), split blocks (mop/abalone combo) & lots of purf lines. Materials are lutz (from Shane) on Euro maple, with Macassar. Thanks for looking |
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| Author: | Howard Klepper [ Thu Jan 29, 2009 2:38 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: A new archtop |
Great work, Dave. |
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| Author: | WaddyThomson [ Thu Jan 29, 2009 2:45 pm ] |
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What a beauty! Fine piece of work.
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| Author: | Stephen Boone [ Thu Jan 29, 2009 3:06 pm ] |
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Very, very, impressive. |
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| Author: | JusSumguy [ Thu Jan 29, 2009 3:13 pm ] |
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That's just stunning.... I'm drooling all over my keyboard. ![[:Y:]](./images/smilies/smiley20.gif "Thumbs Up") Howsit sound?  - Phil
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| Author: | SteveCourtright [ Thu Jan 29, 2009 3:15 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: A new archtop |
Oh my! Dave that is a real stunner! What an eye you have. You struck a chord with that pickguard, but the whole thing is sublime. |
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| Author: | npalen [ Thu Jan 29, 2009 3:29 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: A new archtop |
The waterfall seems to blend in nicely with the rest of the curves. Nice work, Dave! |
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| Author: | Burton LeGeyt [ Thu Jan 29, 2009 4:27 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: A new archtop |
From a fellow slow-bie, That's gorgeous! Great work. The pickguard looks awesome. |
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| Author: | Dave White [ Thu Jan 29, 2009 5:26 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: A new archtop |
Dave, Yum Yum . . . that's gorgeous. I love the pickguard. Fabulous guitar !! |
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| Author: | JRE Productions [ Thu Jan 29, 2009 5:33 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: A new archtop |
Very Nice. Is the recurve softer on this one? Seems like the top is more evenly domed shapped compared to the more traditional ~ shapes. What I really like about your builds, is the overall attention to detail. The lines all look nice, the finish is excellent, nothing looks out of place. The features look appropriate on each model etc. When I look at your guitars, I never have to think of a "what if " statement. I really like the black topped guitar you built. Its so amazingly simple yet, so darn beautiful at the same time. Joe |
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| Author: | Terence Kennedy [ Thu Jan 29, 2009 5:34 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: A new archtop |
Pure class. My kind of guitar. Terry |
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| Author: | Jeff Ward [ Thu Jan 29, 2009 6:21 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: A new archtop |
Very nice touch with the pickguard. Beautiful work!! |
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| Author: | Dave Stewart [ Thu Jan 29, 2009 6:59 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: A new archtop |
Thanks for all the kind words guys....heady stuff from some great builders! I'm glad to hear the pickguard "clicked".......it was kind of a "lightbulb" moment (basically, all the curves are the same one, just stetched & repositioned) after using cad to "test" probably 75 or more shapes. |
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| Author: | cphanna [ Thu Jan 29, 2009 8:19 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: A new archtop |
Hey, Dave, I forgot to ask (on my MIMF response): What string gauge do you use on this guitar? One other thing I notice here: Thinner bridge foot overall (less footprint) than your previous blonde archtop, but still featuring those sexy flared wings on the end. Very cool. How do you think the two bridge sizes compare to each other? It's fabulous. Patrick |
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| Author: | DannyV [ Thu Jan 29, 2009 8:21 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: A new archtop |
Now that is inspiring. Really great work Dave. I look forward to having my way with some big plates like that one day soon. Nice photo work too. Danny |
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| Author: | Jim Watts [ Thu Jan 29, 2009 9:00 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: A new archtop |
I gotta agree with everyone else, really nice work Dave. Your pick guard really helps drive the art deco thing home. |
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| Author: | Steve Kinnaird [ Thu Jan 29, 2009 9:21 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: A new archtop |
More kudos, Dave. Beautiful work, and a very creative pickguard. Steve |
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| Author: | Mike Franks [ Thu Jan 29, 2009 9:24 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: A new archtop |
Dave, I'm speechless. If it sounds as good as it looks, I gots to have one! Mike Franks www.mjfranksguitar.com |
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| Author: | Parser [ Thu Jan 29, 2009 10:21 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: A new archtop |
Great design...and obviously awesome execution! Very inspiring...thanks for posting pics! |
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| Author: | Dave Fifield [ Thu Jan 29, 2009 11:25 pm ] |
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VERY nice indeed! Dave F. |
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| Author: | John Mayes [ Thu Jan 29, 2009 11:29 pm ] |
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really nice Dave. I like the unique pickguard. |
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| Author: | CWLiu [ Fri Jan 30, 2009 2:01 am ] |
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What a beauty! Very classic and unique. |
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| Author: | JasonMoe [ Fri Jan 30, 2009 3:19 am ] |
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got wood? here is wisconsin we got milk too. I NEED to build an archtop next. I met Ted Nugent 2 years ago, I love the sweetness of an archtop. Seeing yours is just a work of art and I bet it just plays like butter. Is that a p-90 of some sort? My next project if I can find the wood. |
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| Author: | Dave Ellingsworth [ Fri Jan 30, 2009 9:05 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: A new archtop |
All I can say is ... WOW! dave |
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| Author: | charliewood [ Fri Jan 30, 2009 3:13 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: A new archtop |
Thats fanfreakintastic!!!! Wow - thats as fine a piece of workmanship as Ive seen in an archtop... top flight stuff You must be very proud of this one! Cheers Charlie |
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