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email sent.

he's a busy guy, and as we all know, some folks are forum hounds and some just don't get it, so, George if you are reading this, PLEASE come in and say hi!!

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Wow! What does that mean though, I can't imagine that was the first instrument he ever built? So many of the familiar Lowden features are already in place; headstock and bridge shape, trim detailing, laminated neck; looks like he got it 'right' early on.

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Rian Gitar og Mandolin

Woo Hoo Martin - Thank You!!!

Let's cross our fingers folks and maybe we will receive a visit from George. How cool is that!

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Ann Arbor Guitars

Beat me to it Martin, thanks for sending the email! Let's hope!

hi all
How could I forget the Split Saddle in the list above.
Easy, mine is a one piece which he did as an option, so I could put a UST in, they did’nt do the splits (transducers) in those days.
Geordie

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some tunes on acoustic and guitar synth.
http://www.youtube.com/user/TheGeordieAdams
http://www.myspace.com/geordieadams

can't say fairer than that I guess!!

George, you'll need to register to get a username and password.

I'm gonna be first to say welcome!!

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I usually only read threads on here as I don't have much to contribute yet (still on build #1) but it's amazing to me the amazing talent and willingness to share on these boards.

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Mark Burton

Hook 'em Horns

OMG. It's like hearing from a rock star. I'm hanging on a leaf over here. I know, it's an old thread.

I once owned a Lowden. Thanx George.

Times got real tough. Like Chemo. tough. I put it in the pawn shop. (IDIOT, IDIOT, IDIOT) fully expecting to get my baby back after the rush. But then it was too late.

Reading through this thread made me cry......... Literally. I'm ruined.

I CAN'T PLAY ANY OTHER GUITAR NOW....


- Phil

I have to make a fool of myself here and say that I was unaware of Mr. Lowden and his beautiful instruments, but everyone here obviously has tremendous respect for him. I can see why! I am very curious about the bracing system shown in the photos--somewhat different than what we normally see. The interior photo with the translucent top suggests a very thin top (or a tremendous amount of light, or both). Am I correct in concluding that Mr. Lowden builds a thin top and then braces it very stoutly? Regardless, they are beautiful guitars and I have enjoyed reading this thread. Thanks, all.
Patrick

Colin - can you paraphrase what impressed you most about his philosophy? How did it change your building?

Thanks,

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EddieLee