Nice, Steve. Not bad for a Texan!
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| Author: | Steve Kinnaird [ Mon Apr 12, 2010 11:32 am ] |
| Post subject: | Martin #1 (Shape) Parlor in Maple/Engelmann |
I've been wanting to make one of these for a long time, and we decided to build one for the Miami show. It uses a set of the curliest maple that we had, and a nice Engelmann top. Against the advice of Colin, we decided to sunburst the entire guitar. Also, it is festooned with a fair amount of gold and white MOP. I am truly embarrassed of the shoddy photography, but the guitar itself turned out fine. Brazilian bindings, headplate and pyramid bridge. MOP nut and inlays from Andy DePaule. Amber horn pins from FIK. Waverly 3-on-plate tuners w/ ebony buttons. Attachment: A 010.jpg Attachment: A 011.jpg Attachment: A 012.jpg Attachment: A 014.jpg Thanks for looking, and--again--forgive that lousy photography. Steve |
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| Author: | Tom West [ Mon Apr 12, 2010 11:42 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Martin #1 (Shape) Parlor in Maple/Engelmann |
Steve: I first looked at this and thought it was someone else's work. Scrolled through the pictures and when I came to the head stock photo the light bulb came on.Recognized your signature shape...!! Another jewel Steve ...CONGRATS. Tom |
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| Author: | Kent Chasson [ Mon Apr 12, 2010 11:50 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Martin #1 (Shape) Parlor in Maple/Engelmann |
That's a little beauty, Steve. Excuse my ignorance of Martin specs but could you tell me the scale length, body length and lower bout width? Standard tuning or is this tuned up? I'm just starting to draw up some parlor plans of my own and it's been on my brain. And what are you doing for a case? Thanks. |
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| Author: | JJ Donohue [ Mon Apr 12, 2010 11:55 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Martin #1 (Shape) Parlor in Maple/Engelmann |
Superb, Steve! That guitar just reeks with MOJO and I just love the vintage burst. |
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| Author: | Chris Oliver [ Mon Apr 12, 2010 12:09 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Martin #1 (Shape) Parlor in Maple/Engelmann |
Steve, that is looking good. Really well balanced with the inlay, maple and burst. Hope it sounds as good too.. |
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| Author: | Steve Kinnaird [ Mon Apr 12, 2010 12:10 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Martin #1 (Shape) Parlor in Maple/Engelmann |
Thanks guys...much appreciated. Kent, I'll have to get those specs for you in a bit. I can remember this much, that I used a 24.9" scale on this little guy. More later.... Steve |
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| Author: | Steve Kinnaird [ Mon Apr 12, 2010 12:55 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Martin #1 (Shape) Parlor in Maple/Engelmann |
OK, here's a few specs: Length (body)- 18 7/8" Lower bout-- 12 15/16" Upper bout-- 9 3/16" Waist--- 7 11/16" Depth at butt-- 4 3/16" Or so... I was forced to measure my mold, as the guitar itself has already shipped to Miami. Kent you can get the plan from GAL, I believe it is plan #8 Hope that helps, Steve |
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| Author: | SteveCourtright [ Mon Apr 12, 2010 12:56 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Martin #1 (Shape) Parlor in Maple/Engelmann |
Steve - I always look forward to your postings with new guitars and this one is no exception. I love the maple, and the burst, too, even if it is dark like the old time archtops that I like so much. I want to do my next OM like this because it has a kind of boring set of myrtle that could use some dressing up. Do you have pics of the sides? |
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| Author: | Steve Kinnaird [ Mon Apr 12, 2010 12:59 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Martin #1 (Shape) Parlor in Maple/Engelmann |
Thank you, Steve. Yes, I do have some pics, but not my own snapshots. I took this guitar to a photo shoot last week, and haven't gotten that disk back yet. When I do, I'll post some real pix of this guitar. Steve |
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| Author: | WaddyThomson [ Mon Apr 12, 2010 1:14 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Martin #1 (Shape) Parlor in Maple/Engelmann |
Nice, Steve. Not bad for a Texan!
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| Author: | Joe Sustaire [ Mon Apr 12, 2010 1:31 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Martin #1 (Shape) Parlor in Maple/Engelmann |
Mighty fine work Steve! That would make sitting around the parlor very pleasant indeed! Joe |
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| Author: | Randolph [ Mon Apr 12, 2010 1:37 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Martin #1 (Shape) Parlor in Maple/Engelmann |
Beautiful work, Steve!! It looks vintage. ![[clap]](./images/smilies/smiley32.gif "adulations")
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| Author: | Mike Collins [ Mon Apr 12, 2010 1:57 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Martin #1 (Shape) Parlor in Maple/Engelmann |
BEEUtiful Steve! That shape - Looks a bit familiar! Have you had Danny B. take a peek at it yet? I'm doing more of the 1835 Lacote copies these days -with "pegheds" Mike ![[:Y:]](./images/smilies/smiley20.gif "Thumbs Up")
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| Author: | Mike Collins [ Mon Apr 12, 2010 1:58 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Martin #1 (Shape) Parlor in Maple/Engelmann |
BEEUtiful Steve! That shape - Looks a bit familiar! Have you had Danny B. take a peek at it yet? I'm doing more of the 1835 Lacote copies these days -with "pegheds" Mike
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| Author: | Kent Chasson [ Mon Apr 12, 2010 2:24 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Martin #1 (Shape) Parlor in Maple/Engelmann |
Thanks for the measurements. That helps. Have a case for it yet? |
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| Author: | Steve Kinnaird [ Mon Apr 12, 2010 10:34 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Martin #1 (Shape) Parlor in Maple/Engelmann |
Thanks again guys! Ok, there's a couple of questions to answer: Mike- yes, Danny saw this one. We shipped through his store, so it was natural to pull this out and let him strum a bit. He's been interested to see it finished anyway. Kent- sorry, I forgot that Q. about a case. Yes, I got a standard "parlor" case from Cedar Creek, and it fit quite well. 13" across the lower bout, so the fit was just right. It's amazing how much smaller this looks against a full sized guitar case. Might almost fit in an overhead compartment. Again, thank you gents. Steve |
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| Author: | Terence Kennedy [ Tue Apr 13, 2010 9:02 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Martin #1 (Shape) Parlor in Maple/Engelmann |
I love it! Seems like you can really tart up a little guitar like that and it looks totally appropriate. Congratulations Steve. |
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| Author: | Steve Kinnaird [ Tue Apr 13, 2010 11:57 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Martin #1 (Shape) Parlor in Maple/Engelmann |
Thanks Terence, and I agree: it does seem that you can get away with a bit more decoration on this style guitar. Probably the historical precedent. I like that phrase, "tart up a little guitar..." Will have to borrow that one for sure! Steve |
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| Author: | Darrel Friesen [ Tue Apr 13, 2010 8:17 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Martin #1 (Shape) Parlor in Maple/Engelmann |
A real beauty Steve. What type strings did you use on it? |
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| Author: | old man [ Tue Apr 13, 2010 9:41 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Martin #1 (Shape) Parlor in Maple/Engelmann |
Wow, Steve, what a beauty!! That thing looks like it's 200 years old. Wonderful work, as usual. Ron |
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| Author: | Steve Kinnaird [ Tue Apr 13, 2010 10:27 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Martin #1 (Shape) Parlor in Maple/Engelmann |
Darrel, we put on light gauge something-or-others. We picked up a bulk set of lights (12-54), which I think are 80/20's, but I'm uncertain of their parentage. Not much help there, sorry.  Ron, that "aged" look is probably my lousy photography. Say--idea striking--anybody want me to turn their guitar into an instant antique? Think "collectible". Just send it down, and for a small fee, I'll make YOUR guitar look like a pre-war. That's Civil War. Pre Revolutionary will cost a bit more. Steve |
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| Author: | Bill Hodge [ Thu Apr 15, 2010 1:27 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Martin #1 (Shape) Parlor in Maple/Engelmann |
Steve, from one Texan to another all I can say is..... YEEEEEEEEE HAWWWWWWWW! That's a mighty fine lil' git-tar thar feller. |
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| Author: | Christoph [ Thu Apr 15, 2010 2:42 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Martin #1 (Shape) Parlor in Maple/Engelmann |
Steve, that is a beautiful little guitar! I especially love that sunburst.
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| Author: | Dave Anderson [ Fri Apr 16, 2010 11:15 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Martin #1 (Shape) Parlor in Maple/Engelmann |
Hi Steve, Not a bad little parlor picker there! I was looking forward to the Miami showbut unfortunately I'm not going to be able to make it. It would have been great to finally meet "the boss" but it's not meant to be this time. That sure is a beautiful guitar as all of yours Always are!! That burst is sooo sweeet. WTG amigo! |
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| Author: | Steve Kinnaird [ Mon Apr 19, 2010 9:46 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Martin #1 (Shape) Parlor in Maple/Engelmann |
Back now from the Miami show, and thought I'd better check on this thread---glad I did! Bill, why thankee there, pardner! We shore 'preciate them kind words. Christoph--many thanks sir! I think the 'burst turned out quite well also...and I can say that because I did not do it, Tony Ferguson did. I'll let him know (again) he did well! Dave, Dave, Dave--you mean I flew three thousand miles (  ) , and you couldn't come 3? Well. Someone from human resources will be paying you a visit realll soon. But whatever he says, all will be overlooked due to your kind remarks above. Good to hear from you, and thanks! Steve |
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