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| Author: | Steve Kinnaird [ Thu May 20, 2010 10:11 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Better pics: Maple/Engelmann Parlor |
Just got the smaller versions of the photo shoot of this guitar. Let me try this one full frontal and see how it goes. Thanks, Steve Attachment: IMG_1342.jpg
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| Author: | Steve Kinnaird [ Thu May 20, 2010 10:17 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Better pics: Maple/Engelmann Parlor |
OK! Emboldened by that attempt, let me try a few more. Here's a shot of the back-- Attachment: IMG_1363.jpg Butt end-- Attachment: IMG_1381.jpg Still some of the files are too big. Let me see if I can resize them at all.... Thanks fer lookin' Steve |
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| Author: | tim88 [ Thu May 20, 2010 10:26 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Better pics: Maple/Engelmann Parlor |
Very nice Steve. |
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| Author: | Dan Roach [ Thu May 20, 2010 11:03 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Better pics: Maple/Engelmann Parlor |
What a beauty Steve! Very nice indeed. |
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| Author: | Jim Watts [ Thu May 20, 2010 11:44 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Better pics: Maple/Engelmann Parlor |
Another beauty!
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| Author: | Steve Saville [ Fri May 21, 2010 12:33 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Better pics: Maple/Engelmann Parlor |
Very nice Steve! She is beautiful! |
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| Author: | Haans [ Fri May 21, 2010 5:53 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Better pics: Maple/Engelmann Parlor |
Is that a 3 sided pyramid on the bridge? I like it! ![[:Y:]](./images/smilies/smiley20.gif "Thumbs Up")
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| Author: | DannyV [ Fri May 21, 2010 7:03 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Better pics: Maple/Engelmann Parlor |
That's a beaut. Very clean work Steve. The white purfling is a bold contrast. Where do you get it from? I don't think I've seen it that thick. Did you mask off or just scrape after you did the burst? However you did it, it sure looks good. Cool looking bridge and much nicer photos this time. Danny |
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| Author: | Joe Sustaire [ Fri May 21, 2010 7:30 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Better pics: Maple/Engelmann Parlor |
Got that great classic look Steve, elegant as hell!!! Joe |
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| Author: | Steve Kinnaird [ Fri May 21, 2010 8:29 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Better pics: Maple/Engelmann Parlor |
Many thanks fellas! Ok, some answers: Haans, yes sir indeed that is a 3-sided pyramid. I was trying to recreate the bridge on my Grandad's old guitar, which approached the pyramid like that. Does this style have a name, or recognizable point of origin-- say, Larson, Stella, whatever? Danny, that bold line is fooling the camera...it's not really that bold. It's simply violin purfling, from International Violin Supply, in the b/w/b format. And yes, you do mask this off before the color coats go on. I think I've got the rosette ready: Attachment: Parlor Rosette Web.jpg Thanks again, Steve |
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| Author: | Lars Stahl [ Fri May 21, 2010 8:41 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Better pics: Maple/Engelmann Parlor |
Stephen , that is just amazingly beautiful. WOW.... I love it. the burst is awesome looking.Lars |
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| Author: | JJ Donohue [ Fri May 21, 2010 8:46 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Better pics: Maple/Engelmann Parlor |
Beautiful Steve! That guitar just reeks of MOJO! |
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| Author: | Bill Hodge [ Fri May 21, 2010 8:48 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Better pics: Maple/Engelmann Parlor |
Steve, Now that what I'm talkin' 'bout I tell you what! 
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| Author: | Tim L [ Fri May 21, 2010 9:07 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Better pics: Maple/Engelmann Parlor |
Sorry Steve, I just drooled all over your guitar. Even if you don't clean it up that guitar will look unbelievably cool. Got any closeups of the detail on that bridge? Tim L |
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| Author: | Randolph [ Fri May 21, 2010 10:05 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Better pics: Maple/Engelmann Parlor |
Simply beautiful, Steve!! Always a pleasure to see what you are building. |
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| Author: | Brock Poling [ Fri May 21, 2010 10:06 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Better pics: Maple/Engelmann Parlor |
Very sweet. |
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| Author: | LuthierSupplier [ Fri May 21, 2010 11:36 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Better pics: Maple/Engelmann Parlor |
Steve, that is so elegant and cool! I'd love to play this little beauty. I really like the burst on this one, and the way the flame on the back peeks through just enough to show its beauty. It almost looks like a spot light in the middle of the back and top, which gives it a 3D effect. Great job! |
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| Author: | Steve Kinnaird [ Fri May 21, 2010 12:02 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Better pics: Maple/Engelmann Parlor |
Much appreciated gents! Your kindness is always encouraging. Ok, for Tim, a closeup of the bridge. Mind you, we're back to my shoddy photography for this shot...but you asked! Attachment: A 001.jpg Also, was able to size down a shot of the head: Attachment: Parlor Head Web2.jpg Thanks again, Steve |
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| Author: | Donald V [ Fri May 21, 2010 12:36 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Better pics: Maple/Engelmann Parlor |
Absolutely gorgeous work Steve. I just walked in from putting some pearl in #4's rosette and saw the closeup of yours. It's always inspiring to see that kind of craftmanship. Heading back to the shop now!!! Donald |
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| Author: | TonyKarol [ Fri May 21, 2010 3:38 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Better pics: Maple/Engelmann Parlor |
Simply stunning Steve .. a real piece of art there ... the burst at the tail wedge is .. well .. I cant even think of a word that describes it...... so magnificent will have to do . |
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| Author: | Haans [ Fri May 21, 2010 6:39 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Better pics: Maple/Engelmann Parlor |
I've never seen anything like that bridge Steve, Larsons have the top of the pyramid cut off and a lot of times they inlayed stars or shamrocks. Most pyramids I've seen are either full pyramids or rounded on the inside, but having the point in the middle. It's a very clever design though! |
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| Author: | Tim L [ Fri May 21, 2010 7:10 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Better pics: Maple/Engelmann Parlor |
Steve, I'll say it again, unbelievable work. Bridge looks like Braz? Bet it sounds killer. Tim |
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| Author: | Dave Anderson [ Fri May 21, 2010 9:28 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Better pics: Maple/Engelmann Parlor |
Hey Steve, Beautious as can be, like All your work! I love everything about it! Great inlays and I too, love that bridge.And that Burst....Wow! It's a Great little parlor !!! |
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| Author: | Steve Kinnaird [ Fri May 21, 2010 9:56 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Better pics: Maple/Engelmann Parlor |
Jeepers guys!  Thanks so much.Thanks for the historical perspective, Haans. Tony, Dave too, let me thank you for your effusive words, but in the interest of full disclosure, let me 'fess up--Tony Ferguson did the burst. Ain't he somthing? Tim, the bridge is indeed Braz. I'm glad some of the grain shows in the finished product...it's a dark piece. You guys are wonderfully kind. Steve |
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| Author: | woody b [ Sat May 22, 2010 6:47 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Better pics: Maple/Engelmann Parlor |
Nice guitar. I really like the bridge design. IME the "wings" on pyramid bridges can get kinda weak. I suspect your design eliminates this. How big is the guitar? |
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