Neat! For a guy who has spent a lot of time around airplanes, watching the wings reconfigure through the flight is amazing.
427 2011-11-08 16:22:12
Re: I hate to rev up GAS but... (2 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
Zurf,
I have an S6 that I love BUT it is significantly deeper than a 000-15M. I'm considering the latter to replace the former for that very reason. You might want to check out the RK ROS-616 on Amazon - 12 fret, mahogany (sapele) with solid mahogany neck, bone nut/saddle, Grover open-back tuners. I think the "drive out" price is $494.
While I prefer the Martin 15Ms, there is a 000-15 for sale on CL near me that is hard to resist. I know the difference and would much prefer the M but...
dj
428 2011-11-08 05:46:16
Topic: I hate to rev up GAS but... (2 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
There are some very nice deals on Amazon. Use "ROCKTOUR" code for an additional 15% off. AND, if you shop in the "musical outlet" area it's a cheapskate's paradise. For example: Recording King ROS-616 solid mahogany, 12-fret (list for $699), can be had for less than $500 shipped to your door.
Cort L100C (solid top) beater for $131. Zurf, this has your name all over it to fulfill your "campfire guitar" quest.
429 2011-11-04 10:02:42
Re: The BEST of Craig's List - Rosewood Top! (10 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
Here's one with a "vanilla lining". Just in time for Christmas.
430 2011-11-03 23:35:28
Re: Actual sign for a local politician. (5 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
That's funny. I don't care who you are.
Can't make this stuff up!
431 2011-11-03 23:34:27
Re: The BEST of Craig's List - Rosewood Top! (10 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
zguitar,
Me too. CL ads can be quite funny. I concur with your thoughts of lack of description, etc. On a few occasions I re-wrote the ad and sent it too them as as suggestion on how to actually the sell the guitar. No one has ever taken my advice as far as I know.
dj
432 2011-11-03 17:44:39
Re: What's the first song you learned on guitar ? (27 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
+1 on CCR's Bad Moon Risin'
It was my first favorite song at six years old. I remember my brother and I lugging a small record player over to a friends house so we could listen to the 45. They were six years older than I and I felt pretty "cool" tagging along. A fond memory, so when I started to learn the guitar I thought it would be natural to learn that song. I recorded myself and and now my version of that song is my cellphone ringtone.
433 2011-11-03 17:40:44
Re: The BEST of Craig's List - Rosewood Top! (10 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
I think Parkwood is a Guitar Center "store" brand. Not bad, and in this case, all-solid, but there are probably better choices. I shared the ad here as I found the "rosewood top" funny.
434 2011-11-03 13:30:51
Topic: The BEST of Craig's List - Rosewood Top! (10 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
435 2011-11-02 11:00:08
Re: GET BACK TO PLAYING! (143 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
Guitar headcount has ebbed to a local minimum of two. (Okay plus one electric which I have no interest in and never play. In fact I am showing it to a buyer today.)
Playing? Yes, most days. Progressing? Slowly. Joy? YES!
436 2011-11-02 10:57:49
Re: what a difference (6 replies, posted in Acoustic)
Better than a freshly-washed car! I enjoy the process if cleaning and re-stringing.
437 2011-11-02 10:56:27
Re: NGD!...kinda new.... (13 replies, posted in Guitars and accessories)
Congrats! NGDs are the best! I think we should all have one at least once a week. But since that's not realistic we will have to live vicariously. Thanks and enjoy!
438 2011-11-02 10:54:42
Re: What else are you good at? (47 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
troubleshooting/repairing things (not people)
writing (although my posts may not bear this our)
photography
remembering trivia
editing OTHER people's writing - I can spot a misspelled word at four miles
and as only appropriate, lastly, I'm good at procrastination!
439 2011-10-30 12:54:02
Re: I was asked to play at a party (25 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
Great story! Inspiring. I am happy for you. Getting out of your comfort zone can be uncomfortable (duh!) but it is most always rewarding.
440 2011-10-30 12:51:29
Topic: The Scalpel and the Axe - not a song, just thoughts (3 replies, posted in Poems)
Two steel and wood contraptions, instruments they are called. They have the same purpose but achieve it in different ways. They are the scalpel and an axe. The scalpel, as the name suggest, is sharp, precise, it’s dimensions obviously measured to sub-millimeter tolerances and the materials finished and polished to sterility. It’s notes are sharp, precise, and clear as a beautiful fall day. A day that is cool and crisp with endless blue sky. Holding the scalpel is intimate and the instrument blends with one’s arms and body. It is connected directly to the brain by fiber optic cables and lossless digital circuitry. Hum, strum, or wince, and the instrument does likewise. Purity of thought and action are rewarded with perfect fidelity. Mistakes likewise. Precision is the watchword and the scalpel delivers perfectly.
The axe, while not blunt, does offer wider tolerances and permits many shades of gray to color its response. It’s tolerance is measured in fractions of inches and its weather is a gray calm day where the lighting is even and perfect and shadows retreat. The axe is made of fine materials but they are allowed to retain much of their original character, texture, color, and scent. They provide delightful tactile stimulation and a cleavage to the fingers, arms, and body that hold it. It’s circuitry is metal and gas and it passes on all the subtleties it can gather to accompany the original intent. Hum, strum, or wince and the instrument does likewise. Purity of thought and action are rewarded with perfect fidelity. Mistakes likewise. Precision is the watchword of and the axe delivers perfectly.
Two instruments. Different styles but both with a perfect interpretation of the player’s thoughts. Two builders, the same goal, both with perfect results.
441 2011-10-27 14:55:52
Re: Whose birthday is today? (39 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
Zurf,
Thanks for the course correction...as always.
dj
442 2011-10-27 14:53:06
Re: Happy B-Day (10 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
Yes, I've recently had a birthday. thanks for the wishes.
443 2011-10-24 17:13:46
Re: Whose birthday is today? (39 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
My birthday gift to me was a Recording King RP-06 0-sized guitar. I have it with me in Germany. What a great instrument.
Thanks for the wishes.
444 2011-10-22 18:52:43
Re: Retired newb. (8 replies, posted in JamPlay.com)
Welcome,
I'm a lefty (although I play right) and a newbie of sorts mostly because I am a slow learner. Enjoy!
DJ
445 2011-10-22 18:50:50
Re: Whose birthday is today? (39 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
Zurf,
My birthday is the 26th. Have a SMALL piece of cake for me. I'm traveling.
DJ
446 2011-10-22 11:51:18
Re: Would You Buy a Folding Guitar? (35 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
To answer my own question: I cannot buy a folding guitar. Despite the raves of the Voyageair I just could never purchase one.
For travel I just bought a RK 0-sized guitar. What a delight and later today I'll be able to tell you if it fits in the overhead bin of a commercial airplane as I'm flying to Germany.
447 2011-10-10 20:00:05
Re: Noodleroni III: A cacophony of fun. (5 replies, posted in My local band and me)
Thanks guys. It's in me I just need to get it out. I figured if I went "public" I might somehow find encouragement. Thanks for your comments.
448 2011-10-10 19:57:36
Re: I fell in love again, and then again. (23 replies, posted in Acoustic)
Zurf,
Somehow I missed this post. It is comforting to hear you GASSING. The Martin D-15M is both ugly and beautiful and the sound! I am fighting this version of GAS myself. Although I am leaning towards the 000-15M.
DJ
449 2011-10-10 15:53:56
Topic: Noodleroni III: A cacophony of fun. (5 replies, posted in My local band and me)
I am a self-taught beginner throwing this "thing" out there. Very scary.
450 2011-10-10 13:57:13
Re: Talk to me about Yairi Pix... (13 replies, posted in Acoustic)
There was a tempting DY-38. But I find if I am not careful I end up with a stable full of the ubiquitous Dreadnought. Not my favorite body shape. I'd like to find a FY Yairi.