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Thanks for the comment, Bug. I admit I haven't yet come to appreciate resonators. It - like electric amplification - is something I see in my future builds.
I certainly agree about the box size and am still exploring bridges. I started with bolts and only stepped it up with my last build.
I know a lot of people seem to think that the wood boxes have better sound, but I have gotten good sound out of the "paper" boxes as well. Experiment and compare.
I know it's been a long time since anyone posted here, but I'm gonna throw out a topic and see what happens. :-)
I'm (4 mos) new to this CBG world and very interested in fine tuning (no pun intended) acoustic builds.
- Do you have a box or design that you would call your favorite acoustic build?
My favorite build is a Jaime Garcia with a full 3-degree angled fret board. It has a very even sound, although I'm still trying to identify a high string buzz. I recorded "At the Horizon" for the 2015 Xmas Album on this instrument.
I have a Sun Grown build that has a bright sound that really pops. Even with a very simple flat neck it has more volume than the Jaime. It has a banjo character, I believe because of it's relatively square shape.
I also have flat neck build with two Corojo no. 5s joined together. It has a very broad, bluesy sound. You can hear it in my "Hey hey Santa..." video/xmas album submission.
When all is said and done, I think I'll be experimenting with more doubled boxes.
hello, world
Looks like the comments in this group have been a little sparse the past year or so. If the experienced builders have resolved all of the issues, I hope you'll be willing to share your knowledge with us newbies.
I look forward to asking a bunch of dumb questions.
TN
Thirsty Here's mine unplugged
@407bug, This is the internet - pics or it didn't happen. ;)
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