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Uk pickup coil wire retailers? I am having great trouble in finding wire to wind my first pickup. It would seem that 42 gauge wire is appropriate, but on this side of the… Started by Fergus Morris	5	Jun 16, 2009 Reply by JUJU
The Honey Dripper Film is on TV tonight (staring Ted Crockers Honey Dripper Guitar) Hey all you Brits Dont know if you have seen the film Which has Ted Crockers Guitar in it but it's on tv tonight it's called the "Honey Dri… Started by JUJU	6	Jun 13, 2009 Reply by bairfoot cajun
Most annoying thing to happen while doing a build Hi was wondering what the most annoying thing thats happened during a build to people. I ask this because on the night i was just about to… Started by Barrie	7	Mar 27, 2009 Reply by Roosterman
Dumb question #1 - Part 1 of an probably endless series Hey folks, I'm wiring up my first cbg, just a piezo and a volume pot. I found wiring diagrams and that. The question is - where does the g… Started by Jakeyvimto	7	Mar 15, 2009 Reply by smojo
Hollowbelly CD Hi Guys just received my new Hollowbelly CD today - must tell you its great i suggest you get your hands on a copy before they all go Supe… Started by JUJU	2	Mar 4, 2009 Reply by Dave M

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