This page says your cones are brass and 6.5" O.D. Do you make a 7.25" O.D. spun brass cone? Do you think it would take the downward pressure of 30" bass strings? Would it accommodate a 3" biscuit for the bridge? The normal string spacing for this bass is 2&5/16" from E to G. I like the look of your brass cones and covers. I would like to use them to add a resonator to an acoustic bass guitar if they would work. Thank you for your time and attention. My email remains GZboat@yahoo.com
Hi Lowe, I am interested in adding a resonator to a Applause acoustic bass guitar. Your spun brass cones look very cool and they have an integral mounting ring, correct? That would really simplify my build. Do you ever, or would you consider, building a cone in a larger size, say 8.25" to 9.5"? I'd need a cone, cover plate, biscuit, saddle, and trapeze. Any help you could give would be greatly appreciated. If you want to continue this conversation privately, please just email me at GZboat@yahoo.com. Thank you for your time.
Hi Lowe, used to live in Rockwall many years ago. I am new to cigar box nation but am quit interested I making a 3 string resonator with your parts. Can you get back to me and let me know pricing for cone, cover, Bisket and any additional hardware needed. I am also looking for plans that would assist in the build. I have a PayPal account and have purchased items from Dan Sleep.
I am ready to order at least one brass cone and a cover. I am not sure how to install a rod piezo under the bridge on one of these and I also don't know how to pay you with PayPal. Yes I have and account. can you email or call me? My number is 501-627-5344 I'm still in Ft. Smith AR. Thanks in advance! You da man!!!!
Howdy Mr. Lowe! I was thinking of putting together a new dulcimer build with a double course - could I ask you how close you put the 2 strings, and how you tune them? Cheers!
I've built about 20 CBGs and am ready to build a reso. Do you sell a kit with a cone, a bridge or whatever I need to make it work. I could go thru Gitty but I'm not far from you in ft Worth. I think I would want to go with Brass. Give me some input and dos and don'ts. thanks,
hey i finnaly figgered out what i was gonna use that big brass 9 inch cone fer i got from ya a hunnered years ago.it worked out perfect in an old mando i decided to relic up a lil bit,thanks old lowe,your brass cone makes a mandolin sound great.
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I am a little confused. I saw this ad on ebay for 7.25" O.D. cones (aluminum) constructed by you.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Cigar-Box-Guitar-Old-Lowe-Resonator-parts-cover-and-cone-Build-3-or-4-string/253205442985?hash=item3af43871a9:g:PE4AAOSwRqxZ39Ke
This page says your cones are brass and 6.5" O.D. Do you make a 7.25" O.D. spun brass cone? Do you think it would take the downward pressure of 30" bass strings? Would it accommodate a 3" biscuit for the bridge? The normal string spacing for this bass is 2&5/16" from E to G. I like the look of your brass cones and covers. I would like to use them to add a resonator to an acoustic bass guitar if they would work. Thank you for your time and attention. My email remains GZboat@yahoo.com
Greg
Hi Lowe, I am interested in adding a resonator to a Applause acoustic bass guitar. Your spun brass cones look very cool and they have an integral mounting ring, correct? That would really simplify my build. Do you ever, or would you consider, building a cone in a larger size, say 8.25" to 9.5"? I'd need a cone, cover plate, biscuit, saddle, and trapeze. Any help you could give would be greatly appreciated. If you want to continue this conversation privately, please just email me at GZboat@yahoo.com. Thank you for your time.
Greg Zane
Hi Lowe, I just sent you a friend request, I'm interested in your cones and would like to buy one for sure, possibly more. Thanks!
Hi Lowe.......Im interested in some cones......just need to know how to order them.I sent you a friends request.......Mike(rustyhubcap)
Hey Mike,
I am ready to order at least one brass cone and a cover. I am not sure how to install a rod piezo under the bridge on one of these and I also don't know how to pay you with PayPal. Yes I have and account. can you email or call me? My number is 501-627-5344 I'm still in Ft. Smith AR. Thanks in advance! You da man!!!!
Ken Henry
Hey Mike,
what is the shipping cost to Arkansas for a cone and so you also make the covers for them and if so how much are they? and shipping to Ft Smith AR?
Yo, Old Lowe, I'm looking to make a six string dobro and like your cones. Do you have any brass "f" hole covers to go with it" Thanx, Roland
Howdy Mr. Lowe! I was thinking of putting together a new dulcimer build with a double course - could I ask you how close you put the 2 strings, and how you tune them? Cheers!
I've built about 20 CBGs and am ready to build a reso. Do you sell a kit with a cone, a bridge or whatever I need to make it work. I could go thru Gitty but I'm not far from you in ft Worth. I think I would want to go with Brass. Give me some input and dos and don'ts. thanks,
Ken
I'd like one of your Copper 6inch cones, is delivery to the UK possible, if so could you let me know the total cost please?
Thanks!
Paul
Thanks for accepting my friend request.
I'm interested in ordering a couple brass resonator cones.
Please let me know how your ordering process works.
Thanks,
John Fanning
Hello Lowe,
I would like to purchase a couple brass resonators from you. Could you let me know the information to order.
Thanks
Paul
Hi there,
Can you tell me if you still make and sell cones? Looking for a copper one.
Thanks
Hi
I'm interessted in ordering one of you're cone.
Do you ship to Canada?
And will it work properly with an oil can.
Thanks!
Everyone here says you're awesome and that you're the man to know for cones.
Not sure how this works, but I am replying back
How do I order a resonator cone????
hey i finnaly figgered out what i was gonna use that big brass 9 inch cone fer i got from ya a hunnered years ago.it worked out perfect in an old mando i decided to relic up a lil bit,thanks old lowe,your brass cone makes a mandolin sound great.
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