Moody Blues cover on Homemade 12 String Guitar

This guitar was made from an antique silverware box and a recycled neck from an old Japanese made Decca 12 string acoustic guitar. I think it sounds more jan...

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Comment by Derek Rose on August 12, 2021 at 1:06pm

Thank you, Ambrose. Great to hear from you!

Comment by Bob "Ambrose" Negus on August 11, 2021 at 8:22pm

You totally nailed that one Derek! Sounded excellent. Your lead break accompaniment on that harp hit the spot.

Comment by Derek Rose on August 10, 2021 at 1:52pm

Yup, I agree Kale and I like the natural chorus effect of a 12 string (and a mandolin). Thanks for listening and commenting :)

Comment by Poorness Studios on August 10, 2021 at 1:13am

12-strings always have that little extra smoothness. It doesn't work for every song but it certainly does on this one. Good choice!

Comment by Derek Rose on August 9, 2021 at 1:19pm

Thank you, RTZ. The top of this box is really thick and I was glad it jangles otherwise needed a plan B.

Comment by Derek Rose on August 9, 2021 at 1:18pm

Thanks much Danny :)

Comment by Derek Rose on August 9, 2021 at 1:17pm

Decca had some guitars made under their brand, Andries. Probably riding the British wave of the Beatles, and other popular groups. This neck is nice and solid and after I refretted it am glad I got to use it for something. Thanks for the great comments my friend!

Comment by Derek Rose on August 9, 2021 at 1:14pm

Feeling somethin! lol Thank you Brian!

Comment by RTZGUITARS on August 9, 2021 at 6:12am

12 stringybox , sounds good. nice harp work too

Comment by Danny Gordon on August 9, 2021 at 4:48am

sounding great my friend

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