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| Author: | Michaeldc [ Wed Jun 16, 2021 8:16 pm ] |
| Post subject: | OM.14.26 Crossover |
Here are a few pics of a recent crossover build. It’s Sitka over Myrtle, 26” scale, 14 fret, 16” radius fretboard, using a modified Ramirez bracing pattern. I built a more traditional sized crossover at the same time as this one, giving the client first choice. I kinda want it back…! (It’s been added to the personal build list!) |
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| Author: | SnowManSnow [ Wed Jun 16, 2021 8:54 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: OM.14.26 Crossover |
Dude I love it!!!!! You did a fine job. Super clean as always Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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| Author: | Colin North [ Thu Jun 17, 2021 3:51 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: OM.14.26 Crossover |
Nice! |
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| Author: | Jim Watts [ Thu Jun 17, 2021 9:44 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: OM.14.26 Crossover |
That's really nice Michael! |
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| Author: | George L [ Thu Jun 17, 2021 10:04 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: OM.14.26 Crossover |
Lovely and inspiring.
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| Author: | SteveSmith [ Thu Jun 17, 2021 10:19 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: OM.14.26 Crossover |
That's very nice! I've been wanting to do a crossover for myself but haven't figured out how to brace it. I like the clean look of the bridge, how do the strings attach? Based on the endpin it looks like you have a pickup installed - what kind, if you don't mind? |
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| Author: | Michaeldc [ Thu Jun 17, 2021 10:43 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: OM.14.26 Crossover |
SteveSmith wrote: That's very nice! I've been wanting to do a crossover for myself but haven't figured out how to brace it. I like the clean look of the bridge, how do the strings attach? Based on the endpin it looks like you have a pickup installed - what kind, if you don't mind? Thanks Steve, Yes, deciding on a bracing pattern was what stalled the project for 2 years. I can send you a photo of my acrylic template if you are interested in seeing what I came up with. I’m using black diamond bridge beads https://www.rosetteguitarproducts.com/menu . I used a couple mini rosewood bridge plates on either side of the center fan brace for the beads to pull against. The pickup is a standard 4 transducer K&K. Cheers, M |
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| Author: | SteveSmith [ Thu Jun 17, 2021 12:57 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: OM.14.26 Crossover |
Michael, several times a year we will play music that calls for a nylon string guitar. I just fake it on my steel string but I've been wanting to have a nylon guitar for about 5 years now. I don't like playing classicals, they're too different so a crossover really appeals to me. I really like that it is a 14 fret OM with a 16" radius on the fretboard since that is one of my favorites designs. Time to get with it, I suppose  I would really like to see a photo of your template. I PM'd my email if you want to send a photo as an attachment. I suspected that you had the strings attached that way. I like the way it looks. I use K&K for all of mine so that's good to hear too! |
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| Author: | Tim L [ Thu Jun 17, 2021 6:48 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: OM.14.26 Crossover |
That came out nice. More traditional crossover being a Hauser style?? Curious as to how the Sitka paired up with the Myrtle. |
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| Author: | Michaeldc [ Fri Jun 18, 2021 7:02 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: OM.14.26 Crossover |
Tim L wrote: That came out nice. More traditional crossover being a Hauser style?? Curious as to how the Sitka paired up with the Myrtle. Hi Tim, My “traditional” reference is just about body size, Hauser works. As for the wood pairing, I’m not great at describing the attributes of a combination. I’m personally interested in building guitars that *don’t* sound like other production instruments, Martin for example. I really like the combo for SS. The Myrtle B&S choice was prompted by the client. It worked out. Here is a Fan-fret that came from the same flitch. It sounds amazing and won’t be in the showroom long (now that folks can come over and audition more safely). Best, |
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| Author: | SteveSmith [ Fri Jun 18, 2021 1:29 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: OM.14.26 Crossover |
Michaeldc wrote: SteveSmith wrote: That's very nice! I've been wanting to do a crossover for myself but haven't figured out how to brace it. I like the clean look of the bridge, how do the strings attach? Based on the endpin it looks like you have a pickup installed - what kind, if you don't mind? Thanks Steve, Yes, deciding on a bracing pattern was what stalled the project for 2 years. I can send you a photo of my acrylic template if you are interested in seeing what I came up with. I’m using black diamond bridge beads https://www.rosetteguitarproducts.com/menu . I used a couple mini rosewood bridge plates on either side of the center fan brace for the beads to pull against. The pickup is a standard 4 transducer K&K. Cheers, M Michael, thanks for the photos and other info. I think I have enough now to actually start on my own crossover - guess I'll head down to the shop and pick out some wood 
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| Author: | Michaeldc [ Fri Jun 18, 2021 1:52 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: OM.14.26 Crossover |
SteveSmith wrote: Michaeldc wrote: SteveSmith wrote: That's very nice! I've been wanting to do a crossover for myself but haven't figured out how to brace it. I like the clean look of the bridge, how do the strings attach? Based on the endpin it looks like you have a pickup installed - what kind, if you don't mind? Thanks Steve, Yes, deciding on a bracing pattern was what stalled the project for 2 years. I can send you a photo of my acrylic template if you are interested in seeing what I came up with. I’m using black diamond bridge beads https://www.rosetteguitarproducts.com/menu . I used a couple mini rosewood bridge plates on either side of the center fan brace for the beads to pull against. The pickup is a standard 4 transducer K&K. Cheers, M Michael, thanks for the photos and other info. I think I have enough now to actually start on my own crossover - guess I'll head down to the shop and pick out some wood You bet! Looking forward to seeing your take on the puzzle - M |
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| Author: | Pmaj7 [ Thu Jun 24, 2021 12:51 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: OM.14.26 Crossover |
Beautiful! Pat |
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| Author: | DanKirkland [ Thu Jun 24, 2021 9:20 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: OM.14.26 Crossover |
That is a cool piece! Very clean and snazzy. I like it. Kind of want to try it out too |
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| Author: | meddlingfool [ Thu Jun 24, 2021 4:57 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: OM.14.26 Crossover |
Very nice! What do you shoot for gloss? |
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| Author: | Michaeldc [ Thu Jun 24, 2021 7:19 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: OM.14.26 Crossover |
meddlingfool wrote: Very nice! What do you shoot for gloss? Thanks Ed, In this case it’s EM6000 over Silvertip. I was shooting endurovar, but they have reformulated it and I’ve yet to do any testing. I sure like your finishes! What are you using? Best, M |
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| Author: | meddlingfool [ Thu Jun 24, 2021 7:49 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: OM.14.26 Crossover |
I don’t have the capacity presently to do any gloss… |
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| Author: | Michaeldc [ Thu Jun 24, 2021 8:02 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: OM.14.26 Crossover |
meddlingfool wrote: I don’t have the capacity presently to do any gloss… I was asking about your satin finishes. |
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| Author: | jack [ Sun Jul 11, 2021 4:00 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: OM.14.26 Crossover |
...Stunning.... |
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| Author: | Andy Bounsall [ Mon Jul 12, 2021 8:18 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: OM.14.26 Crossover |
Very, very nice. |
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