[QUOTE=CarltonM] Size really isn't everything![/QUOTE]
Best we leave that one alone.....
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| Author: | James W B [ Wed Aug 16, 2006 10:26 am ] |
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My nephew is looking for a good parlor guitar .I thought I might build him one, but was a little concerned with what it would sound like.I didn`t know if a box that small can sound worth a hoot.Anyone out there build one or hear what kind of sound they produce. Jmes W B |
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| Author: | Dave-SKG [ Wed Aug 16, 2006 10:31 am ] |
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"Worth a Hoot"! I love parlor guitars. In fact if you look at most of the older guitars they were all much smaller than todays models...they were parlor guitars of sorts. I love them and as far as sound goes I have built and seen many others Blow the Doors off so called regular guitars. Go for it! |
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| Author: | vpelleri [ Wed Aug 16, 2006 10:41 am ] |
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A few of the finest guitars I've ever played have been Parlor guitars ( and most of the dogs have been D****S ) For fingerpicking or domeone learning to play, a Parlor is the perfect size. Plus if you build it you can custom size the neck to fit. Plus Plus Plus, your nephew will have something his uncle made! Not veryone can say that! I agree with Dave, go for it (And share pictures with us!) |
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| Author: | TonyKarol [ Wed Aug 16, 2006 11:11 am ] |
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Yep, have built a bunch .. close to and exact Martin 0 size bodies - they make awesome little guitars, sometimes thay can kill somehting twice their size. You have been warned!!!! |
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| Author: | Anthony Z [ Wed Aug 16, 2006 11:30 am ] |
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Yup what everyone else said -- my daughter has deep bodied Karol parlor -- first time I strummed it I was startled by the volume it produced. |
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| Author: | CarltonM [ Wed Aug 16, 2006 11:33 am ] |
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Size really isn't everything! |
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| Author: | Anthony Z [ Wed Aug 16, 2006 11:37 am ] |
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[QUOTE=CarltonM] Size really isn't everything![/QUOTE] Best we leave that one alone.....
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| Author: | Hank Mauel [ Wed Aug 16, 2006 2:44 pm ] |
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[QUOTE=TonyKarol] Yep, have built a bunch .. close to and exact Martin 0 size bodies - they make awesome little guitars, sometimes thay can kill somehting twice their size. Me, Too. Use the Martin 0-16 New Yorker body shape, but go a bit deeper. Twelve frets to the body, 24.9" scale, flat or slot head depending. On a small guy like this, a top wood that has a bit more bass fundamental tap tone is good. I have built a bunch with walnut/redwood tops, and the bass just bumps right along, well balanced and clear. Build them light and use a light gauge string if going with the redwood, or a red cedar top, for that matter. For more info, see my old web site and look for the Shasta Parlor. |
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| Author: | JBreault [ Thu Aug 17, 2006 4:15 am ] |
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Some of the best guitars I heard at Newport was Steve Spodaryk's parlor guitars. They absolutely sang! |
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| Author: | Steve Spodaryk [ Thu Aug 17, 2006 8:15 am ] |
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Joe, thanks for the compliment. I appreciate it. A lot of people were shocked at how much good sound a small body can generate. It sounded good at ths show, but that little koa size 1 has really come into it's own. I'm getting ready to start a couple more. Hank has provided some real good advice. Try a size 0, or even a size 1 or 2. The default body depth can be increased a little. A softer top wood seems to work very nicely. The small top allows you to really lighten things up and still maintain structural integrity. If this is a younger kid, consider building a parlor with a 24" scale length tuned to standard pitch. A dream to play with low string tension, super lightly built and low action. Even as an adult it really helps my playing and provides a lot of fun. Steve |
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| Author: | James W B [ Thu Aug 17, 2006 10:38 am ] |
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Thanks guys Parlor Guitar it is. James W B |
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| Author: | Tom Morici [ Thu Aug 17, 2006 12:23 pm ] |
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James I suggest you build two, or start working on your story now for why your nephew has to wait for the second one. 
Tom |
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| Author: | Roy O [ Thu Aug 17, 2006 2:52 pm ] |
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The Guild of American Lutherie sells a Size One plan. |
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