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Post by Martin on Aug 23, 2015 19:46:22 GMT
Martin, that had me in stitches...great pics of the final product and great pics all the way through. Well done. How does it sound? Looks like you might have clear fluorocarbon strings on it?? Ken's?? I presume a guitar is next for you  Thanks Gav! It sounds amazing  So much better than I would have thought, and I'll try to record something with it at some point. The strings are fluorocarbon, but they're Martin strings. They sound and feel great, though  No guitar is planned (at least not one that I'll build), but it was such good fun, I wouldn't rule it out. Might even take the same course again next year if it's on  |
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Post by iantheguitarguy on Aug 23, 2015 20:03:43 GMT
Hi Martin,
great reading back through your days in the shop.
the scene from ghost pic had me belly laughing... on that note.... just to clarify, it was eighties movie soundtrack day and we only usually listen to dirty dancing on Tuesdays!
fantastic work, you both made amazing instruments and the stress didn't show at all... honest.
we'll give you a shout when the acoustic show stock is ready for a sneaky peak before we hit the road.
ian ✌️
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Post by Martin on Aug 23, 2015 20:10:36 GMT
Ian, it's great to see you've joined up and had a look at the thread. I'm sure it shows everyone involved in a good light, except of course for those cheesy 80's music moments  Thanks again for a wonderful experience and all the excellent tuition. Looking forward to seeing your new builds when they're done |
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Post by colins on Aug 23, 2015 20:38:20 GMT
Well done Martin, you can come down as my apprentice any time you like ( I need someone to sweep the floor) It's a great feeling isn't it to make music on something that you have made yourself.
On the finish, yes I'd get yourself some Liberon (it's what I use) and add some more coats. I put about 8-10 coats on the B&S and neck and 6-8 on the top. I apply mine slightly differently, but definitely put a few more coats on.
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Post by Martin on Aug 23, 2015 20:58:08 GMT
Well done Martin, you can come down as my apprentice any time you like ( I need someone to sweep the floor) It's a great feeling isn't it to make music on something that you have made yourself. On the finish, yes I'd get yourself some Liberon (it's what I use) and add some more coats. I put about 8-10 coats on the B&S and neck and 6-8 on the top. I apply mine slightly differently, but definitely put a few more coats on. Colin Thanks, Colin, and I'll be down tomorrow to start work. 10am ok? I'll bring the cakes  It's a fab feeling as you say, and i still feel surprised to have something very decent at the end. Thanks also for the finishing advice. I was probably going to apply more coats, and certainly intend to now. |
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Post by Riverman on Aug 23, 2015 21:20:51 GMT
Brilliant stuff Martin. You must be very satisfied with the end result.  |
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Post by leoroberts on Aug 23, 2015 21:28:11 GMT
I am just well impressed, Martin. I hope you feel a little bit proud of yourself... I mean, sure, it's one of the deadly sins and all but.... YOU JUST BUILT A FRICKIN' UKULELE, DUDE! I'm proud just to know you! |
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Post by Martin on Aug 23, 2015 21:38:45 GMT
Brilliant stuff Martin. You must be very satisfied with the end result. Cheers, Richard, yeah I'm just a little bit pleased with it I am just well impressed, Martin. I hope you feel a little bit proud of yourself... I mean, sure, it's one of the deadly sins and all but.... YOU JUST BUILT A FRICKIN' UKULELE, DUDE! I'm proud just to know you! Thanks Leo, i seriously couldn't have done it without the expert help and access to the right equipment, but yes some of it did involve my input, so I'm chuffed  |
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Post by lavaman on Aug 23, 2015 22:10:22 GMT
Lunch time over, it's time to concentrate on my nuts What else is there to say???  |
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Post by ocarolan on Aug 23, 2015 22:33:28 GMT
This has been a brilliant thread Martin. Superbly documented and obviously a wonderful experience. I'm in awe of your achievement - what a great looking instrument - really looking forward to having a go of it at Halifax. We could play ukulele conkers too if you like. Keith |
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Post by ocarolan on Aug 23, 2015 22:36:56 GMT
Hi Martin, great reading back through your days in the shop. the scene from ghost pic had me belly laughing... on that note.... just to clarify, it was eighties movie soundtrack day and we only usually listen to dirty dancing on Tuesdays! fantastic work, you both made amazing instruments and the stress didn't show at all... honest. we'll give you a shout when the acoustic show stock is ready for a sneaky peak before we hit the road. ian ✌️ Ian, welcome to the Forum. What a lovely experience you provide. I'm well jealous of Martin, and only the distance from Somerset stops me from signing up on your uke building course right away. Congrats on your patience dealing with Martin over the past few weeks! Keith |
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Post by Martin on Aug 23, 2015 22:50:21 GMT
This has been a brilliant thread Martin. Superbly documented and obviously a wonderful experience. I'm in awe of your achievement - what a great looking instrument - really looking forward to having a go of it at Halifax. We could play ukulele conkers too if you like. Keith Thanks, Keith! It was fantastic, and I'm looking forward to hearing you and others playing it. Conkers it is, then!  |
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Post by howlinpete on Aug 24, 2015 9:15:03 GMT
Hi Martin
That's a lovely thing to own and especially so having made it yourself.
Very well done.
Pete
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Post by Martin on Aug 24, 2015 9:35:02 GMT
Hi Martin That's a lovely thing to own and especially so having made it yourself. Very well done. Pete Thanks Pete, much appreciated Yes, it's very satisfying having been so involved in its creation |
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Post by Martin on Aug 24, 2015 9:47:43 GMT
Although it's lovely the way it is, I've just ordered some 0000 mesh, oil and cloths to keep working on the finish over the next few weeks. Can't be bothered to keep taking the strings off though  |
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So much better than I would have thought, and I'll try to record something with it at some point.
Jo whoever he is.
