You got a nice one, there TMM. I bought the same model in Ukiah, CA in 1979 or 80. It has taken a beating, and lost some of the great sound it had years ago. I have a couple for questions for you. I adjusted the neck recently by turning the nut all the way clockwise. It seems to have made a positive difference. I think I'm maxed out in that direction, though, and can only return counter-clockwise. It doesn't sound bad at this point. I put on a set of D'Addario bronze wound mediums on the 331, which might seem a bit heavy, but I'm taking the advice of Cheryl Wheeler, who told me she always uses DR 13's on her small body, handcrafted acoustic. Have you experimented with different strings, and do you have any suggestions as far as adjusting the truss rod is concerned.
Thanks. Great photos.
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