Hatcher Koa ​Piña for TomB'sox build thread

[Mark Hatcher]

Originally Posted by WayneJohnson

I just have to say, every time I see the name, 'Hatcher' come up on AGF, I have to look at that post before all others. Mark, your work simply, or should I say, profoundly inspires someone like me to continue on his own journey and growth in the world of lutherie.

Wayne

Thanks Wayne, This making guitar thing is infectious isn't it? I'm glad to hear I have been some part of your journey. It's good to know we're not alone in this madness!

Originally Posted by mikealpine

I'm hoping to meet up with Tom at some point and experience this guitar. Exquisite is about as close as I can get to the right word.

Thanks Mike! Exquisite is a fine and well appreciated word!

I put it on the scale today 3lbs 12oz I'll need to tell Tom to be careful the first time he picks it up!



Thanks Again!
Mark

[TomB'sox]

3 pounds and 12 ounces!!! I thought this was Koa and Cedar? What part did you make with Balsa wood????

[TomB'sox]

Originally Posted by mikealpine

I'm hoping to meet up with Tom at some point and experience this guitar. Exquisite is about as close as I can get to the right word.

Ohhhhh, I see how it is now...strike up a friendship with Tom to get to his Hatcher...I feel so cheap and used!!!!

[Mark Hatcher]

Originally Posted by TomB'sox

3 pounds and 12 ounces!!! I thought this was Koa and Cedar? What part did you make with Balsa wood????

I guess you didn't see the fine print, it's Cedar and Koa like wood

[TomB'sox]

AHHHHH, dang the fine print, gets me every time!!!!

[OddManOut]

Originally Posted by Mark Hatcher

Thanks Wayne, This making guitar thing is infectious isn't it? I'm glad to hear I have been some part of your journey. It's good to know we're not alone in this madness!




Thanks Mike! Exquisite is a fine and well appreciated word!

I put it on the scale today 3lbs 12oz I'll need to tell Tom to be careful the first time he picks it up!



Thanks Again!
Mark

A fantastic looking guitar....world-class koa, great design aesthetics. That it is a feather weight portends of good things.

[Mark Hatcher]

Originally Posted by OddManOut

A fantastic looking guitar....world-class koa, great design aesthetics. That it is a feather weight portends of good things.

Thanks OddManOut!

A guitar doesn't have to be a featherweight to sound great but there are aspects of a very light guitar that I love. For me it enhances the playing experience. Feeling the guitar vibrating while I play it, it just feels more alive and helps me connect with the guitar. I am not alone in this and it helps me sell more guitars once people play them.

Thanks Again,
Mark

[TomB'sox]

Due to all the stuff involved in this whole life concept, the guitar is done and ready to pick up, reports from Mark are good...I still can not get over there to pick it up until the 16th. I don't know if we will record a sound clip or not, my singer that I planned to use is not available, another gig I guess If I do, it will be a simple little thing just to try and demonstrate the sound, not demonstrate my playing.

I am very excited, it will be the lightest guitar I think I will have held. Can't wait to see the Koa in person!!!

[Jobe]

Beautiful. Any lighter and it may become invisible which would be a shame. I hope it brings all you want. Will look forward to your feelings!

[Mark Hatcher]

Originally Posted by TomB'sox

Due to all the stuff involved in this whole life concept, the guitar is done and ready to pick up, reports from Mark are good...I still can not get over there to pick it up until the 16th. I don't know if we will record a sound clip or not, my singer that I planned to use is not available, another gig I guess If I do, it will be a simple little thing just to try and demonstrate the sound, not demonstrate my playing.

I am very excited, it will be the lightest guitar I think I will have held. Can't wait to see the Koa in person!!!

Well the 16th has arrived and Tom was out to the shop this morning to pick up his guitar. I was able to coax him into doing one quick recording with his new Koa parlor;



Thanks for viewing!
Mark

[Jobe]

Well, I guess Tom's face at the end says it all! Beautiful.

[Marcus Wong]

THAT WAS LOVELY TOM; I especially loved the smile at the end! what a wonderful little guitar! Astonishing weight, gorgeous aesthetics and a beautiful sound. Congratulations on your new baby

[theEdwinson]

Raucous applause! Hooting, cheering, bringing the house down!
Mark, you made another masterpiece, this one for Tom, who is probably the most popular guy on the AGF, because he just comes across as everybody's best pal and all-around great guy. This splendid, out-of-this-world guitar could not have gone to a more worthy recipient. Well done!

And Tom- there's much to celebrate in your life today as well, eh? That new guitar sounds ravishing. Actually it sounds every bit as lovely as it looks! The wonderful deep sonority in the bass end, the clear and defined midrange, crystalline trebles... sustain... overtones... emotional power... It's ALL there. Thanks for making this recording.

So great to see two of the people I admire most, celebrating this new guitar! Congratulations to you both.

[Nemoman]

Beautiful stuff you guys--congrats, Mark on another masterpiece, and to you Tom on another work of art in you stable. Enjoy!

[mikealpine]

I'm sorry I couldn't take the ride today, just being there during that recording would have been worth it! The depth and richness from that small, light guitar is really astounding. It's a stunning instrument in looks and sound, a marvelous guitar. Tom, that was beautifully played and a guitar like that can, and will, provide a lifetime of joy. Congrats to both the builder and owner!!