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I'd go so far as to say that doing something such as a body size change is not only very nearly impossible, it would be cost prohibitive even if you could find someone who would do it. The thought of it affects me rather strangely, as well.
The work to do such a thing would be in excess of that which would be required to build a new custom guitar. I can't imagine a luthier getting enthusiastic about such a job. For goodness sake, why not buy the OM and either keep or sell the other one? (EDIT: I think the OP a troll) Last edited by Zigeuner; 03-10-2011 at 05:01 AM. |
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Yep. Hard to believe, ain't it? Wake up, people.....it's a troll thread.
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Hi guys, sorry, it's been 3 years. I didn't know I got replies from you guys, I thought my question was ignored, since back then I guess I didn't check the notify by email box.
I posted a new thread and got helps from other members: http://www.acousticguitarforum.com/f...d.php?t=352631 I hope you guys wouldn't think it's a troll thread, I am figuring out how to get this job done. Thanks much for the inputs! |
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HHP-I always enjoy your humor
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Converting a Martin 0000 to an OM size?
What the OP is proposing is so ridiculous, I can't believe they are serious? If the guitar has sentimental value, leave it alone and go find an OM you like. Anything else make absolutely no sense!
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FWIW, I wouldn't do it. A slightly more reasonable approach might be to remove the back and turn it into a wedge. It might also be possible to retrofit a bevel on the top edge. Not sure if either option would appeal to the OP, but it might make the guitar more comfortable without the over-the-top rebuild. |
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a stab in the back job
It's unanimous - folks don't like your idea. Patticake said exactly what I would say. The wedge idea is a neat one, but it may not work. When it is no longer at right angles to the sides, the back becomes a hypotenuse and would need to be a tad larger.
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