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Howard, what a wonderful result, truly the color of a red violin! I believe I’ve also seen that picture of Elizabeth Taylor and also loved instrument finish. Really the ideal color IMHO. What a great look!
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You’ve clearly been to the shop if you’ve seen the picture. I’m certain John has never posted it. I’ve been a fool for red guitars since seeing the 1964 Gibson catalogue cover, then the Guild Starfire line, etc. The closer it gets to being finished, slower goes the day.... Best, Howard
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Great color, congrats on the build!
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The guitar and violin are gorgeous. He got the color match perfect.
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For my guitar and the mandos I don’t know how he got the color, but it’s a LOT less work than using madder root!! Howard
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Stunningly gorgeous, Howard.
Thanks for sharing the journey with us. I concede, though, that I'll only be happy (well, you've already made me happy, so happier) if you share a video of you playing this marvelous creation.
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How’re you feeling? Hope alls well! I fully intend to take LaCorsa into the studio within days of completion to record a very special composition; one that’s been waiting patiently for over 20 years to reach maturity. I’ll certainly sit down in front of my phone & MV88 shortly after that, I promise. Stay tuned... H
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I am really looking forward to hearing you play this guitar. You and John are such magicians.
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Lacorsa nearing completion
Just got a pair of tantalizing pictures from John today. The bridge is set, so perhaps I'll have a birthday present on Thursday, but I'll try to ignore that possibility........
Herewith..... Soon, in any case.... HE
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That is glorious. In the age of over-sized (to my eyes) rosettes, the simplicity, elegance, and beauty of John's work really resonates (pun intended).
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Almost there... congrats...
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When the oval hole, along with the single black line was suggested I completely agreed, but I requested that the end of the fingerboard be concentric to it. Less is more. I also requested a magnetic device for an arm guard that’s easily removable. We’ll come up with something, somehow. By the way I also had Covid 19, with pneumonia, though two test came back negative. The serum antibody ‘confirmed’ that I had it, and I don’t doubt it for a minute. It was a very lousy 11 days. Be well, Howard
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I've been sick with COVID for about 6 weeks now. Nearly recovered. My case has been complicated by me having a rather significant case prostate cancer. As soon as I'm healthy enough, I'll undergo surgery and follow-up radiation. Something tells me I'll yearn for my COVID days.
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Your new guitar will make you forget all about it. It's gorgeous.
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I sure hope the delay in getting treatment isn't too long, and that your response to treatment is entirely successful! Stay sassy! Love, Howard
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