The Emerald Ruby Project - Page 2

jwellsy · #16 04-03-2018, 06:38 PM

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Originally Posted by EvanB

I don't know if it is possible, but the phrase would look cool if burned into the wood. Nothing gaudy, discreetly placed. Just a thought.

You may be onto something there. Letter punches could be heated up like little branding irons. It could be branded in.

jdinco · #17 04-03-2018, 06:41 PM

This a great read, I think a lot of us share your excitement, I know I do. I can't wait to see how it all turns out. Best of luck...

jwellsy · #18 04-03-2018, 06:51 PM

I need some input here on which pickup to go with. I've installed the K&K Pure in a couple of guitars so my DI/mixer is setup to work without an onboard preamp. I like not having batteries inside a guitar. But, onboard tuners sure are nice.

kramster · #19 04-03-2018, 07:27 PM

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Originally Posted by jwellsy

I need some input here on which pickup to go with. I've installed the K&K Pure in a couple of guitars so my DI/mixer is setup to work without an onboard preamp. I like not having batteries inside a guitar. But, onboard tuners sure are nice.

Sounds like you already know.

Methos1979 · #20 04-03-2018, 08:29 PM

I went with the K&K in my custom woody X20 and while I don't regret it I will say that the X20 seems to be a guitar that REALLY likes to resonate on that A string and so the natural tendency for K&K equipped guitars to be challenging to dial out feedback on is only amplified - pun intended - with the K&K/X20 pairing.

If I was going to do it again (custom order) I'd have to think long and hard. I had a fellow AGF'er come over once with his X20 which had a Baggs Anthem in it and I remember thinking it was really nice sounding although we really didn't push it that hard. I've had K&K's in just about every acoustic guitar I've owned over the years and while all were a challenge to tame feedback, the X20 was/is the worst of the bunch.

#21 04-04-2018, 09:29 AM

Jw;

Good thinking on using letter punches as brands. That's what I've done on much of my wood sculpture (Google blythinart.com). What you might also consider is making a full brand with wire that you heat with a propane torch then apply. I've made a brand with a thin strip of flat steel, shaping it like cursive so that all the letters are attached. Lots of options.

I used K&K for a number of guitars until my X7 electric--Alistair recommended that I try the Barbera, which I did. It has a nice balance and I'm liking it.

jwellsy · #22 04-04-2018, 10:19 AM

As far as balance goes I prefer a heavy bass presence. My goal is to get down to 2 guitars when I retire, this X20 for playing outside the house and a Martin D35 for inside the house.

Well OK maybe 1 more, my Yamaha Silent for late night practice.

Gordon Currie · #23 04-04-2018, 10:35 AM

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Originally Posted by jwellsy

I need some input here on which pickup to go with. I've installed the K&K Pure in a couple of guitars so my DI/mixer is setup to work without an onboard preamp. I like not having batteries inside a guitar. But, onboard tuners sure are nice.

If you want to stick with K+K (and I understand that!), have you looked at the soundhole tuners like this:
https://www.amazon.com/DAddario-Micr.../dp/B018K9K034

I purchased two and I like them so much I am getting one for every guitar. Then my Snarks will be for electric guitars/basses only.

jwellsy · #24 04-04-2018, 11:07 AM

I thought I had seen a pdf with all the Emerald options listed which included all the different electronic systems they have/do install. I can't find that list now that I have to make final decisions on all the options. The thing I'm talking about is a lot more detailed than what I can find on their website.

Maybe it's something Alistair will email me next week when he gets back. Have you guys seen what I'm talking about and know where there's a copy?

Edit: I did find a 2014 price list pdf. But, it's not the one I've seen with the various specific pickups.

jwellsy · #25 04-04-2018, 11:23 AM

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Originally Posted by Gordon Currie

If you want to stick with K+K (and I understand that!), have you looked at the soundhole tuners like this:
https://www.amazon.com/DAddario-Micr.../dp/B018K9K034

I purchased two and I like them so much I am getting one for every guitar. Then my Snarks will be for electric guitars/basses only.

Thanks Gordon, I hadn't seen small soundhole tuners like that. I use a couple of small headstock clip on ones that small. I'll have to try these.

GBG · #26 04-04-2018, 04:33 PM

I just ordered one of those sound hole tuners this week and it should arrive today!

jwellsy · #27 04-04-2018, 07:35 PM

Have you guys tried using 5 K&K mini transducers or the larger K&K 12 string transducers on a 6 string?

jwellsy · #28 04-04-2018, 08:15 PM

Gig bag vs hard case? I'm leaning towards just the hard case. Any of you guys using the gig bag? Seems to me that storing both is a waste of space. I wish they had an option for a rigid foam soft case like Yamaha has.

Captain Jim · #29 04-04-2018, 08:27 PM

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Originally Posted by jwellsy

Gig bag vs hard case? I'm leaning towards just the hard case. Any of you guys using the gig bag? Seems to me that storing both is a waste of space. I wish they had an option for a rigid foam soft case like Yamaha has.

I like gig bags, but that Hiscox Lite Flight Case that Emerald uses is great - lighter than any of my other hard shell cases; nice fit.

jwellsy · #30 04-05-2018, 05:50 AM

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Originally Posted by Captain Jim

I like gig bags, but that Hiscox Lite Flight Case that Emerald uses is great - lighter than any of my other hard shell cases; nice fit.

Thanks for that insight. I've never seen a Hiscox case in person. So, a light hard case sounds like an oxymoron.