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Edwinson content - I have to share
I've been talking to a few builders about having my 1st custom guitar built. In talking with Steve Sheriff over at Edwinson guitars, I explained that it was really difficult to make a decision having never played any of the builders guitars. So he said "I've got my personal guitar sitting right here. Why don't I send it to you for a week or so?" Uh, really??? Well, ok. Thanks! I let him know up front that I'd need a custom neck carve, so I most probably would not be buying the one he sent. That didn't seem to bother him in the least. Cool, huh?
It showed up today. It is his Eclipse OM model. This one is redwood and cocobolo with all the bells and whistles. Arm and rib bevels, multi-scale, his unique open headstock, gold evo frets, carved bridge, etc, etc. This thing showed up and after giving it the afternoon to acclimate, I opened the box and I was grinning ear to ear. This thing is a work of art! I just had to share it with you guys. I did get to play it for a few minutes today, but not enough to offer my impressions. I might try to record some sound clips in the next few days. For now though, some crappy cell phone pics are all I have. Enjoy! Pardon the reflection of the stairs in this. I'll have to get a better shot of the back tomorrow. It's pretty impressive. |
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You would be in great hands with Steve.
Before I ordered my first guitar with him, he shipped one of his guitars to me, just like he did with you. An amazing and generous guy. His guitars are amazing in every way.
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Steve builds beauties
Have fun with this! Lucky you!!!
And MAJOR KUDOS to Steve for his most kind and generous loan. He is a lovely gentleman and it was a real pleasure meeting him at BIG! His shop partner Joel also builds very nice instruments in a more subdued style. Both were really nice guys and very talented too! Hard to go wrong with the rib and arm bevels! I LOVE mine. Have him do a Manzer Wedge, too. Comfy rules. We expect a rave review any moment.... Salud Paul
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A nicer guy you will be hard pressed to meet than Mr. Steve. I hope you enjoy the guitar and maybe the neck will surprise you?
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No worries working with Steve. I've had him build two guitars for me with custom necks and they both turned out exactly the way I wanted them. And the rest of the guitars were equally well done, sound great and are eye candy.
Fast Jimmy |
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+++ on working with Steve. He is an artist and a master luthier (that's not redundant in his case). He is a pleasure to work with. The guitar he built for me is a lifetime keeper and I cannot imagine anyone being disappointed with anything he creates. In fact, I can't imagine any of his builds being anything but an incredible surprise upon receipt - no matter how high your expectations.
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Am quite jealous of everyone here who has gotten to play one of Steve's beauties. This one is bonkers....hope to hear a clip. Enjoy!
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Doerr Trinity 12 Fret 00 (Lutz/Maple) Edwinson Zephyr 13 Fret 00 (Adi/Coco) Froggy Bottom H-12 (Adi/EIR) Kostal 12 Fret OMC (German Spruce/Koa) Rainsong APSE 12 Fret (Carbon Fiber) Taylor 812ce-N 12 fret (Sitka/EIR Nylon) |
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I'm sure that would be great. It's a 5 hour trip though each way. Not a day trip.
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Same goes for SprintBob. We had a great time sharing our hurricane stories. And the guitars...
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If anybody want's to hear the guitar, I did a little vid with it, posted here:
https://www.acousticguitarforum.com/...45#post6571345 |
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Thanks- nice sounding guitar and good playing. The edwinson sounds like it has an Olson-esque chime to it to my ear.
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Hope you end up with one of Steve’s guitars. They look good on you!
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Doerr Trinity 12 Fret 00 (Lutz/Maple) Edwinson Zephyr 13 Fret 00 (Adi/Coco) Froggy Bottom H-12 (Adi/EIR) Kostal 12 Fret OMC (German Spruce/Koa) Rainsong APSE 12 Fret (Carbon Fiber) Taylor 812ce-N 12 fret (Sitka/EIR Nylon) |
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I really wish I had something worked up and ready to record that was in a drop tuning. That tune, capoed up in standard, doesn't show the depth of that guitar. But that's what was in the hopper. |
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Nicely done! I really enjoy the hybrid technique you've got going on.
Looking forward to seeing your custom Edwinson!
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