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Bob Knight Member From: Bowling Green KY |
posted 12 June 2004 07:45 AM
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Jimmie Crawford invited a few friends over for the unveiling of Buddy's New D-10/12 JCH last Thursday afternoon. It was a SUPER special event, to say the least. This day was definintely one of the highlights of of my life. Buddy checked it out, fine tuned it, and the race was on. Buddy seemed very satisfied with it. The guitar has tone and playability to die for, it is also BLACK. Here's a couple of pictures for you to enjoy. L-R Standing: Jimmie Crawford, Buck Reid, Russ Hicks, Lloyd Green, Ron Elliott  Click to view supersized image  Click to view supersized image  Click to view supersized image [This message was edited by Bob Knight on 12 June 2004 at 07:54 AM.] |
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Charles Curtis Member From: Bethesda, Maryland, USA |
posted 12 June 2004 08:41 AM
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OK, I'll ask; what are the copedants and tunings for these necks? And what is the production time for this guitar? Thank you. |
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Rick Schmidt Member From: Carlsbad, CA. USA |
posted 12 June 2004 10:43 AM
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Wow a D10/12!!! How cool! I had the good fortune last year to get to play some gigs with Gerry Hogan and check out his JCH in the UK, and my opinion is that it's a first rate instrument! [This message was edited by Rick Schmidt on 12 June 2004 at 10:44 AM.] |
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Kevin Hatton Member From: Amherst, N.Y. |
posted 12 June 2004 10:54 AM
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Jimmie Crawford builds a first rate guitar with the JCH. Nice to see the NTSGA Posse together. This is the way it should be. |
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Mike Sweeney Member From: Nashville,TN,USA |
posted 12 June 2004 02:16 PM
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I hate I missed it. Jimmie invited me but I had a gig. I'm glad I was working but I sure would have liked to have been there. Mike |
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Damir Besic Member From: La Vergne,TN |
posted 12 June 2004 02:19 PM
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I think it is great to see all these guys together.That`s what I`m talking about,that is wonderful. |
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Drew Howard Member From: Mason, MI, U.S.A. |
posted 13 June 2004 03:35 PM
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Bob, We meet at the 2002 Dallas show. Thanks much for sharing the photos, they are really neat! cheers, ------------------ |
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Ron Page Member From: Cincinnati, OH USA |
posted 14 June 2004 05:57 AM
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I heard at St. Louis last September that there was a "big name" coming to the JCH family. I didn't realize it was the big name. ------------------ |
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David Doggett Member From: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA |
posted 14 June 2004 06:45 AM
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Please forgive my ignorance, but what does JCH stand for? What are the special features of this guitar? When I was first starting out way back in the '70s, I once heard Jimmie Crawford play in his basement. I'm sure he doesn't remember me, but I was with Charlie Gore, a steeler from Bristol and Nashville who got me started. Jimmie had just done his Ton of Steel album and was awesome then as now. |
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C Dixon Member From: Duluth, GA USA |
posted 14 June 2004 06:50 AM
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JCH=Jimmie Crawford/John Hughey [This message was edited by C Dixon on 14 June 2004 at 06:51 AM.] |
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Buck Reid Member From: Nashville,TN |
posted 14 June 2004 08:55 AM
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This was a very memorable occasion to say the least. We laughed and told old war stories and listened as Buddy tweaked his new guitar. It looks,feels and sounds AMAZING! To me it speaks innovation...from the D-10/12 design to the pedal changes that Buddy is currently experimenting with. I've been playing mine for a couple of years now and love it more now than ever! Tone and sustain are to die for and Jimmie's workmanship is superb!! Jimmie.....you've done it again my friend....but i for one am not surprised. Sincere thanks Jimmie,to you and all the guys for a great day in Steel Guitar Land!! |
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Roy Ayres Member From: Starke, Florida, USA |
posted 14 June 2004 09:00 AM
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Buddy, Why would you want a guitar with a weird "Lynn Owsley" pattern like that on the end plates in that first pic? Roy =========================== [This message was edited by Roy Ayres on 14 June 2004 at 01:58 PM.] |
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Buddy Emmons Member From: Hermitage, TN USA |
posted 14 June 2004 09:42 AM
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Roy, Lynn has worn that shirt for ten years and I've grown quite fond of the pattern so I asked Jimmy to engrave it in the end plate. It was only fitting that we put Lynn next to the pattern to illustrate what a good job Jimmy did in matching it. |
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Buddy Emmons Member From: Hermitage, TN USA |
posted 14 June 2004 09:51 AM
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Buck, It was a pleasure seeing you at the steel warming. As best I remember,  I spent the last two hours telling you how great I was, so I thank you for being such a good listener. [This message was edited by Buddy Emmons on 14 June 2004 at 09:58 AM.] |
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Russ Hicks Member From: Pegram, Tennessee, USA |
posted 14 June 2004 09:58 AM
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Last thursday was 'a ton of fun' as Jimmy unveiled Buddie's 'ton of steel'....hey Jimmie, that would be a great title for a steel CD....I told Jimmy thursday that this is the best sounding JCH ever (because the Big E is playing it) but Jimmy knows that if I thought there was a better sounding guitar out there I would be playing it, and I know Buck Reid and all the other JCH players feel the same way....Jimmie Crawford is a perfectionist...player and builder and I'm sure it's a wonderful feeling of accomplishment for him to have "the world's foremost steel guitarist" endorse his guitar. I don't know if Buddie would have rather 'tweaked' his guitar in private, I don't think so, but I'm sure he knows that's the price he has to pay for having such a 'rogueish' bunch of followers. Thanks to Buddie and Jimmy for allowing us to share in the moment. |
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Buddy Emmons Member From: Hermitage, TN USA |
posted 14 June 2004 10:20 AM
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It was a day to remember and I thank all the old cronies for taking the time to drop by. Three other gentlemen that didn’t make the picture are Billy Robinson, Robert Rogers, and his dad, Gary. Of course I thank my friend Bob Knight for participating in our afternoon of channeled insanity and also for taking the picture. The 10/12 configuration called for redesigning the end plates, keyhead, neck, and cabinet. I’ve wanted a 10/12 guitar for some time now and sincerely appreciate Jimmy Crawford’s willingness to tackle the job. I must say he came through like a champ. The first time I sat down behind the guitar, it felt like it was mine. The pedal spacing is 1/8” wider apart than normal; something Jimmy has put on a previous guitar and something I wanted. There are two more left knee levers and a ninth pedal I’m going to have to adjust to but it shouldn’t take long. One thing I won’t have a problem dealing with is full bodied silky highs and an incredible amount of sustain. In rearranging my pedals A and C, I gave Jimmy a wrong knee lever combination for the new arrangement and had to leave the guitar there for him to correct it. When everything is in its proper place I’ll post the tuning and changes either here or Ernie’s site. Thanks for your interest. |
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Lynn Owsley Member From: Hendersonville, Tn. USA |
posted 14 June 2004 10:46 AM
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Jimmy,Buddy, Thank you for an afternoon of fun visiting with old friends,It reminded me of the days at ShoBud when we would often gather for trial and error and to celebrate when someone got a new guitar...the end plate design is great...and Buddy and Roy if you like my shirt you too can get one...at "Fathaiiwians Are Us" shops in Obese,Iowa I'm having a new shirt made and would like to invite you all to party,please bring your guitar that matches it. Congratulations on your new JCH guitar. |
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Al Marcus Member From: Cedar Springs,MI USA |
posted 14 June 2004 07:18 PM
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I will be waiting for a CD on that new JCH guitar by Buddy. That is a good idea 10-12, now Buddy can put his experimental C6 or E6 tuning on the 12 string bottom neck. He is still young at heart and showing us the way...al ------------------ |
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Buck Reid Member From: Nashville,TN |
posted 14 June 2004 08:09 PM
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Buddy,are you kidding me? I could have charged admission for the seat that i was in listening to stories of past recordings and some of your creative ideas! I loved it!! And as best as i can remember, i was the one asking the questions. I'll cherish the memory forever!! Thanks so much and congratulations on your new guitar! |
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Ron Elliott Member From: Madison, Tennessee, USA |
posted 15 June 2004 07:50 AM
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JC, Thank you so much for the invite, it's always a pleasure to be with such good friends and great players, as it has been over the many years. I enjoyed watching Buddy play the new JCH and listening to his comments about his "new baby". Jim, I think you've done good, and thanks again for including me in the unveiling. Ron |
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Smiley Roberts Member From: Hendersonville,Tn. 37075 |
posted 15 June 2004 11:22 AM
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What can I add that hasn't,already,been said? It was a wonderful day,w/ wonderful people, reminiscent of the good ol' Sho~Bud days,sitting back in Shot's "green room" on Broadway,swappin' tales. I sure do miss those days. ------------------ |
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Mike Cass Member From: Nashville,Tn. U.S.A. |
posted 15 June 2004 11:41 PM
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Agreeably, it was an excellent time, and certainely one of those events that will remain in my memory forever. But any opprotunity to hear the Big E is noteworthy, imho Boys,I hate that I missed the hanging of the last dog but I had a long drive to make that night. Speaking of which;when after fooling a little with Buddy's new horn that day(he's so gracious:-)some 24 hours later I set up my stuff for a gig with Ray Price in Tulsa, and the very first thing I noticed was that although the guitar Im playing is a sweet one,the mids couldnt compare to the JCH.... and I spent the rest of the weekend thinking about that,Jimmie Buck is correct;Buddy and JC have incorporated some new innovations which we all seem to feel do add to the overall tonal characteristics in a most pleasing way. I did a little setup work for Jimmie on that particular guitar,and the action is as good as Ive felt; my work notwithstanding. I didnt mean to ramble on here, but I feel this is important news for PSG players who are looking for "that" tone with an all-pull mechanism. I believe you can take her to the house James,'cause you got a lock on it...and thanks again for the invite [This message was edited by Mike Cass on 15 June 2004 at 11:54 PM.] |
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Johnny Cox Member From: The great state of Texas |
posted 16 June 2004 01:32 PM
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Looks like a dandy to me. One of the things I miss about Nashville are those get-togethers. You guys all look great, except Smiley HA HA. Congrats Jimmie and Buddy on what I'm possitive is a great instrument. Your old pal, Johnny |
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Mike Cass Member From: Nashville,Tn. U.S.A. |
posted 16 June 2004 05:42 PM
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a bump in the night.. |
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Tony Dingus Member From: Kingsport, Tennessee, USA |
posted 16 June 2004 08:26 PM
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Buddy, nice looking guitar and what pickups are on it? Thanks,Tony BTW my JCH is black also. |
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Dyke Corson Member From: Urbana, IL USA |
posted 16 June 2004 09:04 PM
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OK Mike, now you've really done it! What's Jimmy's phone number? |
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Phillip Morgan Member From: Orlando, Florida, USA |
posted 16 June 2004 09:12 PM
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This is way Jimmy and Buddy are mentors to all of us.Thanks guys and keep it up. Phillip |
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Jimmie Crawford Member From: Hendersonville |
posted 17 June 2004 12:20 PM
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Ok guys,i guess it's my turn. Sure had a wonderful time at our get together and want to thank each and everyone for coming by along with a few who couldn't be here. Thank you all for your kind words,and most of all thank you for supporting Buddy! Ron Elliot named the guitar and we dubbed her 22 Mag. Special thanks to Mark Giles for building the cabinet. Buddy told him the basic tones he wanted in each neck and Mark knowing what he knows about wood....nailed it!! After a few final tweaks and a couple of knee lever changes,the guitar is now in Buddys hands.......and what great hands they are. Should be hearing it soon and plans to play it at Scotty's convention this year. I also want to thank you Buddy, for having the faith in me to build this very special guitar! After a lot of hard work and the obstacles that got in the way,i couldn't help but believe this would be one great sounding guitar. Seems like the harder they go together,the better they sound. To Johnny and Joan Cox,thanks for your nice comments and hope all is well with you there in Dallas.........we missed having you here. Special thanks to Bob Knight for the pictures and once again,thanks to all those who showed up for our unveiling. THE END!!! |
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Ernie Renn Member From: Brainerd, Minnesota USA |
posted 18 June 2004 04:32 AM
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Jimmie; I think "The Beginning" would be a better choice of words in this case... Wish I could have been there with you all.------------------ |
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Joe Casey Member From: Weeki Wachee .Springs FL (population.9) |
posted 18 June 2004 06:43 AM
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I downloaded the picture. Talk about being able to get them all with one shot. Classic picture,all it needs is to get some signatures on it. ------------------ |
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Jimmie Crawford Member From: Hendersonville |
posted 18 June 2004 03:38 PM
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Hay guy's and gals'Ron Elliott informed me that he named Bubby's guitar Mag22. not 22Mag.Had to get that right. Thanks Jimmie |
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Tommy M Member From: Indiana |
posted 18 June 2004 03:41 PM
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More pictures available for viewing at www.ntsga.com Go to the Products page and then left click onto the JCH logo. This will take you to Jimmie's NTSGA webpage where the pictures are posted. ------------------ [This message was edited by Tommy M on 18 June 2004 at 03:45 PM.] |
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John Floyd Member From: Somewhere between Camden County , NC and Saluda S.C. |
posted 19 June 2004 03:54 PM
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quote: Print it out and send it to the FBI, That way they don't have to put individual pictures up at the Post Office. |
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Bob Kagy Member From: Lafayette, CO USA |
posted 22 June 2004 06:39 PM
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What was done on the string spacing issue? Did you go with same spacing on the 10 and 12, or is it closer on the 12? |
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Jimmie Crawford Member From: Hendersonville |
posted 23 June 2004 12:16 PM
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same spaceing as the on both e-9th and c-6th |
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Al Marcus Member From: Cedar Springs,MI USA |
posted 23 June 2004 02:48 PM
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I think Buddy mentioned he liked 3/8 string spacing. That is just a little bit wider than the usual standard of 11/32. I alos have the slightly wider spacing on my Pro 1 Sho-Bud and I like it.........al ------------------ |
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John McClung Member From: Los Angeles, CA, USA |
posted 23 June 2004 05:00 PM
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Is Buddy's initial copedent on the new axe posted anywhere? I know it's subject to change, but would be interested to know his starting point. |
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Bob Knight Member From: Bowling Green KY |
posted 23 June 2004 06:00 PM
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quote: John, Buddy quoted the above in an earlier post on this thread [This message was edited by Bob Knight on 23 June 2004 at 06:01 PM.] |
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Bob Kagy Member From: Lafayette, CO USA |
posted 24 June 2004 05:27 PM
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Jimmie, thanks for answering the string spacing question; having them the same makes so much sense to me. And I think it's awesome that you had the cabinet built for different tones on each neck; what a fantastic option. Sounds like a guitar that'll set new standards. |
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Ernie Renn Member From: Brainerd, Minnesota USA |
posted 24 June 2004 10:16 PM
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I added a few more pictures to the JCH Page. Kudos to Bob Knight for sending them! ------------------ |
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