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I got the nut off and noticed that I could wiggle the pegbox (not very much, but freely). So the glue was a non-issue. I did drill out the dowels and was able to pull it apart without much effort at all. IMG_20190710_191114.jpg IMG_20190710_191057.jpg IMG_20190710_191041.jpg IMG_20190710_191033.jpg ...

Hi all, I recently acquired a viola da gamba that had a broken neck with kind of an ugly repair. I believe it to be mechanically strong, but it bugs me and I'm looking for suggestions. I did not spend much for this instrument so not a big deal if I totally wreck it. Pictures below. I'm pretty sure i...

I'm by no means an expert, but here is my build: http://www.mimf.com/phpbb/viewtopic.php ... 100#p16813

Anyone familiar with this book "Treatise on the True Art of Making Musical Instruments: A Practical Guide to the Hidden Craft of Enhancing Sound"? Think it's worth the $189 price?

Amazon link: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1791889611

In Burnsville, North Carolina, on May 24-26 is the 1st Annual Mountain Acoustics Luthier Invitational. The inaugural Invitational showcases the art of hand building fine, stringed instruments and celebrates the skill and art of lutherie. This event gathers some of the most talented luthiers in the s...

Minwax makes a white pickling stain, we found it at Lowe's and Home Depot. We just finished using on our oak kitchen cabinets and it does let the grain show through. I would certainly try it on a scrap first.

I have no idea- you'd have to call the number in the posting.

(Posted for McKinley) Perry McKinley of Hayesville, OH has been making musical instruments for 60 years. In that time he has accumulated a trove of musical instrument building tools and supplies. These will be offered for auction November 3rd. Please call 419-938-7211 for more information. BINDING S...

DeMont Guitars has a few small companies run outside of Chicago in Oswego, IL. DeMont Guitars, Guyatone and Ukulele Threads. We have two buildings/units, including a small store/showroom, offices a dedicated workshop with full mill, wood cnc mill, small laser and small engraver. We both manufacture ...

Hi all,
Thanks for all the kind words.

Sorry this drawing is late but I was out of town and had poor internet service.

Here are the entries: Here is the drawing: Congrats to Rodger Knox and Steve Sawyer, please confirm your e-mail addresses via PM, thanks.

Our library has a good amount of info on kalimbas: http://www.mimf.com/ksearch/ksearch.cgi ... y=50&all=1

Hi all, We'll give away two $50 gift certificates to celebrate our birthday. As usual, this is open to all legitimately registered members. To enter, just respond to this post. Two entries will be picked at random and each will get a gift certificate. You must post here before 9 PM US CDT on July 21...

Hi all,
The forum is 21 years old today!

We're still going strong thanks to all the participation of our members, as well as your donations. Also thanks to LMII'S sponsorship.

In a separate post, we'll have a giveaway for a couple LMII gift certificates, be sure to check it out!

Charlie

Hi Caley,
A picture would be helpful. I'm not sure if you tried to post one or not, but here's a link to how to post a photo: http://www.mimf.com/phpbb/viewtopic.php?f=19&t=1656

Yep, finished Friday. Had to get up early and travel this week, so doesn't feel particularly different yet.

I see a few folks (e.g. Steve Sawyer, http://www.mimf.com/phpbb/viewtopic.php?f=4&t=5467#p53387) posting drawings that they've done using the free version of Trimble's SketchUp (a 3d modeling program). You can run it off the web (I have not tried this and have heard it still has "issues&quo...

Sweet! 14 days and 5 hours for me.

Looks like all your earlier photos have disappeared from this thread as well.

Some instructions on posting photos on the MIMF are here: http://www.mimf.com/phpbb/viewtopic.php?f=19&t=1656

Here's some help on how to post photos: http://www.mimf.com/phpbb/viewtopic.php?f=19&t=1656

Sorry for the delay. Here are the entries in the order they were posted: 1 Bill Raymond 2 Bryan Bear 3 Brian Evans 4 Doug Shaker 5 Randolph Rhett 6 John Shelton 7 Matthew Lau 8 Pete Halliday 9 Bob Gramann 10 Randy Roberts 11 Logan Sarchfield 12 Bob Francis 13 Kerry Werry 14 Patrick DeGreve 15 Dave O...