Latest build ladder braced parlour

[Keith Ambridge]

Just thought I'd share my latest with you all!
Based on a 1940's Greek luthier Gregory Apartian.
I love Rembetika music and this is the machine to do it with!!

Untitled by keith ambridge, on Flickr

Untitled by keith ambridge, on Flickr

Untitled by keith ambridge, on Flickr

Thanks to Michael for the perfectly suited machine heads
Untitled by keith ambridge, on Flickr

I'll happily share build pictures if acceptable or wanted!

[Michael Messer]

Wow! ....beautiful work, Keith.

I used to listen to a lot of Rembetika back in the 80s, it's great music and that's the perfect guitar for playing it.

Shine On
Michael

[deadlyernest]

Lovely looking guitar, how long did the build take?

I like the bone and abalone bridge pins with it, they show that even the smallest details can make a big difference.

Any chance of hearing it?

 

[Keith Ambridge]

I started building some tools/jigs/moulds early in the summer but the actual build started mid August and I've just finished it (not working full time on it as work got in the way)!!

soundcloud.com/keithambridge/apartian-clip

[Stevie]

One word: "Stunning".

e&oe...

[pete1951]

If it sounds half as good as it looks you're on to a winner.
PT

[Keith Ambridge]

Oct 8, 2017 10:43:41 GMT pete1951 said:

If it sounds half as good as it looks you're on to a winner.
PT

There is a Soundcloud clip Pete, I hope it works!

soundcloud.com/keithambridge/apartian-clip

[deadlyernest]

Just listened to the sound clip. Lovely balance and tone. You've created a real beauty.