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February 16, 2021 at 7:14 pm #5447
Hank
ParticipantJust ordered the subject book.
have been having very enjoyable emails back and forth with the author.
He indicates he owns a SCGC PJ……man has great taste.
He told me that R.H. makes an appearence in the book.
I an really looking forward to getting the book.
He is sold out of the “Collectors” edition but he says this version is beautiful.
I don’t think this is one I’ll move along through the Forum members….. It ain’t cheap.
1993 Martin HD-28 IR/Sitka
2001 SCGC F Cutaway Maple/German
2008 SCGC OT Madi/Italian
2015 SCGC OM “The Tree” Hog/ European
2016 SCGC 1934 D45 Braz/ Adi
2016 Taylor K62 CE Limited Edition 12 string all Koa
2019 SCGC FTC Granadillo/Redwood
Life is a journey…not a guided tour,
The Bay,The Gulf Stream , The Open Ocean are particular about who they share their secrets with.-
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February 16, 2021 at 9:34 pm #5449
thedevilisinit
ParticipantThanks Hank for choosing to order ‘The Devil Is In It’. I’m lucky enough to own a few SCGCs. Two early 90s stock models – a ’00’ and a 12 fret 000 slotted…. and then I was lucky enough to visit the shop (I live in London UK, so wasn’t just passing by). I ordered a PJ that Richard spec’d for me… Brazilian with a honeyed Cedar top….a very plain No.48 until you turn it over!
and then Richard was kind enough to agree to make a homage to Nick Lucas on a 12 fret H – Adirondack top with an exquisite small sunburst over Maple. Needless to say they play like a dream.
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February 16, 2021 at 9:36 pm #5451
indexless
KeymasterIt’s a little unusual but Welcome to the Forum Devil…..We’re a small but fun group, thanks for joining
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February 17, 2021 at 2:29 am #5452
indexless
KeymasterHi John,
Welcome to the forum. I did not realize that you were the author of this book, I hope you can understand my thinking that welcoming the devil was unusual. It’s a great forum name, but was not aware of your book. Again, please accept my apology, it just seemed funny to me in a weird sort of way. All the best. Richard -
February 18, 2021 at 4:54 am #5453
tadol
ModeratorWow ! Very stunning guitar – and I guess you’re pretty lucky to have a SC in braz rw outside the US! But I guess I missed something – what is your book about, and how does the maestro fit into it? Be good to know, since it sounds like I can’t count on Hank to get me a copy –
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Lots o’ SCGC guitars! But never ask which is my fav
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February 22, 2021 at 6:29 pm #5483
thedevilisinit
ParticipantProbably easiest if you went to my website orpharionpress.com as virtually all the info is there. I’m trying not to break any ‘self promotion’ rules on the Forum but as Hank raised the topic…. Richard appears in the book… both in the section that talks about the renaissance of the American guitar in the ’70s, and in the travelogue where I detail my two month journey through the American guitar landscape… where I spent a fair bit of time interviewing RH. In 2020 Hank had asked Richard H if he could recommend a book about contemporary luthiers and unbeknownst to me RH recommended ‘The Devil Is In It’… I didn’t even know that he had a copy.
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February 25, 2021 at 5:10 pm #5501
tadol
ModeratorSpent some time on your website and found your interview with North American Guitar quite interesting – I should put this on a list for my wife to consider when (if?) I deserve a special birthday or xmas gift –
Lots o’ SCGC guitars! But never ask which is my fav
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March 2, 2021 at 8:41 am #5509
thedevilisinit
ParticipantHi Tadol…. you might want to hint heavily, I’m despatching about 3 books a day, mostly to the USA (I am London, UK based). At this current rate they will probably all be gone by the end of March. And when they are gone they are gone…
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February 27, 2021 at 4:16 am #5502
MajesticShaver
ParticipantHey John Stubbins, welcome to the forum! My name is Derek and my wife just bought me your book for our anniversary. (#104 that went to California)
It is a wonderful read so far, love the info and the humor. The quality of the book? Well, let’s just say it deserves its place near my SCGC 00.
I highly recommend the book!
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March 2, 2021 at 8:38 am #5508
thedevilisinit
ParticipantHi Derek,
Greetings from London
Yes, I remember writing the dedication in your copy… it was very touching. You are lucky to be married to a generous and loving partner! I hope you continue to enjoy the read! Didn’t realise you had a OO – a perfect size guitar. My SC OO is a favourite…
John
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February 27, 2021 at 2:52 pm #5503
Hank
ParticipantI was not as smart as Derek’s wife…. I was not able to purchase a Collectors copy of John’s book.
But the Copy I received is just wonderful.
Derek is correct ….It is very well written and the extensive history revealed shows how much research John did into the instrument we all enjoy.
John’s comments about G.A.S and we collector/players is right on….he is one of us after all.
I’m a little over 100 pages into it and Maestro Hoover and Johns first interaction is on page 78 …. John’s obvious love for Santa Cruz Guitars is well described.
The physical book is of the quality of our SC instruments, really just a superb “feel” to it.
IT IS NOT a bed time read… This is a “Solid” Tome.
Thanks John……I’m going to keep the book in my American Music Furniture Display cabinet along with my guitars….. It deserves the same treatment as the Ramuda.
1993 Martin HD-28 IR/Sitka
2001 SCGC F Cutaway Maple/German
2008 SCGC OT Madi/Italian
2015 SCGC OM “The Tree” Hog/ European
2016 SCGC 1934 D45 Braz/ Adi
2016 Taylor K62 CE Limited Edition 12 string all Koa
2019 SCGC FTC Granadillo/Redwood
Life is a journey…not a guided tour,
The Bay,The Gulf Stream , The Open Ocean are particular about who they share their secrets with. -
February 27, 2021 at 3:16 pm #5504
Hank
Participanthttps://www.wbur.org/hereandnow/2017/05/17/vintage-guitar-collection-nashville
This seems to fit with this thread…. Maybe John mentions this collection in his book.
1993 Martin HD-28 IR/Sitka
2001 SCGC F Cutaway Maple/German
2008 SCGC OT Madi/Italian
2015 SCGC OM “The Tree” Hog/ European
2016 SCGC 1934 D45 Braz/ Adi
2016 Taylor K62 CE Limited Edition 12 string all Koa
2019 SCGC FTC Granadillo/Redwood
Life is a journey…not a guided tour,
The Bay,The Gulf Stream , The Open Ocean are particular about who they share their secrets with.-
March 2, 2021 at 8:34 am #5507
thedevilisinit
ParticipantWhat a collection and a generous bequest. I adore that they are trying to find a way to securely loan out the 400 of the 500 guitars that are not displayed.
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March 2, 2021 at 5:20 am #5505
Matt Hayden
ParticipantGoing to have to read it. What sale method provides the author with the largest payout?
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March 2, 2021 at 1:56 pm #5506
thedevilisinit
ParticipantHi Matt,
John Stubbings here… and thank you for your question, or rather the sentiment behind it. AS it happens my book is only available through the website orpharionpress.com which means I don’t have to remit 50% to Amazon!
When you go to the website you can put in a LONDON as a discount code for a 10% discount… and I’m happy for all SCGC players to use that.
Regards and Stay Safe,
John
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March 2, 2021 at 12:44 pm #5510
Hank
ParticipantThis has become a thread on “That Other Forum”
Do not delay ordering .
I Have NO $ interest …..just recommending a great book
1993 Martin HD-28 IR/Sitka
2001 SCGC F Cutaway Maple/German
2008 SCGC OT Madi/Italian
2015 SCGC OM “The Tree” Hog/ European
2016 SCGC 1934 D45 Braz/ Adi
2016 Taylor K62 CE Limited Edition 12 string all Koa
2019 SCGC FTC Granadillo/Redwood
Life is a journey…not a guided tour,
The Bay,The Gulf Stream , The Open Ocean are particular about who they share their secrets with. -
March 2, 2021 at 1:57 pm #5512
haasome
ParticipantMine is on the way. Looks interesting.
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