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St. Louis Style shelter-in-place ribs this weekend. Fed my family and the in-laws too. If you're looking for a simple, inexpensive, and effective smoker, check out the Pit Barrel Cooker. Just search for it. I can't recommend it enough. I like eating the BBQ more than fussing with a smoker...

I think the Nebula finish looks *amazing*. I really want a SH or HB guitar, and I've been trying to figure out what to pull the trigger on. A SS wasn't even on the radar...until I looked at this new finish. It's really something. Need to see it in person. Too bad I can't make it NAMM to...

That's a really cool way to spend your time. I've thought about doing the same if/when I get to retire.

Hi Jim, I'm also someone who started playing guitar after accumulating a little bit of gray hair. A few comments for you... 1. Recognize that everyone learns differently. What works for someone else may not work for you, and that's okay. Doesn't mean there's anything wrong with the...

That finish is hard to beat! One of the best looking guitars you'll find. Normally I like glossy finishes on guitar body, but on that instrument the satin is incredible.

Hi all, I'm trying to figure out what to expect for Exp2020. It looks like Saturday is the best day to attend, and I plan to get there first thing when they open. A few questions for you Exp veterans.... 1. I'll be coming in from Delaware on 301. Is traffic likely to be bad coming/going that...

Power tools? Looks like he used a butter knife.

Veinbuster, thanks for the quick response! Sounds like it's well worth the drive over to check it out. I suppose the biggest risk is walking away with one of those beautiful guitars, which might make it an expensive side trip...truly one of life's big problems.

I have some questions for "Experience" veterans out there...as luck would have it, I'm going to be very nearby that week and would be able to visit the event for 2-3 hours one of the days. So my questions are... 1. How much are tickets? Are there different ticket levels for the exhibitions...

I'll preface this by admitting that I'm no luthier, and what follows might be completely wrong, but....I thought the reason for 22 or fewer frets was that the neck pickup "wants" to be placed precisely where the 24th fret would sit, which is the resonant point for the 3rd harmonic when the open...

Cool story. I hope the benefit show was well attended and that your drummer friend is doing well and recovers.

One of those fingerboards has flame figure on it. Is it ebonized maple or figured ebony? It's a cool look.

Black...to my eyes, the white is contrasty and draws your eyes away from the figured wood top. Black disappears into the top and lets the wood be the star.

Wow, as good as the Trampas Green looks, the Blue Mateo just about made the cc jump right out of the wallet.

I'm curious how often you re-string and give your guitar a good tune-up? Back in December I replaced the pickup rings on mine and took the opportunity to oil the fretboard, polish the body, clean the frets, and re-setup. I haven't re-strung since. For no reason in particular I'm thinking it...