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I met my friend Judy (Johnson) Jones in our bookclub, and came to discover she was once a showgirl back in the Ratpack days at the Sands Hotel in Las Vegas. She has reunions with her former dancer pa ...

I've been fortunate to visit Nashville twice, to visit Bobbe's store in two locations, and to meet this very kind man on both occasions. Beyond his impressive musicianship he was a talented writer, a ...

My wife is the director of the Hillwood Museum in Washington, DC, which is the former estate of Marjorie Merriweather Post, who in her day, was one of the wealthiest women in America. She was the onl ...

This song just screams to be a theme song for something. A noir film. Somebody write a screenplay quick.

Here's another oddball item for sale that they picked up from Emmons:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Early-Prototype-Steel-Guitar-Synthesizer-Emmons-Vintage-Synth-/230835395992?pt=Keyboards_MIDI&has ...

Hello fellow Rehoboth-ite, different state though. Yeah, they had an electric guitar plugged into it when I stopped by, and it did not have a particularly appealing sound. Kind of harsh and buzzy, l ...

I stopped by Atomic Music in Beltsville, MD today to find this item for sale, which they have listed on ebay as well, link below. From what they told me, this may be 1 of 3. There's a video included ...

I just learned that a regular Atomic Music customer purchased this steel guitar, so B0b, you can take this down if that is the procedure. Thanks for the opportunity.

Although I have no interest in this guitar, I am informing SGF'ers that an early 60's sunburst Fender 1000 arrived at Atomic Music in Beltsville, MD recently. Any of you DC Metro players are aware th ...

Just a great, great guy, aside from being a tremendous player. He made a contribution, he left a trace. He will be missed. It is a sad day.

I realized while changing my strings that the bridge rests squarely on the plate that houses the pickups and controls. There are no supporting posts under the bridge as Gene described. Not that his ...

The Forum be thinkin'. Great suggestions guys. I thought the bridge/nut arrangement on a Stringmaster was definitely a weak link. I'm going to mess around with these. I'll report back. Thanks.

These are all good suggestions. Thanks. Keep 'em coming.

Would changing the tuning have helped? The solo is in G, I was using FACEGACE (low to high) which puts a lot of it up in the 17th, 19th and 24th position. Like Mike says, it evaporates. I probably ...

I just performed a gig with less than stellar results and was wondering how I could improve. I undoubtedly bit off more than I could chew, the vocalist did a more than credible rendition of Sweet Mem ...

I keep forgetting LA is the center of the universe. Wow! How I would love to see this.

It would be interesting to learn from His Most Tweedness if in fact this photo might document a Fender spon ...

A while ago this photo was for sale on ebay, and I didn't win it. It is such a sweet picture, and was wondering if anyone knew who these kids were and if they continued in their pursuits. And if the ...

I recommend Accordion Crimes by Annie Proulx. It is a clever 100 year account of a particular accordion falling in the hands of various people, the instrument being integral to their cultural roots. ...

I wanted to add kudos to you and the band's performance. Very nice fills that support the feel of the song. Reminded me of the tasteful stuff I'd expect to hear from Gary Brandin. Thanks for sharin ...

There seems to be a flurry of Stringmaster triple necks on ebay as of late, a really nice 60's vintage one sold on ebay today for $2,500 and change. Forumite Whit Wilson manages to score some real ge ...

Looks like someone got a good deal on this one.

[url=http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=150230508263&ssPageName=STRK:MEWA:IT&ih=005]Link to auction on eBay.
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I wanted to compliment you on your playing on the tune you posted. It had a trippy Jefferson Airplane vibe, Youngbloods thing going on. And the Hawaiian tag at the end. Very thoughtful parts you la ...

I agree totally, and when you understand how the system seems to work, it is a wonder movies of any substance are made at all. I'm sure the story of Hank Garland's career is worth telling, but if it ...

Here's a link to the Hank Garland movie website, which now includes a trailer of the film. Looks pretty lame and over-dramatized, but at least the guitars look great.

http://www.crazy-themovie.c ...

Man, that's a pile of good info. I will definitely check these suggestions out. Thanks guys!

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Topic: Herb Remington on Vinyl
Bunky Markert Replies: 2 Views: 1175	Forum Section: Steel Without Pedals Posted: 10 Jul 2014 12:27 pm Subject: Herb Remington on Vinyl
Bunky Markert Replies: 2 Views: 1175	I met my friend Judy (Johnson) Jones in our bookclub, and came to discover she was once a showgirl back in the Ratpack days at the Sands Hotel in Las Vegas. She has reunions with her former dancer pa ...
Topic: Bobbe Seymour RIP.
Bunky Markert Replies: 275 Views: 208011	Forum Section: Gone Home Posted: 21 Mar 2014 12:47 pm Subject: Bobbe Seymour RIP.
Bunky Markert Replies: 275 Views: 208011	I've been fortunate to visit Nashville twice, to visit Bobbe's store in two locations, and to meet this very kind man on both occasions. Beyond his impressive musicianship he was a talented writer, a ...
Topic: Marjorie Merriweather Post's Square Dance Band
Bunky Markert Replies: 1 Views: 1633	Forum Section: Music Posted: 1 Nov 2013 2:38 pm Subject: Marjorie Merriweather Post's Square Dance Band
Bunky Markert Replies: 1 Views: 1633	My wife is the director of the Hillwood Museum in Washington, DC, which is the former estate of Marjorie Merriweather Post, who in her day, was one of the wealthiest women in America. She was the onl ...
Topic: The Vanduras - In the Dark
Bunky Markert Replies: 6 Views: 2538	Forum Section: Steel Without Pedals Posted: 20 May 2013 8:42 pm Subject: The Vanduras - In the Dark
Bunky Markert Replies: 6 Views: 2538	This song just screams to be a theme song for something. A noir film. Somebody write a screenplay quick.
Topic: Emmons String Machine
Bunky Markert Replies: 11 Views: 3544	Forum Section: Electronics Posted: 12 Aug 2012 10:32 am Subject: Emmons String Machine
Bunky Markert Replies: 11 Views: 3544	Here's another oddball item for sale that they picked up from Emmons: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Early-Prototype-Steel-Guitar-Synthesizer-Emmons-Vintage-Synth-/230835395992?pt=Keyboards_MIDI&has ...
Topic: Emmons String Machine
Bunky Markert Replies: 11 Views: 3544	Forum Section: Electronics Posted: 6 Aug 2012 6:35 pm Subject: Emmons String Machine
Bunky Markert Replies: 11 Views: 3544	Hello fellow Rehoboth-ite, different state though. Yeah, they had an electric guitar plugged into it when I stopped by, and it did not have a particularly appealing sound. Kind of harsh and buzzy, l ...
Topic: Emmons String Machine
Bunky Markert Replies: 11 Views: 3544	Forum Section: Electronics Posted: 6 Aug 2012 6:07 pm Subject: Emmons String Machine
Bunky Markert Replies: 11 Views: 3544	I stopped by Atomic Music in Beltsville, MD today to find this item for sale, which they have listed on ebay as well, link below. From what they told me, this may be 1 of 3. There's a video included ...
Topic: Heads Up On A Fender 1000
Bunky Markert Replies: 1 Views: 1823	Forum Section: For Sale: Steel Guitars Posted: 16 Jun 2011 10:31 am Subject: Heads Up On A Fender 1000
Bunky Markert Replies: 1 Views: 1823	I just learned that a regular Atomic Music customer purchased this steel guitar, so B0b, you can take this down if that is the procedure. Thanks for the opportunity.
Topic: Heads Up On A Fender 1000
Bunky Markert Replies: 1 Views: 1823	Forum Section: For Sale: Steel Guitars Posted: 15 Jun 2011 5:11 pm Subject: Heads Up On A Fender 1000
Bunky Markert Replies: 1 Views: 1823	Although I have no interest in this guitar, I am informing SGF'ers that an early 60's sunburst Fender 1000 arrived at Atomic Music in Beltsville, MD recently. Any of you DC Metro players are aware th ...
Topic: RIP Dave Giegerich
Bunky Markert Replies: 15 Views: 8482	Forum Section: Gone Home Posted: 30 Dec 2010 7:43 am Subject: RIP Dave Giegerich
Bunky Markert Replies: 15 Views: 8482	Just a great, great guy, aside from being a tremendous player. He made a contribution, he left a trace. He will be missed. It is a sad day.
Topic: Sustain?
Bunky Markert Replies: 25 Views: 13654	Forum Section: Steel Without Pedals Posted: 15 Aug 2010 1:02 pm Subject: Sustain?
Bunky Markert Replies: 25 Views: 13654	I realized while changing my strings that the bridge rests squarely on the plate that houses the pickups and controls. There are no supporting posts under the bridge as Gene described. Not that his ...
Topic: Sustain?
Bunky Markert Replies: 25 Views: 13654	Forum Section: Steel Without Pedals Posted: 8 Aug 2010 3:31 pm Subject: Sustain?
Bunky Markert Replies: 25 Views: 13654	The Forum be thinkin'. Great suggestions guys. I thought the bridge/nut arrangement on a Stringmaster was definitely a weak link. I'm going to mess around with these. I'll report back. Thanks.
Topic: Sustain?
Bunky Markert Replies: 25 Views: 13654	Forum Section: Steel Without Pedals Posted: 3 Aug 2010 9:58 am Subject: Sustain?
Bunky Markert Replies: 25 Views: 13654	These are all good suggestions. Thanks. Keep 'em coming.
Topic: Sustain?
Bunky Markert Replies: 25 Views: 13654	Forum Section: Steel Without Pedals Posted: 3 Aug 2010 9:18 am Subject: Sustain?
Bunky Markert Replies: 25 Views: 13654	Would changing the tuning have helped? The solo is in G, I was using FACEGACE (low to high) which puts a lot of it up in the 17th, 19th and 24th position. Like Mike says, it evaporates. I probably ...
Topic: Sustain?
Bunky Markert Replies: 25 Views: 13654	Forum Section: Steel Without Pedals Posted: 3 Aug 2010 8:50 am Subject: Sustain?
Bunky Markert Replies: 25 Views: 13654	I just performed a gig with less than stellar results and was wondering how I could improve. I undoubtedly bit off more than I could chew, the vocalist did a more than credible rendition of Sweet Mem ...
Topic: Anyone Know This Ebay Photo?
Bunky Markert Replies: 5 Views: 2361	Forum Section: Steel Without Pedals Posted: 21 Oct 2008 9:42 am Subject: Anyone Know This Ebay Photo?
Bunky Markert Replies: 5 Views: 2361	I keep forgetting LA is the center of the universe. Wow! How I would love to see this. It would be interesting to learn from His Most Tweedness if in fact this photo might document a Fender spon ...
Topic: Anyone Know This Ebay Photo?
Bunky Markert Replies: 5 Views: 2361	Forum Section: Steel Without Pedals Posted: 20 Oct 2008 8:22 am Subject: Anyone Know This Ebay Photo?
Bunky Markert Replies: 5 Views: 2361	A while ago this photo was for sale on ebay, and I didn't win it. It is such a sweet picture, and was wondering if anyone knew who these kids were and if they continued in their pursuits. And if the ...
Topic: What are Steelers reading these days
Bunky Markert Replies: 59 Views: 12851	Forum Section: Music Posted: 4 Jun 2008 7:30 pm Subject: What are Steelers reading these days
Bunky Markert Replies: 59 Views: 12851	I recommend Accordion Crimes by Annie Proulx. It is a clever 100 year account of a particular accordion falling in the hands of various people, the instrument being integral to their cultural roots. ...
Topic: My band on YouTube
Bunky Markert Replies: 28 Views: 7343	Forum Section: Steel Without Pedals Posted: 4 May 2008 7:46 pm Subject: My band on YouTube
Bunky Markert Replies: 28 Views: 7343	I wanted to add kudos to you and the band's performance. Very nice fills that support the feel of the song. Reminded me of the tasteful stuff I'd expect to hear from Gary Brandin. Thanks for sharin ...
Topic: In comparison, vintage steels are still a bargin
Bunky Markert Replies: 2 Views: 1487	Forum Section: Steel Without Pedals Posted: 4 May 2008 7:18 pm Subject: In comparison, vintage steels are still a bargin
Bunky Markert Replies: 2 Views: 1487	There seems to be a flurry of Stringmaster triple necks on ebay as of late, a really nice 60's vintage one sold on ebay today for $2,500 and change. Forumite Whit Wilson manages to score some real ge ...
Topic: Many Stringmasters For Sale to Feed GAS Syndrome Sufferers
Bunky Markert Replies: 18 Views: 7515	Forum Section: Steel Without Pedals Posted: 3 Apr 2008 5:38 pm Subject: Many Stringmasters For Sale to Feed GAS Syndrome Sufferers
Bunky Markert Replies: 18 Views: 7515	Looks like someone got a good deal on this one. [url=http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=150230508263&ssPageName=STRK:MEWA:IT&ih=005]Link to auction on eBay. ...
Topic: Bobby Lee, bOb
Bunky Markert Replies: 6 Views: 2177	Forum Section: Steel Without Pedals Posted: 25 Sep 2007 9:05 pm Subject: Bobby Lee, bOb
Bunky Markert Replies: 6 Views: 2177	I wanted to compliment you on your playing on the tune you posted. It had a trippy Jefferson Airplane vibe, Youngbloods thing going on. And the Hawaiian tag at the end. Very thoughtful parts you la ...
Topic: Hank Garland Movie Update
Bunky Markert Replies: 3 Views: 970	Forum Section: Music Posted: 21 May 2007 6:34 pm Subject: Hank Garland Movie Update
Bunky Markert Replies: 3 Views: 970	I agree totally, and when you understand how the system seems to work, it is a wonder movies of any substance are made at all. I'm sure the story of Hank Garland's career is worth telling, but if it ...
Topic: Hank Garland Movie Update
Bunky Markert Replies: 3 Views: 970	Forum Section: Music Posted: 20 May 2007 4:37 pm Subject: Hank Garland Movie Update
Bunky Markert Replies: 3 Views: 970	Here's a link to the Hank Garland movie website, which now includes a trailer of the film. Looks pretty lame and over-dramatized, but at least the guitars look great. http://www.crazy-themovie.c ...
Topic: Synth Software
Bunky Markert Replies: 7 Views: 5328	Forum Section: Recording Posted: 4 Feb 2007 2:25 pm Subject: Synth Software
Bunky Markert Replies: 7 Views: 5328	Man, that's a pile of good info. I will definitely check these suggestions out. Thanks guys!