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Topic: SHOJI: New Steel Guitar Brand from Japan |
fraser
From:
seattle wa
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Posted 8 Oct 2024 1:14 pm |
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Hi Toshiyuki,
This is great news. I own a 1995 Excel and a 2019 Excel so I am pleased to hear I can get parts when needed. I wish you lots of success.
Fraser |
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Doug Earnest
From:
Branson, MO USA
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Posted 8 Oct 2024 2:19 pm
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| I would like to wish you the very best of luck on your new adventure. I believe you will continue with the fine craftsmanship of the Excel line and will continue to explore new ideas. |
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W. C. Edgar
From:
Iowa City Iowa, Madison CT, Nashville, Austin, Phoenix
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Posted 8 Oct 2024 4:38 pm
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The disease Joe has is very interesting
It makes everyone 'sick' except the one who has it.
I would love to sit down and play one of these guitars!
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First owner of Steelseat.com
1980 Sho-Bud Pro II & 1977 Sho-Bud Pro l
Lawrence 610 Pickups
1979 Peavey LTD
1980 Peavey Nashville 400
Goodrich L-120
Toured with Tim McGraw, Alan Jackson, Ty England & more |
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John Larson
From:
Pennsyltucky, USA
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Posted 14 Oct 2024 8:04 am
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Steely Dan - Pearl of the Quarter [Pedal Steel Guitar Cover]
Wait that's you Shoji-san? I love this cover.
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Rejoice in the Lord, O ye righteous; praise is meet for the upright. Give praise to the Lord with the harp, chant unto Him with the ten-stringed psaltery. Sing unto Him a new song, chant well unto Him with jubilation. For the word of the Lord is true, and all His works are in faithfulness. The Lord loveth mercy and judgement; the earth is full of the mercy of the Lord.
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Toshiyuki Shoji
From:
Japan
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Posted 14 Oct 2024 4:31 pm
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Yes.
Jeff Baxter is my favorite steel guitar player.
Glad you love my cover. |
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Toshiyuki Shoji
From:
Japan
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Posted 4 Nov 2024 4:37 am
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Finally, the minimum production facilities are in place.
I am starting to place orders for parts and materials from suppliers with whom I have already negotiated prices.
Please give me a few moments to finalize the price.
I have an announcement regarding steel cases.
The travel case supplier that Excel used to deliver to us had gone out of business, and I was looking for a high-quality case to replace it.
I was able to make a deal with a manufacturer of a 4-wheel suitcase that is just the right size to hold a keyless, so I made a prototype using that.
The case is rather sturdy, thanks to the telescopic handle that acts as a backbone.
I intend to adopt this case and customers can also order a conventional hard case.
Thank you.
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J D Sauser
From:
Wellington, Florida
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Posted 4 Nov 2024 5:35 am
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GOOD!
I have flown an S12 as checked lugage internationally several times in one of the previous “flex” cases. Not only are the super light, which keeps the whole thing under the luggage weight limit, but I feel the handle abuse very well. Mine has a padded “pull over bag” which provides for added padding and prevents accidental opening.
… JD.
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Was it JFK who said: Ask Not What TAB Can Do For You - Rather Ask Yourself "What Would B.B. King Do?"
A Little Mental Health Warning:
Tablature KILLS SKILLS.
The uses of Tablature is addictive and has been linked to reduced musical fertility.
Those who produce Tablature did never use it.
I say it humorously, but I mean it. |
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Tim Toberer
From:
Nebraska, USA
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Posted 4 Nov 2024 6:40 am
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All I can think about when I see these guitars is how nice it would be to own one! Stunning work!  Attention to detail at all levels. I can't wait to see how this all progresses, and how cool is it that we have a front row seat.  |
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Levi Gemmell
From:
New Zealand
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Posted 4 Nov 2024 12:29 pm
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The flight case is another positive development, great to see, Toshiyuki!
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Commodore S-8
John Allison S-8
JB Frypan S-8
Sho~Bud LDG SD-10
1966 Fender Super Reverb |
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Toshiyuki Shoji
From:
Japan
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Posted 20 Nov 2024 6:58 am
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I regret to inform you that I have fallen ill and will be hospitalized for treatment.
The illness is called Guillain-Barré Syndrome, which makes it difficult for me to move my arms and legs. As a result, this message is being written by a substitute on my behalf.
I deeply apologize for the further delay in starting production.
However, I assure you that production will promptly resume once I recover.
Thank you for your patience and understanding during this difficult time. |
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Alan Seals
From:
Alabama, USA
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Posted 20 Nov 2024 7:11 am I hope you are better soon
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| Toshiyuki Shoji wrote: |
I regret to inform you that I have fallen ill and will be hospitalized for treatment.
The illness is called Guillain-Barré Syndrome, which makes it difficult for me to move my arms and legs. As a result, this message is being written by a substitute on my behalf.
I deeply apologize for the further delay in starting production.
However, I assure you that production will promptly resume once I recover.
Thank you for your patience and understanding during this difficult time. |
I have been playing Excel Superb I got this summer. Spectacular instrument. I am sure your new designs will be a success. |
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Stew Crookes
From:
Paris, France
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Posted 20 Nov 2024 7:15 am
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| Toshiyuki Shoji wrote: |
I regret to inform you that I have fallen ill and will be hospitalized for treatment.
The illness is called Guillain-Barré Syndrome, which makes it difficult for me to move my arms and legs. As a result, this message is being written by a substitute on my behalf.
I deeply apologize for the further delay in starting production.
However, I assure you that production will promptly resume once I recover.
Thank you for your patience and understanding during this difficult time. |
Wishing you a full, and speedy recovery Toshi!
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Music mixer, producer and pedal steel guitarist
stewcrookes.com |
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fraser
From:
seattle wa
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Posted 20 Nov 2024 9:40 am
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Wishing you a quick recovery!
Fraser |
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Jon Light
From:
Saugerties, NY
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Posted 20 Nov 2024 10:19 am
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| Toshiyuki Shoji wrote: |
I regret to inform you that I have fallen ill and will be hospitalized for treatment.
The illness is called Guillain-Barré Syndrome, which makes it difficult for me to move my arms and legs. As a result, this message is being written by a substitute on my behalf.
I deeply apologize for the further delay in starting production.
However, I assure you that production will promptly resume once I recover.
Thank you for your patience and understanding during this difficult time. |
What terrible news Toshi. I hope for a full and quick recovery! |
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J D Sauser
From:
Wellington, Florida
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Posted 20 Nov 2024 6:31 pm
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| Toshiyuki Shoji wrote: |
I regret to inform you that I have fallen ill and will be hospitalized for treatment.
The illness is called Guillain-Barré Syndrome, which makes it difficult for me to move my arms and legs. As a result, this message is being written by a substitute on my behalf.
I deeply apologize for the further delay in starting production.
However, I assure you that production will promptly resume once I recover.
Thank you for your patience and understanding during this difficult time. |
Wishing you a speedy and full recovery.
I understand Japan has some of the best health care.
... J-D.
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Was it JFK who said: Ask Not What TAB Can Do For You - Rather Ask Yourself "What Would B.B. King Do?"
A Little Mental Health Warning:
Tablature KILLS SKILLS.
The uses of Tablature is addictive and has been linked to reduced musical fertility.
Those who produce Tablature did never use it.
I say it humorously, but I mean it. |
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Ross Shafer
From:
Petaluma, California
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Posted 21 Nov 2024 8:57 am
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| This is some sad news Shoji. It seems most people who contract this have a full recovery. I certainly hope that's the case for you. Sending the good mojo your way for a full and quick recovery! |
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Jerome Reinan
From:
Colorado, USA
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Posted 26 Nov 2024 7:28 pm
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| Toshiyuki Shoji wrote: |
I regret to inform you that I have fallen ill and will be hospitalized for treatment.
The illness is called Guillain-Barré Syndrome, which makes it difficult for me to move my arms and legs. As a result, this message is being written by a substitute on my behalf.
I deeply apologize for the further delay in starting production.
However, I assure you that production will promptly resume once I recover.
Thank you for your patience and understanding during this difficult time. |
Toshi, so sorry to hear about your illness. I wish you a speedy and full recovery. |
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Sonny Jenkins
From:
Texas Masonic Retirement Center,,,Arlington Tx
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Posted 27 Nov 2024 3:54 am
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I just received an update on Toshi from Mrs. Shoji. She said that he seems to be a little better today,,,yesterday could not sit up, today he sat in his wheelchair a little while. This is such a tragedy to happen to such a good family,,,at such a bad time!!!
I'll tell my forum friends,,,this is the most respectful, honorable man, family,,that I've ever had the pleasure of knowing!!! Let's continue to keep them in our prayers. I know that when Toshi gets started building guitar, he will be a real innovator,,an asset to the PSG community. |
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