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Yes, 2006 in Birmingham. Sponsored by Rics R Us which changed its name, I think because of pressure from RIC Inc. Great fun!

I am reading Ianthe (Delores) McGuinn's book 'In the Wings' about her marriage to Roger. Interesting! What would be even more interesting would Roger's take on this book.

Sorry I got the name wrong-not Dan Rice. Still Colfax Guitars did a great job!

I sent my 370 12 string for a setup with Colfax Guitars in Denver. Dan Rice did a great job with very fair prices. I would recommend him for any RIC work you may have. You can see my 370 here at Ricksource under Reflections of a Curmudgeon.

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I did a provisional setup and everything seems good except I am getting a 'tinny' sound from the high e strings. Not sure what that means - any ideas?

I am in Casper, Wyoming, not a great place for luthiers. I am wondering about Colfax Guitars in Denver CO if anyone has had dealings with them. Their website looks good. My 370-12, by the way, is on Paul W's curmudgeon/Studio California sites.
Thanks!
Steven Gunderson

Since Paul did his work on my 370-12 here, I had Dave's Guitars in Wisconsin replace the 6 string bridge with a 12 string bridge. The difference is truly amazing. Much more jangle and stays in tune. Anyone know why 12 strings bridges are not standard? By the way, Dave's Guitars is a great business. ...

I am assuming that the pickups on the newer models were placed closer together and further away from the neck to allow greater strength between the neck and the body-yes?

I am trying to order a bracket tailpiece from RIC. I can't get the online ordering system to 'Check Out'. When I phone RIC, I do not get a person, just various buttons to push, but no operator or customer service. Anyone else have any trouble like this? Suggestions?

David,
I can help. How do you want to do this?
Steven Gunderson
Wyoming USA

I should have made clear that the photos were taken by Paul as well. Luthier and photographer nulli secondus!

I have been remiss in not getting these photos of Paul's work on my 370-12. I bought this stock from Dave's Guitars in 2011 and sent it to Paul for the toasters, binding, and sparkle inlays which Paul included in the overall price. He did a wonderful job!

For Byrd fans I have 3 magazines that I think were published in Britain. There used to be a wonderful rock bookstore on Denmark street in London where the Fender shop is now. I picked these up there around 2000. The large magazine, Back Pages: The Byrds, has 218 pages of clippings and interviews inc...

Thank you! Will check it out.