Please don't change a thing about how you put together and narrate your videos. They are easy going, thoroughly educational, entertaining, and humble (despite your incredible expertise). I really appreciated your brief discussion on "reversibility" for this particular guitar conversion. It's a topic that I deal with a lot as a heritage conservation architect. Your guitar work has more in common with maintaining, rehabilitating and preserving architecture than one would immediately think. Lovely guitar, and sensitive work. Thanks for another fine video from a YYC fan.
A guy in his little workshop with no fancy lighting or video production, just demonstrating his great skills. One of the best channels I know of for anyone who appreciates fine craftsmanship, all presented with an unassuming clear narrative and subtle humor (if you're not quick you'll miss it! ..lol..). Thanks Ted!
10:50 Troma Films!!!! This is why I love those little extra pieces of witty iconage you ad to your monologuing, priceless. a friend of mine Brian did special effects for Troma back in the 80s when they were at peak B-ness. He worked for me for a short stint and his work was below standard in my woodshop but I loved having him around with all the absolutely insane stories he would tell me about the Troma operation. he was a good man, who got by on his personality...perhaps that is why the Troma Films special effects were so wonderfully god awful. THANX for being so well-rounded, those little things don't go unrecognized.
For these left hand conversions, part of me thinks it would be funny if you just played before the conversion and play the mirrored video as an after. Insert some reversed text graphics for those who aren't quick enough to get the humor or want to accuse you of deception.
I had a Vega (looked like an E201 with a pickup) I bought in the early 60s in a Boston music store. I was not even a fair Guitar player yet. It was a Archtop full body, Jazz guitar with the pickup extended/suspended at the end of the neck. It had a 3/16 rod that was sticking out the side of the pickup and inserted into "the end of the neck" and the pickup was glued in place. It also had large frets. I payed $120.00 at that time. It looked like new also. Sound was great. I had a few problems about 20 years later. first was the neck came loose. I had if professionally repaired then. About 20 years after that the top collapsed with a split brace. Loving the guitar and not financially ready to pay for repairs I decided to tackle it myself. I just happened to have a piece of Citca Spruce, left from building the full sized airplane in my thumbnail pick. I not only repaired the Vega, because, I removed the top I completely stripped it and re finished to the original Sun Burst. Myself and everybody that new this was amazed. I was proud. That was so much fun to do. I realize that murdered the value but I did OK selling it. My Uncle and Cousin had Vega's also. I remember the factory in Boston in the 60s.
@@garywhitt98 I didn't know that as I use AdBlock Plus, so I don't see any ads on youtube anyway. It's good to know, definitely worth an upvote and I hope your comment gets seen by others.
I acquired a 1902 Fairbanks Senator banjo about 12 years ago. I would never sell it. I got it from Roger Sprung, renowned Banjo player and great Human being!!🎵🎶🎵
I bet it just tickles you to death that so many people are interested in watching you work your craft so well, Ted. I know I would be 😁👍Thanks again, brother!
Just when you think you can't possible like and respect someone more he comes out with a Troma reference. Seriously, love your videos. Watching you work is like viewing a finely crafted Screamplay. I have loved woodwork and instrument building since way back in high school at Nukeem High. Trying to find someone willing to teach was difficult back then. At times it was like Dialing For Dingbats. You share your art and knowledge but keep us grounded on Terror Firmer with your advice to know our limits. (I so wish I could find a Killer Condom reference or Poultrygeist 😆)
Do you know how rare it is to find someone who gets Troma? Lol. That 4 people up voted makes me feel like we need to figure out a virtual way to discuss the amazing movie that is Sgt. Kabukiman N.Y.P.D. 😆
Hi their, I have been watching for some time and this is the first comment, I do look forward to your videos a lot, I don't play but I like watching the repairs, to me that is the best sounding Guitar you have had for sometime in my very humble opinion. Regards Richard 🇬🇧
That’s some fine playing Ted. Thanks! When you get the notion, still waiting for the Hamilton native to represent: “Westward from the Davis Straits was there was said to lie...”.
"a seat in the discussion pond" - I had to rewind to make sure I'd heard that right. Strange images kept creeping into my head for the rest of the video.
I hope I'm that good looking at 110 years! No chance of that, as I never was very good looking... Soothing, instructive, and inspirational video, as usual. Thanks for sharing your skill and knowledge!
It's been said a hundred times by now I'm sure but that guitar is in great shape. And the new saddle slot looks flawless. If I was a lefty and I got my right handed guitar back in that condition I'd be very pleased. Another great entertaining and informative video!
Quite an amazing guitar. Some great learning procedures here, so well done. Thank you , it would be a joy to play a guitar you have worked on. You are very talented , a doctor of stringed instruments. Cheers , Alberta Dave
Another masterful job Ted. I think a bridge re-slot is one of the more terrifying repairs with all kinds of unfixable damage possible. Maybe not quite in the league of a neck re-set but still in the same ballpark of terror IMO. You make it look easy. (folks...it ain't easy at all)
I only come here to hear your soft and soothing voice that makes life's problems go away, the guitar tech' stuff has always been secondary. You're my 3rd. favorite Canadian.
Which makes me wonder, who are your 1st and 2nd favorite Canadians? Even if we limit the list to guitar-playing musicians I don't think I could keep it down to just two; Bruce Coburn, Joni Mitchell, Neil Young, Randy Bachman and Lenny Breaux immediately spring to mind.....
I have a 'cylinder back' Vega mandolin. It was an alternative to carving the back as in the Gibson F style and has a wonderful rolling sound. It's like when you play, the sound tumbles around the cylinder before exiting the sound hole.
Please don't change a thing about how you put together and narrate your videos. They are easy going, thoroughly educational, entertaining, and humble (despite your incredible expertise). I really appreciated your brief discussion on "reversibility" for this particular guitar conversion. It's a topic that I deal with a lot as a heritage conservation architect. Your guitar work has more in common with maintaining, rehabilitating and preserving architecture than one would immediately think. Lovely guitar, and sensitive work. Thanks for another fine video from a YYC fan.
agreed, the nobllshit is epic
Thank you for typing all that out for me.. I'm not much of a typer or speller but have been thinking of a comment like this.
A guy in his little workshop with no fancy lighting or video production, just demonstrating his great skills. One of the best channels I know of for anyone who appreciates fine craftsmanship, all presented with an unassuming clear narrative and subtle humor (if you're not quick you'll miss it! ..lol..). Thanks Ted!
Humor as dry as Canadian air in the winter ! I dig it.
"If someone is going to do it, it might as well be me." Agreed.
Came to the comments to post that this could be added to the list of Ted T-shirt suggestions :)
Also I'd like to know 'is ab/c always 42 thou?' :)
Indeed. My repairer of choice. By a mile or three.
You know you're on a great channel when you click 'Like' before even watching. It's what I do here now.
Yawn....
@@mattrogers1946 You tired, sweetie?
@@planespeaking No, he's just an AH.
@@planespeaking Yeah tired of the cliche "I click" comments. Not terribly thoughtful, original or relevant.
@@zapa1pnt The internet tough guy thing is tired too...
If it weren’t for the title, I’d have been surprised that that guitar is from 1919. Doesn’t look a day over 30 years old
That finish looks damned near New.
i hadnt read the title, just saw he posted and clicked, so was in fact surprised lol
@@zapa1pnt Was most likely refinished at some point.
@@pallecla
That's quite the assumption.
@@zapa1pnt Yeah, both the most likely reason that it looks good after 102 years.
Damn over 100 years old in that kind of condition is crazy
10:50 Troma Films!!!! This is why I love those little extra pieces of witty iconage you ad to your monologuing, priceless. a friend of mine Brian did special effects for Troma back in the 80s when they were at peak B-ness. He worked for me for a short stint and his work was below standard in my woodshop but I loved having him around with all the absolutely insane stories he would tell me about the Troma operation. he was a good man, who got by on his personality...perhaps that is why the Troma Films special effects were so wonderfully god awful. THANX for being so well-rounded, those little things don't go unrecognized.
Best 16 minutes and 19 seconds of my day.
For these left hand conversions, part of me thinks it would be funny if you just played before the conversion and play the mirrored video as an after. Insert some reversed text graphics for those who aren't quick enough to get the humor or want to accuse you of deception.
Good one! lolol
Curses! Beat me to it again!
I had a Vega (looked like an E201 with a pickup) I bought in the early 60s in a Boston music store. I was not even a fair Guitar player yet.
It was a Archtop full body, Jazz guitar with the pickup extended/suspended at the end of the neck. It had a 3/16 rod that was sticking out the side of the pickup and inserted into "the end of the neck" and the pickup was glued in place. It also had large frets.
I payed $120.00 at that time. It looked like new also. Sound was great. I had a few problems about 20 years later. first was the neck came loose. I had if professionally repaired then. About 20 years after that the top collapsed with a split brace. Loving the guitar and not financially ready to pay for repairs I decided to tackle it myself. I just happened to have a piece of Citca Spruce, left from building the full sized airplane in my thumbnail pick. I not only repaired the Vega, because, I removed the top I completely stripped it and re finished to the original Sun Burst. Myself and everybody that new this was amazed.
I was proud.
That was so much fun to do. I realize that murdered the value but I did OK selling it. My Uncle and Cousin had Vega's also. I remember the factory in Boston in the 60s.
Hope I look that good at 102 years old
You gotta start off good looking
Guaranteed I’ll need some modifying.
try not eating corpse of abused animal it might help
I hope the amount you earn for these videos is proportional to the pleasure they give your viewers.
Steve, Ted is fiercely philanthropic with his videos. Notice, no commercials allowed. Rare integrity.
@@garywhitt98 I didn't know that as I use AdBlock Plus, so I don't see any ads on youtube anyway. It's good to know, definitely worth an upvote and I hope your comment gets seen by others.
I have a problem. I am almost out of previous videos to watch. I love them all. Watching you work makes my day.
this is some of the cleanest work ive seen you do
Your logic in deciding to make the conversion is impeccable.
Man that little guitar really sings. Great job as always :)
I acquired a 1902 Fairbanks Senator banjo about 12 years ago. I would never sell it. I got it from Roger Sprung, renowned Banjo player and great Human being!!🎵🎶🎵
I bet it just tickles you to death that so many people are interested in watching you work your craft so well, Ted. I know I would be 😁👍Thanks again, brother!
Guitars were made to be played...all you did was support that.
Just when you think you can't possible like and respect someone more he comes out with a Troma reference. Seriously, love your videos. Watching you work is like viewing a finely crafted Screamplay. I have loved woodwork and instrument building since way back in high school at Nukeem High. Trying to find someone willing to teach was difficult back then. At times it was like Dialing For Dingbats. You share your art and knowledge but keep us grounded on Terror Firmer with your advice to know our limits. (I so wish I could find a Killer Condom reference or Poultrygeist 😆)
Do you know how rare it is to find someone who gets Troma? Lol. That 4 people up voted makes me feel like we need to figure out a virtual way to discuss the amazing movie that is Sgt. Kabukiman N.Y.P.D. 😆
I'm ashamed to say I immediately got the Nelson reference
No shame in knowing who Ricky Nelson's children are.
I always want to applaud after you play at the end. Encore! Love your videos and your attitude.
Such a pleasure to watch you work....
Beautifully done and it has such a sweet tone.
Hi their, I have been watching for some time and this is the first comment, I do look forward to your videos a lot, I don't play but I like watching the repairs, to me that is the best sounding Guitar you have had for sometime in my very humble opinion.
Regards Richard 🇬🇧
Another great job! I love the way that thing sounds.
Mighty fine job you do! And your video approach is honestly direct and kind. Thanks!
Beautiful! Love the tones at the end. Nice work as always!
What a seamless transformation! Excellent work!
Nerves of steel! Beautiful work, love how clearly you explain what you're doing and why.
Your videos are reminiscent of the New Yankee Workshop TV show back in the 90s…so relaxing.
I really enjoy your videos. They are informative and your narration style is very relaxing.
Extreme craftsmanship. Thank You
You do such beautiful work. It is a joy to see such craftsmanship. Thank you.
Your work is incredible.
Love your playing!
splendid display of patience and exactness .. .
beautiful instrument. Thank you for another great video.
Incredible work! Taking care to make precise cuts and making plugs and cracks virtually disappear fascinates me. Thanks for posting.
That’s some fine playing Ted. Thanks! When you get the notion, still waiting for the Hamilton native to represent: “Westward from the Davis Straits was there was said to lie...”.
Beautiful work!
Sounds stunning, great work!
I think these Vega guitars are beautiful. Thanks for sharing your skill, expertise and knowledge with us.
"a seat in the discussion pond" - I had to rewind to make sure I'd heard that right. Strange images kept creeping into my head for the rest of the video.
It's where the capybara board of directors meets
@@bacicinvatteneaca and those guys are chilled.
As always, awesome work and playing!
Great repair vid Dave and equally nice playing at the end.
I hope I'm that good looking at 110 years! No chance of that, as I never was very good looking...
Soothing, instructive, and inspirational video, as usual. Thanks for sharing your skill and knowledge!
It's been said a hundred times by now I'm sure but that guitar is in great shape. And the new saddle slot looks flawless. If I was a lefty and I got my right handed guitar back in that condition I'd be very pleased. Another great entertaining and informative video!
That’s some slick guitar playing at the end!
Wow, 1919 that’s amazing! Must be a lot of fun just to have it in your workshop!!!!
So nicely done, as always!!! Thanks
beautiful work. Another lovely video.
Quite an amazing guitar. Some great learning procedures here, so well done. Thank you , it would be a joy to play a guitar you have worked on. You are very talented , a doctor of stringed instruments.
Cheers , Alberta Dave
Fantastic work as always. Great videos. Very instructional. I’m jealous of your patience.
Awesome job. Tastefully and respectfully done on a 100+ year old guitar. I would expect nothing less from you.. Thanks for the video.
The Nelson brothers joke had me laughing out loud!
Another masterful job Ted. I think a bridge re-slot is one of the more terrifying repairs with all kinds of unfixable damage possible. Maybe not quite in the league of a neck re-set but still in the same ballpark of terror IMO. You make it look easy. (folks...it ain't easy at all)
Damn dude , that was awesome to watch you fix that bridge with another piece of ebony
You make very difficult work look so easy. I really enjoy your videos. Hats off to you sir.
Niiiiice! Beautiful work, as always, Mr Woodford
Nice job as usual. Those bridge pins look fantastic!
A true artisan and craftsman, a rare thing these days it seems. Thank you for sharing.
So interesting to watch narrated perfectly really enjoyed watching your video....nice job!
Very cool vintage guitar, thanks for the great videos.
Beautiful work as always
beautiful playing
Really love the channel. Have learned a lot. You have a great style amigo.
Beautiful guitar!!!
Very nice tone from that guitar... balanced and even...
I always enjoy watching a master in action.
Nicely done! A true craftsman
Beautifully done once again.
What a sweet sounding guitar! And you have a sweet voice Mr. Woodfrd.
Thanks. Pretty tune.
As a lefty I appreciate every guitar you convert
It does have a beautiful articulate sound.
Brilliant job!
I only come here to hear your soft and soothing voice that makes life's problems go away, the guitar tech' stuff has always been secondary.
You're my 3rd. favorite Canadian.
Which makes me wonder, who are your 1st and 2nd favorite Canadians? Even if we limit the list to guitar-playing musicians I don't think I could keep it down to just two; Bruce Coburn, Joni Mitchell, Neil Young, Randy Bachman and Lenny Breaux immediately spring to mind.....
@@goodun2974 I was thinkin' Joni and Gordon Lightfoot but I forgot about Lenny Breaux! Ok maybe third fav'. :-)
That was so good to watch.
Nice one, like the little but of history about the guitar at the start 🎸
These videos make Saturdays even better.
Love that saddle plug!
Very nice sounding guitar!
AND a very nice tune played on it 😊
Looks nice, sounds great!! Thanks!!
I’ve got a early 30’s Cylinder 16” f hole. Very interesting guitar. Haven’t seen another like it in photo or person. Beautiful sound in that box.
What a lovely guitar! I’d never have guessed the age... it wears its years well.
Awesome job 👍
another great job
Great work! Nice minty guitar. I was surprised by the pleasant tone 👍
Really like your videos so informative 🎸
Another great video. Thanks so much!
it seems your patience knows no bounds. I'd like to think I can do this type work, I can't.
Great job, thanks for sharing!!!
I have a 'cylinder back' Vega mandolin. It was an alternative to carving the back as in the Gibson F style and has a wonderful rolling sound. It's like when you play, the sound tumbles around the cylinder before exiting the sound hole.
Pretty sweet sounding guitar
I enjoy wading with you in the “discussion pond”. Always interesting.
Woooooooowwww! 1919?!? That's pretty sweet, Ted!
That’s a beauty!
Really nice work on this one.
That grain on the top is perfect! I have a 1929 Stella parlour guitar I bought in San Francisco that I enjoy, but this is in way better condition.