Harmony Overhaul: Part 6

[@arnienonymous4458]

Ted is the Bob Ross of luthiers. Very easy and calming to watch him work, and frankly, I learn a lot more watching Ted.

[@miaoupha2370]

Arnie Nonymous Bob Ross would give real huggs ! 😁

[@Aaronsk8s81]

I often find my self dozing off while watching these videos at night so relaxing

[@phililpb]

The problem with watching someone who is truly skilled is they make things look easy. of course if you then try it yourself it all goes wrong

[@TGormania]

Is it me or does everyone else just find this soothing to watch? I loving watching these videos. I play guitar and do my own setup but obviously don't go this deep or even near this deep.

[@comajoebuck999]

Tim Gorman ASMR

[@vajohnaldischarge]

I dip my toe while Ted swims laps

[@liriocoentro]

If I could take a guess I would say it has to do with the absence of a background track. I totally agree with you. This kind of video hits the need of silence, solitude and ultimate peace that I seem to so desperately long.

[@mcburnski]

I cant even change strings confidently!

[@arthritisankle]

I don’t even do my own setup. I’ve never had the confidence to mess with my truss rods or intonation but his videos fascinate me. In fact, I’m building up confidence to start messing around with a cheap, old acoustic. I wouldn’t reset a neck but I think I could adjust the saddle or nut.

[@michaelinglis8516]

Don't ever question whether you've found your calling or not. It's quite obvious to me you were born for this kinda work.

[@perihelion7798]

Ah...a cup of coffee and Part 6 -- nothing finer to start off a Saturday morning. Great video, as usual. I think we all love these longer, more in-depth videos, as they are like a mini course in luthiery. I really do appreciate the effort that you put forth to produce and upload them. Thanks so much. P.S. At the risk of sounding obsequious, your narration of these videos is excellent. Very polished.

[@audiotechlabs4650]

I whole-heartedly agree! Narration is so important on this videos. You can lose people's interest if not appealing yet informative, it's a real art, and you have it! Thanxz

[@russcorbett3923]

You and your family have my condolences ,,,,, thank you for all that you do and thank you for all of the tips and hands on advice that you've given . I like these multi part videos When I hope that you can do more .

[@budgetguitarist]

I've really enjoyed following this series!

[@MaximilianBocek]

I love that you gave those machines every chance to succeed! I would have been on to the next set a lot sooner. Patience is a virtue of great lutherie, and I despair of ever gaining it.

[@MikeGervasi]

I've stabbed myself with a screwdriver a few times bending those tabs.

[@jonathanmartin3375]

That neck looks 100 times better. You did the right thing!

[@markk3877]

Ted: first off my condolences to you and your family. I’m not one of the emailers but I was in fact wondering if you were ok. My favourite part of this instalment was the neck refinish. My vintage OCD always kicks in when seeing stuff get modified but the neck is looking spectacular so far. The tutorial on the finish was excellent. Thanks as always for an entertaining and informative video.

[@sauletto1]

This series was awesome . I salvaged a severely damaged H-165, dated from 1966. warped neck, water and black mold damage, broken tuners, poly finish half brushed on, side cracks, seam separations and tilted bridge and top. $35 for it. took me several months of casual work time, but very happy and playing it often. You are correct... it's repair friendly in the neck tenon area. Great video series. wish I had seen it when I did mine :)

[@elainefilion8357]

Your videos are the best on the subject.I have worked as successful luthier for 30 years and I am a babe in the woods yet. I have learned so much from you.

[@terryjohinke518]

I always enjoy your work. I've been repairing since 1980 and building since 2004. I have learned a lot from you. Thanks. ( Terry from Downunder).

[@barbershoppodcast]

Watching all your videos now - you are so skilled, not only as a luthier, but your narration is spot on and conveys just the "glue" necessary to make such daunting and otherwise turgid viewing so very interesting and informative. Excellent stuff brother.

[@altruisticphilanthropic4647]

As many others have written, the first item of order is to send condolences to you, and your entire clan. You owe us nothing, Ted. Those four that emailed you (multiple times), are obviously suffering from more than Covid-19-induced boredom. I dug many things about this posting, but the finest teaching moment was that even your chastisements were delivered calmly, and benignly, yet with a noticeable, perfectly sardonic, irony; "You probably don't need to do that." Time will tell. We all will hope that the postal ponies arrive soon, and we'll eagerly await the completion of this truly unique "HarmonyTedivarius". // You are admired & appreciated by trizillions...I'm simply one of 'em.

[@jimhibert]

Excellent! You are truly a master luthier and communicator. Best part was at the end about the hug.

[@UltraSamurai]

I was so excited when I saw this on my list. Ive missed you.

[@mightyluv]

This overhaul has been a great series, a wealth of useful, real world information that I’ve been able to draw from to use in my own repairs. Thanks for taking the time to show us how it’s done.

[@AnomaloCaris460]

Geesh! What a mini-series. Now it must be a $2000 Harmony. Amazing patience and details.

[@PaulMcCaffreyfmac]

Love your vids. There's another repairer ( who shall remain nameless) who bumbles and bashes his way about whilst telling whoever will listen how much experience he has. If I find myself there I have to come here afterwards to regain my equilibrium. Take care of yourself, keep wearing the mask as appropriate and thanks again

[@wv838]

It always brightens my day when I see a new video from you. Always a great pleasure to watch. Thank you.

[@robertrosenfield405]

Condolences are in order first for the family. Your sharing of these infinitely fine methods are increasing all of our knowledge and breadth of the art of the Luthier. I can't thank you enough for sharing them. No hugs required. We are all in your debt for our continuing education.

[@timlilly]

Sorry to hear of your loss man. Phew. Now those pesky tuners are annoying. Maybe pop some gold Waverly's on there! Lovely job you made on the back rim.

[@A.lee1312]

I think within the last couple of months, i've watched all your videos. they're so helpful and informative as a growing repair person. thank you for taking the time make these videos. I've learned so much from these because you always thoroughly explain the process and the reason behind why you approach a task a certain way. can't wait for more videos.

[@charltonwang]

Sorry to hear about your family's loss. Thanks for still taking the time to post the video..Great work!

[@hoffyschannel]

I’ve been a luthier for 15 years and always had trouble with the very small fine details and your vids have taught me so much. Thank you! :)

[@bradleykauffman6857]

15:32 is priceless. Keep it coming.

[@staive70ss]

Condolences and thank you for another video in this series....I will try to be patient while waiting for the final product. Your videos are my favorite part of the pandemic.

[@leonarddaneman810]

THANKS. Great skills and excellent editing . . . hooked on your work. Great job on the Harmony! Thanks again.

[@Plug_Socket_Man]

I ABSOLUTELY LOVE YOUR VIEDOS.... I learnt so much!! Your a great Luthier and an even better teacher. Thanks pal, stay safe in these tricky time. I'm in liverpool in the UK and your videos are all I talk about to my muso freinds hahaha

[@MichaelLloyd]

These videos are very well done. It's not easy to do AND work. Thanks for taking the time to make them.

[@tbonky]

Wow, Ted, just Wow! Thank you for every droplet and shaving! I can't wait to hear this sweetie sing, but I will have to anyway! So says Budman from Virginia.

[@chimera2518]

Sorry to hear about your family's loss Ted. Thanks for taking the time to post another update- watching you work & repair this old girl is a nice soothing counter to the ongoing narrative these days! Looking forward to hearing this girl sing again! Be well &best to your family, much respect

[@1244taylor]

Just watched all 6 episodes of this redo.. thoroughly enjoyed it, well done for sure..

[@aliceroloff3641]

I really appreciate your humor..lol also after watching other Luther's I also appreciate our luthier skills..

[@callummcintosh5202]

Hey man, I really enjoy your videos and have picked up some really great tips and stuff. I thought you were quite dry until you did that trainspotting thing with the glue and syringe. That really made me laugh! Keep up the good work .

[@GuitarJeff]

Sorry for your loss. I was so excited when your tuner was doing that I was hoping you were going to fix it, figure it out and set my mind at ease lol. I had one do that to me couple years ago on a vintage fender custom shop in my personal collection. Ended up just replacing, but I tried everything to fix it. Except drilling like you. No regrets as I also upgraded to locking tuners. When I called fender to get replacement tuners they could tell me they were a special gotoh, but gotoh doesn't make them anymore. However they had a upgraded line with locking tuners that fit perfect, no drilling. But its always been one of those things I always wondered and bugged me what the heck was wrong with that tuner. I still have them too lol. Someday maybe I can put it back to original but I do like locking tuners. Oh and I am about your size with bigger beard. I am not giving you a hug either lol. Made me.laugh when you said that.

[@mhaight]

HAHAHA. That was funny. I'm intrigued about your hugs.

[@jipes]

Great attention to details and razor sharp cisels, love that. Sorry for your loss, sincere condoleances

[@robertstanley3253]

Ahhhh Ted, I want a hug. ;) Terrific series, thanks.

[@RickDeevey]

Just wanted to say thanks for all these videos, Ted. I know they are a lot of extra work to shoot, edit and upload-on top of the excellent repair and luthier work you are doing. Instrument repair and luthier videos are a guilty pleasure for me and I really enjoy the education. Hope you are keeping well. And keep up the fine work.

[@smittenthekitteninmittens2679]

Sorry to hear about your family bereavement i feel bad now for moaning that the video was taking too long to come out..it came from a good place i promise!! Really enjoyed/enjoying the series and would love more in this vein ..Take care stay safe and greetings from North Wales

[@tperki2322]

Aw, no hugs? Seriously, condolences on your loss. Thanks for the videos - this one has been very entertaining, but all this time on a lowly Harmony. Can't wait to see how it comes out and if it was worth it. You are a true master. Love your vids, always learn something new. Cheers!

[@theshapeexists]

I love watching these while playing guitar. I went from not being able to tremolo pick at all on my classical to almost having it up to speed in the last couple months. These videos are amazing. I used to rebuild old busted guitars in college as a part time job and you are a master of your craft

[@7stringbassist]

Great video as always. More importantly, many condolences to you and your family.

[@mhaight]

Condolences. Thank you for the videos. Your work is beautiful.

[@RWayne-nu2fi]

Thanks, I enjoyed this video as much as the others. I can hardly wait to see, and hear, the finished Harmony.

[@TheRumbles13]

Your videos give me peace in a time with little. Much love

[@finaljesus]

watching these videos has definitely lead me to a far more understanding of appreciation of acoustic guitars i have 3 acoustic guitars an Ibanez nylon 6 a rugue brand 12 string and a epiphone bolt-on neck 6 string i have never seen a bolt-on acoustic bought it for $200.00 back in 1996 i’ve had it now for 25 yrs came with a case too all of these are in cases thank you for uploading the videos i really enjoy them

[@CaptainRon1913]

People are actually emailing you asking you when you're posting the next segment? They need to settle the F... down... So when is the next segment coming out?.. lol

[@richardalanprow283]

Nice work as always! Really enjoying the series.

[@mccjoe01]

That fretboard is just beautiful.

[@Furtheronmusic]

Sorry to hear of your loss. Condolences. Thanks for this series. I've acquired an Eko from 1963. It's no where as bad as this but needs stuff so I really appreciate this.

[@rickbailey7450]

Awesome, amazing craftsmanship, as always. And very funny comment at the end. I laughed out loud 😂

[@tochriss]

Sorry to hear about you family events. Condolences, thanks for doing the video.

[@SilentHouseStudios]

9:07 you made that look so easy to blend in. Great skill all around! Thanks for the upload.

[@richardjohnson9702]

GENIUS!!! I don't mince words! Sorry for your loss.

[@Kafrifelle]

Seriously, the email joke at the end is hilarious. Thx for the laughs. Great job on the reconstruction

[@andersf324]

I owned a Ruck back in 80s. Didn't realize he had passed away. Love watching your videos and revel in your skills. Keep them coming!

[@MinimGuitars]

Nice job, it's looking great!

[@richardbesley9683]

You are amazing. I wish you had been the one who did all my guitar work

[@cornbobrimlove7892]

Really nice work. Quality shows.

[@hectorvader4436]

My condolences for you and your family! Great video as always!

[@davepaulson287]

Been looking forward to this! Love your content!

[@BenCoombs]

I'm really enjoying this series. Thanks for sharing!!

[@NelsonGago]

Sorry to hear about your loss Ted. My condolences.

[@johnfrederick6164]

So sorry to hear about the death I always enjoy ur videos this one has been quite intriguing keep em comin thanks

[@guitarsnguns]

"this is a blurry shot of me using the disc sander".... Cracked me up! Great how you just roll with it.

[@Catonius]

Ted translator: 'Pretty good' = within a tolerance of 3 microns.

[@csnelling4]

Looking forward for the next video 👏👏👏👍🇬🇧

[@randybecker6103]

As always, very informative and I really admire your attention to detail. I’m also very sorry to hear about the death in your family. I hope you and the rest of your family heal soon from your loss.

[@MarkEagleton]

I’m sorry to hear about the loss in your family. I’m really enjoying this series. Watching you work is very therapeutic. Don’t feel like you have to cut anything out.

[@RobMods]

Another great video. Qualasol was easy to use and worked very well, but boy, it stank. I used it back in the 90s for some furniture restoration work.

[@frankcarter6427]

another great video presented in your great, soothing voice -thanks

[@BetoChedid]

Esotheric information...perfect!!!

[@ecalzo]

INCREDIBLE... that's the word ..

[@jfrorn]

I love your work, so soothing and informative to watch...

[@chuckquinn8026]

Sorry for your loss this week. Had to be very rough with the virus on top of everything...so I thank you even more for taking the time to put this video up for us. Looking forward to the final outcome of this beautiful old Harmony.

[@stevesoldwedel]

My condolences for your loss, Ted. Thanks for bringing us more of this great series.

[@seanw4148]

Hooray! Glad you're safe and well. We were getting worried.

[@jimr907]

I learned a new word today -perpendicularity -and somehow it made perfect sense while watching you work. Am really enjoying your videos. It is a privilege to watch a true master , especially one who communicates his skill so clearly.

[@parttroll1]

I remembered that I French polished my coffee table as part of my submitted course work for O’level Woodwork (UK). You’re right it’s a finish that requires some practice to get the feel for it but it’s a lovely way to finish a piece. I remember my grandad had a book on it which I used to understand the process and what to use.

[@bjrhodes2261]

Lol. Great job...sure enjoy watching your videos. I've got a fiddle that the seams have come apart and so you've given me inspiration to get it glued back together!

[@anthonycrider9715]

I REALLY enjoy your channel...and i appreciate your repair ethic. It adds a whole nother dimension of difficulty to your work to try and film it. I appreciate you bringing me right down into it with you. This is a pretty little guitar even if it's not a guild or a Martin. I can't wait to hear how she sounds...

[@garywhitt98]

Thanks Ted! It’s an excellent series. Can’t wait to hear the Harmony!

[@MarshallGTV]

I know you don’t need to hear this, but, wow that neck looks excellent! Talk about pride in workmanship!

[@WhitneyHardingFPV]

That was a great ending! LOL nice work btw!

[@stevesstrings5243]

Great stuff! A wealth of information!

[@misterd3979]

I really enjoy your ramblings.

[@grazioso58]

2015 was great year for salsa

[@markbernier8434]

First, my condolences on your loss. So so many these troubled times. Padding lacquer does not seem to be available at Lee Valley any longer. Even shellac flakes are getting hard to get. Please share your source for alcohol if you would.

[@Mark_Vdm]

Ted. You have my deepest condolences. You also have my appreciation for a small fact that some may over look, and that is when you share the sizing of things ie: nut width, string spacing, scale lengths etc..you often give the measurements in both Imperial and Metric. Where I live in South Africa we get confused with inches and such. So a huge thanks for the Millimetres..Keep your chin up and good job.

[@schickling225]

You make me laugh. Love your dry sense on humor.

[@thebhoydave]

Serious skills & less that serious commentary. Love both. Thank you for sharing. Just got done with a neck reset, refret, bridge install & new bone nut & saddle (carved from raw bone - minus the proper tools!). Possible, in part, to tips & tricks learned here. As we say in Scotland... “Lang may yer lum reek!” Best DN

[@JobyP]

The end lol... you crack me up man!

[@GalleryBones]

Each one of your videos is great.

[@scaira60]

I love your vids I always take away something from them, Iam building 2 tenor ukes from scratch one for each of my sons. Anyway I was screwing around with finish & I mixed brushing lacquer with a 2lb cut of shellac I made it worked Awesome I applied it like you with a french polish pad. Thanks again

[@doovie101]

You're one of my favorite channels. So knowledgeable and fascinating to listen to. Thank you!

[@gregdrew874]

Yummm... that was some good Overhaul.

[@poppacooter]

thanks for sharing, really enjoy the info and learning.