Zum for Christmas

Stephen Winters · Post by **Stephen Winters** » 25 Dec 2007 11:17 am

May family gathers every Christmas at my parents house to exchange gifts. When we were nearly finished last night, my parents came dragging this out for me.

I was overwhelmed to say the least. I am very thankful and proud. Looks like my old Sho-Bud will spend some time in the case while I get to know this beauty. The pictures are a little fuzzy, but I just had to show it off a little.

Randy Gilliam · Post by **Randy Gilliam** » 25 Dec 2007 11:27 am

Wow What a Present . I am available For adoption for next Year. Enjoy and Happy Holidays. Randy Gilliam In San Antonio Texas.

Larry Jamieson · Post by **Larry Jamieson** » 25 Dec 2007 7:50 pm

Stephen,
What a wonderful gift! I know you will enjoy the Zum. Is it brand new, or a used one? Sure is a beauty. Have fun.
Larry J.

Tommy Young · Post by **Tommy Young** » 25 Dec 2007 8:53 pm

I believe I know that sweet baby she is a goodun too. sure wish I had gotten one like that for CHRISTMAS IF YOU WANT TO PART WITH IT JUST GIVE ME A CALL

TOMMY YOUNG
MAX-TONE MODIFICATIONS
WHEN YOUR GUITARS TONE HAS TO BE ITS VERY BEST

Stephen Winters · Post by **Stephen Winters** » 26 Dec 2007 8:19 am

Larry,
It is used, but it is like new....well taken care of.

Tommy,
Yes you know this baby. When I opened the case, the first thing I saw was your little white sticker underneath. Sorry, but I won't be parting with it anytime soon. It sounds awesome. It's previous owner is a good family friend. I will take very good care of it like I do all of my instruments.

CrowBear Schmitt · Post by **CrowBear Schmitt** » 26 Dec 2007 8:52 am

Congratulations Stephen
she looks like a winner to me

i'm sure the two of ya's are get along jes' fine

john widgren · Post by **john widgren** » 26 Dec 2007 9:30 am

Congrats!

Larry Robbins · Post by **Larry Robbins** » 26 Dec 2007 9:35 am

WOW!! what a swell gift!
Can I barrow your parents?

I am sure you'll enjoy it!!

Tommy Young · Post by **Tommy Young** » 26 Dec 2007 8:05 pm

STEVEN yes I know that baby sounds totally awsome to say the least if your DAD hadn't bought it, I was she's a winner for sure and one of the sounding in this part of the world hope you enjoy it ---sure wish my folks would buy me one

TOMMY YOUNG
MAX-TONE MODIFICATIONS
WHEN YOUR GUITARS TONE HAS TO BE ITS VERY BEST
662-328-5742 tyoung52@wildblue.net

Gary Shepherd · Post by **Gary Shepherd** » 26 Dec 2007 11:42 pm

I got a toolbox, a stool (for sitting on), a shirt, a sweater, some OU nightwear, some cookies, a new pillow, and a couple of other goodies. I'll trade them all for the Zumsteel and $20. What do you say?

Jim Walker · Post by **Jim Walker** » 26 Dec 2007 11:54 pm

I got a bottle of Crown Royal for Xmas. I'm sure Stephan's present will last a lot longer.

JW

Gary Shepherd · Post by **Gary Shepherd** » 26 Dec 2007 11:59 pm

Well, it's been a few minutes now and he still hasn't made the trade with me. I was sure a deal like that would go fast. Maybe I should have only gone for the Zum and $10?

Paddy Long · Post by **Paddy Long** » 27 Dec 2007 2:43 am

Apparently I've been a naughty boy, so i have to wait til March to get my new Zum !! Well my girlfriend said "your a naughty boy - go to my room" !

Stephen Winters · Post by **Stephen Winters** » 27 Dec 2007 7:54 am

Thanks everyone for posting.

Gary....althought that was a tempting offer...no trades at this time..

Gary Shepherd · Post by **Gary Shepherd** » 27 Dec 2007 9:27 am

Well ok. If I still feel as generous in a month or so, I MIGHT offer again.

Carl Williams · Post by **Carl Williams** » 28 Dec 2007 1:41 pm

Stephen,
You must have been floored when they surprised you with such a fine steel! Please give us a report of how going from your Sho-Bud to a Zum works out. Great way to start out the new year...I'll bet you were like a kid again with this gift...

Take Care and Happy New Year with your new Zum! Carl

Brett Day · Post by **Brett Day** » 28 Dec 2007 2:27 pm

What a beautiful Zum!

Brett

Jamie Danter · Post by **Jamie Danter** » 31 Dec 2007 2:02 pm

Stephen,

What a fantastic Christmas present.
It's a great looking steel.

Jamie

Doug Seymour · Post by **Doug Seymour** » 31 Dec 2007 6:43 pm

I knew Santa wasn't gonna bring me my dream steel, so I bought my first acoustic/electric flat top. My granddaughter gets the pretty maple old acoustic one.
She is playing Uncle Ken's violin and has a borrowed flat top. She's doing well with her music, so it's time for her own guitar from grandpa and she can play the violin when it fits and the guitar when she needs that!

Stephen Winters · Post by **Stephen Winters** » 31 Dec 2007 8:16 pm

Thanks again everyone for posting.

Carl,
You wanted a report on going from a Sho-Bud to a Zum. I played a gig Sunday night with my Zum. I have found that the pedals and knee levers are a lot more sensitive....can't rest those legs or feet at all on them. The old Bud could take a little of that. Also the string spacing is a little different between the two...Zum's is a little closer together. I am having to get used to that also. But I am in love with the Zum, it performed great.....wish I could say the same for myself....Ha!

Doug,
Hope you enjoy the new acoustic!

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