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Topic: Sho~Bud Pro II from Larry Robbins |
Erv Niehaus
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Litchfield, MN, USA
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Posted 9 May 2008 11:44 am |
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I was the lucky fellow who snatched up the Sho~Bud Pro II that Larry Robbins had for sale a few days ago.
I have to brag on a couple of things.
The 1st being Larry himself!
The way he described the guitar, he made it out as being not very special. I don't know how he could "undersell" such an outstanding instrument. It is just beautiful!
I wouldn't hesitate for a minute to buy anything from this fine gentleman.
Here is a picture of my new baby:
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John Billings
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Ohio, USA
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Posted 9 May 2008 12:41 pm
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| Erv! It's a beauty! Congratulations. You're lucky RC didn't see it first! |
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Erv Niehaus
From:
Litchfield, MN, USA
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Posted 9 May 2008 12:47 pm
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Thank you, John.
I happened to pull up the posting just shortly after Larry put it up for sale.  |
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Antolina
From:
Dunkirk NY
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Posted 9 May 2008 1:08 pm
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| John Billings wrote: |
| Erv! It's a beauty! Congratulations. You're lucky RC didn't see it first! |
Better believe it!
Congrats Erv. That's an outstanding guitar. That wood grain is to die for.
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The only thing better than doing what you love is having someone that loves you enough to let you do it.
Sho~Bud 6139 3+3
Marrs 3+4
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Kevin Mincke
From:
Farmington, MN (Twin Cities-South Metro) USA
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Posted 9 May 2008 1:11 pm
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Very, Very nice find Erv  |
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Erv Niehaus
From:
Litchfield, MN, USA
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Posted 9 May 2008 1:16 pm
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Thanks, guys!
I bought a new fingertip from Shot years ago and I have had the type with the nylon tuning nuts but this is the 1st Sho~Bud I've owned with this type of tuning system. |
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John Billings
From:
Ohio, USA
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Posted 9 May 2008 1:18 pm
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| I wish you still had the Fingertip! You don't, do you? |
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Erv Niehaus
From:
Litchfield, MN, USA
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Posted 9 May 2008 1:30 pm
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John,
To tell you the truth, me and the fingertip really never got along! |
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Larry Robbins
From:
Fort Edward, New York
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Posted 9 May 2008 2:23 pm
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So Glad your happy, Erv!
She IS a beauty.In looks as well as tone.
Kind of hated to let her go but, all things happen for a reason and I realized long ago its beyond me to figure out why. I just go with it. Wishing you many happy hours of enjoyment playing it. 
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Twang to the bone! |
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James Morehead
From:
Prague, Oklahoma, USA - R.I.P.
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Posted 9 May 2008 3:19 pm
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| John Billings wrote: |
| Erv! It's a beauty! Congratulations. You're lucky RC didn't see it first! |
RC, heck?? Lucky I didn't see it first. I'da tore my pants gittin' my money out!!  |
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John Billings
From:
Ohio, USA
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Posted 9 May 2008 3:29 pm
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| Sorry for the neglect James! |
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James Morehead
From:
Prague, Oklahoma, USA - R.I.P.
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Posted 9 May 2008 3:33 pm
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Antolina
From:
Dunkirk NY
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Posted 9 May 2008 4:16 pm
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Every time I look at that thing I drool. 
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The only thing better than doing what you love is having someone that loves you enough to let you do it.
Sho~Bud 6139 3+3
Marrs 3+4
RC Antolina |
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Erv Niehaus
From:
Litchfield, MN, USA
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Posted 10 May 2008 6:47 am
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It looks great under the hood also:
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Antolina
From:
Dunkirk NY
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Posted 10 May 2008 7:14 am
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Erv,
If you don't stop that I'm gonna ruin my computer with all the slobber
Beautiful!!!
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The only thing better than doing what you love is having someone that loves you enough to let you do it.
Sho~Bud 6139 3+3
Marrs 3+4
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Erv Niehaus
From:
Litchfield, MN, USA
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Posted 10 May 2008 7:39 am
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RC,
OK, I hate to see a grown man cry!
Well, maybe just one more:
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John Billings
From:
Ohio, USA
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Posted 10 May 2008 7:42 am
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| Such nice grain! Looks like marble. Erv, you need a nice shiny Shobud volume pedal. |
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Antolina
From:
Dunkirk NY
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Posted 10 May 2008 7:42 am
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By the way Erv, Thank you so much for your gospel tabs and tracks. They bring untold happiness.
Yer a cruel man Erv
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The only thing better than doing what you love is having someone that loves you enough to let you do it.
Sho~Bud 6139 3+3
Marrs 3+4
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Erv Niehaus
From:
Litchfield, MN, USA
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Posted 10 May 2008 7:47 am
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John,
Believe it or not, Larry sent the Sho~Bud pedal you see in the picture along with the guitar. It is the clip on style.
RC,
Glad you like my tabs 'n tracks.
I'm not cruel, that's called "tough love". |
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John Billings
From:
Ohio, USA
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Posted 10 May 2008 7:54 am
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| Ah! I prefer the loose pedal. I've got really long legs and the old classic style works better for me. But,,,, you're all set! How does she sound? |
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Erv Niehaus
From:
Litchfield, MN, USA
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Posted 10 May 2008 7:58 am
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John,
It sounds great!
Larry had the pickups rewound by Jerry Wallace.
It even has coil taps on the pickups.
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CrowBear Schmitt
From:
Ariege, - PairO'knees, - France
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Posted 11 May 2008 12:34 am
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you done good there bro Erv
& another case for the cat
have a blessed Sunday |
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Erv Niehaus
From:
Litchfield, MN, USA
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Posted 11 May 2008 6:02 am
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CrowBear,
Yes, the cat is happy! |
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William Fraser
From:
New York, USA
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Posted 12 May 2008 1:39 am Larry's Pro-II
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I have the same guitar ,it is the ONLY thing I own that is Not for sale. The clip on volume pedal made a BIG difference for me ,my stand alone unit is now my spare. Erv you are a lucky guy. Bill
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Billy Lee ,Pro-II,, Session 400,Session 500 , Supro , National, SpeedDemons,& too many Archtops & Stratotones.Lots of vintage parts for Kay ! etc. |
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Erv Niehaus
From:
Litchfield, MN, USA
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Posted 12 May 2008 8:14 am
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| Thanks, Bill! |
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