National 12

General Boards => General National 12 chat => Topic started by: Tim Gatti on 04 Mar 2010, 12:57

Title: Tuning a 12
Post by: Tim Gatti on 04 Mar 2010, 12:57
With the family re-united for Christmas and space in the front room required for the traditional Christmas tree,
my workshop has been rocking to a new vibe. 
Will my Tigress currently in for some repair and restoration get in the drum and bass groove?
Will I get my crew back if he makes it big? It's all to play for in 2010. Tim
Title: Re: Tuning a 12
Post by: Tim Gatti on 04 Mar 2010, 12:58
And a close up of the gear every top 12 tuner should have!
Title: Re: Tuning a 12
Post by: John Hugo on 04 Mar 2010, 10:55
All that Kingspan should keep you warm in this sub-zero weather, but it might affect your boat handling and aerodynamics.
Title: Re: Tuning a 12
Post by: Lukepiewalker on 05 Mar 2010, 08:29
Earmuffs... How rock and roll...
Title: Re: Tuning a 12
Post by: angus on 05 Mar 2010, 10:58
I think I see where you are going wrong Tim, I think this kind of tuning is band;D
I think a string quartet would produce better results but may not help with your crewing problems.
Title: Re: Tuning a 12
Post by: Tim Gatti on 06 Mar 2010, 03:37
Thanks for the tip Angus.
Given all the string now required in a 12 maybe a small chamber orchestra would be more appropriate?
Tim
Title: Re: Tuning a 12
Post by: grazz on 06 Mar 2010, 07:08
The Tigress should add to their acoustics nicely, the rummer will be deaf in no time. 

I'm impressed with your collection of clamps Tim, that trumps mine  - better make a screw fix order to avoid being out done! :)
Title: Re: Tuning a 12
Post by: Tim Gatti on 08 Mar 2010, 11:31
Yes - and the bow tank would make a great resonator box for a skiffle style, one-string base. 
'Skiffle' - now that's showing my age. Washboards and thimbles.
Come back Lonnie Donegan - all is forgiven! 
Title: Re: Tuning a 12
Post by: Slippery Jim (Guest) on 15 Mar 2010, 11:56
Hi Tim!
Nice to think you're treating my old Tigress with a sonic tune. Still a lot of work to do on Nutty though. Treat her well!!!!
Cheers to all and shame noone's doing the Battle of the Classes this year!!!!
Jim.
59er GBR103 Slippery-when-Wet on the Ammersee, Germany. Ex 3130 and 3470