Elderly Instruments Latest - Books - Building and Repair - Other Instruments http://elderly.com/list/new.rss?catlist=604 en-us copyright 2009 Elderly Instruments Mon, 30 Nov 2009 04:25:43 -0500 Mon, 30 Nov 2009 04:25:43 -0500 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss 720 webmaster@elderly.com Details the step by step process of building a professional quality instrument. 185+ detailed photographs and drawings. With 12 time and money saving jigs to construct, material lists & sources, section on inlay & binding, information & demonstration of Spanish style and Box type construction. A wonderful reference for the construction of any of the four sizes of ukuleles, including plans and dimensions for a Tenor ukulele. Spiralbound, 142 pp. ($24.95) ]]> Thu, 21 May 2009 20:00:00 -0400 http://elderly.com/books/items/542-231.htm http://elderly.com/books/items/542-231.htm Tom Nechville's excellent banjo set-up guide explains the effect of head, tailpiece, bridge and tone ring on a banjo's sound and how to get the most out of adjustments. Also covers neck adjustments and fret-dressing. Useful for 4- and 5-string banjos and all playing styles, 55 pp. ($15.00) ]]> Tue, 03 Mar 2009 19:00:00 -0500 http://elderly.com/books/items/158-56.htm http://elderly.com/books/items/158-56.htm