Several of my favorite guitarists did soundtrack work for Herzog films: Richard Thompson did the music for Grizzly Man, and David Lindley (with Henry Kaiser) did music for a film about the Arctic.
I was 53 seconds into this and feeling way more creeped-out by the Werner Herzog voice than I expected to be. But by 1:02 I am laughing out loud at "it is poignant to imagine the delicate sound of yesteryear...ephemeral joy...". Hilarious. You are the Philomena Cunk of Luthiery.
I knew something wonderful in the narration was about to be served up as the camera dove into the abyss and I was not disappointed; LINT! The room still echoes with the reverberations of my mirth! The cat is still on edge, the dog has fled and the children are crying. Bravo!
I never comment on videos I watch, its just not in my DNA but here we go! As a musician I find these videos endlessly fascinating. As a bassist I find myself selfishly wishing for more bass content. And as a maker I find your craftsmanship inspiring. So after a really difficult day I pop on the tube to take the edge off. And am greeted by this absolutely brilliant Herzog inspired intro. I have to say this was everything I never knew I needed. Thank you for bringing some much needed light. Bravo good sir!
Really, genuinely, wonderful to hear you doing Herzog. And doing him well. As always, Ted, your skills and wonderfully calm yet cynical way of solving problems creatively are a joy to watch.
Crazy how good you are at your craft, yet fake restoration videos get millions of views. I remember the Gibson headstock repair you did and was blown away. We've all seen hundreds of Gibby repaired heads, but yours was by far the cleanest job I've seen 👌
I love your sense of humor! If the Werner Herzog doesn't make you giggle, "the teeter has tottered" will. Fabulous show, can't wait to see more of this "resurrection", as another commenter called it. Wash or burn as required, kind Sir!
You sir, have truly found your calling! The level of skill and expertise is amazing... but your willingness to share that knowledge and edu-tain us is extraordinary. THANKS FOR THE VDEOS!
As someone from the UK, who enjoys the most classic UK sitcom, I can’t help but think of ‘Triggers broom’ when imagining of how this guitar will end up!
You do such exemplary work, and now I hear Werner Herzog’s voice wonderfully describing this old guitar, brilliant! A perfect melding of philosophy, craftsmanship and dry humor. Love it.
Somebody must really love this old Washburn, because you could probably (almost) *build* him a new one for what this repair's gonna run. 😄 Also, your Herzog is 'spot on' as the Brits say. Loved it!
I have learned more about how a guitar should be constructed/put together, and the methods for doing it from watching your highly enjoyable and instructive video's. Thank You.
On your remarkable narration, it was an inspired rendition. Capturing the idiosyncratic voice of a man who, like each guitar you present, has his own lilt and consonance. Thanks again for sharing your art with us. That tiger oak back is incredible!
Early Washburns were amazing. The closest they ever came to recapturing that quality was when Jonathan Lee was designing for them. Lots of quality stuff from his time there.
I'm looking forward to seeing this repair completed. It's a ton of work by it needing so much repair, but it looks like the fun kind since nothing is fighting with you and it's more like building a guitar rather than repairing.
I was watching "Ask Olaf the Violinmaker" before this one. He mentioned that he only uses natural vanish and hide glue, as it's been proven for centuries and there's no reason to change it. When you said the dye used in the guitar is acidic and it has chemical reaction with the fingerboard, I thought it's kind of confirming what Olaf said in his video.
Speaking entirely financially; is it even worth repairing this guitar? Regardless of the answer, I do think these old instruments deserve this kind of attention and love. 🙂
“Some see harmony in luthiary, but when I look into the dark void of the guitar’s sound hole all I see is murder and chaos. The music of the spheres is a fallacy. Existence stretches away from us on all sides, uncaring, soulless, absent of meaning or purpose. Dm, Em, F#, Bm, F, E, Am. Chaos.”
Man I love you videos and can truly say that I am bummed out that I have to wait a week to see more on this guitar. I guess this becomes a better subscribe to a channel moment. Thanks
I'm looking forward to see how this turns out. I'm a washburn man myself so I really want to see how this one sounds. Also...very nice werner impression.
My favorite RU-vid luthier. The woodworking skills of Norm Abrams. The patient, caring vocal tones of Bob Ross. The beard, humor and attitude of the Canadian national treasure, Red Green. PLUS an awesome guitar player.
Last time I saw a Washburn this old, ****** String Works was tearing up one from 1890s. When he did, his reply was "well you gotta do what you gotta do". No, J----. You didn't have to break that guitar from the 1890s to fix it. He's sooooooo bad.
This luthier from New Zealand / Aotearoa finds a good deal of cultural sympathy and enjoyment of your resigned humor. Also the soldering iron and realistic conscientious work.
This was both your most humorous and one of your most interesting vids. I love your sense of humor! Your craftsmanship, of course, is outstanding as usual!!!
One of your best, Ted. Can't wait to hear the soothing tones and demonstrations of mastery that will comprise your next video. The subtle comedy also tickles my British funny bone - don't underestimate the value of your personality in these YT masterpieces.
Definitely following this one out until the end. There's just something awesome about watching an old guitar go from poo to awesome. You sir, are very talented.
