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The one consideration (if I may) about truss rods in acoustic guitars, is the way wood constantly interacts with humidity. Where we live, we spend half of the year above 80% Relative Humidity, and the other half below 35%. Even with the dehumidifier running in the summer, and a humidifier running in the winter, trying to keep the music room room at that optimal 55% RH is challenging. The truss rod offers that extra bit of adjustment (if needed) to keep the playing action right.

Just my two-cents worth ...

Nicely done, Kurt! Your band is all stepping along nicely, and the whole package is very good.

More good ideas, Beamer ...

Sounds like you need to invest in some word-working tools yourself! Another idea I had was to build something that closely resembles a bread machine for JJJ. A person's imagination is really the only limit.

Spencer Elliott    "Torque"    (original)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4bGd5AqrYgE

One of Spencer's signature traits is the way he mixes aggression and delicacy in a single composition ... makes his music very engaging.

Thanks, Russell ... you're the "mod king" on Chordie, so I certainly appreciate your feedback (and my new amp's )

I certainly agree with you about Cordoba guitars, CG. I had never really heard of them until I started looking for an all-wood acoustic with a wide neck. The combo of their Spanish heel construction, plus solid Indian Rosewood and Englemann Spruce top really make the 5th and 7th harmonic overtones ring out ... adds a nice "shimmer" is the only way I can describe it.

Here's a "university days" pic of me with an old Ibanez acoustic I had back then, a Jethro Tull poster behind me, and the Funster name on the lower bout of the guitar. I have no idea what I was screeching / singing at the time.

Most of you know this old Monty Python sketch about SPAM:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=anwy2MPT5RE

I don't have any expensive guitars, with my Cordoba being the highest priced at $1,000. Neither the price tag nor the brand name make a guitar necessarily "good", but rather the construction, the materials used, etc. I think it's important to learn about these things so an informed decision can be made. From there, the fit and sound make the difference. My ears tell me that an all-solid-wood acoustic sounds a lot better than ones made partially or completely of laminates. That usually increases the price, but to me it's worth it for the full sound and overtones.

I have to give a "shout out" to Epiphone. These guys make some seriously good electrics at affordable prices, and often with many of the components that Gibson uses. The finishing may be slightly less pristine, but that's just cosmetic. My first all solid-wood acoustic is my Norman, bought in 1973 ... still has a great voice, and nice wide neck (1.8") like my Cordoba.

Beamer ... man o man those Indigo Girls are incredible! I've never heard them before, but this version of "Watchtower" has made me an instant fan.

Great work, Peatle ... and I love your free-flowing style.

It's strange / sad how we're on opposite sides of the globe, but both noticing the erosion of the "family unit". I'm not being critical of anyone, but I have so many happy memories of my childhood, that I sometimes feel sad for those who won't experience "family" as you and I did.

Indeed, it feels the same ...

Antoine Dufour  "These Moments"   (original)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YQlyHbu0zz4

Not sure why Antoine always has a handkerchief hanging from his guitar (sweaty hands?) but it's one of those little quirks that a lot of musicians have. He certainly has a beautiful touch on the strings.

Hahahaha! Never saw this before ... whatta hoot!