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Thanks for looking!
Edited by - Ceres Banjo Works on 03/21/2023 06:55:20
That's so neat! Can't wait to hear it.
Geckoberry :)
I like the look of the brushed nickel finish on the hardware.
Edited by - OldNavyGuy on 10/26/2022 17:03:23
I look forward to hearing it. I am by no means in the market, but if I were, you hit one of my favorite builders, wood choice, inlay pattern, and headstock, along with a 14 ounce rim for what should be an outstanding instrument. I try to listen to all of your demo videos and of the ones I have caught, a Sullivan V35 with a torrified rim is the one that stuck in my memory as the most impressive. Hopefully this will replace it as my favorite.
Jim, will this particular tone ring eventually be available by itself? Or is it exclusive to this particular model?
Gorgeous instrument, btw!
Hey Al, thanks for the kind words! Yes sir this ring is available indvidually in nickel, gold, and unplated.
Thanks, Jim
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Originally posted by HuberToneJim, will this particular tone ring eventually be available by itself? Or is it exclusive to this particular model?
Gorgeous instrument, btw!
I'm very impressed by a new choice of veneer wood -- REDWOOD?? Wow, that's a bold choice! It sure is eye-catching. Veneering the back of the peghead was a cool idea.
Jim, you and Eric did a great job with this one. I look forward to hearing it.
Whoa… I have an order into Eric for a new v35… but now seeing this…. 
Did you go with nickel frets?
Edited by - TimFoster on 10/28/2022 10:52:20
Hey Tim, I went with nickel silver frets. I'm just "old school" in the parts of these banjos. I can do stainless steel as well with a special order.
Thanks, Jim
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Originally posted by TimFosterWhoa… I have an order into Eric for a new v35… but now seeing this….
Did you go with nickel frets?
Video added.
I think it sounds great.
Not to sound like a broken record, but your videos are a great resource in terms of comparing the overall listening experience of one banjo to the next. Great consistently played passages recorded in a consistent manner. Of course unpacking it all as a listener without the firsthand playing experience will always be an exercise in subtlety with some uncertainties - but for many of us in less banjo-steeped locales it’s as good as it’s gonna get…
So listening here (admittedly just on my phone for now!), I *think* I hear a “mature” (mellow/round?) warmth to the lower midrange that I like… maybe a slight hole in upper mids? I’d love to hear more about what specifically you were looking to achieve, what qualities ranked highest on your radar? Was the brushed nickel an aesthetic choice, or did you feel the lack of plating contributed towards the sound you wanted?
Here's a little picking in B...
Originally posted by Ceres Banjo Workshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XyXc6dwR4nE
Beautiful looking and beautiful sounding. Congratulations on your new baby. I am sure they will have a wonderful future.
Ken
Hey Tim, thanks for your kind words regarding the videos.
As far as the Ceres banjo is concerned, I just wanted to produce a good flat head to the market in the spirit of the old banjos but definitely with a few different appointments aesthetically. The brushed nickel is purely aesthetic and no tonal qualities that I know of. I just really like the look. What you are describing with the mellow mid range etc. is what I like about this banjo. It sounded great immediately and is only getting better. I have been playing 001 a lot.
Thanks!
Jim
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Originally posted by TimFosterI think it sounds great.
Not to sound like a broken record, but your videos are a great resource in terms of comparing the overall listening experience of one banjo to the next. Great consistently played passages recorded in a consistent manner. Of course unpacking it all as a listener without the firsthand playing experience will always be an exercise in subtlety with some uncertainties - but for many of us in less banjo-steeped locales it’s as good as it’s gonna get…
So listening here (admittedly just on my phone for now!), I *think* I hear a “mature” (mellow/round?) warmth to the lower midrange that I like… maybe a slight hole in upper mids? I’d love to hear more about what specifically you were looking to achieve, what qualities ranked highest on your radar? Was the brushed nickel an aesthetic choice, or did you feel the lack of plating contributed towards the sound you wanted?
Edited by - Ceres Banjo Works on 11/28/2022 08:22:36
I do believe Santa may be tossing one of these down my chimney! Will be in touch, Jim!
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Originally posted by TimFosterI do believe Santa may be tossing one of these down my chimney! Will be in touch, Jim!
Ceres SN# 002 landed today!!! 
Will do a proper review at some point, but man it is sounding great out of the box! Thanks for everything Jim!
Thank YOU Tim!
Originally posted by TimFosterCeres SN# 002 landed today!!!
Will do a proper review at some point, but man it is sounding great out of the box! Thanks for everything Jim!
That resonator is drop dead gorgeous!
ken
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Looks gorgeous and great specs. Will there be any around SPBGMA to play?
Hey Luke, Thanks for the kind words. I plan on being around SPBGMA since it's only about an hour away. I plan on having Ceres #1 with me. I've been playing it alot.
-Jim
Originally posted by LukeLLooks gorgeous and great specs. Will there be any around SPBGMA to play?
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