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Oct 26, 2022 - 1:19:52 PM
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https://www.banjohangout.org/classified/98478

Thanks for looking!


Edited by - Ceres Banjo Works on 03/21/2023 06:55:20

Oct 26, 2022 - 4:30:11 PM
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119 posts since 2/25/2020

That's so neat! Can't wait to hear it.

Geckoberry :)

Oct 26, 2022 - 5:02:31 PM
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2678 posts since 11/17/2018

I like the look of the brushed nickel finish on the hardware.

Edited by - OldNavyGuy on 10/26/2022 17:03:23

Oct 26, 2022 - 5:32:53 PM
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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.

Oct 27, 2022 - 4:27:33 AM
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394 posts since 4/26/2007

Jim, will this particular tone ring eventually be available by itself? Or is it exclusive to this particular model?

Gorgeous instrument, btw!

Oct 27, 2022 - 6:51:12 AM

3109 posts since 1/16/2013

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 HuberTone

Jim, will this particular tone ring eventually be available by itself? Or is it exclusive to this particular model?

Gorgeous instrument, btw!


Oct 27, 2022 - 5:38:38 PM
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15185 posts since 10/30/2008

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.

Oct 28, 2022 - 3:13:57 AM
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288 posts since 1/26/2003

Jim, you and Eric did a great job with this one. I look forward to hearing it.

Oct 28, 2022 - 10:45:30 AM
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59 posts since 8/14/2018

Whoa… I have an order into Eric for a new v35… but now seeing this…. surprise
 

Did you go with nickel frets?

Edited by - TimFoster on 10/28/2022 10:52:20

Oct 29, 2022 - 6:31:54 AM

3109 posts since 1/16/2013

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
quote:
Originally posted by TimFoster

Whoa… I have an order into Eric for a new v35… but now seeing this…. surprise
 

Did you go with nickel frets?


Oct 29, 2022 - 6:32:14 AM

3109 posts since 1/16/2013

Video added.

Oct 30, 2022 - 9:56:16 AM

59 posts since 8/14/2018

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?

Nov 7, 2022 - 7:18:49 AM

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Nov 22, 2022 - 12:27:46 PM

3109 posts since 1/16/2013

Here's a little picking in B...
 
Originally posted by Ceres Banjo Works

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XyXc6dwR4nE


Nov 23, 2022 - 4:48:43 AM
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6706 posts since 10/13/2007

Beautiful looking and beautiful sounding. Congratulations on your new baby. I am sure they will have a wonderful future.
Ken

Nov 28, 2022 - 8:21:15 AM

3109 posts since 1/16/2013

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 TimFoster

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?


Edited by - Ceres Banjo Works on 11/28/2022 08:22:36

Nov 28, 2022 - 10:36:47 AM
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I do believe Santa may be tossing one of these down my chimney! Will be in touch, Jim!

Nov 28, 2022 - 10:39:14 AM

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smileyyesquote:
Originally posted by TimFoster

I do believe Santa may be tossing one of these down my chimney! Will be in touch, Jim!


Dec 1, 2022 - 1:10:54 PM
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59 posts since 8/14/2018

Ceres SN# 002 landed today!!!  laugh 

Will do a proper review at some point, but man it is sounding great out of the box!  Thanks for everything Jim!



Dec 5, 2022 - 6:34:20 AM

3109 posts since 1/16/2013

Thank YOU Tim!
 
Originally posted by TimFoster

Ceres SN# 002 landed today!!!  laugh 

Will do a proper review at some point, but man it is sounding great out of the box!  Thanks for everything Jim!




Dec 5, 2022 - 8:36:39 AM
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6706 posts since 10/13/2007

That resonator is drop dead gorgeous!
ken

Jan 4, 2023 - 1:16:13 PM

3109 posts since 1/16/2013

New ad! More being built now!

Jan 5, 2023 - 6:49:32 AM
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LukeL

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153 posts since 9/14/2017

Looks gorgeous and great specs. Will there be any around SPBGMA to play?

Jan 5, 2023 - 7:13:11 AM
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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 LukeL

Looks gorgeous and great specs. Will there be any around SPBGMA to play?


Feb 7, 2023 - 12:00:30 PM

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Mar 21, 2023 - 6:54:03 AM

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