Just watched your latest video.explaining what your plan for the future now you are closing the shop.lets hope the engraving will be the best thing for you .also I was so surprised you mentioned me and my health problems .all the medication I am now on certainly helps.i am still trying to get some of my strength back but I have been told it will take some time .still now the weather is good at the moment I can at least get out for some exercise.also I am sorry your health is still causing you some problem.please look after yourself.mythoughts are with you.lol.
@rtucker1004Ай бұрын
Does lowering the action change intonation? I have a low budget uke with high action. Intonation is high pitched at all frets. The saddle is not snug and leans toward the nut. I am prepared to lower the nut slots, install a compensated bridge, and upgrade to Flourocarbon strings. Your thoughts... RT in USA
@rojobemusic3754Ай бұрын
@@rtucker1004 The short answer is yes, lowering the action will help with intonation... slightly. And again, the upgrades you're talking about will help... slightly. Certainly can't make it any worse right? Provided the alterations are accurate
@rojobemusic3754Ай бұрын
Think of it this way; if the action is too high, you have to push the string down further which stretches it more than normal resulting in a 'sharp' or higher pitched note
@Arman-ck6zj2 ай бұрын
"promosm"
@randallmoore40003 ай бұрын
don't you think you should have checked the height before you loosened the strings?
@rojobemusic37543 ай бұрын
I've probably set up over 1000 instruments. I've got a fair idea what I'm doing
@royjoseph99383 ай бұрын
I have the same guitar, fg300a, and it has the exact same tuners. The gears are worn down and two of the buttons gave out. Am changing for sealed tuners that require a lot less muscle to use.
@savedaz4 ай бұрын
You could paint the pins with ca glue to make them fit tight also applies to the saddle! Obviously let the glue dry before you put them back in lol
@savedaz4 ай бұрын
I would lay it on a flat surface against a stop and use a wedge to push it together! Should close up nice and tight. Good luck.
@SternDrive5 ай бұрын
I just got my Bat King Baritone last week. I'm brand new at music, so I'm having trouble fretting right now. Some of these triple cords are hard for us newbies. I chose a Uke because the strings are farther apart and I was sure that even I could pull this off. It looks like it will be a bit of work.
@rojobemusic37545 ай бұрын
Yeah, just like learning anything new, it just takes practice. I would recommend 20 minutes per day every day and before you know it you'll be playing music. And by the way; you have absolutely chosen the right instrument to begin your journey!
@evebendell92485 ай бұрын
Wow 5 units.everything looks so good.I will be quite interested to hear how the engraving.goes.as it is completely different from your other projects.any way good luck with all you are planning.
@rojobemusic37545 ай бұрын
The good thing is; it's really easy to use so it's going well so far
@savedaz5 ай бұрын
You have been busy Paul, Shop and workshop looking great! Best of luck with the new ventures
@rojobemusic37545 ай бұрын
Thank you> Watch this space to stay updated.
@evebendell92486 ай бұрын
Well done Paul.what a great pair of banjoleles.they look really good and sound great.
@carlastevens57576 ай бұрын
Promo`SM 🌺
@Prankhimjonh837 ай бұрын
Really cool
@rojobemusic37547 ай бұрын
If you think this is cool already, keep watching, it gets better
@johnchisholm73507 ай бұрын
I had great success using plastic playing cards as a gauge between the fret and the string. The distance of the string to the neck became immaterial . John. C
@susanroycroft897 ай бұрын
Great explanations 😊😊😊
@susanroycroft897 ай бұрын
Yes indeed, your right about the tuners, they were 'closed ' and recently I acquired an FG 180, still in it's original red felt/lined case with nice 'closed' tuners- very nice 'n' smooth to operate 😊😊
@susanroycroft897 ай бұрын
I must compliment you on Your Excellent work standards, from listening to your introductory comments, that's So nice to hear, + it Always works out Best in the long run, kind regards Don from Hamilton NZ on my Wife's tablet Susan😊😊
@susanroycroft897 ай бұрын
Hi I love your video on the Yamaha FG 300A, but I think your date for the time Yamaha made these is quite a few years off, here in NZ 🎉I bought mine in the very early '70s, fantastic guitar for the money !😊😊
@evebendell92487 ай бұрын
Well done Paul .that was a very enjoyable vidio.eagerly waiting for the next project.you put such a lot of hard work in all that you do.
@savedaz7 ай бұрын
Merry Christmas Paul the jacks with 3 contacts are stereo 2 are mono ❤ from England
@chaba17637 ай бұрын
😮😮😮❤
@rojobemusic37547 ай бұрын
Yes, as I explained in the description, there's no audio due to technical problems so I added some music instead
@chaba17637 ай бұрын
❤❤❤
@loggy598 ай бұрын
That's my guitar. My missus bought it me for Christmas. I must say Paul is a great guy. Very genuine. Excellent service. I look forward to getting my paws on it. Not played for almost 6 years. Hopefully I've still got the muscle memory. I would recommend Paul to anyone looking to buy his wares. I would definitely use him again. You are a gentleman sir. All the best. Ray
@rojobemusic37548 ай бұрын
Thank you sir. I always go above and beyond for my customers, that's just good business. Shame not everyone appreciates my work like you
@lawshorizon9 ай бұрын
Re: The Nut. I don’t understand why people don’t just knock off the nut and sand the bottom down instead of using special files? (The stings should sit at the height of a fret wire as if it were a fret wire.) The pressure of the strings (at the nut) should hold it back on, but use a bit of glue to keep it from moving from side to side.
@rojobemusic37549 ай бұрын
I've done literally hundreds of string action adjustments on countless different instruments and i can tell you this; every job is different and there are always several different ways to do each one. Sometimes i will sand the bottom, sometimes i will file the slots and sometimes i will make an entirely new nut from scratch. It all depends on what each instrument requires and i will base my decision on experience.
@evebendell92489 ай бұрын
Great to see one of your own made instrument being played.just had to watch it again.
@evebendell92489 ай бұрын
Hoping one day we will be able to see the instruments being played.
@evebendell92489 ай бұрын
Wow Paul after watching all 13 episodes I am amazed that you can look at 2 pieces of wood and boxes and after a lot of hard work can make wonderful instruments.I am so impressed.and well done with getting more views on your videos.looking forward to the next one.
@rojobemusic37549 ай бұрын
Thank you! I have to say; I'm kind of impressed myself at what i achieved. Turning a couple of hunks of non descript timber into traditional Japanese musical instruments is no mean feat. And i've really enjoyed it. I knew you'd appreciate it too
@savedaz9 ай бұрын
Looking good, if you’re using Nitrocellulose lacquer you only need to leave it for about 15 minutes between coats then you need to leave it for at least a week to dry. Thanks for the videos
@rojobemusic37549 ай бұрын
Decided against lacquer in the end. Going with my norm; boiled linseed oil
@aRealJackalope10 ай бұрын
Cool
@stoneyrunva10 ай бұрын
I'd try adjusting the truss rod before lowering the saddle and nut.
@rojobemusic375410 ай бұрын
The truss rod is only for adjusting the neck relief, i.e. underbow/backbow. It won't do anything about string action, doesn't have anything to do with it. That can only be altered by adjusting the height of the nut and/or saddle. Also bear in mind I uploaded this video almost 2 years ago and the work has long since been done, successfully, by lowering the nut and saddle.
@stoneyrunva10 ай бұрын
I realize the chronology of the video. Comments may help the next person. When lowering the nut and saddle check the neck to see if it needs adjusting. Oil it. Sometimes these chinese made ukes will sit in a warehouse long enough for humidity and temperature changes to affect the neck. It can impact action. It can also dry out revealing sharp frets or a shrunken or bowed neck. It's a nice uke for the money. Thanks for the video.@@rojobemusic3754
@stoneyrunva10 ай бұрын
I have the spruce top kmise baritone. I replaced the strings with Martin 630 Baritone strings. I like the sound. I haven't tried a Batking ukulele but I appreciate the comparison. I wish they would remove the cheap looking koi fish or whatever it is and simply put holes in the face of the instrument.
@savedaz10 ай бұрын
Glad to hear your business is growing and doing well, best of luck for the future Paul. Love watching your videos kind regards from England!
@rojobemusic375410 ай бұрын
Thank you sir. Whereabouts in the uk you from?
@savedaz10 ай бұрын
@@rojobemusic3754 Ipswich, Suffolk
@savedaz10 ай бұрын
Hi Paul, on slotted peg tuners there’s a hole in the middle of the slot that the end of the lol just got to the part were you work it out!😊
@Shufermixup10 ай бұрын
Hi Paul, you work really hard on every episode, I enjoy all of your vdo! Thank you so much.
@savedaz10 ай бұрын
You went above and beyond with that string change, no likes not even from the customer😮 got one now
@rojobemusic375410 ай бұрын
Do you know what i mean?! Thanks man, at least someone appreciates the effort i put in
@johnmackay345810 ай бұрын
your getting a lot for a cheap ukulele .I couldn't make one for that price. little blemishes I wouldn't worry about but action does need lowering. thanks for your review.
@savedaz10 ай бұрын
Great job thanks for showing us the build
@savedaz10 ай бұрын
Looking forward to part 4! peace 😊
@savedaz10 ай бұрын
Thanks for the video you have a new subscriber
@rojobemusic375410 ай бұрын
Nice!
@Shufermixup11 ай бұрын
Hello, nice job you have done, very useful. Thanks
@theman490811 ай бұрын
Hello from malaysia
@kickhisassseabass31811 ай бұрын
👍
@dougrichardson80011 ай бұрын
I’ve been watching Jerry for a couple of years now but with his recent retirement I have been at a loss for a replacement; I think I may have just found what I needed. I’m going to have a look at your website to get the gist of your work!!!
@rojobemusic375411 ай бұрын
Wow, compliment indeed!
@zapa1pnt11 ай бұрын
Really nice work. 👍👍👍 where did you get the scissors jack? I have 3 suggestions. 1) (Well more of an admonishment) Use a push stick. That's no way to file your nails.😁 2) Create a pair of long post tightening handles, for the jack, to stand above the jack. 3) Find a way to permanently attach a digital caliper, to be able to make, accurate, micro adjustments. The "iGaging EZ-Cal X-Large" Digital Display Calipers" is the best ~$35 you will ever spend. Available on the big "A". (YT does not like the real name) 😁✌🖖
@rojobemusic375411 ай бұрын
I got my scissor jack from an online shopping site here in Thailand. There are many variations available on other shopping sites
@RosaStringWorks11 ай бұрын
Thank you my friend. Nice job on the sander.
@s2dve11 ай бұрын
Wouldn't you need to use a tone wood? At least for the top?
@rojobemusic375411 ай бұрын
These instruments are very different to most others, the way I am making these is almost identical to the genuine sanshin I used to have and I've already successfully made several other instruments using this wood
@jamesakers117511 ай бұрын
Absolutely amazing work. It definitely saves on shop space and cost to build. Great video mate. Will you offer plans and a parts list ?
@rojobemusic375411 ай бұрын
Well thank you James, I really appreciate your comment. Unfortunately I'm not very good with writing/drawing plans but it is a good idea and I will definitely consider it
@kickhisassseabass31811 ай бұрын
I approve of this project
@rojobemusic375411 ай бұрын
Why thank you 😊
@kickhisassseabass31811 ай бұрын
@@rojobemusic3754 🙏💚😎
@kickhisassseabass31811 ай бұрын
Also saves a lot of space
@kickhisassseabass31811 ай бұрын
If you type in stainless steel router lift table some cheap ones come up but not sure if they're sturdy enough. Maybe some luthery site sells them for brace repair. Cheers
@rojobemusic375411 ай бұрын
I'm sure it would be sturdy enough. The one I used is actually a lift table, but for soldering etc.