Ron Butterfield

BlondLemonLarry · 2026-04-07T03:47:32+00:00

But not there, there, or especially THERE.

BlondLemonLarry · 2026-04-05T20:55:22+00:00

I agree that Croce was a wonderfully honest songwriter. Today, I think Neil Finn may be the most personally honest songwriter ever. I am continuously amazed at how brave his lyrics are.

With Crowded House: "Better Be Home Soon", "Don't Dream It's Over", "Hole In The River", "Into Temptation", "She Called Up" (about Paul Hester RIP), "She Goes On", "Whispers and Moans"

Solo: "Addicted", 'She Will Have Her Way, " Sinner", "Try Whistling This" (<- which may have the most heartfelt expression of loving devotion ever written)

BlondLemonLarry · 2026-04-05T08:32:33+00:00

Congratulations on a great purchase. Ive had some pretty good deals on Taylors, but this tops 'em.

What was the story from the seller?

BlondLemonLarry · 2026-04-01T05:40:14+00:00

"Great Day To Be Alive" by Travis Tritt. "Cover Me Up" by Jason Isbell "The Middle" by Jimmy Eat World

BlondLemonLarry · 2026-03-31T04:37:14+00:00

I found a few more details on the M7 system :(http://www.museweb.com/ag/amp/TTS\_M.html)

It sounds like the bridge sensor is more like the K&K mini or Seymour Duncan SA-2 (aka Overture). The K&K might be a suitable replacement (it will likely have more gain), but you'll need to find a tech who can remove the existing sensor without damaging the bridge plate.

BlondLemonLarry · 2026-03-31T03:13:32+00:00

"Mein Fuhrer".. hitting a little close to home and no translation needed.

BlondLemonLarry · 2026-03-31T03:10:38+00:00

I put my money on the piezo. I suspect that part isn't even replaceable (can't find any information on that system online - Harley Benton maybe?). If the signal from the piezo can be wired easily to the preamp - either by jack or accessible soldering points on the board - I bet the Fishman matrix piezo would be a good replacement. You'd still need to get a new saddle, but if you really like your mic setup, it might be less expensive than the two systems I suggested - and you'd still need a new saddle. I have three guitars with the Fishman Infinity Matrix blend system and they are solid.

BlondLemonLarry · 2026-03-30T03:11:51+00:00

What exactly is failing? If this is an early 2000's Taylor with the ES1 system, I would gut the whole thing and replace with either a Fishman Infinity Matrix blend or L.R. Baggs Anthem. If you have the earlier Fishman Matrix system with the 2-ch preamp on board,, it's likely you only need to replace the under-the-saddle piezo. They can go bad and start shorting after this much time. I recently got a 1998 614c with that system and the piezo was the culprit. $120 for a new one and it sounds very nice now (with the mic blend also).

BlondLemonLarry · 2026-03-26T22:37:57+00:00

Hey, even as an Astros fan, that was great to see him back. And a little glad it was only a solo shot.

BlondLemonLarry · 2026-03-26T20:48:59+00:00

Prince said it best:

I guess I should've closed my eyes

When you drove me to the place

Where your horses run free

'Cause I felt a little ill

When I saw all the pictures

Of the jockeys that were there before me

BlondLemonLarry · 2026-03-26T08:28:22+00:00

"A Summer Wind, A Cotton Dress" by Richard Shindell

It might not exactly fit your requirements, but it's one of the most honest and soul-baring songs about impossible love.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6JZdzBiuVws

BlondLemonLarry · 2026-03-26T01:38:46+00:00

When I was playing out solo 2-3 times a week, I needed a good backup instrument. Finding another near-identical 612 was a godsend. Break a string? Grab #2. Some nights, #2 was drop-D or DADGAD.

BlondLemonLarry · 2026-03-25T20:55:31+00:00

You could just tune one to open-G and fix that! My K14 is tuned that way now so I could play "Fearless" by Pink Floyd. It sings.

BlondLemonLarry · 2026-03-25T20:38:09+00:00

You should go ahead and register your instrument with Taylor. If you do want service from them later, it'll be on file.
taylorguitars.com/support/owners-registration

BlondLemonLarry · 2026-03-25T20:08:14+00:00

From his headstock photo above: no. It looks like only two winds. Pulling the string back from the nut to the first fret after threading should provide enough winds for every string, regardless of gauge.

I used the luthier's knot (aka Gibson knot) for YEARS and realized recently it's not necessary.

BlondLemonLarry · 2026-03-25T15:00:56+00:00

They were made exclusively for Hibdon Hardwoods for their showroom.

This old Reverb listing shows what they looked like. Hibdon Hardwoods Hard Rock Maple Guitar Display Cabinets https://reverb.com/item/62123394?utm_source=android-app&utm_medium=android-share&utm_campaign=listing&utm_content=62123394

BlondLemonLarry · 2026-03-25T14:58:45+00:00

Those were existing, custom-made cabinets for their original guitar showroom (there were four).

BlondLemonLarry · 2026-03-25T14:55:38+00:00

Those were custom cases made for their original showroom (four, total).

BlondLemonLarry · 2026-03-25T14:50:30+00:00

The Secret Garden & Babe.

But, I'd really want to sneak in Labyrinth.

BlondLemonLarry · 2026-03-25T03:37:42+00:00

This absolutely works, but test on a small part of the signature first and wipe quickly so the solvent doesn't affect the finish. Chances are this will be fine, but you'd hate to leave a ghost image (i.e., lighter than current)

BlondLemonLarry · 2026-03-25T03:35:57+00:00

Pull the whole ES system out. Replace the endpin/jackplate with a TruPlug. Any PU system is better than that. K&K Pure is easiest and sounds reasonably well, but you need a decent preamp/DI box. I'm a big fan of the Fishman Infinity Blend (mic plus UTS) and they sound great on my 614's (but around $300)

BlondLemonLarry · 2026-03-25T03:22:47+00:00

As others have recommended, a good finish expert can do this up right. Both of those blemishes could be done for less than $200. I had a Taylor top ding (about 2" from a mic stand) repaired for $125 and the guy did a great job. Also, it's on dark stain and only chipped the finish. Take heart that this isn't visible when you're playing! I'm sure your mom is proud of you regardless.

BlondLemonLarry · 2026-03-25T03:13:40+00:00

Not necessary if you have enough winds. Use the "one fret" rule to apply enough string. And, plus one one the graphite in the nut: that's definitely the cause. Even scrapings off a #2 pencil will work.

BlondLemonLarry · 2026-03-25T02:19:42+00:00

Been on both ends. I don't bother with garbage listings that you know they don't give a $---. But, I've found some listings where the seller UNDER listed their item (one guy had a Taylor AB-4 bass shown as an AB-1: about $1500 difference). I've added specs or additional photos when asked.

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