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Forum: Tonefreaks 06-05-2013, 05:40 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 1,424
Posted By martin6string
I stand corrected - sprague bumblebees are all paper in oil

I guess we all learn something new everyday. For years, many of us, me included, were under the assumption that original Sprague Bumblebee capacitors (actual Sprague trade name “Black Beauty” or “TV...
Forum: Tonefreaks 12-24-2012, 06:04 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 577
Posted By martin6string
A quick tip regarding putting knobs on pot shafts

We've seen this happen many times (and have even done it ourself!) so we thought we'd bring it up here:

When putting knobs on pot shafts, it's a very good idea to put some pressure on the back of...
Forum: Vendor Classifieds 11-22-2012, 10:49 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 498
Posted By martin6string
Black Friday / Cyber Monday Sale @ MSSC!

From tonight at 10:00PM EST to Monday at Midnight EST, we are running a STOREWIDE sale on our website.

Use coupon code mssc11 to get 11% off everything in our store. Why 11%? We'll we've got...
Forum: Vendor Classifieds 09-05-2012, 12:25 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 768
Posted By martin6string
New Product - Les Paul Jr "Cocked Wah" Wiring Harness @ MSSC

At the request of some tone savvy customers, we were asked to develop a Les Paul JrŽ wiring harness that would allow for some tonal variety not normally achievable from a stock configuration but...
Forum: Historics & Reissues 08-29-2012, 08:03 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 856
Posted By martin6string
Historic Makeover Pix - Flying V and Explorer

From my good pal, Kim, at Historic Makeovers:

http://i669.photobucket.com/albums/vv54/mjmartin1970/i-98DxMbh.jpg

http://i669.photobucket.com/albums/vv54/mjmartin1970/i-DWFQFXj.jpg
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Forum: Historics & Reissues 08-23-2011, 04:13 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,032
Posted By martin6string
My R7 Goldtop makeover by Davenport Custom Guitars

Just got my R7 back from Bob Davenport of Davenport Custom Guitars. As some of you guys know, Bob is the man behind our aged parts line, but also does incredible relic work. I was after a medium...
Forum: Vendor Classifieds 04-29-2011, 12:29 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 655
Posted By martin6string
Exclusive: Martin Six String Custom Signature Humbucker Sets

We had our friends at MHD (Mad House Designs - Captcoolaid) wind us some signature pickups sets. Both are available in double black or zebra bobbins. We should have these in stock by the end of...
Forum: Vendor Classifieds 04-22-2011, 05:35 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 700
Posted By martin6string
FS: Demo Les Paul and Strat Harness at deep discount

I've got one of each. Both are in perfect working order and I've cleaned up all the solder joints.

(1) Les Paul Short Shaft 50's Prewired Harness - CTS 550K Premium Audio Taper Short Shaft Pots...
Forum: Historics & Reissues 04-21-2011, 06:28 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,067
Posted By martin6string
My R8 Makeover with Model Pix

BCRGreg did a makeover on my bourbon burst R8. It's nothing short of stunning. Very convincing checking and playing wear, aged up hardware, plastic etc...I LOVE this thing. We took it to Dallas...
Forum: MLP Meets 04-18-2011, 10:42 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,370
Posted By martin6string
Pix from the Dallas Guitar Show 2011

Just got home from the airport, but I thought I'd throw up some quick photo's. The show was a HUGE success!!

Martin Six String Customs Booth Backdrop (well, part of it at least)
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Forum: Vendor Classifieds 04-04-2011, 06:31 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,228
Posted By martin6string
Crazy Cool New Product Offering

My partner is very gifted when it comes to wood working and finishing. He just started turning pens and we are offering them in my store. Not exactly "high end guitar electronics", but way cool...
Forum: Vendor Classifieds 03-22-2011, 11:16 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 736
Posted By martin6string
I'm Overwhelmed! Thank You!

I can't say how much I appreciate the business that you folks have entrusted with me. The kind words, the sales, the referrals etc...

I just want to take the time to say thank you and I...
Forum: Tonefreaks 03-13-2011, 04:58 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,192
Posted By martin6string
Some interesting info regarding 50's Bee's, Black Beauty's and Grey Tiger Capacitors

Compiled some information on my blog site.

Hope you find it useful :)

Article...
Forum: The Backstage 02-24-2011, 09:28 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 957
Posted By martin6string
Colloborating with Warrior Guitars

I'll be supplying electronics for the fine folks at Warrior Guitars (http://www.warriorinstruments.com). I made a short blog post on my site if you'd like more details.

These guitars look KILLER!...
Forum: Tonefreaks 01-12-2011, 12:04 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,047
Posted By martin6string
Buying a cheap soldering iron?

Don't. I've been using a 40 watt iron from Radio Shack and until I got a Weller Soldering Station, I never knew how much of a piece of junk it really was.

Like any other craft, have the right...
Forum: Tonefreaks 01-11-2011, 12:16 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 722
Posted By martin6string
Testing guitar circuit continuity

Took some time to throw up a blog post on my site (http://www.martinsixstringcustoms.com/blog/news/how-to-test-continuity-on-guitar-wiring/) with a quick tutorial on testing continuity in a guitar...
Forum: The Backstage 01-09-2011, 05:51 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 281
Posted By martin6string
Dear Spammers

This is a guitar forum.

We are not going to buy your cheap sneakers or Louis Vuitton purse knockoffs that some poor worker in China made for $.10 per hour. We are not going to buy your flat...
Forum: Vendor Classifieds 12-27-2010, 06:49 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 410
Posted By martin6string
End of Year Sale 2010 at Martin Six String Customs

http://i669.photobucket.com/albums/vv54/mjmartin1970/BizLogo.jpg

From now until January 1, 2011, I'm running a 10% off sale on everything in the store. Worldwide shipping via USPS Priority Mail....
Forum: Vendor Classifieds 12-26-2010, 01:59 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,335
Posted By martin6string
Martin Six String Customs is BACK!!

Took a bit of a hiatus, but I'm back in biz. I'm selling Prewired Electronics Harnesses, Prewired Switches, Wiring Upgrade Kits, and NOS Paper in Oil Capacitors.

If anyone on MLP is interested in...
Forum: The Backstage 11-27-2010, 04:20 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 399
Posted By martin6string
Threw up a website...

Dedicated to my gear and love for all things guitar. Check it out if you like and let me know whatcha think :)

MartinSixString | Guitars ~ Amps ~ Effects ~ Tone Discussion...
Forum: The Backstage 11-22-2010, 11:20 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 616
Posted By martin6string
Prayer Request

My best friend was just diagnosed with prostrate cancer. Prayers for Steve would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks.
Forum: Fender 09-24-2010, 09:07 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,747
Posted By martin6string
My '69 Relic Strat is done!

First off, many thanks to Jonesy for the help with the wiring issues I had and the helpful hints for the aging process :)

Here's what the guitar looked like stock when I got it:
...
Forum: The Backstage 08-24-2010, 04:06 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 691
Posted By martin6string
Prayer Request

Not going into details, but if you folks would be so kind, please keep my family and I in your prayers, or good vibes or whatever.

Thanks so much. I really appreciate it.
Forum: The Backstage 08-07-2010, 12:37 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 297
Posted By martin6string
Thank You, Jonesy!

Every once in awhile we need to remind those who take good care of us how much we appreciate it.

I've done a good amount of business with Jonesy and he is truly a pleasure to deal with. It's very...
Forum: Historics & Reissues 07-19-2010, 06:39 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,637
Posted By martin6string
My Les Paul Historic Collection (WARNING: PIC HEAVY)

R4 - TonePros Studs, Jonsey Harness w/ 50's Bee's

http://i669.photobucket.com/albums/vv54/mjmartin1970/IMG_2660.jpg
http://i669.photobucket.com/albums/vv54/mjmartin1970/IMG_2661.jpg

R6 -...
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