Is
this guy cool or what?
She arrived safely. I've only played her
for a few minutes, but she feels like an old friend. The unplugged
tone is warm and resonant like an old well played jazz box. She's
actually a lot smaller than I imagined. I was worried that the neck
might be too big, but it is astonishingly comfortable. I can't wait
to get home and plug her in. am I her first owner? It's hard to
believe that such an awesome work of art would go unappreciated
for five years! I'm glad she was waiting for me to discover her.
Thank you Alex, your artistry is beyond my clumsy words.... Chris
(MO)
I've had Mimi for a month
and a half, and I literally have played her everyday. I LOVE that
guitar! The neck feels so perfect. The other day I played a friends
guitar (a Rickenbacker) for a few minutes and the neck felt so...WRONG...it
also felt like it might break in half at any minute...but back
to Mimi, I'm amazed at the range of tones your switching system
gets. Also, she seems to have a symbiotic relationship with my
amplifier (a THD Flexi 50). I couldn't be happier. Thanks
again, Chris (MO)
Salutations Master
Craftsman,
I too am a Zachary. I am certain that with your keen eye you have
discoverd that the last name is Gray, in between there is an Allen
which is funny, because that is defined as "Harmony" in some circles.
Mom said that she knew my name before I was born, that my name
was chosen by God, and given to her. I believe that Mimi and I
have somehow or another met before. Perhaps She went by the name
Timberley Woods. None the less for a youngster hillbilly from
the backwoods (see attached) such as myself she appeared to be
solid with great lines and a bit of an attitude, or flair all
her own. She certainly appears to be built with someone a bit
out of the ordinary in mind. Besides the obvious celibration of
the discovery of this previously unobtainable material, may I
ask what inspired such a whimsical delivery? She's a knockout.
The scooter's not bad either. Makes me want to take down Dad's
old western Flyer with headlights and get her looking good again.
Never surender, Zach in Dallas
Timberley Woods,
maybe, in another life. I don't know where Mimi came from. She
just came to me one day as an inspiration. I wanted something
comical, yet serious under that cheesy makeup. You describe Mimi
perfectly. I don't know where these guitars come from. Heck I
don't even consider myself a guitar builder or a woodworker. Its
like its not me doing it. I just woke up one day and had a calling
to do it. This proves you need to know nothing and its better
if you don't. I do it by intuition, by instinct. You however do
need to have someone whisper things in your ears and guide your
hands and give you the strength to keep going. I hope I continue
to get this guidance because I am nothing without it. Alex
Hey Alex, I recorded a solo album (me
playing all the instruments & singing) that's available for free
download here: http://deadlanguagerecords.com/christophertrull.html
every speck of guitar, except the slide guitar on track nine, was
done with Mimi. Musically, it may not be your style, but I thought
you might dig hearing what one of your 'kids' was up to. Chris
The guy who got Mimi is really
cool. Those songs are well done and the “clang” of the guitar is
right on. It is a cool combination of guitar vibes from low-fi punk
to early King Crimson era Fripp. Eli
The new guitars look amazing...especially Ianeke.
I LOVE the idea of a Zach forum. Fun times, that would be, I'm sure.
Mimi's still wonderful. I played a show the other day with a band
I've known for a long time. During soundcheck, the guitarist in
the other band came running up to the stage because he HAD to know
what guitar I was playing. He said it sounded "like bells". Here's
a photo from that show (I'm whistling, that's why I have such an
odd look on my face)...and one of the whole band too, keep it up...
Chris
The following four pics are of this guitar and the way it looks in January 2012, played and enjoyed for over 10 years after it was made.
Chris, Mimi's owner has this to say.
hey, i just saw your new ZT (101211) & felt compelled to write. i love that guitar. it reminds me a lot of mine (Mimi) because it's a bare bones rock machine, with some hip 50's/60's styling. it's like a tricked out vintage muscle car.
anyway, i hope you're doing well. i still play Mimi every chance i get. i've actually thought about taking some photos to send you so you can see how daily play has aged her. there's definitely signs of being 'well loved' & the colors have muted noticeably, but she still plays wonderfully & looks great. I was just marveling at the fact that the sticker accents on the pickguard have lasted so long - it's pretty amazing. also, i realized what it was about that new ZT that reminded so much of MIMI - the pine body & maple neck! look at the grains in the wood of both guitars - totally similar! they're like sisters! best, chris
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