What Rice Guitars has in store for me

odiemann · August 16th, 2006, 12:28 PM

I wanted to share this. The attention to my input and the professional guidance of Rich Rice is unparalled. If you are in the market for a custom or semi-custom guitar, they are worth a hard look.

Scotland · August 16th, 2006, 01:22 PM

wow, that's beautiful. It must be very light in weight too, it's levitating !
Seriously good looking finish on a great piece of wood !!!!

cook · August 16th, 2006, 01:28 PM

Are you teasing us by only showing the backside?

Pete Galati · August 16th, 2006, 01:34 PM

Rich Rice's sky hook would be less impresive from the front side

odiemann · August 16th, 2006, 02:21 PM

You noticed what effect I was going for, drat you!

Rich Rice · August 16th, 2006, 02:24 PM

Hey now... those wire hangers don't grow on trees, ya know...

Seriously, thanks for the nice words. Very much appreciated. This was (is) a refin with some serious additions in store for Odie's axe.

Pete Galati · August 16th, 2006, 02:44 PM

The Northrup Proximity Effect:

Some say that that's what made the Arlington Heights Hamers better.

Rich Rice · August 16th, 2006, 05:32 PM

Hamer's shop was 3 blocks from here, closer than any gas stations... Boy, I miss going over there...

Pete Galati · August 16th, 2006, 07:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rich@wildriceband.com

Hamer's shop was 3 blocks from here, closer than any gas stations... Boy, I miss going over there...

I visited the Hamer factory once, must have been in the early '80s. Talked to... who's the other guy? Not Paul Hamer (who left by now), who politely told me that I should be building my own necks, and wouldn't let me see the factory. Said it wasn't that interesting (or something to that effect).

Edit: Jol Dantzig

ramseybella · August 16th, 2006, 07:34 PM

Show us the front???

zombywoof · August 16th, 2006, 08:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by odiemann

I wanted to share this. The attention to my input and the professional guidance of Rich Rice is unparalled. If you are in the market for a custom or semi-custom guitar, they are worth a hard look.

+1 based on my experience. Congrats, knowing the Rice Clan it will be a beauty. Keep posting the pix so we can all see that gitbox taking shape.

Here is one of the pix Rich just sent me of mine - its coming together.

johnny guitar · August 16th, 2006, 11:10 PM

I live near the Rices and so I have seen and played several of their guitars. The problem I have is that I want to take every single one of them home with me. Each one of them is a work of art. It is like seeing a Monet painting, where you go, oh yeah, it would be incredible to have that one, and that one, and that one... I suppose part of the allure is their reasonable price; since I know could afford any ONE of their guitars, I find myself drooling over all of them. Well, not quite all. Rich likes those Bigsby things, and I am too simple a player for that--I got to learn the notes before I get around to shakin' them up like that....

Great pix, and I have to say Odieman, I see an old man's face in that back shot, with his nose facing into the center of the guitar, above his long gray beard.... (maybe not an old man; maybe its just a Hippie)

odiemann · August 17th, 2006, 08:24 AM

Update and much requested face shot.

zombywoof · August 17th, 2006, 10:11 AM

Gotta say, that is one elegant guitar. An early congrats. Is that the same finish Rich used on the B-Guard? It really is beautiful. What neck shape did you decide on?

As far as I can figure there are three of us who will be playing Rice Customs in the near future - you, me and Beach (not sure if he has received his creamsicle delight yet).

odiemann · August 17th, 2006, 10:24 AM

Well, I have learned over time that deeper profiles and the 1 5/8" nut work best for me. This is after several necks in the .88 - .94 that did not work too well. Therefore, I went with the 1" club that Rich shapes near the headstock to fit better. It is a two piece body with pretty stock-style hardware.

And I do believe it is the same finish as his blackguards.

You got me drooling, man!

Wild Rice Chris · August 17th, 2006, 10:33 AM

The finish is a little more towards the natural side of things, but still basically the same Copal color.

Rich Rice · August 17th, 2006, 10:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by odiemann

Update and much requested face shot.

I love the big tone knot. It *makes* this guitar for me.

Better than a serial number, too.

odiemann · August 17th, 2006, 10:56 AM

But

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but still basically the same Copal color.
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(in the vernacular) You gosta tell me whacha talkin' 'bout young main.

Wild Rice Chris · August 17th, 2006, 11:03 AM

I named the color Copal. Although there aren't any insect inclusions. ;)

Quote:

An example of natural fake amber is Copal. Copal looks like amber - light yellow or brown and clear with natural insect inclusions.

http://www.paleodirect.com/amberversuscopal1.htm

odiemann · August 17th, 2006, 11:06 AM

Alrighty then, I thought it was a direct, scientific reference; as are many of your responses. I ordered those outlaw saddles based on some past posts of yours, is that still your pref?

Wild Rice Chris · August 17th, 2006, 11:15 AM

I have a small stash of them not on guitars...My own guitars have been sitting in pieces neglected for a few months while I work on everybody else's. The only "together" tele I have is my '78 with the 70's saddles.

I like the outlaw saddles. I like the brass ones, I like the twang set, I like the stainless steel saddles. No problems with Dale or his saddles.

Fuzzyhead · August 17th, 2006, 11:26 AM

Awesome! Very cool guitar! I'd love to have that one! PERFECT!

odiemann · August 17th, 2006, 11:31 AM

Quote:

I like the outlaw saddles. I like the brass ones, I like the twang set, I like the stainless steel saddles. No problems with Dale or his saddles.

That may be a little too non-commital an answer????!!! Carry on troop!

Wild Rice Chris · August 17th, 2006, 11:35 AM

I was just saying I have and like all of those. Variety is a good thing. :)

odiemann · August 17th, 2006, 11:40 AM

Until you get married.

August 16th, 2006, 12:28 PM	#1 (permalink)
odiemann Tele-Afflicted Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Denver Age: 41 Posts: 1,406	What Rice Guitars has in store for me I wanted to share this. The attention to my input and the professional guidance of Rich Rice is unparalled. If you are in the market for a custom or semi-custom guitar, they are worth a hard look.

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Scotland Poster Extraordinaire Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Aberdeen, Scotland, Yewrup Age: 54 Posts: 6,411 3 Photos	wow, that's beautiful. It must be very light in weight too, it's levitating ! Seriously good looking finish on a great piece of wood !!!! __________________ All those who believe in psycho-kinesis, raise my hand !

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odiemann Tele-Afflicted Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Denver Age: 41 Posts: 1,406	Sneaky Pete You noticed what effect I was going for, drat you!

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Rich Rice Friend of Leo's Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: In a dream world.. Just ask my wife. Age: 53 Posts: 2,523 11 Photos	Hey now... those wire hangers don't grow on trees, ya know... Seriously, thanks for the nice words. Very much appreciated. This was (is) a refin with some serious additions in store for Odie's axe. __________________ Please visit my website! If you are driven to play, you will find a way.

August 16th, 2006, 05:32 PM	#8 (permalink)
Rich Rice Friend of Leo's Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: In a dream world.. Just ask my wife. Age: 53 Posts: 2,523 11 Photos	Hamer's shop was 3 blocks from here, closer than any gas stations... Boy, I miss going over there... __________________ Please visit my website! If you are driven to play, you will find a way.

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cook Tele-Meister Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: California Posts: 193 2 Photos	Are you teasing us by only showing the backside?

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Pete Galati R.I.P. Poster Extraordinaire Join Date: Mar 2006 Posts: 8,104 2 Photos	Rich Rice's sky hook would be less impresive from the front side

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Pete Galati R.I.P. Poster Extraordinaire Join Date: Mar 2006 Posts: 8,104 2 Photos	The Northrup Proximity Effect: Some say that that's what made the Arlington Heights Hamers better.

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ramseybella Tele-Afflicted Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Santa Fe New Mexico Posts: 1,042 48 Photos	Show us the front???

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johnny guitar Tele-Meister Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Chicago NW burb Age: 45 Posts: 197	I live near the Rices and so I have seen and played several of their guitars. The problem I have is that I want to take every single one of them home with me. Each one of them is a work of art. It is like seeing a Monet painting, where you go, oh yeah, it would be incredible to have that one, and that one, and that one... I suppose part of the allure is their reasonable price; since I know could afford any ONE of their guitars, I find myself drooling over all of them. Well, not quite all. Rich likes those Bigsby things, and I am too simple a player for that--I got to learn the notes before I get around to shakin' them up like that.... Great pix, and I have to say Odieman, I see an old man's face in that back shot, with his nose facing into the center of the guitar, above his long gray beard.... (maybe not an old man; maybe its just a Hippie) __________________ Enjoy it while you have it....

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odiemann Tele-Afflicted Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Denver Age: 41 Posts: 1,406	Update and much requested face shot.

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zombywoof Friend of Leo's Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Back in the Heartland Posts: 2,860 17 Photos	Gorgeous Gotta say, that is one elegant guitar. An early congrats. Is that the same finish Rich used on the B-Guard? It really is beautiful. What neck shape did you decide on? As far as I can figure there are three of us who will be playing Rice Customs in the near future - you, me and Beach (not sure if he has received his creamsicle delight yet). __________________ "I don't play a lot of fancy guitar. I don't want to play it. The kind of guitar I want to play is mean, mean licks." John Lee Hooker

August 17th, 2006, 10:24 AM	#15 (permalink)
odiemann Tele-Afflicted Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Denver Age: 41 Posts: 1,406	Well, I have learned over time that deeper profiles and the 1 5/8" nut work best for me. This is after several necks in the .88 - .94 that did not work too well. Therefore, I went with the 1" club that Rich shapes near the headstock to fit better. It is a two piece body with pretty stock-style hardware. And I do believe it is the same finish as his blackguards. You got me drooling, man!

August 17th, 2006, 10:33 AM	#16 (permalink)
Wild Rice Chris Friend of Leo's Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Rice Custom Dungeon Posts: 2,830 24 Photos	The finish is a little more towards the natural side of things, but still basically the same Copal color. __________________ --Insert Signature Here-- Enjoy, and please visit my homepage.

August 17th, 2006, 11:06 AM	#20 (permalink)
odiemann Tele-Afflicted Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Denver Age: 41 Posts: 1,406	Alrighty then, I thought it was a direct, scientific reference; as are many of your responses. I ordered those outlaw saddles based on some past posts of yours, is that still your pref?

August 17th, 2006, 11:15 AM	#21 (permalink)
Wild Rice Chris Friend of Leo's Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Rice Custom Dungeon Posts: 2,830 24 Photos	I have a small stash of them not on guitars...My own guitars have been sitting in pieces neglected for a few months while I work on everybody else's. The only "together" tele I have is my '78 with the 70's saddles. I like the outlaw saddles. I like the brass ones, I like the twang set, I like the stainless steel saddles. No problems with Dale or his saddles. __________________ --Insert Signature Here-- Enjoy, and please visit my homepage.

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Fuzzyhead Tele-Afflicted Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Bonn (Yer-up) Age: 25 Posts: 1,350 23 Photos	Awesome! Very cool guitar! I'd love to have that one! PERFECT! __________________ about me: blog, photos & musical preferences

August 17th, 2006, 11:35 AM	#24 (permalink)
Wild Rice Chris Friend of Leo's Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Rice Custom Dungeon Posts: 2,830 24 Photos	I was just saying I have and like all of those. Variety is a good thing. :) __________________ --Insert Signature Here-- Enjoy, and please visit my homepage.

August 17th, 2006, 11:40 AM	#25 (permalink)
odiemann Tele-Afflicted Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Denver Age: 41 Posts: 1,406	Until you get married.