Hopefully a place where information can be shared on mainly Alvarez guitars and banjo's, Alvarez Yairi models, and even S. Yairi and K. Yairi models. Since the Alvarez board seems to have stopped functioning (since March 09) I'm hoping that all those that used that board to find answers and ask questions, will find this group so we can continue to share info on our new and vintage guitars!
Note: Negative posters will be removed from group, this forum is meant for a group of people that are positive and willing to share info, not a place to vent or harass other members!
Hi There, I just posted this same question on another forum which looks like is no longer active. My questions are import/export CITES based; that is: (1) Do
thanks again, my guitar had 35 years of "fluff" much of which were tiny fibres from the hard case lining. There was also a heap of dust. Exfoliated skin etc.
That's good news... it didn't look like it had any in your photo's, but I know from past experiences that the clouding doesn't always show up in photo's. It
Wiping down a guitar with a "damp" well rung out rag is okay, however I wouldn't recommend (especially on inside surfaces) using a wet rag. I usually use a