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107 Comments
I still own my 2 NBN (R-1 and R-2) and love them. I was a dealer in the 70's for NBN. The store was in Dallas and it was BMC guitars. Our #1 focus was repair, building, a very small selection of new brands, and offered good old used (vintage had not permeated the world yet). Starting in late 72' we sold Martin brand new we then added 2 more lines by 74', NBN and Tut Taylor . In 76' we became the first Larivee dealer in Texas. The NBN and Krimmel guitars were way ahead of the rest of us. A tip of the hat to those old boys. Great site. I just wished I bought everything we brought into the store and sold!
What a beautiful collection of photographs. Loved seeing Andy and Kat
I have an R2 that was my graduation present from college. I'm a Bennett by marriage, having been married to Andy Bennett. I love that this page exists. Whenever I haul out my guitar people "Ooooh and Ahhhhh." They were fine instruments. Andy continues to build at Cripple Creek Guitars in Manitou Springs, CO.
I bought an NBN from you many years ago. Model R-1 or R-2 number 121. I hope you are well.
Gina, I remember your time at NBN very well.You did wonderful work for us and were a joy to be around. I ran into your brother, John, a couple of years ago and it was great to make the Etra connection after all of that time. Call me if you get to Boulder. (Nova Scotia? It sounds interesting) Reb
I just read Reb's note from Nov 22, 2009. In doing so my wife asked me what was the mistique about the NBN guitar that has lasted for so many years...playability, sound, or did it just make you play better? While it's all of the above I think that some of it is knowing the care and enjoyment of building an instrument that they, Reb, Monty and the rest of the NBN folks, put their heart and soul into and were proud of. Bill
Dear Reb,
My name is Gina Stick, but it used to be Gina Janowitz. I was watching Paul Simon on TV tonight, and I recalled with great fondness the time I worked for you and Monty, doing inlay in Longmont - the guitar Paul Simon was playing reminded me of NBN, as I knew you had made one for him. Likely you don't remember me, but I still have a soft spot for you and for the beautiful work you did, and also the humor and warmth of you and Monty. I still remember my first day, when, nervously holding the drill press to drill for my first inlay, Monty sneaked up behind me and shocked me nearly out of my skin - I almost ruined the neck as I jumped out of my seat. I loved the time i spent there, and sharing in your world and your vision.
Warm regards to you after all these years. Gina (i like in Nova Scotia Canada now)
I am amazed at the interest level and the kind comments regarding the NBN instruments that we produced so many years ago! What a wonderful experience it was to be involved with these great people and and these great instruments. I am retired as of July,2009 and am currently carving a neck for my brother,Andy Bennett, who is again building a wonderful guitar line in Manitou Springs, Co. His company is called Cripple Creek Guitars. I am enjoying the chance to work wood again. My NBN's are in perfect condition and provide me with great pleasure when played or when I just sit back and enjoy the quality workmanship and appearance they provide. Thank you all for your comments. They are the supreme validation for the work we so enjoyed doing.
I am looking for a style two or three in brazilian, preferably.
Thanks,
Al
Site looks great! I have forwarded it on to all of my family members who will certainly remember my Uncle playing his NBN classical guitar!
Rebecca
