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alprice - Posted - 05/30/2011: 08:11:51
The Flux is a newcomer to the banjo world, but since its patent was issued early this year, every Flux job I have done has been a success, and I think every banjo player should know about it. The easy and no-risk way of testing a Flux attachment is to install a Nechville neck. It's a completely reversible process that will show you how good your banjo can sound and feel.
Recently Tom Nechville took the opportunity to "flux up" an original Gibson. Prior to the operation, the action was way too high, and the bridge was too low. No amount of ajustment can fix that. But with a Flux capacitor and a neck refit, you have a completely new banjo with adjustable neck angle so you can use whatever height bridge you want, always with perfect action.
The fit to the body is improved because of the solid interface and greater surface area of attachment, and the solid mounting of the Flux piece itself to the coordinator rods. We have not done that many original neck conversions this way because there is no going back and most people like our necks better anyway, but it is an option and we think a good one for improving your banjo without going for a whole new neck.
Hey did you know that a secret benefit to owning an Atlas openback is that you get a free re-usable Flux capacitor on every one?
banjosam - Posted - 05/30/2011: 10:38:02
Hi Al! Sam Berlin - Dan Garrett's friend here. How much for a neck and Flux capacitor? It would be a 5-string dot inlay neck with or without tuning pegs. Do you need the pot? Sam
Goldstarman - Posted - 05/30/2011: 10:43:07
I think thats awsome because Nechville makes the best necks that can be found on a banjo period!
healingbalm - Posted - 05/31/2011: 05:27:34
Flux Capacitor?????
Isn't that used for time travel? I dont think I can play fast enough to generate the required 1.21 Jiggawatts required for lift off!
lol. Just kidding. But seriously, What exactly is a banjo flux capacitor?
Dan
Gymbal31 - Posted - 05/31/2011: 05:38:41
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Originally posted by healingbalm
Flux Capacitor?????
Isn't that used for time travel? I dont think I can play fast enough to generate the required 1.21 Jiggawatts required for lift off!
lol. Just kidding. But seriously, What exactly is a banjo flux capacitor?
Dan
youtube.com/watch?v=mjCRUvX2D0E
BobTheGambler - Posted - 05/31/2011: 08:30:23
It seems to be about the same thing as the old Kay neck adjuster, so its not exactly a new idea. My buddy has a 30's Kay Kraft venetian guitar with one and its pretty nifty.
healingbalm - Posted - 05/31/2011: 09:54:34
I was able to find info on it online. Very cool.
The only thing I dont understand is why it is made of metal? You would think they would make it from a block of good tone wood. I know the joint between the neck and the body is very important to the sound and I would think this joint being wood to wood would be better than having what is essentially a thick metal shim in there. Or am I missing something?
Bastertone - Posted - 05/31/2011: 13:36:27
The flux needs to be strong and small. The mass of the metal assures a long life and on my banjo generated a notable increase in volume without changing the timbre. The neck angle adjustments are so easy, can't be beat.
alprice - Posted - 06/01/2011: 07:16:45
Details on the conversion can be found on our web site: nechville.com/Flex-tone.php
You get full adjustment and easy removal, as though it were mounted on a Heli-Mount banjo. And its a Nechville neck.
dpete210 - Posted - 06/01/2011: 07:27:04
Here's a look at my Deering Hartford with the flux system. When the original Hartford maple neck warped about a year and a half ago and the warp was not fixable, I decided to go with a Nechville neck and what was then called a flux capacitor. 
It really is a remarkable system.
Edited by - dpete210 on 06/01/2011 07:29:09
xnavyguy - Posted - 06/01/2011: 08:51:21
I think this is the doo-hickey referred to above as the Kay neck adjuster. I used this on my junk parts open-back. It has a very limited range of adjustment, unlike Tom's Flux Capacitor. Even with the Kay adjuster, I still had to put shims behind it to get the neck set properly on my open-back.
Shorty - Posted - 06/01/2011: 11:57:13
I think that's one of the best thing's about a Banjo, it has enough Nut's and Screws to keep everyone busy and Happy in most cases I think if we spent as much time Picking as we spent Tinkering, we'd all be better off ! Just My Opinion !
Jim Yarboro Shorty
dpete210 - Posted - 06/02/2011: 11:59:05
Some folks tinker, some folks pick, some folks tinker and pick. The best improvements or innovations to an instrument in many cases come from those who tinker and pick. Who says you can't do both and be happy!
trapdoor2 - Posted - 06/02/2011: 12:53:52
The "Flux Capacitor" is a wonderful thing indeed. I have one and wouldn't leave home without it. 
Coolest thing is that once you have one, you can xfer it (and the neck) from 'jo to 'jo, mix and match, etc. I've been thinking about ordering a clawhammer style neck for mine as the pot has a two-piece flange (ie, removable so it can be easily played as an open-back).
Hey Al, is there a different FC for tenor/plectrum necks? They're narrower at the heel (4-string vs 5)...might be a market there!
alprice - Posted - 06/03/2011: 10:45:37
I would assume the same adapter would work, just some shaping of the neck
heel.
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Originally posted by trapdoor2
The "Flux Capacitor" is a wonderful thing indeed. I have one and wouldn't leave home without it.
Coolest thing is that once you have one, you can xfer it (and the neck) from 'jo to 'jo, mix and match, etc. I've been thinking about ordering a clawhammer style neck for mine as the pot has a two-piece flange (ie, removable so it can be easily played as an open-back).
Hey Al, is there a different FC for tenor/plectrum necks? They're narrower at the heel (4-string vs 5)...might be a market there!
alprice - Posted - 06/03/2011: 10:46:39
Sam, Prices vary depending on the neck. But give me a call at
747-2BA-NJOS.
Al
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Originally posted by banjosam
Hi Al! Sam Berlin - Dan Garrett's friend here. How much for a neck and Flux capacitor? It would be a 5-string dot inlay neck with or without tuning pegs. Do you need the pot? Sam
nechville - Posted - 06/05/2011: 08:13:16
Hi For all my banjo hangout friends, I'll include a free flux capacitor with a neck purchase, Officially the retail price is $300, but that would be if you just bought the kit, or already had a Nechville Neck. This special is only valid upon receiving a quote for doing the whole conversion, including parts, labor and shipping, but will generally be about what you see listed for prices of Nechville necks on our website. The point about the stable solidness of the neck mounting surface is the main reason the tone may be improved. If you like the current sound of your instrument, I am confident that after the conversion it will be as good or better in sound quality and volume.
Yellowhouseroad - Posted - 06/05/2011: 10:21:15
That sounds like something I would one day like to try! Traditional sound with the Nechville comfort. Pretty ingenious.
