I'm so glad you mentioned Bruce Dowd, Rick. I purposely didn't mention the fine places you have taken me to in Toronto as I felt that those are your stories. But I must tell you that I enjoyed poking around the nooks and crannies of Bruce's cubbyhole a great deal.

The Twelfth Fret is just plain "one of those shops". A wonderful place, with great instruments and accessories, and a staff that is savvy and willing to help.

Mick