Keith Hopwood.

OK, blokes and bonnies, back to the 60s: Keith Hopwood was the lead guitarist for Herman's Hermits. How did he get that unique ukulele-like sound out of his Gretsch Country Gentleman in the "Mrs. Brown You've Got a Lovely Daughter" recording? Answer: He tucked a folded towel in front of the saddle in order to dampen the sound of the strings. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IOfs8U_3NQk

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