After much harsh solvents and sealants, the yoke sounds like this (through a Hunter palo).
(4 part Col Fraser complete w/reed making stiff hands))
http://www.box.net/shared/fz5xv1rgs4
It works, it’s easy, blablabla. for my ears 'twould be fine or a live band gig where tone didn’t matter that much and cutting through did.