My latest build
I just wanted to share my latest build - a 7-string acoustic baritone using an Undercrown Shade cigar box.
27" scale, piezo pickup, and Fishman preamp.
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Hybrid guitars?
So, question for fellow builders. Has anyone attempted to build a hybrid, a la Charlie Hunter? He is known for his hybrid builds (like a 7 string with 4 electric/3 bass strings). I was looking into something along the lines of a 4 string (3 electric
Read more…Scarf Joints........arghhh
Greetings Again Nation......
Another question for those who dabble with scarf joints for the headstock/neck: I don't use power tools exept my dremmel and drill so all my cuts are by hand. But my scarf joint cuts are uneven and require a lot of extr
Read more…Resonators and tailpieces
Greetings Nation,
So I have several builds under my belt (pictures on my page) and I am wanting to try a resonator build as my next project. I've seen some really cool build but I am having trouble finding anything I can use for the resonator. I wa
Read more…String Questions?
Is it normal for the strings to sit so high from the body/fret board? I have built 2 (pics are on my profile) and have the same problem with both. Maybe I need to use something different for the nut/bridge??
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