This is such a great build! FWIW I don't particularly mind the neck being darker
This is such a great build! FWIW I don't particularly mind the neck being darker
#001 (LP-1S) [finished - co-runner up Nov 2018 GOTM]
#002 (WL-1)
#003 (MPL Megacaster - semi scratch build) [finished]
#004 (ST-1 JR - Arachnoid Superhero build) [finished]
#005 (LP jr)
#006 (TL-1A)
Junk shop acoustic refurbs (various)
'The TGS Special'
After much procrastination went with straight true oil as the finish. Will come up nicely I think and the neck will be a touch darker. The Qld Maple will darken a touch more as this is only first coat.
Tony
Nice reverse contrast. Darker neck does have tons of appeal.
# 1 - EX-5 https://goo.gl/fQJMqh
# 2 - EX-1 https://goo.gl/KSY9W9
# 3 - Non PBG Tele https://goo.gl/W14G5g
# 4 - Non PBG J Bass https://goo.gl/FbBaFy
# 5 - TL-1AR GOTM Aug 2017 https://goo.gl/sUh14s
# 6 - MMB-4 Runner-up GOTM Oct 2018https://goo.gl/gvrPkp
# 7 - ES-1 Runner-up GOTM Aug 2018https://goo.gl/T9BEY8
With a lot of 'roasted' maple necks around now, a darker neck is very much in vogue.
After a bit of a break did some finalisation assembly before the last few coats of tru oil on the body and got the placements right for screw holes. Test fitted the Obsidian wire three way prewired assembly (these are worth checking out-made in NZ) and all good. Has quick connect arrangement so no soldering and easy pickup changes.
Epoxy final sanded to 2000 and wondering if anyone had some tips on polishing epoxy for max shine.
Tony
So while patting myself on the back for how well this seems to be going, there is always the opportunity to do dumb shit and create an "opportunity for learning".
Tony
I'd just do the same as I do for for automotive finish to polish. 1500-2000 grit wet and dry until it's flat, then machine cutting compound, then polish then swirl remover like Meguires Scratch X.
Bugger about the dent.
EDIT - or drill thru maybe?
Build 1 - Shoegazer MK1 JMA-1
Build 2 - The Relliecaster TL-1
Build 3 - The Black Cherry SG AG-1
Build 4 - The Sonicaster TL-1ish
Build 5 - The Steampunker Bass YB-4
Build 6 - The Howling Gowing ST-1
"What I lack in talent I make up for with enthusiasm"
Could you route out a bit more of the recess to take up the damage and make a custom back plate?
Build 1 - Shoegazer MK1 JMA-1
Build 2 - The Relliecaster TL-1
Build 3 - The Black Cherry SG AG-1
Build 4 - The Sonicaster TL-1ish
Build 5 - The Steampunker Bass YB-4
Build 6 - The Howling Gowing ST-1
"What I lack in talent I make up for with enthusiasm"
Acoustics:
1995 Maton EM725C - Solid 'A' Spruce Top, QLD Walnut B&S, AP5 Pickup
2015 Ibanez AEL108MD-NT - Laminated Spruce top, Laminated Mahogany B&S, Fishman Sonicore Pickup
Electrics:
Pitbull LP-1S - http://www.buildyourownguitar.com.au...ead.php?t=5745
Carsen Superstrat Rebuild - http://www.buildyourownguitar.com.au...ead.php?t=6284
Builds in Progress:
Silent Guitar Semi-Scratch Build - http://www.buildyourownguitar.com.au...ead.php?t=6809