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08-06-2025, 06:11 PM

DrNomis_44 started a thread Custom Big Muff Build. in DIY Pedals

Hey Everyone, I'm currently working on a custom Big Muff pedal build, using a phenolic Big Muff PCB I ordered online from PigeonFX which is based...

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11-06-2025, 08:51 AM

fender3x started a thread Removing tape sticky without removing finish in Finishing your guitar

My slowness has caught up with me and bitten me in the...lower back area. I used 3M vinyl tape on some binding, and blue painter's tape on a...

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25-06-2025, 03:48 AM

Slush started a thread No wiring diagrams for the ES-1TL in General support

Hey I bought the ES-1TL but can’t find any wiring diagrams. Do I have to use the wiring diagram for the ES-1G?

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01-07-2025, 02:48 AM

Pat Rodgers started a thread Hello all, new member here, first build is IB-4 in Welcome

Hello, everyone! I ordered and received my kit a few months ago, but just now able to get a start (move to new residence got in the way :) My plan...

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21-06-2025, 10:11 AM

fender3x started a thread Bulk parts, caps and resistors in Aftermarket Parts

There have been lots of discussions about different values of caps and resistors on these forums, and their use with tone controls, treble bleeds,...

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01-07-2025, 09:41 AM

Tgraham started a thread Build another guitar sure why not in My Build Diary

Thought I’d try a kit from an unnamed overseas source. Not the best idea I ever had, centre join of top veneer is not good so I might have to paint...

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06-07-2025, 10:12 AM

Tim Rattigan started a thread Blank Pickguard Materials are here at last! in Announcements

Alrighty there guitar fans, It's been a minute between drinks here, so apologies for my radio silence, but there is new product afoot! I have...

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Today, 02:53 AM

fender3x replied to a thread Blank Pickguard Materials are here at last! in Announcements

Hmmm... That sound's like fun. Any idea what cost+shipping would be to the US would be?

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06-07-2025, 07:00 PM

Trevor Davies replied to a thread Blank Pickguard Materials are here at last! in Announcements

Good to know. Plus, a great idea.

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06-07-2025, 03:00 PM

phrozin replied to a thread Phroz STA-1M, ST-M, TL-1 in My Build Diary

got a bit done I've got the es335 all sanded and finished putting new binding on it its ready to mask up and prime up I put new binding on the...

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05-07-2025, 07:56 AM

Trevor Davies replied to a thread TD's Acoustic (FH-5V) in My Build Diary

As long as the screw thread is mainly in the wood block it should not matter. Plus, no one will look inside :rolleyes:.

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05-07-2025, 07:49 AM

Trevor Davies replied to a thread Hello all, new member here, first build is IB-4 in Welcome

+1. I would normally sand up to 180 g or 240 g with for staining. I sand and then stain for my process. Have you considered the option of grain...

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05-07-2025, 04:58 AM

Pat Rodgers replied to a thread Hello all, new member here, first build is IB-4 in Welcome

No worries, fender3x, thanks for the advice!

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05-07-2025, 02:49 AM

fender3x replied to a thread Hello all, new member here, first build is IB-4 in Welcome

I should mention that I am not the greatest at staining, so others may want to chime in. I typically don't go finer than 220. The exception is on...

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05-07-2025, 02:26 AM

Pat Rodgers replied to a thread Hello all, new member here, first build is IB-4 in Welcome

Thanks for the replies, everyone! fender3x, thanks for mentioning the grits. I plan to apply one coat of stain and then sand it down before...

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05-07-2025, 01:57 AM

Tgraham replied to a thread Build another guitar sure why not in My Build Diary

Been pondering veneer racing stripes just to satisfy fenders seemly obsession with them :). What’s everyone’s experience with glue for veneer? I’ve...

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05-07-2025, 01:52 AM

Tgraham replied to a thread No.7 in My Build Diary

Grey and bald omg work faster Dave :)

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04-07-2025, 03:33 PM

dave.king1 replied to a thread The Count STA-1 in Video and Audio Demos of Finished Guitars

Playing slide on the ST-1 on this one

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04-07-2025, 03:26 PM

dave.king1 replied to a thread No.7 in My Build Diary

You could go grey waiting :D

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04-07-2025, 12:46 PM

phrozin replied to a thread Phroz STA-1M, ST-M, TL-1 in My Build Diary

it certainly can I've found the only way to get the old binding off I found was scrape it off I knocked it up about 1 year ago as using a router on...

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04-07-2025, 06:45 AM

EsquireEsque replied to a thread Esquire-esque in My Build Diary

Thanks, it's good to at least eliminate something as a "possible cause". I'll use the shielding tape in the second build - just to be sure...

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04-07-2025, 04:53 AM

fender3x replied to a thread Esquire-esque in My Build Diary

If you don't think the tuners are snug enough you can wrap the shaft (B in the pic) with aluminum or copper tape (what you'd use for shielding). It's...

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04-07-2025, 03:34 AM

fender3x replied to a thread TD's Acoustic (FH-5V) in My Build Diary

I like the way you have matched the on the curve on the block to make the glue bond nice and tight, and held it in place with the weight. I have...

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04-07-2025, 01:34 AM

Tgraham replied to a thread No.7 in My Build Diary

Got the same kit will be watching with anticipation

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03-07-2025, 01:32 PM

EsquireEsque replied to a thread Esquire-esque in My Build Diary

I wonder about the tuners as well..... how "snug" (a tight fit) are they supposed to be? it they are to fit in snug to the point where they cannot...

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03-07-2025, 03:53 AM

fender3x replied to a thread Esquire-esque in My Build Diary

I know that feeling! Those very high frets look like they are getting very flat, before you see anything come off the 13th or 10th (depending on what...

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02-07-2025, 01:32 PM

EsquireEsque replied to a thread Esquire-esque in My Build Diary

Maybe I am confused... It seems like it would be easier to just raise the saddle by 1mm to produce the same effect? There is an oldschool method of...

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02-07-2025, 08:54 AM

Trevor Davies replied to a thread TD's Acoustic (FH-5V) in My Build Diary

As with the resonator, there is no block on the top shoulder to anchor the strap button, and I like the strap button at that position. So, I made a...

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02-07-2025, 05:28 AM

fender3x replied to a thread Tele build countdown... in Non-Pit Bull Guitars Gear

Thanks! My first bass had a batwing. I have loved them ever since ;-) 19.2 V. I don't know if you have Craftsman Tools in Australia. The...

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02-07-2025, 05:00 AM

fender3x replied to a thread Build another guitar sure why not in My Build Diary

1+ I always hold open the possibility of a solid color. My translucent finishes are not always successful. Particularly over veneer. That said,...

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