Wow, that's coming up nicely!
Thar body colour really compliments the maple. Very professional looking work!
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Wow, that's coming up nicely!
Thar body colour really compliments the maple. Very professional looking work!
She's all done, intonated, playing and sounding a treat.https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/202...7683f66ab9.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/202...74e9ea4dad.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/202...8c1f77f8f5.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/202...f0cc7c00c1.jpg
Few more...https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/202...87992fb4d3.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/202...241f334681.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/202...2d4fb424e7.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/202...aeef9b8815.jpg
I'll try and get a sound demo or video up soon.
My goodness, that’s come up a treat. Look forward to the demo.
Carbon fibre bits look great too.
Oh dayam. that's neat man. I really like those Grovers.
Yes, nice choice of accoutrements.
The zebra p/u's and cream bits work well with that maple colour and the bell knobs & keystone tuners add a touch of class.
Well done!
Thanks lads. Appreciate the kind words. I'm pretty stoked it's turned out exactly as I had pictured it initially in my mind.
What pickups did you use? And is that the stock hardware or upgraded? (apart from the Grovers)
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Originally Posted by McCreed
Answers here
https://www.buildyourownguitar.com.a...d.php?p=191216
Here's a quick and dirty audio/video demo. Certainly nothing serious, just a run through of available tones etc.
https://youtu.be/tUN7W_TzmXA
Sounds really nice and very pro-level sounds. Well done!
That was great BD!. I literally just notice the unmarked fret board on that beast. looks and sounds legit. Love the Fall to pieces Jam at the end too.:cool:
By the way, where did you get that hard case?
Thanks lads!
Got that from DHgate a while back, very surprised by the level of quality on it. Seems now Gibson are having their cases MIC tooQuote:
Originally Posted by Andy40
Nice one Bakers!
Great LP tones, and those pickups love the dirt! Well done.
Anyone else looking for a good budget LP case, I can recommend the ones at Artist Guitars (no affiliation).Quote:
Got that from DHgate a while back, very surprised by the level of quality on it.
They've recently gone up from $89 to $99, but they're well made and great value and they have sales frequently.
Excellent Guitar build Bakers. Top quality demo of the various sounds.
Why is it in this day and age that their inventory is only listed as text?Quote:
Originally Posted by McCreed
cheers, Mark.
Doh! no sooner posted then.
https://www.artist-guitars.com/collections/hard-cases
hehe.
Yes, yes they do [emoji16] no other way on a LP!!!Quote:
Originally Posted by McCreed
Those artist cases look very similar indeed to the Thomann own-brand cases.
https://www.thomann.de/gb/thomann_gu..._and_bags.html
I've just bought a load of Thomann ABS electric cases and they are just as good as other more expensive brands. So those Artist ones should be fine.
Really nice mate! From the pics I thought it looks like a player and I can tell from the vid that she really sings!
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Sounds great BD, particularly the neck PUP done dirty. It really has that Slash tone.
Cheers, Waz
Thanks Man. Obviously from the outset, this was always a hommage to the cat in the hat. I'm calling it mission accomplished [emoji16][emoji145]Quote:
Originally Posted by wazkelly
Hi BD,
Currently building an LP as well and was recommended the FW as a good stain option, its my first build and the maple veneer has got me worried (read many horror stories) about how to apply and what to use.
Your finish on the front is exactly the colour I'm going for so was hoping I could pick your brain on a few things?
What did you use to apply the stain?
Did you use the Prooftint interior stain?
Did you dilute the stain at all? If so, what with?
Sorry to hassle! Thanks.
Hey Joel!Quote:
Originally Posted by JoelDee
Never a hassle at all mate. It's what we are here for [emoji1]
I used a rag to apply the FW Golden Teak Prooftint stain. Obviously with gloves on (pro tip: that stuff don't come off your skin easily). I found it handy to have a spray bottle of isopropyl alcohol handy, so I could spray the rag and the stain was able to shift a little if needed. If an area was too dark etc. you could get it to thin out and shift slightly with the iso. Or you could spray a tiny bit directly on the stained area to help spread it a little.
I never needed to dilute the stain directly prior to application. I did experiment extensively with some flamed maple veneer for what worked and what didn't. The method that worked for me was that I stained the guitar first and let it dry. Then applied a thin coat of FW sanding sealer. After that was dry I gave a light sand with 400 and wiped the dust clean with gum turps. Then it was ready for the clear topacoat.
I found this was contrary to the directions of the sanding sealer, as it recommends to use it as the first step. This is where testing different regimens on scrap really pays off.
If you PM me your address I'll chuck a piece of veneer in the post for you to experiment with if you like. It will help you feel more confident when it comes to crunch time too.
Ask any questions you want and we will be sure to answer you in your build diary.
Good luck, have fun and remember no need to rush. Also remember that any mistake can usually be fixed.
Your guitar looks great. This is just the finish style I want on my TL-1 so I will be following closely. Thanks!