The stock ones on this guitar are actually ok - but there is enough movement in a couple of them to warrant replacing.
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The stock ones on this guitar are actually ok - but there is enough movement in a couple of them to warrant replacing.
That seems really sensible, thanks for the tips. Tuners is definitely easy....and I've removed the whammy anyway - it's just a bad idea unless the bridge is quality.
As someone new to soldering, is that a difficult job?
Thanks @Dedman. I hadn't planned on spending that much money - so I need to think that through. Maybe if I started with the small upgrades first?
This is the original build thread.
http://www.buildyourownguitar.com.au/forum/showthread.php?t=1890
I built an ST-1 a couple of years ago. I want to upgrade it so that it can be used by my son who is learning guitar.
I'm looking for ideas for upgrades to take it up a level.
Here are my...
Thanks Tim, it was really just a first step for me and a great learning experience. Took twice as long as I thought, but got there in then end.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7MHES4L0tH4
So, I did the fret level and I'm pretty happy. All done. Just uploading a video I've made covering the build. Hopefully this gets the Pit Bull name some exposure, because I think this community...
What is the radius of the ST-1? I'm going to get a radius block for the fret level job.
Thanks guys, I figured it was fret leveling time, just thought I'd ask in case there might have been a simpler solution. No matter, I thought I'd need to do this.
The nut looks OK, I've raised the...
OK, I finished it! My wife went to see Pink last night, so I had the place to myself for 4 hours...decided to just get stuck in a finish it. Full assembly complete, plugged in...and she sings!
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Sounding like that is going to turn out really well. So with all those hot pickup loaded guitars you have, what pups will you opt for on the Tele?
It's more that it took 3 attempts, and at super close inspection, it isn't perfect...but only something I'd notice.
ps. if you're interested in the font, it's a MS Word font, called Deftone Stylus, available here http://www.1001freefonts.com/DeftoneStylus.php
Lost some time due to health issues, but I'm back! Hoping to finish this off quick smart and get a YouTube clip complete to spread the word!
Last night I did the copper shielding and the decal. ...
Cheers guys.
Quick question...when doing the decal on a colourless finish, should I put the decal on the bare wood - or do base coat first?
I agree with following the contour in the cutaway. If the finer grit paper is not getting rid of the deeper scratches, you need to go to a course grit. I had some deep scratches on the base of my...
Thanks guys, it's been fun watching the colour change as each new coat goes on. Copper tape arrived, and the decal paper...so the coast is clear to get this done.
I've added another deep coat and two more base coats. That takes it to 2 deep coats and 4 base coats. As long as it looks OK once dry, I think I'll apply the top coat this weekend....
Amazing burst on this PRS Custom 24.
http://pitbullguitars.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/5h7vq-xl__cum4fthti5tmkn88v.jpg
They've now removed the Fender font... :( . I saved a few before they removed this, what a shame cause it was a cool little tool. Still, there are some good fonts...I like the Deftone font under the...
Looks amazing. With that binding, did you glue each layer individually, letting it dry each time? How'd you achieve that? Where do you source your binding?
Totally reasonable and understandable. I hope to buy two kits before June 30!
I think this community is a real differentiator and will hopefully attract buyers away from the competition.