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[Gavin1393]

I suppose it comes down to the purpose of use that you have for the guitar. Not to sound derogatory, but if you are 'Shredding' or playing 'heavy metal' at extreme gain and heavy distortion, you probably wouldn't see any discernable difference in tone resulting from the product used to paint and seal the guitar body.
Being an acoustic builder I know how important tone is. An acoustic guitar is really an 'air pump' and the more plastic you stuff into the pores the less the guitar resonates and hence tone is dulled. I'm guessing that the same principles will surely apply to an electric...

[sfkhooper]

I'm inclined to agree, it does make sense. I just didn't think of that when I started down this track. My first guitar, it's a rookie mistake. I've ended up paying about exactly the same amount that I would have for Wudtone products, so I'll just go that way on my next build. Maybe I'll get lucky and it will sound ok. I'll let you all know how it turns out.

[Gavin1393]

Yeah, the Wudtone is great value for money and preserves the tonal qualities of the wood. Less messy, and if applied properly will still give a high gloss finish.
I am working on a LP in Black Magic Woman Wudtone which after painting and applying the gloss I allowed the Gloss to cure and then put it on the Buffer - the result is a GLASS-LIKE finish. My 12 year old son was stunned at how it looks and to be sure, so was I? My next move was to take off the strings and rip the electronics out of all my other guitars (acoustic and electric) and run them through the buffer. Results are breath-taking!

[sfkhooper]

Sounds awesome. Any pics? Got a build diary going for it?

[Gavin1393]

No, no pics or build diaries. I might do some pics this weekend. I have done several build diaries on the forum, but since work has become hectic I have confined myself to doing a few tutorials to help aspirant builders and really answering any build questions where I feel I might add value.

[wokkaboy]

Quote from Gavin1393 on April 16, 2013, 13:45
No, no pics or build diaries. I might do some pics this weekend. I have done several build diaries on the forum, but since work has become hectic I have confined myself to doing a few tutorials to help aspirant builders and really answering any build questions where I feel I might add value.

Gav what sort of buffing pad are you using and are you using a wax or polish to get the glass effect ?
we're keen to get this look but don't want to dull the tone. Superkeen to see some photos !

[keloooe]

Yeah, were all super keen to know!!!
Are you using a buffing wheel, like the SM one??

[wokkaboy]

Quote from keloooe on April 16, 2013, 14:06
Yeah, were all super keen to know!!!
Are you using a buffing wheel, like the SM one??

crikey Pest its a late start for you 1st post on the forum 4:06pm Melb time !! U been busy at school or sanding glue bro ?

[keloooe]

Did some sanding, now about to hit the books!
yeah, a late start cause I was in a hurry this morning!

[wokkaboy]

Quote from keloooe on April 16, 2013, 14:25
Did some sanding, now about to hit the books!
yeah, a late start cause I was in a hurry this morning!

ok goodo. I'm going to try those wire brushes to get rid of glue on my PRS, are you using brass or the steel brushes ? which worked the best ? Nylon would be better for brushing teeth wouldn't it ?