Now I've got tools and materials, I've got a weird impulsive enabler. Woke up this morning and decided I needed to build this MM signature model from scratch.
It's about an inch narrower than intended, constrained by the paulownia slab I'm working with.
It's going to be an interesting weight challenge, assuming I don't pivot to a heavier wood. Currently the body is 1054g. An S-style PB neck with stock paddle weighs in at 634g. I'll need to make some smart hardware choices methinks, especially as I'll be taking some weight off the body for comfort and stylistic purposes.
Thinking about acquiring an MM-style neck (4+2), but also wondering if I could take a whole tele-style approach, neck and bridge plate and all. However, still not quite sure about paulownia's ability to hold screws with bearing, so also thinking about a bridge and tailpiece solution with posts...
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