It took some self-convincing but finally bought a guitar kit (LP 1) and it arrived today. Must calm down.
It took some self-convincing but finally bought a guitar kit (LP 1) and it arrived today. Must calm down.
Congrats! Welcome to the forum. Start a build diary and don't be afraid to ask questions.
'As long as there's, you know, sex and drugs, I can do without the rock and roll.'
Welcome Peter!
You wont regret taking the plunge. This is a highly addictive hobby (you'll have GAS in no time!) and this is a friendly and supporting community. Get a build diary started so we can all share in each step of your journey.
cheers,
Gav.
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Build #01: BC-1
Build #02: ST-1
Build #03: JR-1DC
Build #04: ES-2V
Build #05: ESB-4 (GOTM July 2014)
Build #06: RC-1
Build #07: MK-2
Build #08: TLA-1
Build #09: JR-1DC
Build #0A: LPA-1
Build #0B: STA-1 (GOTM April 2015)
Build #0C: MKA-2
Build #0D: LP-1M
Build #0E: JB-1
Build #0F: FS-1
Find me:
https://www.facebook.com/firescreek.guitars/
http://www.guitarkitbuilder.blogspot.com.au/
welcome to the forum Peter and great kit to start on LP-1.
Start a build diary and ask lots of questions. There's a truckload of help on the forum.
Have you got any plans for stain/paint colours ?
Current Builds and status
scratch end grain pine tele - first clear coat on !
JBA-4 - assembled - final tweaks
Telemonster double scale tele - finish tobacco burst on body and sand neck
Completed builds
scratch oak.rose gum Jazzmaster - assembled needs setup
MK-2 Mosrite - assembled - play in
Ash tele with Baritone neck - neck pup wiring tweaks and play in
Nice kit mate. Can't wait to see what you do to it. Love a good lp.
Welcome to the mad house, Peter. I'm sure you're going to have a lot of fun building your LP and I'm keen to see what you do with it.
Cheers
Welcome along Peter - I know it's hard, but take your time - you're in for a really rewarding experience if you take your time with the build.
Current builds:
GPB-4B: https://www.buildyourownguitar.com.a...548#post184548
Welcome!
Current:
GTH-1
Completed:
AST-1FB
First Act ME276 (resurrected curb-side find)
ES-5V
Scratchie lapsteel
Custom ST-1 12 String
JBA-4
TL-1TB
Scratch Lapsteel
Meinl DIY Cajon
Cigar Box lap steel
Wishing:
Baritone
Open D/Standard Double 6 twin neck
welcome Peter, love the LP
Stan's LP Build for my Sister: http://www.buildyourownguitar.com.au...ead.php?t=3146
Benson Pickup Strat mod: http://www.buildyourownguitar.com.au...ead.php?t=5229
Epiphone LP headstock fix: http://www.buildyourownguitar.com.au...ead.php?t=3410
Martin Backpacker Repair: http://www.buildyourownguitar.com.au...?t=5038&page=3
'57 Harmony Jazz guitar project: http://www.buildyourownguitar.com.au...ead.php?t=2972
Have fun, take your time. It is a great experience.
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