Long-time forum regular John Wallace describes his simple but effective method of direct mounting pickups to the body using threaded brass inserts; far kinder to the instrument than the standard wood screw, and adds a whole new level of class to the finished instrument.

In this Guitar Anatomy Basics article, we take a look at the role scarfed joints play in neck construction. When and why would you need one, and how are they made?

Kit builds are a common entry point into making guitars from scratch, and excellent way to gain experience. Forum member Megan (@M3521) thoroughly examines an SG kit guitar, demonstrating an excellent checklist and comparisons to the instrument that the kit is pattern from which can be applied to any kit guitar. Essential viewing!