xtjdx Posted October 5, 2005 Report Share Posted October 5, 2005 Alright, I'm about to begin on my first project and could really use some advice. I'm going to be attempting a 1950s-style Les Paul and plan on ordering the blueprints from Stewmac. Really, I just need some tips on what to avoid and be wary of, and tips on doing the neck-through. Any advice you could offer would be amazing. Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mattia Posted October 5, 2005 Report Share Posted October 5, 2005 Read 'Make Your Own Electric Guitar' back to back a few times, peruse the various relevant tutorials (neck angles, top carving in particular). Think every step through, and try to consider whether what you do is going to make something you still need to do easier, or harder. Also...neck through? Wuh? Les Pauls are the quintessential set neck guitars, and they've got a ton of room for a very nice, big, sturdy tenon. One thing I'd seriously considering doing on a Les Paul-alike: volute, and a scarf-jointed headstock. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mickguard Posted October 5, 2005 Report Share Posted October 5, 2005 Well, all you gotta do is donate to this site (you might as well because you're going to LIVING here during your build ) --you'll get access to a number of LP plans. Might not be as accurate as you're looking for though, but the plan I've seen looks pretty good. My only suggestion right now would be --put a little bit of yourself in there. I mean, why get hung up on making an exact replica of that Gibson? Make the guitar that's really going to suit YOU. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
egdeltar Posted October 5, 2005 Report Share Posted October 5, 2005 Best advice any one could give; 1. Post in the correct forum 2. Read this entire forum & the main site before asking 1 single question. 3. Utilize the search feature Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xtjdx Posted October 5, 2005 Author Report Share Posted October 5, 2005 Best advice any one could give; 1. Post in the correct forum 2. Read this entire forum & the main site before asking 1 single question. 3. Utilize the search feature ← Thank you for that insight. So, what would be the correct forum to post this in (since I will be posting updates as I start and progress with this project)? How do you know that I haven't read 3/4 of the forum in preparation for starting this project? How do you know I haven't used the search feature? I mean, I didn't really ask a question that's asked all the time: just if anyone could offer me some advice on getting started with a Les Paul. I do plan on putting a bit of my own design into it, but Les Pauls have always been one of my favorite playing/feeling guitars and I think it would be the most satisfying first build possible to get it as close to an original as I can! When I said neck-through, I was thinking of a project I had just seen. Brain kind of malfunctions before 12 PM. Anyway, sorry if I posted in the wrong forum or asked a question that has been asked millions of times already and thanks for the input so far. I'm going to be starting on this within the next few days so I'll be posting pictures as progress is made (and will be donating to the site too!). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simo Posted October 5, 2005 Report Share Posted October 5, 2005 Welcome to the forum You might find these of interest.... http://projectguitar.ibforums.com/index.ph...446&hl=les+paul http://home.asparagine.net/ant/blog/?page_id=4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fryovanni Posted October 5, 2005 Report Share Posted October 5, 2005 Welcome to the forum You might find these of interest.... http://projectguitar.ibforums.com/index.ph...446&hl=les+paul http://home.asparagine.net/ant/blog/?page_id=4 ← Great links for LP! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xtjdx Posted October 14, 2005 Author Report Share Posted October 14, 2005 Welcome to the forum You might find these of interest.... http://projectguitar.ibforums.com/index.ph...446&hl=les+paul http://home.asparagine.net/ant/blog/?page_id=4 ← Simo, thank you for those links. I'm going to pick up my Mahogany from a local supplier today and start on a test body from 2x4 scraps. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marzocchi705 Posted October 14, 2005 Report Share Posted October 14, 2005 Cool, im starting my LP as soon as i get back to school (for the tools). The only thing i can think of is make sure you know exactly what your doing whem it comes to the tennon, and locate the bridge when your neck is set. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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