slash2019 Posted February 6, 2004 Report Share Posted February 6, 2004 So I don't bore all of you with a bunch of repetitious questions(although, this most likely already is one...), is there anywhere a total beginner can get some solid, straight-forward instruction about building an electric guitar? All the basics, including tools, woods, construction, etc... any help is appreciated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Litchfield Custom Gutars Posted February 6, 2004 Report Share Posted February 6, 2004 You have found the right place. Go ahead and ask away. Also, if the board is dead, you can use the search function to possibly get answers. I say start asking. And for tools, supplies, ect, Stewmac.com and the tutorials on the main site are the best Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mdw3332 Posted February 6, 2004 Report Share Posted February 6, 2004 The best money I spent early on was to buy Melvin Hisock's book called "Make Your Own Electric Guitar". Also "Guitar Player Repair Guide" and "How to Make Your Electric Guitar Play Great" by Dan Erlewine. This site is the best I have ever seen. Helpful people and tons of great ideas. Order a Stewmac Catalog, you will learn a lot just reading through it. Stew Mac Good luck, Marty Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Southpa Posted February 6, 2004 Report Share Posted February 6, 2004 A couple of good books in my inventory are: Complete Banjo Repair by Larry Sandberg (not kidding here, the principles are the same as guitars in many areas) Complete Guitar Repair by Hideo Kamimoto Both books are loaded with pictures and very informative on tools and methodology. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slash2019 Posted February 6, 2004 Author Report Share Posted February 6, 2004 Thanks guys, I'm busy trying to find that Melvyn Hiscock book and I think I've tracked down a spot where I can pick it up. I'll also be reading the tutorial stuff on this site. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GuitarMaestro Posted February 6, 2004 Report Share Posted February 6, 2004 Another great book on building guitars was written by Martin Koch. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
syxxstring Posted February 6, 2004 Report Share Posted February 6, 2004 Guitar Making Tradition and Technology is one of my favorites too. At one time I have checked most of these books out of the public library, usually they're special orders. In the states Borders and Barnes and Noble often will have them on the shelf in the music section. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
guitar_ed Posted February 6, 2004 Report Share Posted February 6, 2004 Another suggestion I might make is trying to find a friendly luthier in your area who can help you. I have done so, and it has worked out very well for me. Guitar Ed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daveq Posted February 6, 2004 Report Share Posted February 6, 2004 I think I like the Kotch book better but they both are valuable to have around. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Litchfield Custom Gutars Posted February 6, 2004 Report Share Posted February 6, 2004 What kinds of woods do you want? Gilmer is a good one for that, also local places like Windsor Plywood/hardwood. Check the suppliers section on the main page. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The REAL Nordic God Posted February 6, 2004 Report Share Posted February 6, 2004 I didn't catch on your message whether you play bass or guitar but its cool either way I'm just as new Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VanKirk Posted February 8, 2004 Report Share Posted February 8, 2004 What kinds of woods do you want? Gilmer is a good one for that, also local places like Windsor Plywood/hardwood. Check the suppliers section on the main page. Thanks Litchfield! Good, affordable source for wood. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
canuckguitarist Posted February 9, 2004 Report Share Posted February 9, 2004 I have the Melvyn Hiscock book, and it is really good. But PG is the best resource I have found yet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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