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  1. ShatnersBassoon
    Ended up dropping off the guitar at a friends house, he’s pretty handy with electronics. I’ve done the whole thing up to now without help so I think I can accept apologies to oneself
  2. ShatnersBassoon
    You know plenty, awesome guitars.
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    The flamed maple I have used hasn’t been a problem but based on evidence you have done a lot more advanced stuff than me . I suppose no one tree is the same! Maybe I have just got lucky on some of my woods...based on their supposed properties that is.
  4. ShatnersBassoon
    Have to say, Wenge is an amazing wood. Looks great, sounds great, feels great...It does tear out a bit on the router but not as much as the ovangkol I got last year!
  5. ShatnersBassoon
    Cheers mate, will upload some photos tommorow. I’m over the moon with the build so far! Some pics...Padauk, Wenge, and ebony. Thinking of keeping it raw, no finish.
  6. ShatnersBassoon
    This is my third build and I still haven't managed to get the electronics right. One bloody pickup in this build. Am I dim? A different problem every time. This time its a loud hum...I'm pretty sure i know what that is, but is it normally combined with a weedy pickup output? Its a P90. Problem is that the sound of the pickup seems to change at wim, from loud to quiet, to silent, to loud hum. Argh.... If the pickup isn't earthed properly is it normal to have hardly any output?
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    What a bunch of mainly clueless keyboard warriors. I don’t even know where to start . Feel bad for the guy.
  8. ShatnersBassoon
    Now Im thinking maybe a fretless bass. Worth a try, seeing as the carbon Fiber is now free!
  9. ShatnersBassoon
    Hmm...I can’t seem to get it quite right. I have raised the action a bit and that seems to help, but not convinced that has been the problem. I seem to be filing and filing with little result. You would think these frets were stainless steel or something. Rather confused right now. It’s playable but not perfect. I’m using a knife stone sharpener for the full level. My spot levelling is rather ineffective, some results but not enough for my liking...is it meant to take this long? Does anyone here live near the Stockton on Tees area?
  10. ShatnersBassoon
    I wonder if a truss rod would work in a CF neck? It is really stiff stuff isn’t it.
  11. ShatnersBassoon
    True, sorry I’m not sure why I posted that to be honest, it’s an awesome looking guitar!
  12. ShatnersBassoon
    CNC is a skill in itself from what I have seen. I follow 'Highline Guitars' on youtube and its obvious that its not as simple as putting a guitar template in to the machine and pressing go...the guy certainly knows his stuff. I think occasionally inconsistencies can equate to a certain kind of beauty? I suppose its a bit like painting a landscape as apposed to taking a beautiful photograph of it...a different skill and aesthetic.
  13. ShatnersBassoon
    Aint it just! Its so beautifully crisp! Ive been looking online recently for CNC machines, you can get kits that can do routes for inlays etc for not too much outlay at all, problem is you have to assemble them yourself and learn how to sort out the software/programming; its a whole other skillset.
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    I have a possible contact with regards to getting offcuts of carbon fibre relatively cheap. Im intrigued about the idea of a fully carbon fibre neck (probably minus the fretboard), probably laminates of a few thick pieces....no truss rod, warp resistant, straight as a die and very smart and modern! If anyone on here has experience with this I would love to hear your thoughts. I've always been interested in this as Im a bit of a Shawn Lane fan and he had a signature Vigier that was reinforced with CF, and didn't have a truss rod. Ofcourse this would mean adapting to a playing style where the neck has no relief....I believe Jeff Beck has a pretty straight neck, but I digress....
  15. ShatnersBassoon
    I believe that making ones own pickups is perfectly viable. By the look of it its not completely daunting! Will try it...some day.
  16. ShatnersBassoon
    Actually, not so bad now I realise I only have 3 frets to go
  17. ShatnersBassoon
    Makes me want to throw my half completed guitar in the bin and just forget about it all God I wish I knew someone in person who was a guitar builder. This isn’t easy!
  18. ShatnersBassoon
    Cool, thanks. So I guess it’s mainly an issue of aesthetics and tradition.
  19. ShatnersBassoon
    Hey dudes. Whilst making a neck through, how necessary is it to use a laminate design? Depends on the wood to an extent I’m guessing? I have a long piece of Sapele and it got me thinking. Appreciate any thoughts!
  20. ShatnersBassoon
    Lovely stuff. I love Big D’s videos, his tonewood reviews are great! I also love Highline guitars on YouTube. A tonne of great tips, especially when it comes to finishing.
  21. ShatnersBassoon
    Lovely finish and the wood obviously came to life with the varnish! Looks really nice
  22. ShatnersBassoon
    Sure! Although I prefer WUPASS
  23. ShatnersBassoon
    I’ve found that you can get lucky when it’s not advertised as a ‘body blank’ or drop top. I have a feeling that people charge more when its sold as guitar specific wood.
  24. ShatnersBassoon
    have about 12 tops awaiting a build but when I heard my fav spot got a new shipment... couldn't resist! Irrational fear that the world will run out of quilted maple! but in my defense: Oooh lovely pieces! looking forward to seeing what you do with the flamed oak too.
  25. ShatnersBassoon
    Definitely giving it a try. I used a planing jig of sorts in my Tele build, but I like the thought of doing the thicknessing and the transition all in one go.
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