In this episode of DIY Guitar Making, I am cannibalizing an old Goya headplate to make an endwedge. Then I demonstrate the router template method of cutting the pocket for endwedge installation. Some tips for workshop jigs, and for executing…
Eric Schaefer Guitars
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Q&A | Side Bending Tips, Joining Bookmatched Pairs, Controlling Shop Humidity and More!
In this episode of DIY Guitar Making, I answer YOUR questions! Questions/Topics: – Introducing my new “Florentine Cutaway and Advanced Binding/Purfling Methods” Workshop! (https://www.ericschaeferguitars.com/florentine-cutaway-and-advanced-binding-purfling-methods-workshop-build-options/) – I have Wenge for sale! email me at eric@ericschaeferguitars.com – Where to find prefab materials…
Q&A | Fixing Finish Runs, Installing Mylar Pickguards, Making Cutaways and More!
In this episode of DIY Guitar Making, I answer YOUR questions! Questions/Topics: – What is the best way to fix a finish drip? – How to install a clear mylar pickguard without bubbles – The most expensive lutherie tool yet!…
Refretting a Guitar with a Bound Fretboard | Masterclass
In this episode of DIY Guitar Making, I have a repair to execute on an electric guitar with pitted frets that need replacing. This is a good opportunity to replace with Evo Gold! I cover heating and pulling the old…
Q&A | Purfling Depth, Instrument Glue Recommendations, Mold Making and More!
In this episode of DIY Guitar Making, I answer YOUR Questions! Questions/Topics: – hide glue vs. titebond – fish glue – how deep should purfling be inlaid? – inlaying turqoise – The “Best” Guitar show – Using waxed wood strips…
Fixing Mistakes on Guitar #86
In this episode of DIY Guitar Making, I am preparing my new Parlor Guitar prototype for the finishing room. The first step is circling back around to all of the little nicks, indentations, tearouts, and all other blemishes. In this…
Evaluating Repairs on a Cheap Guitar
In this episode of DIY Guitar Making, we are taking a look at a cheap Carlos Brand Acoustic Guitar and diagnosing the necessary repairs. 🔴 All episodes available at diyguitarmaking.com 🔴 Register for an 9 day Hands-On Guitar Building Workshop…
Repairing a Deep Soundboard Chipout
Oh no! I accidentally chipped a huge chunk of wood out of my guitar top! In this episode of DIY Guitar Making, I will attempt to repair the gouge. 🔴 All episodes available at diyguitarmaking.com 🔴 Register for an 9…
Q&A | What has the Greatest Impact on Tone, 16 Fret Guitars, Parlor Plans, Fixing a Sunken Backplate
In this episode of DIY Guitar Making, I’m answering YOUR questions on the element of guitar making that most influences the tone, adjusting neck to body joint dimensions, sourcing guitar plans, fixing a sunken backplate and more! 🔴 All episodes…
Final Day of a Guitar Build Workshop at Eric Schaefer Guitars | Inside Look at what Students Learned
In this episode of DIY Guitar Making, I’m taking you along with me as students Mike and Tom complete their 9 day acoustic guitar builds. Tips on fret end dressing, saddle routing, saddle shaping, fitting tuners, nut slotting and more…
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