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| Author: | Jody [ Wed Jan 16, 2008 11:03 am ] |
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Right now I am beginning my first solo build , to start I bought a serviced top and bent sides , since I am not set up for bending or cutting rosettes. Since the sides came bent I am making a dread (mahogany back) similar to a d-18, that has been decided for me . my question is , I know martin D guitars are at a 25' radius , I am set up for a 28' radius . Am I approaching any unforseen ( by me at least ) problems changing the radius? I am thinking I may lose some midrange emphasis since the radius will be shallower ,and maybe the guitar top will be subject to more movement in changes of humidity with the seasons ?? thanks Jody |
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| Author: | Rick Turner [ Wed Jan 16, 2008 11:17 am ] |
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You're asking the kind of question that gets a range of answers from "don't sweat the small stuff" to "the devil is in the details". The difference between 25' and 28' is going to be the least of your issues on a first build, in my opinion. |
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| Author: | tippie53 [ Wed Jan 16, 2008 11:20 am ] |
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The top is set for a 1 1/2 degree neck angle , this equates to a 28 foot radius. The key here is to be careful so you don't get the 14th fret hump. john hall blues creek geetars |
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| Author: | KenH [ Wed Jan 16, 2008 11:21 am ] |
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I use a 28' radius on most all of my builds. It is rare for me to use anything else. |
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| Author: | Jody [ Wed Jan 16, 2008 11:53 am ] |
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Thanks guys ,, I am just trying my darndest not to end up with a GLO... Jody |
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| Author: | sdsollod [ Thu Jan 17, 2008 2:42 am ] |
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I'm afraid to ask what a GLO is... |
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| Author: | WaddyThomson [ Thu Jan 17, 2008 3:14 am ] |
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Guitar LIke Object |
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| Author: | Jody [ Thu Jan 17, 2008 9:47 am ] |
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well I am not exactly a beginer . I did have the experience of building a guitar with Frank Finocchio, we didnt go too deep into theory but I have put all the parts together in a masterly fashion ,under his guidance of course , it was a great experience . I learned alot , one thing I learned is I still have alot to learn! LOL Jody |
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| Author: | DarrenW [ Thu Jan 17, 2008 10:35 am ] |
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Jody, I'm more of a beginner than you having never masterly put anything together (except perhaps my credit card number in luthier suppliers' secured servers...) But you may want to check out the archives under "neck angle top radius" which will give you more information about the 1.5 degree taper above the sound hole and on top of the neck block corresponds closely to the 28' radius. My understanding is that it will still need a little sanding when it comes time to attach the neck. |
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| Author: | Jody [ Thu Jan 17, 2008 11:06 am ] |
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thanks Darren , I will check it out , I think thats why we use the dish .. also to angle the lining with the top and bracing , as well as the neck and tail blocks ..... Jody |
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| Author: | tippie53 [ Thu Jan 17, 2008 12:03 pm ] |
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I have an article that will be in an upcoming guitarmaker mag issue. it is on this very subject. If you email me I can send you the file. it will be in 3 downloads. john hall tippie@epix.net |
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| Author: | Jody [ Thu Jan 17, 2008 12:22 pm ] |
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Thanks Tippie, you have mail from jodyannan@msn.com ! Jody |
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