Jim it's interesting that you are planning for the potential down time while waiting for finish to cure - I remember those days and it's a sure sign that you are addicted for life to guitar/instrument building!
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| Author: | JimH [ Tue May 06, 2008 9:31 am ] |
| Post subject: | Any reason not to do a maccaferri-style for third build? |
Thinking of a 12-fret, D-shaped soundhole cutaway type. Too much too soon? ...first build was a flat back/top mandolin - second is a 12fret 000 which is going pretty well, just finishing top bracing and started the neck. need to get my wood sorted for the third pretty soon - or I'll be in a nothing to do when the 000 is drying situation. |
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| Author: | Bob Garrish [ Tue May 06, 2008 10:44 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Any reason not to do a maccaferri-style for third build? |
I have a copy of Michael Collins' book on building Macs and it's absurdly thorough, so I don't think you'll have any problems at all if you pick that up. He also has a DVD set on the way or out already on the same topic. |
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| Author: | Hesh [ Tue May 06, 2008 10:51 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Any reason not to do a maccaferri-style for third build? |
Jim it's interesting that you are planning for the potential down time while waiting for finish to cure - I remember those days and it's a sure sign that you are addicted for life to guitar/instrument building!
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| Author: | JimH [ Tue May 06, 2008 2:14 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Any reason not to do a maccaferri-style for third build? |
Quote: I have a copy of Michael Collins' book on building Macs and it's absurdly thorough, so I don't think you'll have any problems at all if you pick that up. He also has a DVD set on the way or out already on the same topic. thanks I've seen the DVDs, probably well worth the $150 - but I just don't ahve that money at the moment so the book sounds like an excellent idea. Thanks! Quote: Jim it's interesting that you are planning for the potential down time while waiting for finish to cure - I remember those days and it's a sure sign that you are addicted for life to guitar/instrument building! hahaha - you know I really feel like that. I hope you're right - I learnt from years of playing and gigging and some tutoring that the only reward you can expect is the one you provide yourself with - so as long as that's satisfying in itself you can't really lose - just don't expect big bucks, adoration or anything else!!! - so far it seems building is much the same - yes you may impress one or two people down the line but that's totally insignificant in comparison to the sense of acheivement you feel. Love it. Quote: Sounds good...I did a Weissenborn-style fairly early on, and it was a nice break from milling necks and fretting...go for it! Good luck! thank you, I can't tell you guys what this level of support does for the confidence of the novice! |
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| Author: | Burton LeGeyt [ Tue May 06, 2008 3:17 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Any reason not to do a maccaferri-style for third build? |
Jim, Are you going to do the pliage? I am planning on building one also, what woods are you going to use? |
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| Author: | JimH [ Wed May 07, 2008 2:24 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Any reason not to do a maccaferri-style for third build? |
Hadn't planned on it - Was planning just flat (ie radiused braces glued onto top - but nothing dramatic)- but then I haven't read the book or plans yet! ...Not sure on woods, I've got some rosewood and spruce at the moment but was thinking maybe walnut for a change - last two builds were rosewood and I want some more experience - it's not like my limited 'stock' won't get used eventually! |
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