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| Author: | jaggedsphere [ Sun Aug 07, 2005 1:37 pm ] |
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What material would you suggest I get? I Have the Cumpiano book and the Finoccio DVDs but I am finding that the DVDs dont have as much info as I would like and the book is hard to follow. Not because it is not well written, I just need more pictures especially those fancy moving kind. 
thanks again all. 
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| Author: | Don A [ Sun Aug 07, 2005 1:58 pm ] |
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Richard, you need to pick up the building series by John Mayes, one of our members. Also consider purchasing Build A Steel String Guitar With Robert O'Brien available at Luthiersupplies.com Robbie and Tracy are both members of the OLF as well. I also have the Finnochio tapes but learned lots of new methods, tricks and jigs from John and Robbie. |
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| Author: | FrankC [ Sun Aug 07, 2005 3:09 pm ] |
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As a beginner I have Cumpianos book and I purchased John Mayes dvds. After reading the book and building 2 kits from Martin, Johns dvds have really helped me refine my method and taught me a trick or two to just simplify the method from the book. I will also buy the Robbie OBrien one as the members here really gave that great reviews. As far as I am concerned, any little tip or trick i pick up will save me much more than the cost of the dvd. |
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| Author: | Barry Dudley [ Tue Aug 09, 2005 1:15 am ] |
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You should get a book named "Making Master Guitars" by Adrian Lucas. Excellent book!! Well written and illustrated. Part of it gives some infromation about 7 of the most noted builders of the past. The second half is a detail "how to". |
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| Author: | Brock Poling [ Tue Aug 09, 2005 1:37 am ] |
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I too like hands on and video training as oppossed to books. I just get more out of watching than reading. I have just about everyone's materials. I think they are all good and very useful. However, one thing to keep in mind. There are a lot of ways to accomplish the same job, and many times there is no "right way". So perhaps... too much information when you are getting started will just confuse you. I would just pick one approach and go with it. And, if you can swing it, the hands on classes are well worth the time and money. |
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| Author: | RussellR [ Tue Aug 09, 2005 1:42 am ] |
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Hi Barry Just for information Adrian Lucas illustrated the book, it was written by Roy Courtnall. A notable maker, and my case supplier. Not splitting hairs, just thought you might like to know. Russell |
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| Author: | Robbie O'Brien [ Tue Aug 09, 2005 4:33 am ] |
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Thanks to all those who have recommended my classical and steel string DVD's as a source for building. I feel honored. If anyone should have any questions about the steps or techniques I show in the DVD's feel free to contact me and I will talk you through it. You can also visit my site for more info and reviews on the DVD's. www.obrienguitars.com |
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| Author: | Barry Dudley [ Tue Aug 09, 2005 5:08 am ] |
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Russell, Your right!! I was thinking about Adrian Lucas because I'm working with a bracing design the he came up with. I have both of Roy Courtnall's books, guitars and violins. Both are Excellent! |
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| Author: | RussellR [ Tue Aug 09, 2005 5:20 am ] |
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Barry You are right roys books are excellent. Adrian Lucas is also a very fine builder. |
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| Author: | Joe V [ Tue Aug 09, 2005 9:09 am ] |
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The book I like the best is Build Your Own Acoustic Guitar by Jonathan Kinkead. It has plenty of clear pictures and good explantions. Joe Volin |
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| Author: | tl507362 [ Tue Aug 09, 2005 9:13 am ] |
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Joe, I have that book too and love it. I think with Robbie and Johns DVD's, and Cumpiano and Kinkade books, you can build a guitar easily 
Tracy |
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| Author: | RussellR [ Tue Aug 09, 2005 9:33 am ] |
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I think Kinkades book is good, but it does not go into much detail. Cumpianos has to be in any collection |
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| Author: | Jason [ Tue Aug 09, 2005 3:23 pm ] |
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I think I'm going to have to buy the book by Roy Courtnall. I love picking up whatever is a good read. BTW I have Cumpianos book and "A Luthier's Handbook" among others.. I think Cumpianos is the most complete. I don't have any interest in building archtops but I found Benedettos book very good as well. |
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