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A new problem : Back crack during finish.?

I'm wondering if anyone has had a similar occurrence. I'm trying out , on a new build...a WB Lacquer, EM6000. It's been going on fine and I…

Started by Michael Tulloch in Luthier Talk

11 May 21, 2014
Reply by Michael Tulloch

Resophonic necks?

I've worked on a fair number of squareneck reso guitars, solid as a rock with no truss rods. My brother is a resophonic player and just bou…

Started by Mike Kolb in Luthier Talk

9 May 21, 2014
Reply by Mike Kolb

Charles Fox Repair Course

I was finally able to get in to Charles Fox's seven day repair course. He only takes six students each class and only gives it a few times…

Started by Kurt R in Luthier Talk

0 May 21, 2014

Humidity in the workshop

Hi Guys, I know that many luthiers try to maintain 40-50% humidity in their workshop. Mine seems to hover between 30 and 35%. Any suggestio…

Started by Allen L Wall in Luthier Talk

18 May 21, 2014
Reply by Michael Tulloch

Slotting pin holes

I understand the rationale. Now, how much off a slot is required? It has to be wide enough to accept the wrapping (not just the diameter of…

Started by Joshua Levin-Epstein in Luthier Talk

0 May 21, 2014

How do you mask the soundhole?

I've struggled with this for a while and can't find any articles or videos showing how best to mask the soundhole for finishing. The Taylor…

Started by joeguam in Luthier Talk

15 May 20, 2014
Reply by Paul Verticchio

How To Ruin A Luthier's Day...

;)  This pic was taken after I cleaned the thing up too.... Seriously though let's talk about Ov*tions. Although we tend to make fun of…

Started by Hesh Breakstone in Luthier Talk

10 May 20, 2014
Reply by Russell Vance

How can I remove the saddle without removing the strings?

Hi, I have an acoustic guitar where I need to remove the saddle, shave it down a hair, then replace it. How can I do this while saving my s…

Started by Arthur Sweeney in Luthier Talk

10 May 20, 2014
Reply by Ron frazier

Vintage Fender Fret Challenge

I may have "over-reliced" this one.  Can anyone walk me through a repair solution ?

Started by Thomas James in Luthier Talk

12 May 20, 2014
Reply by Ron frazier

Clapton Mid Boost Mod

Greetings! I have a customers Thinline Tele with the Fender Humbuckers (new Mexican made).  He purchased a Clapton mid boost mod kit and ha…

Started by Gregory Hites in Luthier Talk

11 May 20, 2014
Reply by Gregory Hites

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