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Reply to Please share your processes for cracks that need splints
It seems like there is talk of humidity going on, so I thought I’d throw in my two cents on that.
I have a 50s D18 in the basement that has no cracks and I guarantee has never been babied with humidity. My hypothesis with most cracks is that they have to do with manufacturers pushing wood cure, but that is beside the point really. There is…
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Reply to Please share your processes for cracks that need splints
Hi Sean,
Agree 100%………However (does there always have to be a however?), I think it needs to start even before the customer receives, purchases etc. their instruments. And information needs to be tailored to specific areas (like the “known to cause cancer” warnings required in Cali). With the advent of the majority of instruments…
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Elaine S Hartstein Hartstein Guitars started the discussion Too many knobs, too little time in the forum Quick Questions 5 months ago
Too many knobs, too little time
I have a custom electric tele-like guitar on my bench with active electronics, and the owner would like to know what the knobs and switches do. Perhaps someone recognizes this configuration and can tell me if my guesses are correct regarding the “distortion” knob and how it interacts with the mini switch.
Here’s what I think the knobs do:
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How Did You Do That! Michael LaVecchia's radius sanding machMichael shows us his ingenious radius sanding machine, giving life to a cheap and broken drill press. Michael LaVecchia: https://www.lavecchiaguitars.com/ https://www.instagram.com/lavecchia_guitars/ 0:00:00…
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Reply to Fret pressing at heel transition
UK based fret pressing system, with 3d printed caul to add a little more stability.
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Reply to Fret pressing at heel transition
Janky adjustable height rocker jig
Magnet and strap help to keep the caul in position
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Reply to Fret pressing at heel transition
Cheers Ian.
It was just a general enquiry on what everyone else is using.
I use the following
-I made the old school jig idea from the “fret work” book.
-Janky rocker jig with adjustable height.(similar concept as the fret book one, but slightly quicker to use, unfortunately not as sturdy)
-moulding putty for les paul style transition( can’t…
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Storage rug/cushion suggestions
Yesterday a friend and I built this wall mounted cabinet for repairs that are drying or need to get out of the way. Does anyone have suggestions for material to pad the shelf bottoms with?
I’ve used carpet in the past but am curious what others use. Thanks!
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Reply to Please share your processes for cracks that need splints
my first thought about clients not humidifying ( being as common as it is ) makes me think that a regularly scheduled email newsletter reminder about the importance regionally ( with photographic evidence as shock value ) would be beneficial, but as well, offering up alternative resources to humidification that are not of the commodified ilk…a…
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