Luthier Talk

  1. Luthier Talk

    1. Guitar Building

      Post and discuss guitar and other string instrument builds here.
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      Latest: First Build Thread - Semi-Hollow LP Rick Stout, Jan 19, 2022
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    2. Restoration & Repair

      Tell us what you found and did to restore the string instrument to its former glory.
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      Latest: Removing Carbon Fiber From A Body? rgraf, Sep 7, 2021
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    3. Plans, Designs & Software

      Can't build a string instrument without a plan, right? Let's talk and make your project happen.
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      Latest: Taylor Acoustic Guitar Plans (14 Series) Midnight Shadow, Oct 1, 2021
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  2. Materials

    1. Wood

      What type of tone wood to use and why. Discuss away.
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      Latest: Have You Ever Heard Teak Wood? Bylwrks, Feb 2, 2021
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    2. Glues, Fillers & Painting

      Stuff we need to make wood stick together and make it look pretty.
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      Latest: Finish Pulling Away From Top Under Bridge resetpreacher, Feb 10, 2021
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    3. Hardware, Electronics & Parts

      Pickups, custom wiring, strings, and hardware to make it sing.
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      Latest: Where Can I Get 4-ply W/b/w/b Pickguard Plastic Sheet From ? JTM45, Oct 2, 2019
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  3. LT Community

    1. Off Topic

      General discussions not covered by other forums.
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      Latest: What Do You Think About Adding A "zero" Fret To Inprove Intonation? Randy Constan, Nov 4, 2020
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    2. Introductions

      New here? Drop by and say hello! Need help? Ask away.
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      Latest: Greetings From Western North Carolina ChrispyFinch, Sep 15, 2020
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    3. Member Classifieds

      Luthier instruments and personal items for sale. No third party or commercial ads.
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      Latest: 1 3/4" Nut 25 1/2" Electric Neck JamesB, Oct 26, 2020
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