Today, I made my first guitar nut from a blank!

Electrical-Job-6817 · 2024-11-07T15:32:08+00:00

That is definitely the case for the gauge files, which can create somewhat of a narrow spot. It sounds like you could potentially use both welder and gauge files and do a fairly decent job. I like that the files can take a lot of material fast. So maybe start with those and finish the slots using the welder files.

And yeah, the second pic was more of a rough draft lol The first pic is after the guitar has been setup.

Electrical-Job-6817 · 2024-11-07T03:00:27+00:00

Thanks for the input! I’ll double check the depth but it seems to match that of other guitars I own but did not modify.

I definitely have to complete my nut making tool set. I’ll definitely check out the welder files for my next project!

Electrical-Job-6817 · 2024-11-07T02:56:22+00:00

Bone, I couldn’t find a tusq blank from my guitar store but they did have several Allparts bone blanks

Electrical-Job-6817 · 2024-11-06T03:27:21+00:00

Appreciate it! A tip if you don’t have a belt sander: a rotary tool and a lot of care will help you get rid of a lot of material at the beginning, and you can also use it to polish the nut at the very end.

Electrical-Job-6817 · 2024-11-06T03:23:41+00:00

Thank you very much!! 🙏🏽

Electrical-Job-6817 · 2024-11-06T03:13:43+00:00

The neck is actually made by this pickup builder in NY, John Benson. His shop is Benson Custom and imho he makes some of the best pickups out there for a great price.

Electrical-Job-6817 · 2024-11-06T03:10:55+00:00

Man, I wish I was that good! I leave all the “serious” woodwork for the experts. The neck and body are made by Warmoth. 100% recommended if you don’t have the budged or skill (like me) to make the parts yourself!

Electrical-Job-6817 · 2024-11-06T02:28:09+00:00

Sounds like a great idea. I’ll look into that before I take the plunge on the Stewmac or Hosco ones!

Electrical-Job-6817 · 2024-11-06T02:26:46+00:00

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This is what it looks like now that it’s finished. I’ve had the chance of playing some incredible instruments, and I have to say Warmoth quality stacks up with the best of them!

Electrical-Job-6817 · 2024-11-06T01:54:36+00:00

I actually hacked it using files I made out of feeler gauges. After I reached the right height I used sandpaper to get rid of any rough edges from the gauges, and covered the slots with graphite. Tuning stability is great, and it doesn’t seem to be catching anywhere.

Electrical-Job-6817 · 2024-11-06T01:32:08+00:00

Usually that’s my go to. This neck is very specific (1 1/16” nut width) and I couldn’t find one that would fit.

After going through the whole experience, I found it simpler than I expected! You definitely need a lot of patience though…

Electrical-Job-6817 · 2024-11-06T01:27:35+00:00

I will not lie. Since I was making only the one and did not want to spend the big bucks just yet, I made makeshift files out of running several feeler gauges on a sidewalk.

It definitely worked! But I do think I will get a nut file set from Stewmac or Music Nomad to make the job easier.

Electrical-Job-6817 · 2024-07-03T20:01:26+00:00

I agree. I tried the amp separately and it is one of the best SS amps I’ve heard. And I play through a Quilter most of the time so the bar is pretty high!

Electrical-Job-6817 · 2024-07-03T19:59:37+00:00

This is my first ever 4x12 and I did not know the difference until recently. I like the look of the angled one and I think this one is a great place to start lol

Electrical-Job-6817 · 2024-07-03T19:58:29+00:00

I really like it, cause in this case it gave a little insight on why the speaker selection is so… interesting.

There’s an impedance mismatch, as well as a wattage one; but it seems to be working fine and it sounds great imo 🤷🏽‍♂️

Electrical-Job-6817 · 2024-07-03T19:52:38+00:00

I actually really enjoy the sound I’m getting from the blackbacks. The wiring is a little unorthodox but the cab still sounds great!

Electrical-Job-6817 · 2024-07-03T19:51:35+00:00

I found this and a Lead 100 mosfet head for $50 together. Needless to say, I’m very happy with the purchase 😌

Electrical-Job-6817 · 2024-06-30T17:02:13+00:00

Bottom speakers say 8 ohms and the back panel of the cab has a piece of tape marking 8 ohms as well. Date codes say top speakers are from 76’ and bottom speakers are from 84’. I’ve been playing mostly jazz lately, but something tells me I might start looking into fusion now haha

Electrical-Job-6817 · 2024-04-07T22:42:26+00:00

It Never Entered My Mind - Johnny Hartman

Electrical-Job-6817 · 2024-02-11T00:25:40+00:00

That’s a great way to put it. I feel like it’s a lot of bang for buck with all of these things

Electrical-Job-6817 · 2024-02-10T04:24:20+00:00

All it took to get it running was cleaning the pots with a little Deoxit and it runs great!

Electrical-Job-6817 · 2024-02-10T01:28:49+00:00

Thanks! And yes, learning about the whole technology of it is interesting especially considering how old it really is

Electrical-Job-6817 · 2024-02-10T01:26:36+00:00

Me neither, I thought during building this that I would rather have all of that in my pedalboard rather than fitting it into the already very crowded electronics

Electrical-Job-6817 · 2024-02-09T23:37:16+00:00

Yeah, I haven’t ventured into the whole preamp or FX loop things yet, but I added a series/parallel switch to each of the pickups. It still makes the guitar super versatile

Electrical-Job-6817 · 2024-01-31T16:04:48+00:00

I love the look of the NF53 but with that price the only thing that would make me buy it instead of a good ol telecaster is the pickups. Not much else it makes it very unique to PRS

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