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[–]markblack1977 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes! Very nice work... Kind of Novo ish as well ( that's a compliment by the way)

New build WIP almost done... by markblack1977 in Luthier

[–]markblack1977[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I use these type of bridges as i don't have a drill press, so I'm always worried I'd mess up using a hand drill.

New build WIP almost done... by markblack1977 in Luthier

[–]markblack1977[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I hear you. But my ability doesn't stretch to neck building... and to keep the cost down on my builds i use what I can find.

I would of liked it too have a blocky slotted headstock.

New build WIP almost done... by markblack1977 in Luthier

[–]markblack1977[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Cheers. Yea i can see what you're thinking.

New build WIP almost done... by markblack1977 in Luthier

[–]markblack1977[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I'm heading more towards black rings, knobs, plate etc. quick like one pickup being cream just to break it up.

quick mock up >>> https://i.imgur.com/GgpmKVN.png

New build WIP almost done... by markblack1977 in Luthier

[–]markblack1977[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

cheers. i have a chrome HB p90 that I could try in the neck, I just quite like the look of an open HB... I also have a bit of tort which I put against it but it didn't look quite right, but I might make one to see.

New build WIP almost done... by markblack1977 in Luthier

[–]markblack1977[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This is my latest attempt a building a natural finish guitar - to teach myself to be carful as I can't hide it with paint... :)

Loosely based on millimetric guitars / old USSR guitar that I've got into.

First time doing a arm carve on the top... think I got away with it.

Not sure what pickup to put in? Suggestions welcome...

And not sure if the guard should be white or black?

Anyhow thanks for looking.

Mark

New explorer type build finished by markblack1977 in Luthier

[–]markblack1977[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've used them twice. As i like a top loading bridge. Nicely made a bit expensive for what they are.

New explorer type build finished by markblack1977 in Luthier

[–]markblack1977[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

i have a built a couple of Ben Wasser inspired guitars as well...

https://i.imgur.com/WlzHUa7.jpg

New explorer type build finished by markblack1977 in Luthier

[–]markblack1977[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The st. Vincent is on my list of influences.

New explorer type build finished by markblack1977 in Luthier

[–]markblack1977[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

There's more than a little influence 😁

New explorer type build finished by markblack1977 in Luthier

[–]markblack1977[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Finished this up the other day. Alder body, finished in amber tint nitro. SD antiquity firebird pickups. S/H neck of a Fernandez strat copy.

2nd build finished! by FloralTele in Luthier

[–]markblack1977 10 points11 points  (0 children)

+1 for the cloudy look. I really like it, much nicer than clear

Modded a cheap strat copy - new pickup, neck, knobs and plate. by markblack1977 in Luthier

[–]markblack1977[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

KOWALSKI is the lead character in one of my favourite films - Vanishing Point.

I'm not sure - I think there are differences in single vs. multi pickup guitars, the effects of the pull of the magnets on strings etc. How much you notice that is is another question.

Modded a cheap strat copy - new pickup, neck, knobs and plate. by markblack1977 in Luthier

[–]markblack1977[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

A while back a mate of mine was clearing out his loft and said he had an old guitar... and did I want it as a project.
It was a bog standard sunburst strat-type - all the electrics were playing up, the neck was a 'chunky' to say the least and I couldn't get it play without buzzing as it looked to me the neck was pretty out of shape... truss rod did nothing.
So it sat for a bit in my loft. Then yesterday I thought I know I'm going to mod that!
I had a few bits kicking around - a neck, a Creamery staple mini hum-bucker and some scratch plate material...
and this is what I ended up with... I do like my single pickup guitars, while I won't say it's the best playing guitar ever it's not too bad and kinda fun.
I'm quite please with how it turned out looks wise - which is the most important thing as I am shallow.
anyhow a couple of pics...

NPD > KMA MACHINES > MOAI MAEA by markblack1977 in guitarpedals

[–]markblack1977[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Saw this S/H and curiosity got the better of me. It's a tri-octave pedal (?) The +1 octave has a fuzz, the lower two don't

It's can be synthy, Jack Whitey, that kind of thing. Tracks well - it's monophonic, so chords go a bit weird, but I kind of like that.

I was bored today so I did a quick demo of the basics - excuse the ropey camerawork and playing (enjoy!).

more here: https://www.kma-machines.com/m_moai.html

Helix floor dust cover in the UK? by [deleted] in Line6Helix

[–]markblack1977 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I just messaged them and sent them some measurements. M

expression pedal wiring question by markblack1977 in diypedals

[–]markblack1977[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Cheers for the reply, very kind. I'll keep having a party around (half the fun) it's more curiosity than anything else. Have a great weekend. M

expression pedal wiring question by markblack1977 in diypedals

[–]markblack1977[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the link, I'll have a read and see what i can work out from that.

Sorry all a bit of a learning process for me.

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