In this episode I cover some fret installation basics including fretboard materials, fretwire selection, hammering frets versus pressing frets, securing fret ends, dealing with chipout, and gluing in frets.
Category: Guitar Repair
Les Paul Refret with Evo Gold
In this episode I refret a Gibson Les Paul with evo gold fretwire. The main focus of the video is on removing the frets, levelling and radiusing the fretboard, installing the new frets, bevelling and dressing the fret ends. I…
Upgrading a Cheap Banjo by Replacing a Fifth String Friction Peg with a Geared Peg
The fifth string tuner on a banjo is often a cheap friction peg and can be upgraded to a geared tuner. Watch as I make this easy modification on a Harmony banjo.
#115 Q&A – Teak tonewood, Jackplane Angles and Katalox necks
Can you use Teak as an instrument wood? Standard angle or alternate angles for jackplanes? How does Katalox compare to Rosewood for guitar necks?
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#114 Making Mistakes as a Guitar Builder: A Critical Look at my Worst Guitar
In this episode, I take a critical look at the worst guitar I ever built. I point out flaws and discuss strategies for improving and avoiding some of the common mistakes that luthiers make. Mistakes include gappy joinery, inconsistent binding…
Easy Soundboard Split Repair
Oops, I cracked the soundboard! Watch as I show you how to make this incredibly simple super glue repair. I also talk about cleating repairs, and why and when you would consider using a cleat. Want more of this? Subscribe…
Rules for a Successful Guitar Repair Business – Rule 3: Seek Mutually Beneficial Relationships
In this series of videos I give my own thoughts and opinions on running a guitar repair business; how to deal with customers, how to gain a positive reputation; how to stay productive, how to market yourself to the musician…
Rules for a Successful Guitar Repair Business – Rule 2: Specialize
In this series of videos I give my own thoughts and opinions on running a guitar repair business; how to deal with customers, how to gain a positive reputation; how to stay productive, how to market yourself to the musician…
Rules for a Successful Guitar Repair Business – Rule 1: Underpromise and Overdeliver
In this series of videos I give my own thoughts and opinions on running a guitar repair business; how to deal with customers, how to gain a positive reputation; how to stay productive, how to market yourself to the musician…
Keeping a Luthier’s Notebook
A quick-tip on maintaining a notebook to improve your build process, and keep your guitar building shop rolling efficiently! Want more of this? Subscribe below for Weekly Guitar Making Tips from DIY Guitarmaking Want to really learn more!? Take…
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