How to Build a Mini Guitar Kit Step-by-Step (Episode 2) StewMac 2020-10-20 | If you're just tuning in, this is the second episode in our 4 part step-by-step series on how to build a mini guitar kit. In Episode 1 (youtu.be/p0kXSurOd1I) we covered:- Customizing the peghead- Sanding and prepping the body for finish- Applying the grain fillerIn this Episode we concentrate on applying the finish.About this series:If you ever wanted to build your own guitar, but didn't know where to start, this live build along series is a great place to start. In this 4-part series we'll show you step-by-step how to build, wire, and set up one of our fantastic mini guitar kits. Even if you are a complete beginner, don't worry... we've made this easy -- no workshop is required. You can literally build this on your kitchen table with tools you probably already have.Here's the stuff you'll need for this build:Mini T-Style Electric Guitar Kitstewmac.com/item/12258Solomon SL-30 Soldering Stationstewmac.com/item/0501Guitar Tech Screwdriver and Wrench Setstewmac.com/item/369312" Precision Straightedgestewmac.com/item/38496" StewMac Shop Rulestewmac.com/item/4905Razor files, set of 2stewmac.com/item/4170Luthier's File Setstewmac.com/item/0842ColorTone Powdered Grain Filler, ebonystewmac.com/item/0269-EColorTone Wipe-On Poly Finishstewmac.com/item/3622ColorTone Liquid Stainstewmac.com/item/5038Awl/Inlay Tracing Scribestewmac.com/item/1672Foam Sanding Blockstewmac.com/item/3701Sandpaper: 150, 220, 320, 400 gritsstewmac.com/item/5562Light duty 3M Scotch-Brite padstewmac.com/item/7445ColorTone Naphthastewmac.com/item/0766Titebond Original Wood Gluestewmac.com/item/0622Masking tapestewmac.com/item/0678- - - - - - - - - - - - StewMac has everything you need to build, modify, or repair guitars.Everything is backed by our 100% Lifetime Promise. And we have FAST worldwide shipping.Shop StewMac: stewmac.comFacebook: facebook.com/StewMacInstagram: @StewMac_Guitar
Noisy Guitar Pickups? Heres How to Easily Fix Them! StewMac 2022-11-19 | Nearly every guitar player has experienced noisy pickups. In this video Gene shows how to deal with two types: noise caused by a faulty grounding, and microphonics caused by the pickup vibrating. 0:00 What are 'microphonics'?03:43 Wax potting a pickup08:11 Adding a ground wire10:00 Final sound demoProducts used in this video include:Solomon SL-30 Soldering Stationstewmac.com/item/0501PEAKMETER Digital Multimeterstewmac.com/item/3607Fine-gauge Wire Stripperstewmac.com/item/1606StewMac Soldering Aidsstewmac.com/item/0521Stay Hot Solder Tip Cleanerstewmac.com/item/0514- - - - - - - - - - - - StewMac has everything you need to repair, build or maintain your guitars.Everything we sell is backed by our Lifetime Promise, and we offer fast worldwide shipping.Shop StewMac: stewmac.comInstagram: @StewMac_GuitarFacebook: facebook.com/StewMac
5 Reasons Your Guitar Wont Stay in Tune StewMac 2022-09-07 | Do you have problems keeping your guitar in tune? Before you think about swapping out your tuners, check out this video. StewMac guitar tech Gene Imbody shows you five of the most common tuning issues - and how to fix them.0:00 Intro00:28 Problem #1: The Strings02:03 Problem #2: The Tuners03:12 Problem #3: The Bridge04:49 Problem #4: Intonation06:42 Problem #5: The NutProducts used in this video include:The String Stretchastewmac.com/item/0276Gauged Nut Slotting Filesstewmac.com/item/0821Nut and Saddle Shaping Filesstewmac.com/item/45564" Radius Blocksstewmac.com/item/0410Snark ST-2 Super Tight Instrument Tunerstewmac.com/item/0807Digital Nut Slotting Gaugestewmac.com/item/12203StewMac Safe Slot Nut Guardstewmac.com/item/1795- - - - - - - - - - - - StewMac has everything you need to repair, build or maintain your guitars.Everything we sell is backed by our Lifetime Promise, and we offer fast worldwide shipping.Shop StewMac: stewmac.comInstagram: @StewMac_GuitarFacebook: facebook.com/StewMac
Meet 5 Innovative Guitar Builders at the 2022 NAMM Show StewMac 2022-07-05 | Check out StewMac's selection of five incredible makers from this year's NAMM Boutique Guitar Builder Showcase!Big thanks to the builders featured in this video: 00:00 Intro1:01 Spohn Guitarsspohnguitars.com2:42 Sankey Guitarshttp://www.sankeyguitars.com5:02 Ava Guitarsavaguitars.com6:30 Verso Musical Instrumentsversoinstruments.com8:03 Matsuda Guitarsmatsudaguitars.comAnd to all the great builders at the 2022 NAMM show, including: Kauer Guitarskauerguitars.comb3 Guitarsb3guitars.comGalloup Studiosgalloupguitars.com/galloup-studiosStradi Instrumentshttps://stradi.pl/McSwain Guitarsmcswainguitars.comOOPEGGoopegg.com/enDiego Vila Custom Guitarsdiegovilaguitars.comOD Guitarsod-guitars.com- - - - - - - - - - - - StewMac has everything you need to repair, build or maintain your guitars.Everything we sell is backed by our Lifetime Promise, and we offer fast worldwide shipping.Shop StewMac: stewmac.comInstagram: @StewMac_GuitarFacebook: facebook.com/StewMac namm 2022
STOP Throwing Away Used Sandpaper Rolls. Clean them! (It’s SUPER Easy!) StewMac 2022-06-03 | Whether you're a woodworker or guitar maker... if you use a drum sander you know how easy it is to clog up the sandpaper rolls (especially if you are sanding resinous woods). Throwing them away when they get clogged gets quite expensive! In this video, Dan demonstrates a neat trick to clean heavily clogged sandpaper, so you can reuse it. When you're done it will look (almost) as good as new.It's cheap, it's fast, and very simple to do. - - - - - - - - - - - - StewMac has everything you need to repair, build or maintain your guitars.Everything we sell is backed by our Lifetime Promise, and we offer fast worldwide shipping.Shop StewMac: stewmac.comInstagram: @StewMac_GuitarFacebook: facebook.com/StewMac
Measuring Basics: Rules and Calipers StewMac 2022-05-31 | If you're new to guitar building and repair, taking accurate measurements is a fundamental skill. Our customer service team gets LOTS of questions about how to measure correctly and we thought a video would be helpful for all of you just starting out.So in this video we're going to demonstrate measuring basics and show you how to read a rule and use a set of calipers.Items used in this video include:6" Rulestewmac.com/item/490512" Rulestewmac.com/item/624418" Rulestewmac.com/item/624524" Rulestewmac.com/item/6246Luthier's Digital Caliperstewmac.com/item/0447- - - - - - - - - - - - StewMac has everything you need to repair, build or maintain your guitars.Everything we sell is backed by our Lifetime Promise, and we offer fast worldwide shipping.Shop StewMac: stewmac.comInstagram: @StewMac_GuitarFacebook: facebook.com/StewMac
What Do Guitars from the 1800s Sound Like? StewMac 2022-04-26 | A lot of people think that old guitars sound better, but do they really? In this video Dan and Blake explore that question, and demo what two guitars probably sounded like back in the 1800's.Pyramid Gut Guitar Stringsstringsbymail.com/pyramid-authentic-gut-classical-guitar-strings-full-set-6682.htmlD'Addario Pro Arte Nylon Stringsstewmac.com/item/10849D'Addario Silk & Steel Folk Acoustic Guitar Stringsstewmac.com/item/10525- - - - - - - - - - - - StewMac has everything you need to repair, build or maintain your guitars.Everything we sell is backed by our Lifetime Promise, and we offer fast worldwide shipping.Shop StewMac: stewmac.comInstagram: @StewMac_GuitarFacebook: facebook.com/StewMac
Acoustic Guitar Pickups | How to CHOOSE and INSTALL StewMac 2022-04-05 | There are TONS of acoustic guitar pickup systems on the market. Dan and Blake show you how to install 3 of the most popular systems, the Fishman NeoD Magnetic Soundhole Pickup, The Schatten EP-01 Soundboard Transducer, and the L.R. Baggs Anthem SL. Practically no experience is necessary, and we even do a side-by-side sound comparison at the end.Check it out!0:00 Intro - 3 Great Pickup Options0:57 Fishman Soundhole Pickup2:01 Schatten Soundboard Transducer06:14 L.R. Baggs Anthem System10:00 Sound DemoItems used in this video include: Fishman Neo-D Magnetic Soundhole Pickupstewmac.com/item/3255Schatten Soundboard Transducerstewmac.com/item/3914L.R. Baggs Anthem SL Systemstewmac.com/item/1661Endpin Jack Reamerstewmac.com/item/4323Jack Installation Toolstewmac.com/item/0107StewMac Guitar Repair Magnet Setstewmac.com/item/46403-Piece Inspection Mirrorstewmac.com/item/5124Self-stick Wiring Clips for Acoustic Pickupsstewmac.com/item/0525Pickup Clearance Gaugesstewmac.com/item/5988- - - - - - - - - - - - StewMac has everything you need to repair, build or maintain your guitars.Everything we sell is backed by our Lifetime Promise, and we offer fast worldwide shipping.Shop StewMac: stewmac.comInstagram: @StewMac_GuitarFacebook: facebook.com/StewMac
Can You REALLY Adjust Your Truss Rod Without “BREAKING YOUR GUITAR?” StewMac 2022-03-08 | It seems like every guitar player has been told, "Don't touch your truss rod... you'll break your guitar!" But in this video Dan shows you a safe method for adjusting a truss rod, in even the most difficult neck. Check it out. We hope you like it.0:00 You CAN adjust your own truss rod0:49 Overview of neck positions2:25 Adjustment demo #17:28 Checking the action after adjustment8:39 The "buddy method"8:56 Different tools needed for different guitars 9:45 Single action vs. double action truss rods10:46 Adjustment demo #212:01 Checking the action after adjustmentItems used in this video include: Precision Notched Straightedgestewmac.com/item/3814String Action Gaugestewmac.com/item/0670Neck Caulstewmac.com/item/4269Hex Truss Rod Wrenchesstewmac.com/item/6101Allen Truss Rod Wrenchesstewmac.com/item/6113Soundhole Truss Rod Wrenchesstewmac.com/item/6161Truss Rod Wrench for Fenderstewmac.com/item/6111Pocket Truss Rod Wrenchesstewmac.com/item/6157Truss Rod Crank for Telestewmac.com/item/6138- - - - - - - - - - - - StewMac has everything you need to repair, build or maintain your guitars.Everything we sell is backed by our Lifetime Promise, and we offer fast worldwide shipping.Shop StewMac: stewmac.comInstagram: @StewMac_GuitarFacebook: facebook.com/StewMac
How to Replace a Fretboard Inlay on a Martin D-45 StewMac 2022-02-18 | Have you ever wanted to repair or replace a fretboard inlay on your guitar? Dan Erlewine tackles that project in this video. He replaces a dark abalone inlay from a Martin D-45 with a brighter, more colorful piece of shell.This project is easier than you might think.0:00 An 'almost perfect' guitar0:59 Choosing an abalone blank2:41 Making a template3:57 Removing the old inlay8:53 Cutting and shaping a new inlay14:50 Radiusing the inlay19:27 Installing the inlayITEMS USED IN THIS VIDEO INCLUDE: Abalone Inlay Blanksstewmac.com/item/0959Abalam Inlay Blankstewmac.com/item/4444Pearl Cutting Sawstewmac.com/item/4611Pearl Cutting Jigstewmac.com/item/51944" Radius Blocksstewmac.com/item/0413Two Cherries Wood Chiselsstewmac.com/item/1619Fret Slot Depth Gaugestewmac.com/item/54353M Stikit Gold Abrasivesstewmac.com/item/5766StewMac Fish Gluestewmac.com/item/0702- - - - - - - - - - - - StewMac has everything you need to repair, build or maintain your guitars.Everything we sell is backed by our Lifetime Promise, and we offer fast worldwide shipping.Shop StewMac: stewmac.comInstagram: @StewMac_GuitarFacebook: facebook.com/StewMac
Aerosol Guitar Finishing – Part 1 – Prep Sanding, Pore Filling and Sealer Coats StewMac 2022-01-19 | If you're new to guitar finishing, you've come to the right place. This is StewMac's step-by-step guitar finishing course. In this 3-part series we show you exactly what you need to do to get a professional-quality guitar finish at home using aerosol lacquers. **The results are pretty amazing** This series has been months in the making and covers it all:- How to finish a guitar body - How to finish a guitar neck - How to repaint a guitar / refinish a guitarAll using nitro aerosol finishes. It's perfect for anyone - no experience necessary! You really CAN get a pro-quality result (even on your first try) if you follow these steps.** EPISODE 1: covers prep sanding, pore filling and applying sealer coats. **00:00 Intro02:48 Overview - A Great Finish Starts with a Great Prep05:13 Inspection, Fixing Dents & Prep Sanding05:58 Fixing a Dent09:14 Sanding Basics 12:06 Sanding the guitar23:09 Masking off the Fingerboard26:51 Prep Steps if you are REFINISHING a guitar28:51 Pore Filling36:21 Applying the Pore Fill43:23 Sanding the Pore Fill49:24 Inspecting the Pore Fill50:56 Applying Vinyl Sealer51:55 Spraying Safety & Logistics56:35 Choosing the Right Finish57:53 Tips for Spraying Aerosols01:02:05 Spraying the Vinyl Sealer01:04:55 Sanding the Vinyl Sealer Coat01:07:38 What’s Next?We'd like to give a huge shoutout to Chris and Matt @Driftwood Guitars (youtube.com/channel/UCxCp0SN53j6SIx9z8uWbg-w) for helping us with this series. Thanks so much guys, it was a blast shooting this series with you!** ITEMS USED IN THIS VIDEO INCLUDE: **Wilkinson Guitar Kitstewmac.com/item/6282Sanding Block for Self-Adhesive Sandpaperstewmac.com/item/3699Micro-mesh Foam Sanding Blockstewmac.com/item/37013M Stikit Gold Abrasives Rollstewmac.com/item/5768Respirator Maskstewmac.com/item/5879OptiVISORstewmac.com/item/1685Naphthastewmac.com/item/0766Blue Painter's Tapestewmac.com/item/2332ColorTone Powdered Grain Fillerstewmac.com/item/0269Mixing Cups, Set of 10stewmac.com/item/4199Grain Filler Levelerstewmac.com/item/4939Guitar Finish Step-by-Step Bookstewmac.com/item/5095ColorTone Vinyl Sealerstewmac.com/item/3884Aerosol Spray Nozzlesstewmac.com/item/5058- - - - - - - - - - - - StewMac has everything you need to repair, build or maintain your guitars.Everything we sell is backed by our Lifetime Promise, and we offer fast worldwide shipping.Shop StewMac: stewmac.comInstagram: @StewMac_GuitarFacebook: facebook.com/StewMac
Aerosol Guitar Finishing – Part 2 – Spraying Color Coats and Clear Coats StewMac 2022-01-19 | If you're new to guitar finishing, you've come to the right place. This is StewMac's step-by-step guitar finishing course. In this 3-part series we show you exactly what you need to do to get a professional-quality guitar finish at home using aerosol lacquers. **The results are pretty amazing** This series has been months in the making and covers it all:- How to finish a guitar body - How to finish a guitar neck - How to repaint a guitar / refinish a guitarAll using nitro aerosol finishes. It's perfect for anyone - no experience necessary! You really CAN get a pro-quality result (even on your first try) if you follow these steps.EPISODE 1 covers: prep sanding, pore filling and sealer coats.(If you missed it, you can watch it here: youtu.be/ntsiNsaaNHM)In EPISODE 2 we're covering spraying color coats and clear coats.00:00 Intro01:18 Choosing Your Color02:52 Masking the Headstock03:50 Tips for Spraying Lacquer05:27 Spraying Color Coats 07:41 Discuss Common Finishing Problems10:38 Removing Tape and Inspecting the Neck12:33 Apply the Headstock Decal17:48 How Clear Coats Work21:46 Spraying Clear Coats 1-925:05 First Wet / Level Sanding39:48 Fixing Sanding Through the Color Coat42:17 Demoing a Drop Fill46:18 Spraying Clear Coats 10-1246:56 Second Wet / Level Sand49:45 Final Clear Coats 13-1450:37 Discuss Cure TimeWe'd like to give a huge shoutout to Chris and Matt @Driftwood Guitars (youtube.com/channel/UCxCp0SN53j6SIx9z8uWbg-w) for helping us with this series. Thanks so much guys, it was a blast shooting this series with you!** ITEMS IN THIS VIDEO INCLUDE: **ColorTone Aerosol Guitar Lacquerstewmac.com/item/5886ColorTone Clear Gloss Lacquerstewmac.com/item/3881Wilkinson Guitar Kitstewmac.com/item/6282Sanding Block for Self-Adhesive Sandpaperstewmac.com/item/3699Micro-mesh Foam Sanding Blockstewmac.com/item/37013M Stikit Gold Abrasives Rollstewmac.com/item/5768Respirator Maskstewmac.com/item/5879OptiVISORstewmac.com/item/1685Naphthastewmac.com/item/0766Blue Painter's Tapestewmac.com/item/2332Mixing Cups, Set of 10stewmac.com/item/4199Guitar Finishing Step-by-Step Bookstewmac.com/item/5095Aerosol Spray Nozzlesstewmac.com/item/5058Drop-fill Toothpicksstewmac.com/item/3108Micro Finishing Papersstewmac.com/item/5977- - - - - - - - - - - - StewMac has everything you need to repair, build or maintain your guitars.Everything we sell is backed by our Lifetime Promise, and we offer fast worldwide shipping.Shop StewMac: stewmac.comInstagram: @StewMac_GuitarFacebook: facebook.com/StewMac
Aerosol Guitar Finishing – Part 3 – Final Wet Sand, Buffing & Polishing StewMac 2022-01-19 | If you're new to guitar finishing, you've come to the right place. This is StewMac's step-by-step guitar finishing course. In this 3-part series we show you exactly what you need to do to get a professional-quality guitar finish at home using aerosol lacquers. **The results are pretty amazing** This series has been months in the making and covers it all:- How to finish a guitar body - How to finish a guitar neck - How to repaint a guitar / refinish a guitarAll using nitro aerosol finishes. It's perfect for anyone - no experience necessary! You really CAN get a pro-quality result (even on your first try) if you follow these steps.Episode 1 covers: prep sanding, pore filling and sealer coats.(If you missed it, you can watch it here: youtu.be/ntsiNsaaNHM)Episode 2 covers: spraying color coats and clear coats.(If you missed it, you can watch it here: youtu.be/mGHvFu8ddB8)In Episode 3, our final episode, we cover the final wet sand, buffing and polishing. You're going to be amazed how good this guitar looks using only rattle can finishes!00:00 Intro01:08 Getting a Pro Level Shine02:27 Final Wet Sand12:51 4 Methods to Buffing A Guitar16:17 Buffing the Guitar29:28 Removing Fingerboard Tape31:22 The Big Reveal31:47 Dan Stops by to Inspect the Work 32:47 Sound Check33:21 Final Words of AdviceWe'd like to give a huge shoutout to Chris and Matt @Driftwood Guitars (youtube.com/channel/UCxCp0SN53j6SIx9z8uWbg-w) for helping us with this series. Thanks so much guys, it was a blast shooting this series with you!** Items used in this video include: **ColorTone Wet Polishing Compoundsstewmac.com/item/1845Foam Polishing Padsstewmac.com/item/3414Micro Finishing Papersstewmac.com/item/5977StewMac Guitar Bufferstewmac.com/item/3081ColorTone Dry Buffing Compoundsstewmac.com/item/0101StewMac Super Gluestewmac.com/item/0010Wilkinson Guitar Kitstewmac.com/item/6282Sanding Block for Self-Adhesive Sandpaperstewmac.com/item/3699Micro-mesh Foam Sanding Blockstewmac.com/item/3701Blue Painter's Tapestewmac.com/item/2332Guitar Finish Step-by-Step Bookstewmac.com/item/5095- - - - - - - - - - - - StewMac has everything you need to repair, build or maintain your guitars.Everything we sell is backed by our Lifetime Promise, and we offer fast worldwide shipping.Shop StewMac: stewmac.comInstagram: @StewMac_GuitarFacebook: facebook.com/StewMac
Fixing Albert Lee’s crumbling tuner knobs StewMac 2021-12-27 | In this video, Dan shows how to easily replace the crumbling tuner buttons on Albert Lee's electric mandolin. This is a simple job that often needs to be done on vintage instruments with celluloid tuner buttons. Albert Lee photo at 00:06 used with permission from Getty Images.Items used in this video:StewMac Precision Fret Pullerstewmac.com/item/1636Dremelstewmac.com/item/0358Vintage-style Tuner Knobsstewmac.com/item/0113- - - - - - - - - - - - StewMac has everything you need to repair, build or maintain your guitars.Everything we sell is backed by our Lifetime Promise, and we offer fast worldwide shipping.Shop StewMac: stewmac.comInstagram: @StewMac_Guitar (Free T-shirt Drawing Every Tuesday!)Facebook: facebook.com/StewMac
Happy Holidays from Your Friends at StewMac StewMac 2021-12-23 | Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from your friends at StewMac.- - - - - - - - - - - - StewMac has everything you need to repair, build or maintain your guitars.Everything we sell is backed by our Lifetime Promise, and we offer fast worldwide shipping.Shop StewMac: stewmac.comInstagram: @StewMac_Guitar (Free T-shirt Drawing Every Tuesday!)Facebook: facebook.com/StewMac
How Sammy Brue used the COVID lockdown to electrify his career StewMac 2021-11-16 | Let's face it, gigging musicians have had a tough way to go during COVID. Right before the pandemic hit we recorded a video of up and coming independent artist Sammy Brue building his own guitar to record with and take out on tour. youtu.be/InaScMB7HdI We thought it would be fun to follow up with Sammy, see what he's been up to.It turns out, A LOT. Check it out.If you want to build your own guitar we can help. StewMac has tons of great guitar kits to start from as well as tons of free resources and on staff techs who can help guide you through it. Here are some of our most popular kits:T-Style Electric Guitar Kitstewmac.com/item/5782LP Style Electric Guitar Kitstewmac.com/item/5827Wilkinson Modern-S Guitar Kit (Rosewood Fingerboard)stewmac.com/item/6293-S335-Style Electric Guitar Kitstewmac.com/item/5201Regardless if you are looking to fix or maintain the gear you have, or build something new, Stewmac is here to help. stewmac.com- - - - - - - - - - - - Everything we sell is backed by our Lifetime Promise, and we offer fast worldwide shipping.- - - - - - - - - - - - Instagram: @StewMac_Guitar (Free T-shirt Drawing Every Tuesday!)Facebook: facebook.com/StewMac
How To Inlay a Guitar Headstock - With Master Inlay Artist Craig Lavin (Episode 3) StewMac 2021-10-01 | Master inlay artist Craig Lavin joins us and demonstrates the fundamentals of guitar inlay. In this 3 part series Craig will show you how to install a custom headstock logo into your guitar. We show you step-by-step everything you need to know to design, cut, and inlay a custom pearl inlay into your next guitar build.0:00 Intro0:14 Recap0:44 Leveling3:30 Dealing with bubbles6:18 Final SandingCheck out Episode One here:youtube.com/watch?v=ly0yUvK_QlwIf you missed Episode 2, check out here:youtube.com/watch?v=KrZqg5xBmawItems used in this series:Ebony Peghead Overlay Veneerstewmac.com/item/0991Pearl Cutting Sawstewmac.com/item/4611Pearl Cutting Jigstewmac.com/item/5194Abalam Inlay Blankstewmac.com/item/4444Pearl Inlay Blanksstewmac.com/item/0950Pearl Fretboard Side Dotsstewmac.com/item/0964StewMac Super Gluestewmac.com/item/00103M Stikit Sandpaperstewmac.com/item/5772- - - - - - - - - - - - StewMac has everything you need to repair, build or maintain your guitars.Everything we sell is backed by our Lifetime Promise, and we offer fast worldwide shipping.Shop StewMac: stewmac.comInstagram: @StewMac_Guitar (Free T-shirt Drawing Every Tuesday!)Facebook: facebook.com/StewMac
How To Inlay a Guitar Headstock - With Master Inlay Artist Craig Lavin (Episode 2) StewMac 2021-10-01 | Master inlay artist Craig Lavin joins us and demonstrates the fundamentals of guitar inlay. In this 3 part series Craig will show you how to install a custom headstock logo into your guitar. We show you step-by-step everything you need to know to design, cut, and inlay a custom pearl inlay into your next guitar build.0:00 Introduction1:03 Inlaying a finished guitar1:50 Inlaying an ebony headplate3:06 Positioning your inlay4:30 Gluing down the logo6:04 Tracing the logo10:05 Setting the depth of the cut12:15 Routing the pocket18:35 Checking the fit22:55 Gluing the inlay26:02 Filling gaps26:55 The Sharpie trick28:41 Final glue up and gap fillIf you missed Episode One, check it out here: youtube.com/watch?v=ly0yUvK_QlwItems used in this series:Ebony Peghead Overlay Veneerstewmac.com/item/0991Foredom Power Toolstewmac.com/item/5330Precision Router Basestewmac.com/item/5260Carbide Downcut Inlay Router Bitsstewmac.com/item/5155Pearl Cutting Sawstewmac.com/item/4611Pearl Cutting Jigstewmac.com/item/5194Abalam Inlay Blankstewmac.com/item/4444Pearl Inlay Blanksstewmac.com/item/0950Pearl Fretboard Side Dotsstewmac.com/item/0964StewMac Super Gluestewmac.com/item/0010- - - - - - - - - - - - StewMac has everything you need to repair, build or maintain your guitars.Everything we sell is backed by our Lifetime Promise, and we offer fast worldwide shipping.Shop StewMac: stewmac.comInstagram: @StewMac_Guitar (Free T-shirt Drawing Every Tuesday!)Facebook: facebook.com/StewMac
How To Inlay a Guitar Headstock - With Master Inlay Artist Craig Lavin (Episode 1) StewMac 2021-10-01 | Master inlay artist Craig Lavin joins us and demonstrates the fundamentals of guitar inlay. In this 3 part series Craig will show you how to install a custom headstock logo into your guitar. We show you step-by-step everything you need to know to design, cut, and inlay a custom pearl inlay into your next guitar build.00:00 Introduction0:50 3 Critical steps to a good inlay1:05 Logo selection / design6:54 Material selection 9:40 Prepping the logo to be cut14:12 Setting up your saw17:22 Cutting and shaping the pearl29:02 Removing the paper pattern31:03 Getting ready to locate the logo for routingItems used in this series:Ebony Peghead Overlay Veneerstewmac.com/item/0991Pearl Cutting Sawstewmac.com/item/4611Pearl Cutting Jigstewmac.com/item/5194Abalam Inlay Blankstewmac.com/item/4444Pearl Inlay Blanksstewmac.com/item/0950Pearl Fretboard Side Dotsstewmac.com/item/0964StewMac Super Gluestewmac.com/item/00103M Stikit Sandpaperstewmac.com/item/5772- - - - - - - - - - - - StewMac has everything you need to repair, build or maintain your guitars.Everything we sell is backed by our Lifetime Promise, and we offer fast worldwide shipping.Shop StewMac: stewmac.comInstagram: @StewMac_Guitar (Free T-shirt Drawing Every Tuesday!)Facebook: facebook.com/StewMac
Best Fret Crowning File Ever? StewMac 2021-08-10 | Our Z-file has been one of our most popular fret crowning files ever... and for good reason. It's great for beginners -- It helps create the perfect shape while keeping you off the top landing strip. It's also great for pro's -- it cuts fast and saves time (and time is money in a busy shop!)But we've made a great file even better with these new compact versions. Check out why these are fast becoming Erick's favorite new file!- - - - - - - - - - - - StewMac has everything you need to repair, build or maintain your guitars.Everything we sell is backed by our Lifetime Promise, and we offer fast worldwide shipping.Shop StewMac: stewmac.comInstagram: @StewMac_Guitar (Free T-shirt Drawing Every Tuesday!)Facebook: facebook.com/StewMac
How To Install A Handle On a Woodworking File StewMac 2021-05-06 | Ever wondered how to install a handle on a woodworking file? Oftentimes, if you buy aftermarket handles, the holes seem too small to fit on your files, rasps and chisels with exposed tangs. In this video, Brock installs a handle on one of our hand-cut dragon rasps with just a few minutes work.Items used in this video:Hand-Cut Dragon Raspshttp://www.stewmac.com/item/4151Aircraft Extension Drill Bithttp://www.stewmac.com/item/4840Luthier's Digital Calipershttp://www.stewmac.com/item/0447- - - - - - - - - - - - StewMac has everything you need to set up, repair or build guitars.Everything is 100% guaranteed. Fast worldwide shipping.Shop StewMac: stewmac.comFacebook: facebook.com/StewMacInstagram: @StewMac_Guitar
How to Install Frets on a Bound Fingerboard StewMac 2021-04-27 | Installing frets on a bound fingerboard has a few extra steps. In this video Erick Coleman refrets his 1970's Gibson Les Paul and shows every step in how to properly prepare the frets for installation onto a bound fingerboard.0:00 Introduction0:27 Bound vs. unbound fingerboard0:54 Removing the old frets2:45 Cleaning the fret slots4:00 Check the depth of the slots4:51 Checking the fretwire fit6:09 Radiusing, sizing and trimming the fret wire for installation 7:43 Cutting and filing the tangs12:44 Installing and gluing the frets17:32 Leveling17:44 Trimming the ends18:13 Filing and beveling the fret ends19:25 Crowning, end dressing and polishing the new fretsItems used in this video:StewMac Deluxe Fret Tang Nippersstewmac.com/item/2257StewMac Cryowirestewmac.com/item/0141-CStewMac Centered Z-Filestewmac.com/item/5080Jaws Fret Pressstewmac.com/item/4431Japanese Fret Slot Cleaning Sawstewmac.com/item/3615Deadblow Fretting Hammerstewmac.com/item/1296StewMac Precision Fret Pullerstewmac.com/item/1636Fret Slot Depth Gaugestewmac.com/item/5435FretBenderstewmac.com/item/0350StewMac Fret Cutterstewmac.com/item/0619Nut and Saddle Shaping Filesstewmac.com/item/4556Fret End Dressing Filestewmac.com/item/1175Snapfile Leveling Systemstewmac.com/item/2256StewMac Fret Heaterstewmac.com/item/4550Fret Slot Cleaning Toolstewmac.com/item/4870StewMac #10 Thin Super Gluestewmac.com/item/0010StewMac Brush-on Accelerator for Super Gluestewmac.com/item/7013Aluminum Radius-sanding Beamstewmac.com/item/156613M Flexible Polishing Papersstewmac.com/item/6040- - - - - - - - - - - - StewMac has everything you need to set up, repair or build guitars.Everything is 100% guaranteed. Fast worldwide shipping.Shop StewMac: stewmac.comFacebook: facebook.com/StewMacInstagram: @StewMac_Guitar
Build an Acoustic Guitar with a StewMac DIY Guitar Kit StewMac 2021-04-14 | Thinking about getting into lutherie or building your own guitar? Start with a StewMac guitar kit. You don't need a shop full of luthier tools to build our Body-Built Acoustic Kits.Zach Larson - a professional road guitarist touring with Broadway, on cruise ships and other acts - recently wanted to build a custom acoustic guitar and started with one of our Body-Built acoustic kits. Check out the video to see the results of his build. These kits are simple to build and a great first project for anyone interested in building a guitar. Building an acoustic guitar from scratch has a lot of steps and requires a lot of specialized tools. With these kits, much of the hard work is done for you. You can focus on customizing the details, fretting, finishing and get getting the perfect setup to fit your style of playing.StewMac Body-Built Acoustic Guitar Kitstewmac.com/item/16630- - - - - - - - - - - - StewMac has everything you need to set up, repair or build guitars.Everything is 100% guaranteed. Fast worldwide shipping.Shop StewMac: stewmac.comFacebook: facebook.com/StewMacInstagram: @StewMac_Guitar
Build your own Les Paul Guitar Kit with StewMac StewMac 2021-03-29 | If you've been dreaming about building a Les Paul guitar kit, our new LP style guitar kit is a perfect project for beginners and pros alike.This simple-to-build guitar kit is a great first project. All of the hard work is done for you. You can focus on customizing the details, finishing and get getting the perfect setup to fit your style of playing.StewMac LP Style Guitar Kitstewmac.com/item/5827- - - - - - - - - - - - StewMac has everything you need to set up, repair or build guitars.Everything is 100% guaranteed. Fast worldwide shipping.Shop StewMac: stewmac.comFacebook: facebook.com/StewMacInstagram: @StewMac_Guitar
Live Q&A With Dan Erlewine - Tuesday February 2 - 4:30 PM (EST) StewMac 2021-02-02 | We had SOOO many questions on our last Live Q&A with Dan Erlewine, there was no way we could get to them all... Therefore, we decided to do another session to make sure you get the answers you're looking for!So, do you have questions about your guitars? Dan has answers. Dan Erlewine, our resident guitar guru, will be LIVE and online Tuesday, February 2nd at 4:30 PM to answer your questions.- Have questions about building? We'll cover that. - Have questions about your guitar setup? Yup.- Have questions about your pickups? We'll cover that too.- Repairs? Definitely.- Wiring ... You bet.- Want to know how to get into the business of building and repair...we'll even talk about that.Dan will be live and online to talk guitars and answer your questions. Hope to see you there!- - - - - - - - - - - - StewMac has everything you need to set up, repair or build guitars.Everything is 100% guaranteed. Fast worldwide shipping.Shop StewMac: stewmac.comFacebook: facebook.com/StewMacInstagram: @StewMac_Guitar
About StewMac StewMac 2021-01-25 | For more than 50 years StewMac has been helping musicians, guitar builders and repair techs get the most out of their guitars. From specialized luthier tools for professionals to guitar kits for weekend hobbyists, we have everything you need to keep your guitars looking, playing and sounding their very best.We have a Lifetime Promise on everything we sell -- if any of our products ever breaks, wears out, or fails to exceed your every expectation simply return it for a replacement.We have fast, friendly worldwide shipping and we're here to help you.- - - - - - - - - - - - Shop StewMac: stewmac.comFacebook: facebook.com/StewMacInstagram: @StewMac_Guitar
Live Q&A With Dan Erlewine - (Playback From) Tuesday January 19th 4:30 PM (EST) StewMac 2021-01-19 | Want to learn more about building guitars, guitar repair or modifying guitars? In this pre-recorded session from January 19th, 2021, Dan Erlewine and Brock take 90-minutes of guitar questions from our customers and subscribers. In this session we cover:- Lots of questions about guitar setups.- Questions about favorite woods.- Fretting questions.- Truss Rods- Warped necks- The business of lutherie.- Finishing repairs... and lots of other great stuff. Check it out.- - - - - - - - - - - - StewMac has everything you need to set up, repair or build guitars.Everything is backed by our 100% Lifetime Promise and we have FAST worldwide shipping.Shop StewMac: stewmac.comFacebook: facebook.com/StewMacInstagram: @StewMac_Guitar
How to Build a 57 Tweed Amp Kit Step-by-Step (Episode 5) StewMac 2020-12-21 | If you've ever thought about building your own hand wired amp, but weren't sure where to start this is the series for you. StewMac tech, Tommy Stumpp, shows you everything you need to know step-by-step for building your very own Tweed 5F1 amp kit.In our first 4 episodes, we went from a box full of components to a completed 5F1 circuit. Now, in our 5th and final episode, all we have left to do is the final assembly in the cabinet and some testing in the circuit to be sure our amp is ready to rock!Tommy shows the entire build step-by-step so you can follow along at home. It doesn't matter if you've never even soldered before, you can build this amp!! In this 5-part series we'll show you everything you need to know to safely build one of the world's most iconic guitar amplifiers. Everyone from Clapton, to Walsh, to Richards has used this tone beast for some of rock's biggest hits. It's an easy build and a great place to get started into amp building.So join us on December 21 for Episode 4 and let's build this rock classic together. And, in case you missed them:Episode 1: youtu.be/kUkX4GcZw3oEpisode 2: youtu.be/PKuLiNKB6YwEpisode 3: youtu.be/yhXJYz3RXjAEpisode 4: youtu.be/I0IFbad3Q1QThings you'll need to follow along with the build:'57 Mini Tweed 5W Amp Kitstewmac.com/item/10730Solomon SL-30 Soldering Stationstewmac.com/item/05012-in-1 Wire Cutter/Stripperstewmac.com/item/1605PEAKMETER Digital Multimeterstewmac.com/item/3607SnufferStick High Voltage Discharge Stickstewmac.com/item/1552Guitar Tech Screwdriver and Wrench Setstewmac.com/item/3693Titebond Original Wood Gluestewmac.com/item/0622Masking tapestewmac.com/item/0678- - - - - - - - - - - - StewMac has everything you need to set up, repair or build guitars.Everything is 100% guaranteed. Fast worldwide shipping.Shop StewMac: stewmac.comFacebook: facebook.com/StewMacInstagram: @StewMac_Guitar
How to Build a 57 Tweed Amp Kit Step-by-Step (Episode 4) StewMac 2020-12-14 | If you've ever thought about building your own hand wired amp, but weren't sure where to start this is the series for you. StewMac tech, Tommy Stumpp, shows you everything you need to know step-by-step for building your very own Tweed 5F1 amp kit.In Episodes 1, 2, and 3, we talked about important safety procedures, then we prepped our cabinet, chassis, and the eyelet board that holds our circuit. In Episode 4, we are going to install the finished eyelet board into the chassis and wire all the connections to the sockets and jacks in the chassis, completing our 5F1 circuit!Tommy shows the entire build step-by-step so you can follow along at home. It doesn't matter if you've never even soldered before, you can build this amp!! In this 5-part series we'll show you everything you need to know to safely build one of the world's most iconic guitar amplifiers. Everyone from Clapton, to Walsh, to Richards has used this tone beast for some of rock's biggest hits. It's an easy build and a great place to get started into amp building.So join us on December 14 for Episode 4 and let's build this rock classic together. And, in case you missed them:Episode 1: youtu.be/kUkX4GcZw3oEpisode 2: youtu.be/PKuLiNKB6YwEpisode 3: youtu.be/yhXJYz3RXjAThing's you'll need to follow along with the build:'57 Mini Tweed 5W Amp Kitstewmac.com/item/10730Solomon SL-30 Soldering Stationstewmac.com/item/05012-in-1 Wire Cutter/Stripperstewmac.com/item/1605PEAKMETER Digital Multimeterstewmac.com/item/3607SnufferStick High Voltage Discharge Stickstewmac.com/item/1552Guitar Tech Screwdriver and Wrench Setstewmac.com/item/3693Titebond Original Wood Gluestewmac.com/item/0622Masking tapestewmac.com/item/0678- - - - - - - - - - - - StewMac has everything you need to set up, repair or build guitars.Everything is 100% guaranteed. Fast worldwide shipping.Shop StewMac: stewmac.comFacebook: facebook.com/StewMacInstagram: @StewMac_Guitar
How to Build a 57 Tweed Amp Kit Step-by-Step (Episode 3) StewMac 2020-12-07 | If you've ever thought about building your own hand wired amp, but weren't sure where to start this is the series for you. StewMac tech, Tommy Stumpp, shows you everything you need to know step-by-step for building your very own Tweed 5F1 amp kit.In Episodes 1 and 2, we prepped our cabinet and chassis. We also went over important safety information about tube amps. In Episode 3, we are going to build the main circuit on our vintage-style eyelet board and solder everything so it is ready to put into the chassis!Tommy shows the entire build step-by-step so you can follow along at home. It doesn't matter if you've never even soldered before, you can build this amp!! In this 5-part series we'll show you everything you need to know to safely build one of the world's most iconic guitar amplifiers. Everyone from Clapton, to Walsh, to Richards has used this tone beast for some of rock's biggest hits. It's an easy build and a great place to get started into amp building.So join us on December 7th for Episode 3 and let's build this rock classic together. And, in case you missed them:Episode 1: youtu.be/kUkX4GcZw3oEpisode 2: youtu.be/PKuLiNKB6YwThing's you'll need to follow along with the build:'57 Mini Tweed 5W Amp Kitstewmac.com/item/10730Solomon SL-30 Soldering Stationstewmac.com/item/05012-in-1 Wire Cutter/Stripperstewmac.com/item/1605PEAKMETER Digital Multimeterstewmac.com/item/3607SnufferStick High Voltage Discharge Stickstewmac.com/item/1552Guitar Tech Screwdriver and Wrench Setstewmac.com/item/3693Titebond Original Wood Gluestewmac.com/item/0622Masking tapestewmac.com/item/0678- - - - - - - - - - - - StewMac has everything you need to set up, repair or build guitars.Everything is 100% guaranteed. Fast worldwide shipping.Shop StewMac: stewmac.comFacebook: facebook.com/StewMacInstagram: @StewMac_Guitar
How to Build a 57 Tweed Amp Kit Step-by-Step (Episode 2) StewMac 2020-11-30 | If you've ever thought about building your own hand wired amp, but weren't sure where to start this is the series for you.StewMac tech, Tommy Stumpp, shows you step-by-step how to build our Tweed 5F1 amp kit. The series began November 23th, 2020, and Episode 2 will air on November 30th 2021.In Episode 1 (youtu.be/kUkX4GcZw3o) we covered prepping the cabinet and basic safety procedures. In Episode 2 we continue the build by starting to populate the vintage style fiber eyelet board.In this series, StewMac tech, Tommy Stumpp, shows you everything you need to know step-by-step for building your very own Tweed 5F1 amp kit.Tommy shows the entire build step-by-step so you can follow along at home. It doesn't matter if you've never even soldered before, you can build this amp!! In this 5-part series we'll show you everything you need to know to safely build one of the world's most iconic guitar amplifiers. Everyone from Clapton, to Walsh, to Richards has used this tone beast for some of rock's biggest hits. It's an easy build and a great place to get started into amp building.So join us on November 30th for Episode 2 and let's build this rock classic together.Thing's you'll need to follow along with the build:'57 Mini Tweed 5W Amp Kitstewmac.com/item/10730Solomon SL-30 Soldering Stationstewmac.com/item/05012-in-1 Wire Cutter/Stripperstewmac.com/item/1605PEAKMETER Digital Multimeterstewmac.com/item/3607SnufferStick High Voltage Discharge Stickstewmac.com/item/1552Guitar Tech Screwdriver and Wrench Setstewmac.com/item/3693Titebond Original Wood Gluestewmac.com/item/0622Masking tapestewmac.com/item/0678- - - - - - - - - - - - StewMac has everything you need to set up, repair or build guitars.Everything backed by our Lifetime Promise and we have FAST worldwide shipping.Shop StewMac: stewmac.comFacebook: facebook.com/StewMacInstagram: @StewMac_Guitar
StewMac Guitar Kits Super Easy Guitar Build Kits For Beginners StewMac 2020-11-28 | Have you ever thought about building your own guitar but didn't know where to start? Or maybe you don't have a big workshop full of tools? No sweat! Our newly refreshed S & T style kits are a great place to start. They're SUPER easy for complete beginners with zero woodworking experience -- and you probably already have most of the tools you need to build it. These kits play and sound absolutely fantastic, and like everything we sell, they're backed by our Lifetime Promise. If you ever have an issue (seriously, any issue), call us up and we'll take good care of you.Check out our tech specialist Zach Shafer and his band demoing our kits.StewMac S-Style Electric Guitar Kitstewmac.com/item/5281StewMac T-Style Electric Guitar Kitstewmac.com/item/5282- - - - - - - - - - - - StewMac has everything you need to set up, repair or build guitars.Everything we sell is backed by our Lifetime Promise and we have Fast Worldwide Shipping.Shop StewMac: stewmac.comFacebook: facebook.com/StewMacInstagram: @StewMac_Guitar
How to Build a 57 Tweed Amp Kit Step-by-Step (Episode 1) StewMac 2020-11-23 | If you've ever thought about building your own hand wired amp, but weren't sure where to start this is the series for you.StewMac tech, Tommy Stumpp, shows you step-by-step how to build our Tweed 5F1 amp kit. Episode 1 we go over prepping the cabinet and basic safety procedures to deal with voltages contained in a guitar amplifier.In this 5-part series you'll learn everything you need to know to safely build one of the world's most iconic guitar amps. Tommy shows you the complete build step-by-step so you can follow along at home. It doesn't matter if you've never even soldered before, you can build this amp!! Everyone from Clapton, to Walsh, to Richards has used this tone beast for nearly 50 years. It's an easy build and a great place to get into amp building.Check it out, and be sure to catch the other 4 episodes live or in playback.Thing's you'll need to follow along with the build:'57 Mini Tweed 5W Amp Kitstewmac.com/item/10730Solomon SL-30 Soldering Stationstewmac.com/item/05012-in-1 Wire Cutter/Stripperstewmac.com/item/1605PEAKMETER Digital Multimeterstewmac.com/item/3607SnufferStick High Voltage Discharge Stickstewmac.com/item/1552Guitar Tech Screwdriver and Wrench Setstewmac.com/item/3693Titebond Original Wood Gluestewmac.com/item/0622Masking tapestewmac.com/item/0678- - - - - - - - - - - - StewMac has everything you need to set up, repair or build guitars.Everything is 100% guaranteed. Fast worldwide shipping.Shop StewMac: stewmac.comFacebook: facebook.com/StewMacInstagram: @StewMac_Guitar
How to Build a Tweed Champ 5F1 Step-by-Step (Upcoming LIVE Build Along) StewMac 2020-11-09 | If you've ever thought about building your own hand wired amp, but weren't sure where to start this is the series for you.StewMac tech, Tommy Stumpp, is going to do a live build along of our Tweed 5F1 amp kit starting November 16th, 2020.Tommy is going to show you the complete build step-by-step. It doesn't matter if you've never even soldered before. You can build this amp!! In this 5-part series you'll learn everything you need to know to safely build one of the world's most iconic guitar amplifiers. Everyone from Clapton, to Walsh, to Richards has used this tone beast for nearly 50 years. It's an easy build and a great place to get into amp building.So join us on November 16th and let's build this rock classic together.Thing's you'll need to follow along with the build:'57 Mini Tweed 5W Amp Kitstewmac.com/item/10730Solomon SL-30 Soldering Stationstewmac.com/item/05012-in-1 Wire Cutter/Stripperstewmac.com/item/1605PEAKMETER Digital Multimeterstewmac.com/item/3607SnufferStick High Voltage Discharge Stickstewmac.com/item/1552Guitar Tech Screwdriver and Wrench Setstewmac.com/item/3693Titebond Original Wood Gluestewmac.com/item/0622Masking tapestewmac.com/item/0678- - - - - - - - - - - - StewMac has everything you need to set up, repair or build guitars, amps and pedals.Everything is backed by our unconditional Lifetime Promise, and we have fast worldwide shipping.Shop StewMac: stewmac.comFacebook: facebook.com/StewMacInstagram: @StewMac_Guitar
Ep. 1 - GuitarMakers - Sammy Brue Builds His Own Touring Guitar (FULL EPISODE) StewMac 2020-11-02 | Signed New West artist Sammy Brue builds his own guitar to tour with for his latest album "Crash Test Kid".Sammy traveled to Nashville, Tennessee to discover what would be the perfect electric guitar for him to add to his largely acoustic repertoire. He consulted with industry pros and paired up with custom luthier Kevin Equitz to build his first custom instrument. - - - - - - - - - - - - Looking to build your own Dream Guitar?StewMac has everything you need.Everything is backed by Our Lifetime Promise, and we have FAST worldwide shipping.Shop StewMac: stewmac.comFacebook: facebook.com/StewMacInstagram: @StewMac_Guitar
How to Build a Mini Guitar Kit Step-by-Step (Episode 4) StewMac 2020-10-22 | This is the fourth and final episode in our 4 part step-by-step series on how to build a mini guitar kit. If you missed the first three episodes you can find them here:Episode 1 - youtu.be/p0kXSurOd1IEpisode 2 - youtu.be/c_v-rIe0ruoEpisode 3 - youtu.be/gv9uWJUjuqoIn Episode 1 we covered:- Customizing the peghead- Sanding and prepping the body for finish- Applying the grain fillerIn Episode 2 - We concentrated on applying the finish.In Episode 3:- installed all the hardware- wired up the electronics - and completed the assemblyAnd today we're going to put the finishing touches on the project by giving the guitar a professional setup so it plays great.About this series:If you ever wanted to build your own guitar, but didn't know where to start, this live build along series is a great place to start. In this 4-part series we'll show you step-by-step how to build, wire, and set up one of our fantastic mini guitar kits. Even if you are a complete beginner, don't worry... we've made this easy -- no workshop is required. You can literally build this on your kitchen table with tools you probably already have.Stuff you'll need for this build:Mini T-Style Electric Guitar Kitstewmac.com/item/12258Solomon SL-30 Soldering Stationstewmac.com/item/0501Guitar Tech Screwdriver and Wrench Setstewmac.com/item/369312" Precision Straightedgestewmac.com/item/38496" StewMac Shop Rulestewmac.com/item/4905Razor files, set of 2stewmac.com/item/4170Luthier's File Setstewmac.com/item/0842ColorTone Powdered Grain Filler, ebonystewmac.com/item/0269-EColorTone Wipe-On Poly Finishstewmac.com/item/3622ColorTone Liquid Stainstewmac.com/item/5038Awl/Inlay Tracing Scribestewmac.com/item/1672Foam Sanding Blockstewmac.com/item/3701Sandpaper: 150, 220, 320, 400 gritsstewmac.com/item/5562Light duty 3M Scotch-Brite padstewmac.com/item/7445ColorTone Naphthastewmac.com/item/0766Titebond Original Wood Gluestewmac.com/item/0622Masking tapestewmac.com/item/0678- - - - - - - - - - - - StewMac has everything you need to build, modify, or repair guitars.Everything is backed by our 100% Lifetime Promise. And we have FAST worldwide shipping.Shop StewMac: stewmac.comFacebook: facebook.com/StewMacInstagram: @StewMac_Guitar
How to Build a Mini Guitar Kit Step-by-Step (Episode 3) StewMac 2020-10-21 | This is the third episode in our 4 part step-by-step series on how to build a mini guitar kit. If you missed the first two episodes you can find them here:Episode 1 - youtu.be/p0kXSurOd1IEpisode 2 - youtu.be/c_v-rIe0ruoIn Episode 1 we covered:- Customizing the peghead- Sanding and prepping the body for finish- Applying the grain fillerIn this Episode 2 - We concentrated on applying the finish.And in today's episode we are going to:- install all the hardware- wire up the electronics - and complete the assemblyAbout this series:If you ever wanted to build your own guitar, but didn't know where to start, this live build along series is a great place to start. In this 4-part series we'll show you step-by-step how to build, wire, and set up one of our fantastic mini guitar kits. Even if you are a complete beginner, don't worry... we've made this easy -- no workshop is required. You can literally build this on your kitchen table with tools you probably already have.Stuff you'll need for this build:Mini T-Style Electric Guitar Kitstewmac.com/item/12258Solomon SL-30 Soldering Stationstewmac.com/item/0501Guitar Tech Screwdriver and Wrench Setstewmac.com/item/369312" Precision Straightedgestewmac.com/item/38496" StewMac Shop Rulestewmac.com/item/4905Razor files, set of 2stewmac.com/item/4170Luthier's File Setstewmac.com/item/0842ColorTone Powdered Grain Filler, ebonystewmac.com/item/0269-EColorTone Wipe-On Poly Finishstewmac.com/item/3622ColorTone Liquid Stainstewmac.com/item/5038Awl/Inlay Tracing Scribestewmac.com/item/1672Foam Sanding Blockstewmac.com/item/3701Sandpaper: 150, 220, 320, 400 gritsstewmac.com/item/5562Light duty 3M Scotch-Brite padstewmac.com/item/7445ColorTone Naphthastewmac.com/item/0766Titebond Original Wood Gluestewmac.com/item/0622Masking tapestewmac.com/item/0678- - - - - - - - - - - - StewMac has everything you need to build, modify, or repair guitars.Everything is backed by our 100% Lifetime Promise. And we have FAST worldwide shipping.Shop StewMac: stewmac.comFacebook: facebook.com/StewMacInstagram: @StewMac_Guitar
How to Build a Mini Guitar Kit Step-by-Step (Episode 1) StewMac 2020-10-19 | If you tuned into our last YouTube Live course you learned how to build a custom pedal... Now learn to build a guitar to go along with it!If you ever wanted to build your own guitar, but didn't know where to start, this live build along series is a great place to start. In this 4-part series (which begins on October 19th, 2020) we'll show you step-by-step how to build, wire, and set up one of our fantastic mini guitar kits. Even if you are a complete beginner, don't worry... we've made this easy -- no workshop is required. You can literally build this on your kitchen table with tools you probably already have.Stuff you'll need for this build:Mini T-Style Electric Guitar Kitstewmac.com/item/12258Solomon SL-30 Soldering Stationstewmac.com/item/0501Guitar Tech Screwdriver and Wrench Setstewmac.com/item/369312" Precision Straightedgestewmac.com/item/38496" StewMac Shop Rulestewmac.com/item/4905Razor files, set of 2stewmac.com/item/4170Luthier's File Setstewmac.com/item/0842ColorTone Powdered Grain Filler, ebonystewmac.com/item/0269-EColorTone Wipe-On Poly Finishstewmac.com/item/3622ColorTone Liquid Stainstewmac.com/item/5038Awl/Inlay Tracing Scribestewmac.com/item/1672Foam Sanding Blockstewmac.com/item/3701Sandpaper: 150, 220, 320, 400 gritsstewmac.com/item/5562Light duty 3M Scotch-Brite padstewmac.com/item/7445ColorTone Naphthastewmac.com/item/0766Titebond Original Wood Gluestewmac.com/item/0622Masking tapestewmac.com/item/0678- - - - - - - - - - - - StewMac has everything you need to build, modify, or repair guitars.Everything is backed by our 100% Lifetime Promise. And we have FAST worldwide shipping.Shop StewMac: stewmac.comFacebook: facebook.com/StewMacInstagram: @StewMac_Guitar
The Fastest Easiest Way to Mix Fresh Shellac StewMac 2020-09-22 | Fresh shellac made from flakes is superior to pre-mixed from a can or in an aerosol. But the traditional approach is slow, and it doesn't always dissolve completely.This method involves two extra steps but you get nearly flawless results in under 30 minutes (less time than it would take to drive to the hardware store to get the premixed stuff.)Items used in this video:Shellac Flakeshttp://www.stewmac.com/item/6181Alcohol Solventhttp://www.stewmac.com/item/0794(denatured alcohol or Everclear work well too)A small coffee grinder ($15 Amazon)A magnetic stirrer ($18 Amazon)A fine paint strainer (100 Micron)- - - - - - - - - - - - StewMac has everything you need to set up, repair or build guitars.Everything is 100% guaranteed. Fast worldwide shipping.Shop StewMac: stewmac.comFacebook: facebook.com/StewMacInstagram: @StewMac_Guitar
Tips for Hydro Dipping DIY Guitar Pedals StewMac 2020-09-15 | This week Brock Poling shares a few tips for hydro dipping DIY guitar pedals. Hydro dipping offers a wide range of designs for virtually any look you're going for on your pedal kit.0:00 Intro0:41 Prep the Case2:00 Hydrostatic Film2:35 Water Tray3:45 Prep the Film4:27 Troubleshooting5:15 Activator5:37 Let's Dip!6:07 Rinse6:47 Done!Item's used in this video include:Pedal Kitstewmac.com/SiteSearch/?search=pedal%20kitPlastic Binamazon.com/Sterilite-Storage-Box-13-5-Clear/dp/B00YFSCEEI/ref=sr_1_16?crid=18W9IXLGL3Y2Y&dchild=1&keywords=6+qt+plastic+storage+bins+with+lids&qid=1599766317&sprefix=6+qt+plastic+storage+bin%2Caps%2C159&sr=8-16Hydrographic Filmmydipkit.com/shop- - - - - - - - - - - - StewMac has everything you need to set up, repair or build guitars.Everything is 100% guaranteed. Fast worldwide shipping.Shop StewMac: stewmac.comFacebook: facebook.com/StewMacInstagram: @StewMac_Guitar
How to Build a Pedal Kit Step-by-Step (Episode 4) StewMac 2020-09-10 | Ever wanted to build your own pedal kit but weren't sure where to start? This live build along series from StewMac has what you need. In this final episode of our 4-part series (which began on August 19th, 2020) Tommy Stumpp will show you step-by-step how to build our Interval Fuzz pedal. In Episode 4 (9/9, 2020) we'll wire up the jacks, switches, and LED; install everything in the case and test it out!If you are just tuning in, you can find prior episodes hereEpisode 1: youtu.be/Cg5cZjBOquk Episode 2: youtu.be/pDnioGyYyykEpisode 3: youtu.be/OyWPJuOAT7AEven if you are a complete beginner, this series shows you everything you need to know -- from unboxing, to choosing the right soldering iron, to making every connection... we even talk about tips on painting your pedal. This build-a-long series has everything you need to build your first pedal and get a great result.Thing's you'll need to follow along with the build:StewMac Interval Fuzz Pedal Kitstewmac.com/item/2354PC Board Holderstewmac.com/item/0500Guitar Tech Screwdriver and Wrench Setstewmac.com/item/3000Solomon SR-965 Soldering Ironstewmac.com/item/0502Solder Wickstewmac.com/item/0504Solderstewmac.com/item/0505Soldering Aidsstewmac.com/item/0521Fine-gauge Wire Stripperstewmac.com/item/1606Wire Cutterstewmac.com/item/1607OptiVISORstewmac.com/item/1685- - - - - - - - - - - - StewMac has everything you need to set up, repair or build guitars.Everything is 100% guaranteed. Fast worldwide shipping.Shop StewMac: stewmac.comFacebook: facebook.com/StewMacInstagram: @StewMac_Guitar
How to Build a Pedal Kit Step-by-Step (Episode 3) StewMac 2020-09-03 | Ever wanted to build your own pedal kit but weren't sure where to start? This live build along series from StewMac has what you need. In this 4-part series (which began on August 19th, 2020) Tommy Stumpp will show you step-by-step how to build our Interval Fuzz pedal. In Episode 3 (9/2, 2020) we'll continue wiring the circuit board and start to put on some of the jumper wires that will connect to other parts of the pedal.If you missed Episode 1 you can catch it here: youtu.be/Cg5cZjBOquk And Episode 2 is here: youtu.be/pDnioGyYyykEven if you are a complete beginner, this series will show you everything you need to know -- from unboxing, to choosing the right soldering iron, to making every connection... we'll even talk about tips on painting your pedal. This build-a-long series has everything you need to build your first pedal and get a great result.Thing's you'll need to follow along with the build:StewMac Interval Fuzz Pedal Kitstewmac.com/item/2354PC Board Holderstewmac.com/item/0500Guitar Tech Screwdriver and Wrench Setstewmac.com/item/3000Solomon SR-965 Soldering Ironstewmac.com/item/0502Solder Wickstewmac.com/item/0504Solderstewmac.com/item/0505Soldering Aidsstewmac.com/item/0521Fine-gauge Wire Stripperstewmac.com/item/1606Wire Cutterstewmac.com/item/1607OptiVISORstewmac.com/item/1685- - - - - - - - - - - - StewMac has everything you need to set up, repair or build guitars.Everything is 100% guaranteed. Fast worldwide shipping.Shop StewMac: stewmac.comFacebook: facebook.com/StewMacInstagram: @StewMac_Guitar
Dan Erlewines Quick Fix for Fret Buzz Caused by the Nut StewMac 2020-08-27 | In this video Dan Erlewine demonstrates a quick fix for fret buzz caused by worn nut slots.Products used in this video include:Nut Rescue Lubricated Nut Repair Powderstewmac.com/item/2348#10 Super Gluestewmac.com/item/0010Razor Knifestewmac.com/item/4878Gauged Nut Slotting Filesstewmac.com/item/0821- - - - - - - - - - - - Shop StewMac: stewmac.comFacebook: facebook.com/StewMacInstagram: @StewMac_Guitar
How to Build a Pedal Kit Step-by-Step (Episode 2) StewMac 2020-08-27 | Ever wanted to build your own pedal kit but didn't know where to start, this live build along series from StewMac is the place to start. In this 4-part series (which began on August 19th, 2020) Tommy Stumpp will show you step-by-step how to build our Interval Fuzz pedal. In Episode 2 (8/26, 2020) we'll begin soldering components to the board, talking about the circuit and how to avoid some common mistakes. If you missed last week's episode, you can view it here: youtu.be/Cg5cZjBOquk Even if you are a complete beginner, this series will show you everything you need to know -- from unboxing, to choosing the right soldering iron, to making every connection... we'll even talk about tips on painting your pedal. This build-a-long series has everything you need to know to build your first pedal and get a great result.Thing's you'll need to follow along with the build:StewMac Interval Fuzz Pedal Kitstewmac.com/item/2354PC Board Holderstewmac.com/item/0500Guitar Tech Screwdriver and Wrench Setstewmac.com/item/3000Solomon SR-965 Soldering Ironstewmac.com/item/0502Solder Wickstewmac.com/item/0504Solderstewmac.com/item/0505Soldering Aidsstewmac.com/item/0521Fine-gauge Wire Stripperstewmac.com/item/1606Wire Cutterstewmac.com/item/1607OptiVISORstewmac.com/item/1685- - - - - - - - - - - - StewMac has everything you need to set up, repair or build guitars.Everything is 100% guaranteed. Fast worldwide shipping.Shop StewMac: stewmac.comFacebook: facebook.com/StewMacInstagram: @StewMac_Guitar
How to Build a Pedal Kit Step-by-Step (Episode 1) StewMac 2020-08-20 | If you ever wanted to build your own pedal kit but didn't know where to start, this live build along series from StewMac is the place to start. In this 4-part series (which begins on August 19th, 2020) Tommy Stumpp will show you step-by-step how to build our Interval Fuzz pedal. Even if you are a complete beginner, Tommy will show you everything you need to know -- from unboxing, to choosing the right soldering iron, to making every connection... we'll even talk about tips on painting your pedal. This 4 part series has everything you need to know to build your first pedal and get a great result.Thing's you'll need to follow along with the build:StewMac Interval Fuzz Pedal Kitstewmac.com/item/2354PC Board Holderstewmac.com/item/0500Guitar Tech Screwdriver and Wrench Setstewmac.com/item/3000Solomon SR-965 Soldering Ironstewmac.com/item/0502Solder Wickstewmac.com/item/0504Solderstewmac.com/item/0505Soldering Aidsstewmac.com/item/0521Fine-gauge Wire Stripperstewmac.com/item/1606Wire Cutterstewmac.com/item/1607OptiVISORstewmac.com/item/1685- - - - - - - - - - - - StewMac has everything you need to set up, repair or build guitars.Everything is 100% guaranteed. Fast worldwide shipping.Shop StewMac: stewmac.comFacebook: facebook.com/StewMacInstagram: @StewMac_Guitar
Making a Guitar Nut - 3 Tips for Proper Slotting StewMac 2020-08-10 | Making a new guitar nut? In this video Dan shows 3 tips for getting the job done right. Getting the proper shape of the nut; ramping (or backfiling) the nut the proper way to ensure proper intonation, without buzz or excessive wear), and opening the back of the nut slots to ensure an easy, unobstructed path for the strings.Check it out.Products used or mentioned in this trade secret video.DiamondCut™ Nut Slotting Filesstewmac.com/item/1320Gauged Nut Slotting Filesstewmac.com/item/0821Bone Nut Blanksstewmac.com/item/6020-V- - - - - - - - - - - - StewMac has everything you need to set up, repair or build guitars.Everything is 100% guaranteed. Fast worldwide shipping.Shop StewMac: stewmac.comFacebook: facebook.com/StewMacInstagram: @StewMac_Guitar
How to Change Guitar Pickups StewMac 2020-07-24 | If you've ever wondered how to change your guitar pickups but weren't sure how to do it, this video is what you need. Paul shows a beginning approach to swapping electric guitar pickups for both single-coils and humbuckersItems used in this video:StewMac Soldering Aidshttp://www.stewmac.com/item/0521Solomon SL-30 Soldering Stationhttp://www.stewmac.com/item/0501Wire Cuttershttp://www.stewmac.com/item/1607Fine Gauge Wire Strippershttp://www.stewmac.com/item/1606Heat Sinkhttp://www.stewmac.com/item/0520-CUGolden Age Pickups For Strathttp://www.stewmac.com/item/5447Golden Age Parson's Street Humbuckershttp://www.stewmac.com/item/5408Kester Solder Pakhttp://www.stewmac.com/item/0505Guitar Tech Screwdriver Sethttp://www.stewmac.com/item/3000- - - - - - - - - - - - StewMac has everything you need to set up, repair or build guitars.Everything is 100% guaranteed. Fast worldwide shipping.Shop StewMac: stewmac.comFacebook: facebook.com/StewMacInstagram: @StewMac_Guitar
Fix Fret Buzz Without Removing the Strings StewMac 2020-06-29 | Fret buzz is a very common problem. In this video Dan shows you how to find and fix fret buzz on a single high fret quickly and easily without even taking the strings off. Only a couple tools are necessary.Items used in this video:Under String Fret Dressing Filesstewmac.com/item/0334Fret Rockerstewmac.com/item/3770StewMac Fingerboard Guardsstewmac.com/item/3744Micro-Mesh Soft Touch Padsstewmac.com/item/3730- - - - - - - - - - - - StewMac has everything you need to set up, repair or build guitars.Everything is 100% guaranteed. Fast worldwide shipping.Shop StewMac: stewmac.comFacebook: facebook.com/StewMacInstagram: @StewMac_Guitar
Live from Dan Erlewines Shop Friday, May 29, 2020 StewMac 2020-05-29 | We're Back! Since the first one went so well and there was such strong support... Friday (5/29) at 1PM Eastern Dan Erlewine will be doing another live Q&A. Once again he'll be answering your questions about guitars, guitar repair, whatever you want. We'd love to see you there!Can't make 1PM, no worries, we'll post the recording later. Submit your question in the comment and we'll do our best to get to it.- - - - - - - - - - - - StewMac has everything you need to set up, repair or build guitars.Everything is 100% guaranteed. Fast worldwide shipping.Shop StewMac: stewmac.comFacebook: facebook.com/StewMacInstagram: @StewMac_Guitar
How to Fix a Guitar Crack Caused by Humidity Damage StewMac 2020-05-22 | In this video, Dan demonstrates how to fix a crack in a boutique acoustic guitar caused by intense sun and humidity damage -- including a nifty trick for perfectly locating a cleat to hold the crack closed.Products used in this week's video:Digital Humidity & Temperature Gaugehttp://www.stewmac.com/item/5765 Titebond Liquid Hide Gluehttp://www.stewmac.com/item/0633Low Tack Protective Tapehttp://www.stewmac.com/item/1682Cam Clamphttp://www.stewmac.com/item/3723- - - - - - - - - - - - StewMac has everything you need to set up, repair or build guitars.Everything is 100% guaranteed. Fast worldwide shipping.Shop StewMac: stewmac.comFacebook: facebook.com/StewMacInstagram: @StewMac_Guitar
