What was this Ukulele made for? | Billie Eilish Georg Figél 2024-04-15 | A simple arrangement of thìs oscar winning song. It's ok to play a mainstream song for once ;)It's the ukulele from my "How to bleach a fretboard video"youtu.be/093GVe57TrUUkulele: Harley Benton Kahuna DLX Solid Soprano#billieeilish #oscars2024 #ukulele #ukulelecover #mainstreamGeorgLeave a Like on Facebook:facebook.com/georgFigelInstagram:instagram.com/georg.figelTwitter:twitter.com/georg_f_guitar
Review before the Mod | Harley Benton DC-Junior FAT Georg Figél 2024-04-08 | Update: Don't get the "Wilkinson GTB Adjustable Wraparound Bridge" for this guitar. That bridge needs bridge pins that are a bit further back to intonate correctly, so it's not a direct replacement for this guitar.Before I transform this guitar into a fretless, it's time for a quick review of this Harley Benton DC-Junior FAT.Pickup in the guitar: Roswell P90D Stack STK4PChapters:0:00 Hi Gain0:21 Crunch0:32 Clean0:46 Specs1:43 Problem 1: Noisy2:22 Problem 2: Bridge too high2:49 Problem 3: Color is fading3:26 Problem 4: Frets are rough3:45 Verdict4:18 Fretless Conversion is nextLeave a Like on Facebook:facebook.com/georgFigelInstagram:instagram.com/georg.figelTwitter:twitter.com/georg_f_guitar
How to bleach a Fretboard | Amaranth & Wenge Georg Figél 2024-03-26 | Is it possible to change a fretboard to a lighter color?Today we are bleaching a fretboard to see what it would look like, and/or if that could make a convincing maple-ish looking fretboard.We're using a DIY 2 step bleach, with Sodium Hydroxide (NaOH) and Hydrogen Peroxide (H2O2).And we're using masking tape to see if we can get crisp lines.I'm testing on an Amaranth (Purpleheart) fretboard and on Wenge.Bonus Tests: Can you dye bleached Wenge?White decorative wax on the bleached fretboard.Turning the fretboard brown again with Osmo Polyx (hard wax oil) in Amber color.Chapters:0:00 Intro0:45 Applying Lye1:09 Applying H2O21:27 1st Results1:50 Neutralize with Vinegar1:58 Bleaching Results2:15 Dyeing Wenge2:27 White Wood Wax3:05 Rescuing the Ukulele3:39 Restored Ukulele4:11 Flower Duet OutroThe image of the guy in the hazard suit and the image wood warehouse are AI generated.#bleachingwood #diycrafts #diybleach Leave a Like on Facebook:facebook.com/georgFigelInstagram:instagram.com/georg.figelTwitter:twitter.com/georg_f_guitar
Routing with a drill press | DIY guitar build Georg Figél 2024-03-21 | This is a trailer for my "3 lipstick pickup, roundover, black/chrome Telecaster" DIY build video: youtube.com/watch?v=CQU3NBXe6VsLeave a Like on Facebook:facebook.com/georgFigelInstagram:instagram.com/georg.figelTwitter:twitter.com/georg_f_guitar
Mirror Chrome Paint on DIY Guitar Georg Figél 2024-03-19 | Also, In Da Club by 50 Cent and OpethCulturehustle Mirror PaintFull Build Video here: youtube.com/watch?v=CQU3NBXe6VsLeave a Like on Facebook:facebook.com/georgFigelInstagram:instagram.com/georg.figelTwitter:twitter.com/georg_f_guitar
Rounded over 3 Pickup Tele | Extreme DIY Guitar Build Georg Figél 2024-03-18 | I present to you: The light weight, roundover, 3 lipstick pickup Telecaster, with a black and silver paint job.With a Boston TE Neck being converted to a 4+2 Music Man style headstock.Ebonized with India Ink.Electroplated brass saddles and a lot more.Synth Drums soundtrack was made with my Matrixbrute. I hope it's not annoying.Parts and supplies used:Stardust Go Chrome paintCulturehustle Mirror paintPaulownia Tele Body from AmazonBoston TE Neck (maple fretboard)Artec LSA70 Lipstick Tube Alnico PickupsWilkinson short Tele Bridge with compensated brass saddles.Chapters:00:00 Extreme Roundover Routing01:42 Preparing the Neck03:00 Headstock Conversion03:51 Ebonizing the Neck and Fretboard04:23 Neck joint heel04:41 Pickup Cavities05:15 Spraying Primer06:15 Mirror Chrome Paint07:26 Silver Leafing07:58 Level Sanding08:38 Electroplating the brass saddles09:29 Sound Demo10:17 Guitar Review12:11 Demo of all PickupsLeave a Like on Facebook:facebook.com/georgFigelInstagram:instagram.com/georg.figelTwitter:twitter.com/georg_f_guitar
Guitar vs. Synths staccato riffage #Shorts Georg Figél 2024-02-17 | This song is so short, I might as well release it as a #shorts .#guitarriff #synthesizer #matrixbrute #hydrasynth #archetypenolly Leave a Like on Facebook:facebook.com/georgFigelInstagram:instagram.com/georg.figelTwitter:twitter.com/georg_f_guitar
Strandberg Design Contest - Alcohol Ink Color Fade #shorts Georg Figél 2024-01-29 | This is my entry for the Strandberg "Canvas Contest", where people should come up with a creative paint job idea for a Strandberg headless guitar.My design is done with alcohol ink.strandbergguitars.com/eu/announcing-the-strandberg-canvas-contest#canvascontest #strandberg #strandbergguitars #goheadless Leave a Like on Facebook:facebook.com/georgFigelInstagram:instagram.com/georg.figelTwitter:twitter.com/georg_f_guitar
Georg Figel | GGBO Rock (Short song with DIY Kit Guitar) Georg Figél 2024-01-23 | A short instrumental rock song with my "Copper Patina" guitar, that I've built for the "Great Guitar Build Off 2023"."Studio" Recording with double tracked guitars and whatnot.Guitar: PR Kit from Guitar Kit World, Donlins A2 HumbuckersGuitar Amp: Neural DSP - Archetype NollySynth: ASM Hydrasynth & Arturia MatrixbruteDrums: Superior Drummer 3#ggbo23 #ggbo2023 #greatguitarbuildoff2023 #greatguitarbuildoff #ggbo23kit #ggbo Leave a Like on Facebook:facebook.com/georgFigelInstagram:instagram.com/georg.figelTwitter:twitter.com/georg_f_guitar
2024 Guitar Projects Reveal | Winning GGBO 2nd Place Georg Figél 2024-01-16 | To have a productive 2024, and against what scientific research tells me, I am announcing my guitar projects for 2024.Which of these guitar builds sound interesting?Chapters:0:00 Intro0:10 GGBO 2nd Place Reaction0:43 2023 Guitar Builds1:10 2024 Guitar Projects2:00 2024 Extra Projects2:27 OutroGreat Guitar Build Off 2023:See the other cool entries of the #ggbo23 greatguitarbuildoff.comThe scratch build category was especially amazing. My top pics were these three (but none of them won!?!)greatguitarbuildoff.com/pages/michael-muno-scratchgreatguitarbuildoff.com/pages/roald-lopez-miami-guitars-custom-scratchgreatguitarbuildoff.com/pages/steven-kurevija-kurvy-woodworking-scratchThose 3 have an awesome design, great execution and well edited videos.Special Effects:Google Earth Studio3D capturing with normal camera: lumalabs.ai#greatguitarbuildoff #greatguitarbuildoff2023 #ggbo23kit Leave a Like on Facebook:facebook.com/georgFigelInstagram:instagram.com/georg.figelTwitter:twitter.com/georg_f_guitar
Copper Leaf Patina Hollow PRS | Full Build | Great Guitar Build Off 2023 Kit - 2nd Place Georg Figél 2023-11-23 | Update: I've made the 2nd place in the kit build category. Thank you so much everyone for voting.It's my entry to the Great Guitar Build Off 2023 - Kit Category (full build video + demo).I am building a "PR" kit from Guitar Kit World and I'll do a special acid corroded copper leaf (copper patina) design.In this build I am going to extreme lengths of guitar customization.I'll do several things for the first time (risky): I'm replacing a fretboard, I'm shaping an asymmetrical neck by hand and I'm installing frets.I hope you'll enjoy the result.The voting for the competition will be done amongst the contestants. The results will be announced in December.greatguitarbuildoff.com/pages/georg-figlhuber-kitCheck out the other kit builds here: greatguitarbuildoff.com/pages/kit-builders-2023Chapters:00:00 Intro00:43 Fretboard removal01:27 Gluing new Fretboard02:32 Prepping the Body03:54 Shaping the Neck04:59 Side Dots and Fret Markers05:26 Painting the Headstock06:27 Applying Copper Leaf06:53 Corroding Copper with Acid07:39 Trying again08:41 Installing the Frets09:57 Extra Layers of Copper11:03 Gluing on the Neck11:54 Clear Coating12:41 Final Sanding and Buffing13:13 Electroplating the Hardware13:54 Assembly & Electronics14:29 Finished Guitar15:04 Sound Demo#ggbo23 #ggbo2023 #greatguitarbuildoff2023 #greatguitarbuildoff #ggbo23kit #ggbo Leave a Like on Facebook:facebook.com/georgFigelInstagram:instagram.com/georg.figelTwitter:twitter.com/georg_f_guitar
Comparing 4 different PRS Guitar Kits | Low budget to highest quality Georg Figél 2023-11-07 | Let's compare PRS style guitar kits with different price points, to see which guitar kit is the best ("best" being subjective).The kits are:yinfente (Amazon) - "unfinished guitar body and neck" (name can differ) - €152/$163amazon.com/Yinfente-Electric-Replacement-Unfinished-Fretboard/dp/B078R62NZP/ref=sr_1_13?keywords=yinfente%2Bunfinished%2Bguitar&sr=8-13&th=1https://www.amazon.de/s?k=yinfenteGuitar Kit World - Semi-Hollow PR w/ Solid Carved Maple Cap, Abalone Pearl Inlays, but with a custom option - €297/$319guitarkitworld.com/collections/hollow-body/products/semi-hollow-pr-abalone-pearl-inlaysBian Xuebin (from Facebook) - Custom Order - €303/$325facebook.com/profile.php?id=100024070656333PVX Guitars - Double Cutaway, customized - €637/$684pvxguitars.com/productsI am not affiliated with any of them.Worth noting is that only the "Guitar Kit World" kit comes with all the hardware. For the other kits you'll need to buy pickups, bridge, electronics etc. separately (e.g. from your music store of choice).Chapters:0:00 Intro0:20 Yinfente Kit1:29 Guitar Kit World2:46 Bian Xuebin Kit3:51 PVX Guitars4:38 Comparison / types of Mahogany5:51 My Rating6:19 Bonus GuitarsI will turn all of these kits into awesome guitars in upcoming videos.The "Guitar Kit World" kit is my next build, it'll be my entry to the "Great Guitar Build Off 2023 - Kit Build", stay tuned for that :)Leave a Like on Facebook:facebook.com/georgFigelInstagram:instagram.com/georg.figelTwitter:twitter.com/georg_f_guitar
Les Paul broken Neck Repair | Inspired by Gibson Georg Figél 2023-05-20 | I am gluing a broken headstock/neck of a brand new Epiphone Les Paul Standard 50s (Vintage Sunburst) back together, using PVA glue.After gluing, I fill the cracks in the finish with Solarez "I can't believe it's not laquer" grain filler.Items Used:PVA Glue (I guess it's the same as Titebond 3? It's Baufan Holz-Leim D3)Ponal PUR Spachtel (Epoxy Wood Filler)Microballs / Glass Microspheres (sometimes also called Microballoons)Surgical Tubing / Latex TubingWood ClampsAlcohol Ink (Red)Solarez ICBINL Grain FillerChapters:00:00 Intro00:52 Preparation01:21 Tools Needed01:31 Mixing the Epoxy Wood Filler01:49 Applying the glue02:34 Don't watch this02:53 Clamping and Tubing it up03:33 Checking the Situation03:59 Alternative Idea04:16 Nut Coverup04:37 Coloring the wood crack05:11 Clearcoat Repair06:35 Attaching the Nut06:49 Tuning Up07:10 Final Result07:47 Guitar Review08:32 Outro#headstockrepair#guitarneckrepair#playauthenticLeave a Like on Facebook:facebook.com/georgFigelInstagram:instagram.com/georg.figelTwitter:twitter.com/georg_f_guitar
DIY Bass Refinish | Orange Harley Benton Stingray Georg Figél 2023-04-26 | I'm giving my Harley Benton MB-5 SBK Deluxe Series bass a new paintjob in Neon Orange, inspired by a Lamborghini.Pigments used:NEON BRIGHT ORANGE PIGMENT, EFPI0450-BAG05NEON KARAT YELLOW PIGMENT, EFPI0449-BAG05LUXURY GHOST GOLD PEARL PIGMENT, EFPI0095-BAG05Spraygun: AirGunsa impact junior AZ4 HTE-S, but I'm still a noob.The special dry sanding paper is called: Tolecut KovaxChapters:0:00 Intro0:25 Mixing the Paint0:45 Spraying Orange1:13 Orange Dot Inlays1:36 Ghost Pearls1:50 Spraying Filler Clear2:01 Level Sanding2:24 Spraying Top Coat2:44 Fine Sanding3:27 Buffing Wheels4:12 Epoxy on the Pickup4:35 The Finished Bass4:59 Outro BlaLeave a Like on Facebook:facebook.com/georgFigelInstagram:instagram.com/georg.figelTwitter:twitter.com/georg_f_guitar
Stingray Pickups: Cheap vs. Expensive Georg Figél 2023-04-05 | It's a Stingray Pickup Shootout: Ali Express vs. Harley Benton vs. DelanoAll Bass is just a DI with no EQ, except the example with the pick, which has a Darkglass Parallax overdrive on it.Fingerstyle and Pick examples are originals, and the slap example is from RHCP - Aeroplane.Chapters:00:00 Fingers - Stock00:07 Fingers - Ali Express00:15 Fingers - Delano00:22 Slap - Stock00:32 Slap - Ali Express00:42 Slap - Delano00:52 Pick - Stock00:58 Pick - Ali Express01:04 Pick - Delano01:10 Pick - Stock (parallel)01:16 Why change the pickups?02:57 Bass Review03:28 Fingers - Stock (no Drums)03:35 Fingers - Ali Express (no Drums)03:43 Fingers - Delano (no Drums)03:50 Slap - Stock (no Drums)04:00 Slap - Ali Express (no Drums)04:10 Slap - Delano (no Drums)04:20 Pick - Stock (no Drums)04:26 Pick - Ali Express (no Drums)04:32 Pick - Delano (no Drums)04:38 Pick - Stock (parallel and no Drums)Gear:Harley Benton MB-5 SBK Deluxe SeriesHarley Benton Stock Stingray PickupDonlins (Ali Express) Stingray PickupDelano MC 5 FE 17.55Leave a Like on Facebook:facebook.com/georgFigelInstagram:instagram.com/georg.figelTwitter:twitter.com/georg_f_guitar
Warmoth Strat | Tru Oil finished | Roasted Body & Neck Georg Figél 2023-03-22 | Making a dream Strat from a roasted Swamp Ash body and roasted maple neck, both by Warmoth.Watch me apply a hand rubbed Tru-Oil finish, with glossy results.Also, swamp ash is the best body wood. It's true, believe me.Update: The weight of the new guitar is 3kg / 6.6lbs in total.Specs:Body: Roasted Swamp Ash, top routed, Strat body by WarmothNeck: Roasted maple, boat neck profile, stainless steel frets, Earvana nut, Strat neck by WarmothBareknuckle Pickups Old Guard (Boot Camp) Single Coil setWilkinson WV2, 2 Point Trem, blackGotoh SG360-07-MGT staggered Locking Tuners, blackFree-Way Blade Switch (10 Way Switch)Chapters:00:00 Intro00:46 Roasted Swamp Ash is light00:58 Testing different sealers01:17 Sealing the body02:52 Finishing the Neck with Tru Oil04:50 Finishing the Body with Tru Oil05:57 Applying Shielding Paint06:15 The Hardware07:04 Polishing and Buffing08:02 More Hardware, Electronics and Assembly09:41 Sound DemoLeave a Like on Facebook:facebook.com/georgFigelInstagram:instagram.com/georg.figelTwitter:twitter.com/georg_f_guitar
DIY Electroplating of Guitar Hardware | Gold, Nickel, Copper, Chrome etc. Georg Figél 2023-03-09 | CAUTION: The chemicals used for electroplating are hazardous.Be sure to always wear PPE such as gloves, goggles, facemask and protective clothes. These liquids should not get in contact with your skin, eyes, mouth, nor should you breathe in their fumes.Read the hazard label of the products and follow their PPE guidelines.Chemicals cannot generally be dumped in your household drain - check your local chemical recycling laws.Customize your guitar hardware with electroplating. You can easily plate your guitar hardware (or almost any metal part) with real Gold, Chrome, Nickel, Copper, Black Chrome etc.I'm plating all the hardware of my Epiphone Wilshire with Copper.More details about Electroplating:en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ElectroplatingEquipment used:DC Power SupplyVarious Electrolytes (Gold, Copper, Nickel, Black Chrome)Various Electrodes (Stainless Steel, Copper, Nickel, Graphite, Carbon)Electrical Degreaser, Oxide Remover and Chrome StripperTimestamps:0:00 Intro0:17 The Basics1:09 Copper plating small parts1:46 Nickel and Black Chrome on Brass Saddles2:17 Chrome stripping and Gold plating pickup cover3:16 Copper plating Les Trem4:05 Copper plating Tuners and Bridge4:52 Guitar Reveal5:18 Copper polishing5:39 Outro "Song"Leave a Like on Facebook:facebook.com/georgFigelInstagram:instagram.com/georg.figelTwitter:twitter.com/georg_f_guitar
How much tone do you lose with a Les Trem 2? Georg Figél 2023-02-15 | Shootout between Tune-o-Matic, Stoptail, Roller Bridge and Düsenberg Les Trem 2.Everybody knows, that installing a Bigsby vibrato gives you a smoother top end, or you lose some treble, and the low strings might get dull.And to my surprise, a Les Trem 2 didn't have any effect on my guitars tone. The scientific evidence for this unbelievable claim is provided in this video.Guitar: Epiphone Wilshire P-90Guitar parts:Epiphone LockTone Tune-o-Matic and StoptailWilkinson Roller BridgeDüsenberg Les Trem 2Off Brand BigsbyTimestamps:0:00 Chord Strumming0:10 Low E and A Strings Clean0:20 R&B Chords0:50 Pentatonic Riff1:11 Lead1:32 Les Trem vs. Bigsby1:55 Blabla Part3:33 OutroLeave a Like on Facebook:facebook.com/georgFigelInstagram:instagram.com/georg.figelTwitter:twitter.com/georg_f_guitar
Guitar Workshop Tour 2023 | Flake Paint Test Georg Figél 2023-02-01 | I finally have my own little workshop to realize my guitar designs, with a DIY spraying booth, a silent compressor etc.In this video I'm doing my first test piece, where I'm putting a holographic flake finish on my old skiing helmet.I ran in various issues because I'm a noob, but I hope you'll still enjoy.Some of the gear used:Flake King Mini (dry flake gun), FK50 surface binderInsta360 One X2 camera (in the beginning)Leave a Like on Facebook:facebook.com/georgFigelInstagram:instagram.com/georg.figelTwitter:twitter.com/georg_f_guitar
Georg Figel | Concerto Pour Une Voix (Guitar & Orchestra) Georg Figél 2023-01-18 | I'm playing my guitar rendition of the 1969 hit song "Concerto Pour Une Voix" by composer Saint-Preux.I'm now a serious contemporary classical musician.The backgrounds were shot at Schönbrunn Palace in Vienna.I've created a tab based on my version:tabs.ultimate-guitar.com/tab/saint-preux/concerto-pour-une-voix-guitar-pro-5643348Gear:Yamaha SA2200EbowAxe Fx 2Native Instruments Session Strings 1Lots of other pluginsLeave a Like on Facebook:facebook.com/georgFigelInstagram:instagram.com/georg.figelTwitter:twitter.com/georg_f_guitar
DIY Semi Hollow Bass Kit build (ES-335 Style) Georg Figél 2022-12-07 | I'm putting together a "Pit Bull Guitars ESB-4 Electric Bass Guitar Kit", or a "335 Bass" from "The Fretwire". They seem to be discontinued at the moment, but they might be offered again in the future.This bass is especially nice for practicing at home, as you don't have to plug it in. It's always read to go. Tuning stability is good too.Some Details about the build:Clear Coat: Nitro Cellulose Lacquer Spray Cans (I've used the ones from Northwest Guitars, but any brand will probably do)Tru-Oil finish on the neckWood Dye: Keda Wood Dye Kit for the orange / dartfords Blue Metal Complex Wood Dye PowderThe videos I'm mentioning in the beginning (from the Guns and Guitars channel):youtube.com/watch?v=o9yDJiGg4RYyoutube.com/watch?v=-wRoI9jYbqU&Timestamps:00:00 Intro00:11 Kit Review00:55 Preparing the wood & dying02:12 Making racing stripes with wood dye 03:33 Gluing the neck03:49 Applying Tru Oil on the neck04:21 Spraying Nitro Clear Coat05:21 Levelling the frets 06:07 Sanding and Polishing 06:26 Drilling & Assembly 07:30 Soldering Electronics08:46 Final Assembly 09:20 Bass is finished09:45 Sound DemoLeave a Like on Facebook:facebook.com/georgFigelInstagram:instagram.com/georg.figelTwitter:twitter.com/georg_f_guitar
Supercharging my Theremin (low bass + flame maple) | The Thereminian Movie Georg Figél 2021-09-14 | Werner H. is modding his Theremin with a low bass module and then attempts to glue on a flame maple veneer and dye it in various colors.Low bass module: ESPE01 by EthermagicTheremin: Moog Etherwave PlusExternal Synthesizer: Moog Little PhattyDyes: Keda Dye, dyes by Rothko and FrostTop coat: 2k Epoxy ResinTimestamps:0:00 Intro Songlet0:33 No low bass :(1:19 Installing ESPE011:59 Low Bass Songlet2:42 Use Theremin to control external synth (CV)3:36 Making the Theremin look amazing4:50 What went wrong?5:35 2nd try6:41 Theremin Reveal7:19 Outro SongletAs always: Not sponsored, I iz hobbyistLeave a Like on Facebook:facebook.com/georgFigelInstagram:instagram.com/georg.figelTwitter:twitter.com/georg_f_guitar
GTA V Epsilonism Guitar | Great Guitar Build Off 2021 Georg Figél 2021-06-27 | Update: Thank you so much for your votes. We made it into the Top 10. Final place was something between 10 - 6, as only the top 5 were disclosed. It was a blast and I'll be back for the GGBO2022.----My entry for the "GGBO 2021 - kit build" competition is a Pit Bull Guitars AGM-3Q guitar kit (like a deluxe SG) in the style of the Epsilon Program (parody of a well known cult, in GTA V).Chapters:00:00 : Intro01:02 : Shaping the Headstock01:52 : Dying the quilt maple02:22 : Scalloping the fretboard03:11 : Setting the neck03:31 : Epsilonism Headstock Decal04:05 : Grain filling04:30 : Spraying base coat04:58 : Spraying white05:24 : Spraying "Bondi Beaches" pearlescent paint05:45 : Change of Plans06:42 : Adding gold leaf07:28 : Clear coat spraying, sanding and polishing08:25 : Leveling and dressing the frets09:51 : Installing the hardware12:12 : Final Guitar Montage12:47 : Guitar Demo14:47 : Thank youSpecs/Parts:Pit Bull Guitars AGM-3Q kitWith Kluson Locking Tuners and a bone nut (kit updgrade options)Tonerider Generator in the bridge and neckTonerider Rebel 90 in the middleNorthwest Guitars roller bridgeKustom Canz (Specialist Paints) Bondi Beaches - light blue pearlescent paint#GGBO21 #GGBO2021 #GreatGuitarBuildOff2021 #GGBOKifflom! Brother, brotherLeave a Like on Facebook:facebook.com/georgFigelInstagram:instagram.com/georg.figelTwitter:twitter.com/georg_f_guitar
Great Guitar Build Off 2021 | Color Shift Flake Flaxwood Guitar Georg Figél 2021-06-09 | I'm entering the Great Guitar Build Off 2021 - Kit Build Competition, with a Flaxwood Kit.I thought of a unique finish using chameleon chrome flakes. Maybe a first in human history?Chapters:00:00 : Intro00:18 : Flaxwood Kits01:07 : How the Flake idea came about02:43 : Sanding and Prep03:48 : Gluing in the Neck04:46 : Spray painting the body05:34 : Applying the Flakes08:16 : Well, well, well...Please subscribe to see how the saga continues.In July 2022, you can vote for me here somewhere:greatguitarbuildoff.com#GGBO21 #GGBO2021 #GreatGuitarBuildOff2021 #GGBOLeave a Like on Facebook:facebook.com/georgFigelInstagram:instagram.com/georg.figelTwitter:twitter.com/georg_f_guitar
Jaguar Mods: Roller vs. Mustang Bridge | Chinese Version Bad | 2nd Tone | Active Buffer Georg Figél 2021-06-02 | Bridge shootout of a modified Mustang Bridge and a Wilkinson roller bridge. Both are good choices for a Jaguar, Jazzmaster (any kind of "offset" guitars) or Bigsby guitars.Stay away from the cheap Chinese knock-off roller bridge though.Also, I'm installing a 2nd Tone Capacitor inspired by the original Jazzmaster wiring: Comparison of a .047µF and a .068µF Capacitor (or .047uF vs .068uF... except the proper letter is a µ).Finally, I'm showing you how to get glassy active pickup sounds, with any passive pickup, using an active buffer.I hope you'll enjoy. Comments or questions are always welcome.thank youChapters:00:00 : Modified Mustang vs. Roller Bridge00:52 : Intro Bla01:14 : Why replace the bridge?01:49 : Modified Mustang Bridge02:30 : Roller Bridge02:45 : Bridge Shootout Talk03:11 : Harmonics Test04:11 : Pros and Cons of each Bridge04:49 : Bridge Test Verdict05:21 : Chinese Roller Bridge06:18 : 2nd Tone Circuit06:49 : 2nd Tone Circuit Sounds07:34 : Active Buffer07:55 : Active Buffer Sounds08:39 : Thank you08:49 : Bonus: Installing String TreesThe guitar in the video is my Jaguar built from Warmoth parts.Watch me build, paint the guitar and play a demo song here: youtu.be/lEKFaflA2CQLeave a Like on Facebook:facebook.com/georgFigelInstagram:instagram.com/georg.figelTwitter:twitter.com/georg_f_guitar
Georgs #Shorts | On the Road (MV) Georg Figél 2021-02-16 | You can watch the proper version of this song towards the end of my Jaguar Guitar Build Video: youtu.be/lEKFaflA2CQLeave a Like on Facebook:facebook.com/georgFigelInstagram:instagram.com/georg.figelTwitter:twitter.com/georg_f_guitar
DIY Jaguar Guitar Build Adventure | No Talking (+new Song) Georg Figél 2021-02-09 | I'm putting together a DIY "Fender Jaguar"-style guitar, or rather Jaguarillo (since it has a HSS pickup configuration), out of fancy Warmoth parts.With an experimental hexagon pattern paint job on the back and a fake f-hole to show off some of the wood grain.EnjoySome Specs:Warmoth Jazzmaster/Jaguar Roasted Swamp Ash BodyWarmoth Roasted Maple Neck, SRV neck profileSeymour Duncan Custom Custom SH-11 Bridge pickupBareknuckle Mother's Milk middle and neck single coil pickupsGotoh Jazzmaster VibratoMustang-Style BridgeFender Locking TunersWiring and switching like on an Ibanez AZ guitar.Switchable true bypass active buffer curcuit (taken out of a pedalboard buffer).Chapters:00:00 : Intro00:18 : Routing and Cutting (to make it fit the HSS pickups)00:56 : Using Epoxy with Mica Powders to fill gaps01:08 : Modifying the control plate to fit a 5-way switch01:24 : Using a stencil to create a hexagon paint pattern on the back01:46 : Masking02:07 : Grain Filling02:18 : Installing the tuners on the neck02:45 : Applying the Tru-Oil finish on the neck03:11 : Applying a waterslide headstock decal03:38 : Spray painting (orange paint over a white base)03:56 : Filling the f-hole with clear coat (to have it level with the orange)04:05 : Adding an outline to the f-hole04:32 : Masking off04:51 : Spraying 2K Clear Cote05:36 : Sanding05:53 : Nothing unusual here06:27 : Polishing06:54 : Soldering the Electronics07:23 : Final assembly07:43 : Pickup, switching and sound demo08:22 : Amazing music video, wowLeave a Like on Facebook:facebook.com/georgFigelInstagram:instagram.com/georg.figelTwitter:twitter.com/georg_f_guitar
Georgs #Shorts | DIY Ukulele Shred Georg Figél 2021-01-30 | I'm just testing out the youtube shorts function #ShortsPlease accept my apology, for uploading a vertical video ;)Song: Impromptu version of "Hungarian Dance No. 5" by Brahms. Or it at least has similarities.You can watch the full build video here: youtu.be/FvSMp18nPnI
How to Transfer a Photo to Wood | DIY Ukulele Build Georg Figél 2021-01-07 | I'm putting together the Harley Benton Soprano DIY Ukulele kit (Harley Benton Ukulele DIY-Kit).Also, I'll transfer a colored photograph to wood using the "Photo transfer potch".The photo was printed with a regular laser printer on to a label backing paper.Chapters:00:00 : Intro00:09 : Why would you do this?00:44 : How to print the photo01:13 : Applying the photo to wood02:54 : Touch-Ups03:21 : Trying Mica Pigment as a Wood Dye03:58 : Spraying Paint04:20 : Dying the wood05:03 : Finishing with Tru-Oil05:39 : Spraying Nitrocellulose Clear05:46 : Gluing the Neck on06:12 : Installing Tuners, Fretboard, Bridge etc.07:28 : Ukulele Slingshot07:43 : DIY Kit Review08:12 : Demo Songs08:47 : Outro & Thank youLeave a Like on Facebook:facebook.com/georgFigelInstagram:instagram.com/georg.figelTwitter:twitter.com/georg_f_guitar
Georg Figel | Beyond the Ice Palace Georg Figél 2020-11-13 | Cover music video of old C64 (and Amiga, Amstrad CPC, Atari ST and ZX Spectrum) classic game theme song "Beyond the Ice Palace".Original composer: David WhittakerEnjoy c:Guitar Equipment:Ibanez RG550Jackson RR Minion JS1XFractal Axe Fx 2Synths:Moog Little PhattyMoog Etherwave Plus ThereminDave Smith Mophoc-thru-music Axis 64 (that's the keyboard with the hexagonal buttons)SerumLeave a Like on Facebook:facebook.com/georgFigelInstagram:instagram.com/georg.figelTwitter:twitter.com/georg_f_guitar
Harley Benton Single Cut DIY Kit Build with Candy Paint +Review +Demo Song Georg Figél 2020-10-13 | I'm trying out candy paint on an inexpensive DIY Harley Benton Single Cut guitar kit.Watch the whole building process. I'm also doing a review of the kit, share what I've learned about using Candy Paint and play a guitar solo cover of "Don't cry" by Guns N' Roses.The choice of colors is inspired by Christmas decoration.EnjoyGuitar Tones during demo song: Overloud TH-USpray Cans by Specialist PaintsChapters:00:00 : "Funny" Intro00:36 : Explaining the Paintjob01:10 : Guitar Kit First Impressions01:48 : Spraying Candy Paint03:07 : Masking Off (what could possibly go wrong)03:35 : Fixing flaked off paint04:03 : Spraying 2K Clear Coat04:34 : Sanding and Polishing05:10 : Assembly and Electronics05:47 : Playing the Guitar for the first Time06:15 : Main Talk - Thoughts on Paint Job07:36 : Main Talk - Review of Harley Benton Single Cut Kit09:57 : Final Steps10:20 : Demo Song - Don't CryLeave a Like on Facebook:facebook.com/georgFigelInstagram:instagram.com/georg.figelTwitter:twitter.com/georg_f_guitar
Powerful $50 DIY Talkbox (+California Love) Georg Figél 2020-09-16 | Building a DIY talk box for only about $50 (or €50) and performing a special version of 'California Love' (Zapp & Roger song).Items used:Monacor KU-516 horn driver (160-6,500 Hz frequency range)1m 10*12mm (inner*outer diameter) Silicone Food Grade Rubber Tube (e.g. usually used for drink dispensers)Water hose flange/adapterPower amp: If you don't have a dedicated power amp, you can also e.g. use an old (car) radio or the amp from old PC speakers to drive the Talkbox. Chapters:0:00 : Just a normal day0:19 : DIY talkbox building madness0:51 : California Love Talkbox Cover Song1:38 : Talkbox Guitar Solo1:58 : Talkbox Acapella2:22 : Explanations3:48 : More Guitar Examples4:36 : The parts you need 5:24 : Synth Tone Tips5:55 : Living on a Prayer bad guitar cover Leave a Like on Facebook:facebook.com/georgFigelInstagram:instagram.com/georg.figelTwitter:twitter.com/georg_f_guitar
Randy Rhoads Pin Stripe Mod / Tuning up to high A (+ Crazy Train Solo) Georg Figél 2020-03-24 | In This Video I'm putting vinyl pin stripes on my Jackson JS 1X RR Minion to make it truly look like a Randy Rhoads guitar.I'm also testing those 007" gauge strings (Dunlop RWN0738 Super Fine) to tune up to High A.At the end I play the Solo of "Crazy Train" (Ozzy Osbourne) in A tuning.EnjoyLeave a Like on Facebook:facebook.com/georgFigelInstagram:instagram.com/georg.figelTwitter:twitter.com/georg_f_guitar
Georg Figel | Mozart - Queen of the Night Aria Georg Figél 2020-03-04 | An electric guitar version of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's "Der Hölle Rache" or "Queen of the Night Aria" from the Zauberflöte / The Magic Flute opera.With meticulously programmed/produced orchestra and drums + some clips of me playing this rendition in front of an audience (where people clapped at the end)I hope you enjoy.Played on my Warmoth Strat with Bare Knuckle Apache Pickups, into an Axe Fx 2 using a Suhr Badger amp simulation. Leave a Like on Facebook:facebook.com/georgFigelInstagram:instagram.com/georg.figelTwitter:twitter.com/georg_f_guitar
10-way Switch | Every Pickup Wiring Combination | Freeway Switch Demo Georg Figél 2020-02-24 | Demo of a 5B5-01 Free-Way Switch (blade switch), which gives you all the Strat pickup combinations you could possibly every want (various pickups in series, in parallel etc.).I'm playing various sound examples with 10 different pickup combinations.Timestamps:0:00 Combination Overview0:13 Muted Clean0:18 Chorused Stereo Clean0:34 Neck vs. Neck+Bridge in Series Lead0:42 Mid Gain Lead with Piano1:10 Rock Riffage1:22 Yngwie High Gain1:35 Jazz Clean1:46 Jazz Single Notes2:55 Regular Clean (All Positions)4:03 Funky Single Notes (All Positions)It's pricey, but it appears to be of high quality. The installation is almost as easy as wiring up a normal 5 way switch.Specs of the Stratocaster:Warmoth chambered Swamp Ash Strat with Flame Maple TopMaple neck, Pau Ferro fretboardBareknuckle Pickups Apache SetGotoh EV510T-FE bridge with Brass Saddles (2 just happen to be chrome plated, but they're also made of brass)Amps used in Axe Fx II patches (stock patches):12 - Mesa Boogie TriAxis Preamp75 - Mesa Boogie Lone Star Classic68 - Suhr Badger 1839 - Custom Brown Sound Model71 - '65 Blackface Fender Bassman, Normal Channel83 - '66 Fender Blackface Princeton with Reverb150 - Roland Jazz Chorus 120213 - Fender Virboverb and '66 Fender Blackface Twin Reverb (in Stero)214 - Fender VibroverbLeave a Like on Facebook:facebook.com/georgFigelInstagram:instagram.com/georg.figelTwitter:twitter.com/georg_f_guitar
Strat Pickup Shootout: Dimarzio Virtual Solo / Area67 vs. Bareknuckle Apache Set Georg Figél 2020-02-16 | A Guitar Pickup Shootout / Comparison between:Dimarzio Virtual Solo DP420Area 67 DP419vs.Bare Knuckle Pickups - Apache Single Coil Set (with zink baseplate on the bridge, RWRP middle pickup)Timestamps:00:05 Regular Clean01:19 Funk Single Notes02:25 Mid Gain Lead with Piano03:03 Bluesy Lead03:11 Rock Riffage03:22 Yngwie-esque High Gain04:29 More Funk Cleans04:37 Muted Clean04:50 Surf RockSpecs of the Stratocaster:Warmoth chambered Swamp Ash Strat with Flame Maple TopMaple neck, Pau Ferro fretboardGotoh EV510T-FE bridge with Brass Saddles (2 just happen to be chrome plated, but they're also made of brass)Amps used in Axe Fx II patches (stock patches):12 - Mesa Boogie TriAxis Preamp75 - Mesa Boogie Lone Star Classic68 - Suhr Badger 1839 - Custom Brown Sound Model71 - '65 Blackface Fender Bassman, Normal Channel83 - '66 Fender Blackface Princeton with Reverb214 - Fender VibroverbLeave a Like on Facebook:facebook.com/georgFigelInstagram:instagram.com/georg.figelTwitter:twitter.com/georg_f_guitar
DIY Custom Keyboard Paint Job (+Dream Theater Cover) Georg Figél 2020-02-03 | Join me as I refinish my MIDI keyboard:I'm spraying the "chromacoat red" (a flip flop, color shift paint) on my c-thru Axis 64 (harmonic table MIDI keyboard). It's one of those spray cans from Custom Paints of the UK.And maybe there is a very serious Dream Theater - Learning to Live cover at the end, who knows.Feel free to ask my anything about the new paintjob etc.thank you for watchingLeave a Like on Facebook:facebook.com/georgFigelInstagram:instagram.com/georg.figelTwitter:twitter.com/georg_f_guitar
Best Guitar Volume Pedal (DIY Pimp Mod) Georg Figél 2020-01-15 | Maybe the best volume pedal the world has ever seen.It's a Morley Pro Series Volume Pedal, modded in a sparkling glossy purple and gold flake finish on its base, with a blue flame maple veneer on the pedal.For the "flake paint" I've just used glitter and sprayed mist coats of clear coat (polyurethane) over it.Bonus Mod: My old DIY FX loop pedal got a new look with an acrylic pour finish (at the first attempt).Equipment used for sound demos:Custom REK/Warmoth Hollow TeleEHX Oceans Eleven Rever PedalXotic BB Preamp (for Overdrive)Danelectro UnivibeOrange Tiny Terror AmpComments are always welcome :)Leave a Like on Facebook:facebook.com/georgFigelInstagram:instagram.com/georg.figelTwitter:twitter.com/georg_f_guitar
DIY Hollow Telecaster Guitar Part 2 - Demo and Review Georg Figél 2019-12-29 | This is it guys, my guitar dreams came true!My Rek / Warmoth hollow tele is complete.This is part two of the video "DIY Hollow Telecaster Guitar Kit (with unique Alcohol Ink Art)". Click here if you haven't seen it already: youtu.be/c-zwRqjid6USpecs:rekguitars.com hollow Telecaster body, Ash with flame maple topWarmoth Telecaster neck, walnut with indian rosewood fretboard, modern construction, boat neck profile, SS6115 frets (narrow & tall), reverse headstockPickups:Bridge: Seymour Duncan P-Rails, SHPR-1bNeck: Dimarzio Virtual P-90, DP169Hardware:Gotoh 6 in Line Vintage Tuners, GK1RCHarley Benton Parts Standard T-Style HBridgeSchaller Megaswitch Version MFinishing Products:Keda Wood DyeAlcohol Inks: Jacquard Pinata Color Exciter Pack-9 ColorsBirchwood Casey's Tru Oil and Grainfiller2K clear coat spray canMisc:Dremel with ebay router attachmentLeave a Like on Facebook:facebook.com/georgFigelInstagram:instagram.com/georg.figelTwitter:twitter.com/georg_f_guitar
12 Guitar Speaker Shootout | Celestion, Eminence, Jensen Georg Figél 2019-09-10 | Speakers:Celestion G12 Century Vintage (Neodymium magnet, light weight)Eminence Tonkerlite (Neodymium magnet, light weight)Jensen JCH 12/70Celestion G12 50GL LynchbackCelestion Mesa Boogie C90, Black Shadow (in open back side of the Road King Cabinet)Celestion Mesa Boogie V30 (in closed back side of Road King Cabinet)Celestion G12H 70th Anniversary Special EditionCabinets:Port City 2x12 OS Wave CabinetMesa Boogie Road King 2x12Amps:Axe Fx 2 with a Peavey IPR-1600 Class D Power AmpCeriatone 5F4 (based on a Fender '50s Super Amp)Orange Tiny Terror ComboCornford Roadhouse 30Guitars:Ran Custom 7 String, Dimarzio Drop Sonic DP706 Bridge Pickup, swamp ash, maple/wenge neckWarmoth Custom Strat, Dimarzio Area 67 DP419 Neck Pickup, Swamp ash, maple neck, Pau Ferro fretboardShamray Custom Single Cut, EMG 60 neck pickupWarmoth Custom Telecaster, Bare Knuckle Piledriver Bridge Pickup, swamp ash, maple neckMicrophones:Sennheiser e906Sonarworks XREF 20Leave a Like on Facebook:facebook.com/georgFigelInstagram:instagram.com/georg.figelTwitter:twitter.com/georg_f_guitar
Steel Panther Audition | #5thPanther #thomann Georg Figél 2019-08-31 | I've recorded a abridged guitar version of the new Steel Panther single "Always Gonna Be A Ho" for this contest, where you can win Satchel's Signature Charvel Pro Mod Guitar.Update: I didn't win. I'm a LOSER OH NOOO!To be fair, I kind of have "a few" Floyd Rose guitars already. It was in god's plan to teach me non-indulgence.Leave a like on Facebook:facebook.com/georgFigelInstagram:instagram.com/georg.figelTwitter:twitter.com/georg_f_guitar
Very NORMAL Telecaster DIY build Georg Figél 2019-07-30 | My take on a classic Telecaster, built from parts.Includes all steps it took, including dying the wood and finishing the body.Did the guitar neck really warp/snap or get twisted?! We'll find out.Enjoy c:Parts List:Wamoth Telecaster Neck, quartersawn maple, modern construction, SS6115 frets, Earvana nut, azuroit inlays, vintage tint satin finishWarmoth Telecaster Body, swamp ash, forearm and tummy contourPickups: Bareknuckle Piledriver SetBridge: Harley Benton Parts T-Style Vintage Bridge (locking, tiltable brass saddles)Tuners: Gotoh SG381, chromeetc.Supplies:Keda Wood Dye (Powder Kit)Birchwood Casey's Tru-OilNorthwest Guitars Nitrocellulose Aerosol, Clear SatinLeave a Like on Facebook:facebook.com/georgFigelInstagram:instagram.com/georg.figelTwitter:twitter.com/georg_f_guitar
Repair/hide scratch on guitar with Tru Oil (easy) Georg Figél 2019-06-27 | I figured out an easy way to repair/hide/remove a scratch on a guitar finish. EnjoyWorks on Nitrocellulose and Polyurethane (or probably any finish).#shortsProduct used:Birchwood Casey's Tru-OilLeave a Like on Facebook:facebook.com/georgFigelInstagram:instagram.com/georg.figelTwitter:twitter.com/georg_f_guitar
DIY Hollow Telecaster Guitar Kit (with unique Alcohol Ink Art) Georg Figél 2019-06-05 | My biggest guitar project yet!This time I'll also do the paintjob myself as well as lots of modifications.For the pickguard and headstock I will use alcohol inks to create abstract artwork, which is something I haven't seen being done anywhere, so I hope it'll all work as I have planned.Specs:rekguitars.com hollow Telecaster body, Ash with flame maple top (I'm saying it wrong in the video, it's actually Ash and not walnut)Warmoth Telecaster neck, walnut with indian rosewood fretboard, modern construction, boat neck profile, SS6115 frets (narrow & tall), reverse headstockPickups:Bridge: Seymour Duncan P-Rails, SHPR-1bNeck: Dimarzio Virtual P-90, DP169Hardware:Gotoh 6 in Line Vintage Tuners, GK1RCHarley Benton Parts Standard T-Style HBridgeSchaller Megaswitch Version MFinishing Products:Keda Wood DyeAlcohol Inks: Jacquard Pinata Color Exciter Pack-9 ColorsBirchwood Casey's Tru Oil and Grainfiller2K clear coat spray canMisc:Dremel with ebay router attachmentLeave a Like on Facebook:facebook.com/georgFigelInstagram:instagram.com/georg.figelTwitter:twitter.com/georg_f_guitar
True Temperament Guitar Project (2/2) Georg Figél 2019-05-05 | Witness my journey to true temperament custom guitar goodness.Parts List:True Temperament Maple Neck with Warmoth HeadstockREK Shop Les Paul Custom Body, Basswood with Maple TopPaintjob by Spectrum FinishesBridge Pickup: Bareknuckle Black DogMiddle Pickup: Ibanez Stock Single CoilNeck Pickup: Dimarzio Air Classic Neck DP190Schaller Hannes BridgeSchaller TunersLeave a Like on Facebook:facebook.com/georgFigelInstagram:instagram.com/georg.figelTwitter:twitter.com/georg_f_guitar
Parks and Recreation Theme - Guitar Cover Georg Figél 2018-10-11 | I'm so happy with how this turned out. Please share it with your friends if you can. All the bacon you have.Leave a Like on Facebook:facebook.com/georgFigelInstagram:instagram.com/georg.figelTwitter:twitter.com/georg_f_guitarEquipment:Fender Richie Kotzen Telecaster BSBFender CJ290SCE NAT Acoustic GuitarCustom AV BassAxe Fx 2Korg Wavedrum Mini
Knight Rider Theme (intense guitar version) Georg Figél 2018-09-26 | After a thousand years, I'm back. I hope you enjoy.Leave a Like on Facebook:facebook.com/georgFigelInstagram:instagram.com/georg.figelTwitter:twitter.com/georg_f_guitarEquipment:Fractal Axe Fx 2Warmoth StratRan Custom HorizonShamray Custom SinglecutSony Alpha 68Pingpong table as a desk
True Temperament Guitar Project (1/2) Georg Figél 2015-06-03 | You always need one more guitar!In this video I documented the assembly process of my True Temperament Les Paul creation.In part 1 I'm drilling all the holes and I apply the inlay stickers.The background music are various tunes of mine.I hope you'll enjoy. Stay tuned for part 2.Specs:True Temperament Neck, Warmoth Headstock, all maple, Warmoth Pro constructionLes Paul shaped body made by rekguitars.com , basswood with a maple topBareknuckle Black Dog bridge pickupDimarzio Air Classic neck pickupSome single coil pickupSchaller Hannes bridgeSchaller Tunersetc.Leave a Like on Facebook:facebook.com/georgFigelInstagram:instagram.com/georg.figelTwitter:twitter.com/georg_f_guitar
Georg Figél - Control Outage (7 String Fretless Bass) Georg Figél 2015-04-08 | An original song for 7 string fretless bass.The lowest string was tuned to A#, but the rest was "standard" E A D G C F.All background time lapse footage was shot by me at various places in Vienna.Equipment Used:Santander 7 String Fretless BassMoog Little Phatty (used as outboard filter)IK Ampeg SVX Bass PluginNI Maschine 2 (Beat)Sony Alpha 55Leave a Like on Facebook:facebook.com/georgFigelInstagram:instagram.com/georg.figelTwitter:twitter.com/georg_f_guitar
Great Fairy Fountain Theme (Legend of Zelda) - Guitar Cover Georg Figél 2015-03-01 | In the 90s, when I was in elementary school, I once lent an SNES from a friend and I played... Zelda - A link to the past. Blabla and a thousand years later I finally finished my cover of the Fairy Fountain Theme. May this cover give you a full health bar.Instruments used (as seen in this order):George Boards 8 String Lap Steel GuitarFender CJ-290SCEYamaha SA2200Santander 7 String Fretless BassAxis 64 Midi ControllerOther Equipment:Rode NT2-ABlue Blueberry (Microphone)Fractal Audio Axe-Fx IIEBowLeave a Like on Facebook:facebook.com/georgFigelInstagram:instagram.com/georg.figelTwitter:twitter.com/georg_f_guitar
