Finally finished my 1st

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joel
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Finally finished my 1st

Post by joel » Sat Jul 03, 2021 9:11 pm

Well, it's been a long time coming but I'm finally finished my first build. It's an OM style; King Billy top, Alpine Ash back and sides, QLD Maple neck, Gidgee fretboard and bridge.

What began many years ago as a full scale drawing, progressed slowly through jig making, detoured briefly into tube amp building, ended this week with a nice sounding and surprisingly loud guitar. I've learned a lot on this build, and I hope to be better (and a lot quicker) on the next one.

Many thanks to the fine people of this forum for tips, tricks, advice, and all-around general coolness.

Shout out to Trent for the neck making lessons at the Brisbane Guitar Making School. Great teacher, tons of great tips and tricks.
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Re: Finally finished my 1st

Post by Mark McLean » Sun Jul 04, 2021 10:38 am

Congratulations Joel. That looks sensational - especially considering it is your first. Great design and execution, and if it sounds good too then you have hit the jackpot. I hope it gives you a lot of pleasure. All really well chosen Aussie woods too, which is a great feature. Cheers!

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Re: Finally finished my 1st

Post by lamanoditrento » Mon Jul 05, 2021 10:43 am

Congratulations Joel! Looks great! So glad to see it all finished :cl
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Re: Finally finished my 1st

Post by asgilbert » Mon Jul 05, 2021 11:29 am

Well done Joel, Looks great!!

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