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Incoming 2017 Robbins R.1 Build
We were first introduced to Tyler Robbins and his work this year at the 2017 Artisan Guitar Show in Harrisburg, PA. Impressed by the R.1 we played there (click here for our listing for it), we brought it home with us. It was sold soon thereafter to a rather excited client! The next R.1 was already in the works by then, and now we’re hosting a build thread to document its journey. Keep checking in as we update the build thread with photos and specs. This guitar will be finished in time for the 2017 Woodstock Invitational Luthier's Showcase!
Back and Sides – Cocobolo Rosewood Top – Engelmann Spruce Scale length – 25.5” Nut Width – 1.75” Saddle Spacing – 2.187” Arm Bevel Gotoh 510 Tuners 13-Fret Honduran Mahogany Neck Ebony Bindings, Fretboard, Bridge, Headstock Veneer Engelmann Spruce and Cocobolo Cocobolo back and sides Rim assembly with bevel support, heel and tail block, Florentine cutaway block Rim assembly before Cocobolo end graft is installed Closeup of the Florentine cutaway Top is joined to the rim assembly supported by a MDF mold Close up of the arm bevel block from the outside Stay tuned for more updates as we approach completion!
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http://www.dreamguitars.com Last edited by pheumiller; 09-14-2017 at 12:07 PM. |
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I love that Cocobolo, so stunning! Thanks for sharing.
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That Coco back and sides are special. Can't wait to see it at Woodstock.
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Cool rosette.
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Tyler here exploring his "sunken" inlay technique on the Cocobolo back center and end graft, where the actual inlay material is 1/8" below the surface of the wood and clear epoxy is added to fill the 1/8" space and create a surface level with the surrounding wood.
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Cocobolo!
Love that cocobolo. Keep the build pics coming.
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John Tucson, AZ 2020 Kraut 00, Swiss/Brazilian, build 2018 Eady EG Pro Electric, Redwood/Mahogany 2013 Baranik Meridian, Blue Spruce/Cocobolo, build 2008 Baranik CX, Blue Spruce/African Blackwood 2008 Breedlove A20 Masterclass 12-string, Adi/IRW 2003 Thames classical, Euro/Brazilian Fodera Standard 4 Fretless bass, figured walnut |
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9/26/17 Update
The box is bound! The arm bevel is becoming more defined with binding. The bevel miters look sharp! Florentine cutaway freshly bound.
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Looking sharp.
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Lookin seriously awesome...
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9/29/17 Update
The body with Ebony arm bevel installed. Test fitting the neck to the body. Closeup of Tyler's headstock veneers. Closeup of the Ebony arm bevel. Cocobolo and Nitro in sunlight. The neck in the midst of finishing.
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Killer looks--really a stunning guitar!
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2013 Stehr Auditorium (Carpathian/Myrtle) 2015 Stehr Auditorium (Adi/BRW) 2020 Baranik Meridian (Blue Spruce/Manchinga) 2020 Wilborn Arum (Tunnel 14/Coco) 2021 Kinnaird Graybeard (BC Cedar/Bog Oak) 2022 Kinnaird CS Student Build (Adi/Padauk) 2023 Kinnaird FS (Italian/Koa) |
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10/16/17 Update!
Gluing the bridge after the spray booth. Gold hardware sets of the Ebony and Cocobolo. Glossy finish across the entire instrument. First time strung up. Approaching setup time!
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Cocobolo!
Looking great. Love the cocobolo. Reminds me of my Baranik Meridian. Can't wait to hear the sound clips.
Thanks for sharing.
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John Tucson, AZ 2020 Kraut 00, Swiss/Brazilian, build 2018 Eady EG Pro Electric, Redwood/Mahogany 2013 Baranik Meridian, Blue Spruce/Cocobolo, build 2008 Baranik CX, Blue Spruce/African Blackwood 2008 Breedlove A20 Masterclass 12-string, Adi/IRW 2003 Thames classical, Euro/Brazilian Fodera Standard 4 Fretless bass, figured walnut |
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That's gorgeous (but/and) that's a Sexauer cutaway shape.
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Uh oh, call the guitar police.
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