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Niibori Alto Guitar Build
A client asked me to make him a Niibori Alto guitar. Apparently, he used to own and play one professionally in Brazil when he was younger. I thought it was about time that I posted a build thread on AGF, so here goes. All comments, suggestions, and questions welcome.
I first had to learn what a Niibori Alto guitar was, what the critical design features were, and what the dimensions were. I scoured the internet for pictures (several, but not very good), dimensions (not many), and plans (none) and was able to produce a detailed plan using Corel Draw X6. I then made a full size marking template, an outside body mold, and side bending patterns for it (click on the photos to see them full res/size): Then I got busy with the back and soundboard. The back/sides is a rather nice set of BRW that I scored a few years ago and the soundboard is some spectacular Lutz spruce (with silking that you have to see to believe - I'll show some close-up photos of it later...). I'm planning on shaping/bending the sides and getting the bracing all done on both the back and the soundboard this coming weekend. Pictures to follow. Cheers, Dave Fifield |
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Hi Dave,
Welcome to the forum. Just wanted to say "hi". Cool build. Lot of great unique ideas floating around here. We all can contribute and learn a lot. Peace. Kevin. |
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I've never heard of this type of guitar either so am really looking forward to finding out!
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Niibori Alto Build Thread Continues...
Well, I got a bit sidetracked by some other major changes in my life for a while, but I'm back building this Niibori Alto again. Unless specifically asked for, I won't bother posting pictures of all the detailed build steps (you've pretty much seen them all before, I'd guess) - I'll keep it to the major build milestones.
The soundboard rosette/bracing and back bracing/label are completed: Now on to the side bending and end block making. More pictures real soon. Cheers, Dave |
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I love the back. Beautiful piece of wood!
Joel |
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This looks neat!
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Good to see you here, Dave. Nice woods, like the rosette!
Pat |
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how did you get such a fantastic template?
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