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Kwasnycia Brazilian AdI Jumbo
Happy new year!! and yes, it has been a while since I have posted a build. My client agreed to let me post this one of his build and has is under way.
So the details: -Adirondack Spruce top, one of the nicest I have seen, especially for a Jumbo. -Brazilian Rosewood back and sides -Maple binding on body and neck -Brazilian sound hole ring with Abalone shell. -Fret markers to be determined. -Gold Evo frets -Rear headstock plate It's an under stated build, but I anticipate one with killer tone! |
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Looking good, Dennis. I've missed seeing one of your builds documented here. I always find them inspiring.
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(2006) Larrivee OM-03R, (2009) Martin D-16GT, (1998) Fender Am Std Ash Stratocaster, (2013) McKnight McUke, (1989) Kramer Striker ST600, a couple of DIY builds (2013, 2023) |
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Beautiful, Dennis. A question: Do the braces ever want to slide a bit when you do the vacuum process or do they stay exactly in place while the air is being pumped out?
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My YouTube Page: http://www.youtube.com/user/ukejon 2014 Pono N30 DC EIR/Spruce crossover 2009 Pono koa parlor (NAMM prototype) 2018 Maton EBG808TEC 2014 Hatcher Greta 13 fret cutaway in EIR/cedar 2017 Hatcher Josie fan fret mahogany 1973 Sigma GCR7 (OM model) rosewood and spruce 2014 Rainsong OM1000N2 ....and about 5 really nice tenor ukuleles at any given moment |
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Thanks Neil, I will be posting more than this one soon. I have been saying for some time now that I will be making a new OO model. Well it is finally on the drawing board!
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Using the vacuum press with a rubber membrane like mine? No, there is no movement. I have not use one with a plastic type of membrane so I can't comment on them. That said, there are times I still use the Go Deck for certain jobs.
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Hey Dennis,
Glad to see you posting and I will be watching this one. Looking great so far. I know how hard it can be to stop, take a photo when you are in the mode. I often miss chunks of the process. Anyway, it will be great to watch this one come together. (Love the vacuum fixture.) |
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Hi Dennis, nice to hear from you again. Looks like it's going to be another great build! Regarding the laminated sides, did the client specifically request that or is that part of your builds?
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As for the vacuum press, I have been using it now for almost 17 years. One for backs and one for tops. |
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Nice work, Dennis. I'll be following this one.
Pat |
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Hey Dru, The Brazilian Rosewood sides on this guitar were a bit of a problem that I have never come across before, on this type of wood. Not feeling confident with the integrity of the sides, I made the decision to laminate them after convincing my client this would in the end, be better. I typically don't or haven't laminated sides, but, seeing how this set went, I can see why some builders do this automatically. In the future, when it comes to sides, I may do this again on some wood that is prone to cracking or on request. It really makes for a stable side set.
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Thank you Pat, Hope you enjoy it and Let me know what you think when it is finished.
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Ah - the master of the build thread is BACK!!!
Glad to see it!!
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"One small heart, and a great big soul that's driving" |
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Your very kind Todd!!thanks and glad Im able to post this one.
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