Guitar 0408 – The components have arrived
June 10, 2008
Got my shipment today from LMI. The backordered koa came through and I was real excited to see the components. First, I laid out everything from in the box, sort of a still life presentation.
The Koa back wood is nicely figured and I can see the shimmer in the grain that will come out strong once lacquered.
The next shot is of the koa sides and you can see the purfling (which I had bent) sitting in with the sides and the ebony binding.
Finally, I’m jazzed about using mahogany as top material. Still haven’t decided if I’m going to apply any stain.
The plans are straightforward and through a double check of components, I nailed everything I wanted. With this guitar, I’m going to use the guitar work surface as referenced in Cumpiano instead of a mold. Another diversion to help see what’s the best method for me.
Larry on 14 Jun 2008 at 3:25 pm #
Looks great! I notice you didn’t get the sound hole/rosette serviced! Is the mahagony going to be easier or harder to set the rosette in than the spruce?
admin on 14 Jun 2008 at 10:31 pm #
The harder part will be setting in the paua abalone strips. I found a really awesome set at the GAL exhibit today which I purchased for the parlor.