June 8, 2010
All components to make Guitar 1001 have been secured. There are a few design issues outstanding, and can be made later in the process.
Started with constructing the neck from the neck blank. I will use a stacked heel and reverse attached headstock. I glued and clamped then chanelled for the truss rod and the graphite support rods.
May 12, 2010
The koa back and sides arrived today. Ordered through Notable Woods out of Lopez Island. All the koa I have been using comes from Notable. Good prices and quick shipping. This is a AAA set with no flaws and nice color.
May 11, 2010
Steve, the proud new owner of the yet to be Auction 2 guitar dropped by the workshop yesterday to discuss design and wood selection for his new guitar. He determined it will be a simply appointed Koa Dreadnought.
I’ve already contacted Bruce at Notable Woods and identified a fine AAA koa set which is on its way.
I have provided Steve with a recommended bill of materials for the guitar and we’ll pull the trigger on ordering once he confirms the suggestions.
May 6, 2010
For the second year, sMg Guitars donated the building of a custom guitar to the Phinney Neighborhood Association’s annual auction.
Just as last year, the bidding was frenzied and a very nice sum was garnered for the PNC. The winning bidder lives a couple of blocks away, and this Monday we sit down to talk about design, tonewoods, and the frilly stuff.
Coincidentally, I am departing my day job on Monday, and I’m anticipating getting back into the workshop and having the luxury of focusing on building and repair.
Guitars 905 and 906 are nearing completion, and I have an obscene backlog of repairs and restorations waiting to be addressed. The weather looks promising for the next week, so I’ll have to balance the need to get work done with the need to bask in the sun.
