Robbinst Posted August 24, 2012 Report Share Posted August 24, 2012 Ok everyone, Ive had this build going for awhile and was keeping it under wraps but since I'm working on this my other builds are not being updated so I decided to post this one as well so you can see I'm not totally slacking on the guitar building. This is a Tele based semi-hollow with butterfly sound holes. I'm using a mahogany body with a quilted maple top that will be dyed purple with a natural maple faux binding. I'm trying out GFS's lipstick single and double pup just because I like the looks. I have multiple purple heart fret board blanks but I think it might be too much so as of now I'm planing to do a natural maple fretboard with purple heart binding. The design The lipstick tube humbucker that I hope sounds halfway decent Mahogany body After being planed nice and flat Sound holes very roughly cut Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robbinst Posted August 24, 2012 Author Report Share Posted August 24, 2012 Body chambering and paint gluing the top on Electronics cavity routed Pickguard stencil Humbucker cavity Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robbinst Posted August 24, 2012 Author Report Share Posted August 24, 2012 I decided to rout out a line that follows the border of the body. I'm going to fill it with white inlace and it will serve as a border between the purple and natural faux binding. I had a few inconsistencies with the line around the top horn area but hopefully it wont stand out too much and I'm please with the rest of the cut. Ok so now I'm tackling the fret boards and necks for this and my other builds. I just finally got my radiusing jig dialed in today which was holding up a lot of stuff so expect progress on all builds shortly. Take care guys! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
demonx Posted August 24, 2012 Report Share Posted August 24, 2012 Those butterfly cut outs look pretty cool! I did a Butterfly themed tele earlier this year (http://projectguitar.ibforums.com/index.php?showtopic=46244&st=30) but it looks like you're going to a bit more effort than I did! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robbinst Posted August 24, 2012 Author Report Share Posted August 24, 2012 Wow thats really cool man! I woulnt say more effort, just in different aspects, that paint job is awesome! I cant paint to save my life unfortunitly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Our Souls inc. Posted August 24, 2012 Report Share Posted August 24, 2012 I used the GFS lipstick tubes on a mahogany explorer build. http://projectguitar.ibforums.com/index.php?showtopic=43011&st=45#entry461262 They didn't have a good tone to my ears, kinda plastic-y. I think its the covers. Use them and see what you think. It's different woods and you may like the 'mellow' tone. Love the cutouts, btw. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robbinst Posted September 4, 2012 Author Report Share Posted September 4, 2012 Finally received the pro tube in the mail so was able to route the cavity and position the bridge. Progress on the neck should follow shortly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Robbinst Posted November 1, 2012 Author Report Share Posted November 1, 2012 Took some scrap from the top to make a headstock plate sanded down to thickness http://s171.beta.photobucket.com/user/razor279/media/DSC00552_zps50303287.jpg.html?sort=3&o=105 maple fret board slotting taper cut I re-did the neck and made it a little bit fancier with curly maple truss cavity cut and gluing up the fretboard The tele electronics setup allows for front access and no need for a rear cavity cover so I'm left with an empty canvas of a mahogany back to work with. I do believe its inlay time... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlie H 72 Posted November 2, 2012 Report Share Posted November 2, 2012 That inlay's going to be awesome! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maull Posted November 2, 2012 Report Share Posted November 2, 2012 After seeing the Anchor completed I am really excited to see what you do here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScottR Posted November 2, 2012 Report Share Posted November 2, 2012 What they said! Also, I like the fretboard radius sanding jig you made. Should make keeping the radius true a breeze. SR Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robbinst Posted November 5, 2012 Author Report Share Posted November 5, 2012 This morning I finished the Inlay with a total of 58 pieces and 13 hours into it from the time I started drawing till the epoxy was sanded off (not counting epoxy dry time). Its currently at 150 grit. I cant wait to polish it up and really make it shine. The purple heart is brownish right now from being freshly sanded but once the oxygen has time to get to it, it should turn the vibrant purple that the wood is known for. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robbinst Posted November 5, 2012 Author Report Share Posted November 5, 2012 TAh dah! Now is time to carve the neck, stay tuned! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScottR Posted November 5, 2012 Report Share Posted November 5, 2012 Take a bow! SR Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazygtr Posted November 5, 2012 Report Share Posted November 5, 2012 AWESOME!!!!!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sunday_luthier Posted November 5, 2012 Report Share Posted November 5, 2012 People need to see this... I hope you know how to play with your teeth (Jimi-style) !! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlie H 72 Posted November 5, 2012 Report Share Posted November 5, 2012 woo! awesome Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robbinst Posted November 5, 2012 Author Report Share Posted November 5, 2012 More progress! I got the neck pocket cut and every thing lines up nicely. I also rough carved the neck. I cant wait to weigh this thing when its done its insanely light! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robbinst Posted November 6, 2012 Author Report Share Posted November 6, 2012 Lets add a bit of color to this thing used sanding sealer on the beveled edge to create a natural maple faux binding. dark blue under coat for the lows then sanded back then added the purple and blue dye I turned the lights off and took a photo with the flash, this is closer to the actual color sorry this is a little blurry all dried up and a nice clean edge. I'm pretty happy with this considering it was my first stain/burst attempt. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robbinst Posted November 7, 2012 Author Report Share Posted November 7, 2012 (edited) I need some help guys. I had this same issue with the anchor guitar. I only have the ability to print my logo in black but I'm afraid it will be very hard to see on the dark violet headstock. I think if I could get it done in white it would look perfect but I cannot find anyone with the capability to print in white ink. Do any of you know a place I could send a file and have them print a decal or a transfer image thin enough to be under the clear coat? Any ideas at all would be greatly appreciated. Here's a few pics from this morning: Beveling the edges of the sound holes to make them stand out better Also added the faux binding bevel to the headstock I have decided to skip the pick guard because it would be a crime to cover up any part of this top wood. I also plan on recessing the control plate so it sits flush with the body. Edited November 7, 2012 by Robbinst Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScottR Posted November 7, 2012 Report Share Posted November 7, 2012 There are now digital printers out there with the capability to print white ink.....but they are large machines and small runs are going to cost you a ton. Same problem with screen printers and flexo and the majority of print suppliers out there. Your best bet is to find a small sign shop like a FastSigns or Same Day Signs (these are franchises) and see if they have a Gerber Edge. This is a small printer that thermally transfers an image from a file using colored foils and white is available. They could print your logo on .002" thick clear adhesive backed vinyl. Not as easy to clear over as a water slide but possible. But you have definitely got some artistic chops; hand paint that sucker on there. Or cut a stencil and airbrush it on. That's your best bet IMO. SR Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supplebanana Posted November 7, 2012 Report Share Posted November 7, 2012 Am I the only one missing something here? - You want your logo in white? And you've already proved your inlaying capabilities? Mother Of Pearl is white-ish! INLAY THAT SUCKER! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sdshirtman Posted November 8, 2012 Report Share Posted November 8, 2012 There are now digital printers out there with the capability to print white ink.....but they are large machines and small runs are going to cost you a ton. Same problem with screen printers and flexo and the majority of print suppliers out there. Your best bet is to find a small sign shop like a FastSigns or Same Day Signs (these are franchises) and see if they have a Gerber Edge. This is a small printer that thermally transfers an image from a file using colored foils and white is available. They could print your logo on .002" thick clear adhesive backed vinyl. Not as easy to clear over as a water slide but possible. But you have definitely got some artistic chops; hand paint that sucker on there. Or cut a stencil and airbrush it on. That's your best bet IMO. SR Coming along nicely. Scott was thinking the same as me. There are also direct to garment digital printers that also use opaque white inks. You'll find them at the same places Scott mentioned and you might be able to bring them a sheet of transfer paper to print white ink on. At the same time I have to agree with banana. Why not do inlay. Your build certainly seems worthy of it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brian d Posted November 8, 2012 Report Share Posted November 8, 2012 Beautiful work. I'm admiring the sharp edge of the faux binding. Could you explain how you got it so sharp? Is it because the sanding sealer stops the dye getting to the timber (so the trick is in how well you put the sanding sealer on)? Or from accurate masking when you placed the dye? Scraping back any dye leakage? Combination? Or maybe trade secret? Thanks in advance. and a nice clean edge. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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