"I don't know if it would work for you or not, but I bought a tiny little clip on guitar tuner on ebay the other day. It works off the vibration of the neck or headstock. It has a chromatic function, as well as standard guitar tuning. I only…"
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Tuning a thumb piano?
Started this discussion. Last reply by chevytrucking Nov 1, 2012. 1 Reply 0 Likes
We've made a couple of thumb pianos, one from a cigar box, one from a gold pan. They sound okay but are not tuned to any scale. The tines are made from fish wire and were cut to sizes convenient to…Continue
finish on the fret board?
Started this discussion. Last reply by Rusty Pup (Mark) Sep 19, 2012. 6 Replies 0 Likes
What are some typical finishes for the neck? I've got a CBG and a fretless bass - it was fretted, now it's not. Something to keep the grime off, maybe add a little color. Is basic wood stain…Continue
Sticker removal
Started this discussion. Last reply by ED (Bad Finger) Aug 20, 2012. 7 Replies 0 Likes
I've got a nice Acid Kuba Kuba box with stubborn stickers. Any advice for sticker removal methods?Thanks, GregContinue
Using used guitar necks, getting correct scale?
Started this discussion. Last reply by greg Jul 29, 2012. 25 Replies 0 Likes
I get used necks from my local guitar shop for misc CBG/instrument projects. I can figure out the scale on most because I can simply measure them from the original guitar/bass etc. However, I just…Continue
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Rusty Pup (Mark) replied to greg's discussion finish on the fret board?"Tru-oil has become my new favorite finish. If I'm doing something I really want slick and smooth, I'll apply the last 2 coats of Tru-Oil with some 0000 steel wool, depending on the wood. I don't use it on oak or any other…"
Tuning a thumb piano?
We've made a couple of thumb pianos, one from a cigar box, one from a gold pan. They sound okay but are not tuned to any scale. The tines are made from fish wire and were cut to sizes convenient to the size of the box/pan. How would I adjust them to a scale? Trial and error? Would I adjust the length of the tines with them all in place or do it one at a time? Any advice or links?ThanksSee More
"Thanks for the advice, I went with the Tru Oil method on top of stain and put Tru Oil on the fretless to protect it."
Suspect Device replied to greg's discussion finish on the fret board?"I like it fast & simple. I normally finish my necks, etc. with 4-5 light coats of Deft clear gloss. Fingerboards: sometimes tung oil, sometimes just olive oil."
Skeesix replied to greg's discussion finish on the fret board?"It depends on what kind of wood you're talking about. If it's rosewood, I use Johnson's paste wax occasionally, and that's it. Rosewood doesn't need to be finished. If it's maple, then the finishes described by the…"
Rusty Pup (Mark) replied to greg's discussion finish on the fret board?"You'll most likely get lots of replies to this thread, but generally speaking, just about any wood stain is fine for coloring the wood.
As for a finish, my favorite finish is Tru-Oil. It's made for gun stocks, but it's magnificent on…"
Ross Porter replied to greg's discussion finish on the fret board?"For the entire time I've played guitar I've always just used lemon oil on the fret board.
My latest build I'm finishing the fret board with some Minwax Tung Oil Finish. It pops the grain better and with hopefully seal it…"
finish on the fret board?
What are some typical finishes for the neck? I've got a CBG and a fretless bass - it was fretted, now it's not. Something to keep the grime off, maybe add a little color. Is basic wood stain okay?GregSee More
"Naw, just yankin' yer chain. Like wormil said, I like heat, then Naphta as it tends to evaporate quickly and not damage the finish on the box"
Nobby 1974 replied to greg's discussion Sticker removal"+1 for a hairdryer. You couldd also try using a pencil eraser to gently rub off any residue."
wormil replied to greg's discussion Sticker removal"Heat, then if you need a little help, naphtha. I peel as I'm heating because the glue will reach a point where it releases from the box before the paper but if it gets too hot, it will release from the paper and stick to the box."
Slowpaw Steve T replied to greg's discussion Sticker removal"I usually use a hair dryer to remove stickers, patiently peel off and a little spirit will remove the residue (-:"
Dinkydoo Magoo replied to greg's discussion Sticker removal"I have had the great fortune of borrowing a heat gun which worked very well and the careful use of mineral spirits and a clean cloth have removed what was left with no damage to the box."
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