At this point, I've built 2 CBGs -- one with a fingerboard and one without. In both cases, I kept the designs relatively simple, and kept the necks (one bolted, the other through-box) as close to zero angle as possible. However, upon completion, both guitars have really high string action as you get closer to the bridge. Are they bowing? Will angling the neck about 5 or 6 degrees downward combat the high string action? A CBG without a fingerboard wouldn't be difficult, but a fingerboard certainly wouldn't sit right on the body...

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Heh cool. The plans show a middle layer. Can use if you want, but I just do two pieces. Also I have more info about grain direction. I'm kinda particular about that which (I believe) makes the neck stronger still.

-WY

Scotty C. said:
Wes Yates said:
Some old plans for that are here.

Also, Wes, for the last 2 weeks, I've been eagerly awaiting the finish of my previous build so I could get to work trying out your laminated neck instructions.
Wes Yates said:
Heh cool. The plans show a middle layer. Can use if you want, but I just do two pieces. Also I have more info about grain direction. I'm kinda particular about that which (I believe) makes the neck stronger still.

This relates to the image you posted underneath the lamination plans, yes? Could you elaborate on what gluing them together in that grain pattern does for the strength? (I'm afraid I'm not very knowledgeable on quartersawn wood...)

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