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Thinning headstocks
Started this discussion. Last reply by David Bowes Sep 18, 2022. 11 Replies 1 Like
Hey folks,I am doing my 3rd large batch build for another elementary school, 25-30 ukuleles. I have yet to figure out a faster easier way to thin the headstocks. Any suggestions would be…Continue
Gluing up multiple fretboards
Started this discussion. Last reply by Titch the Clown Apr 16, 2020. 4 Replies 2 Likes
So, I am building 50 ukuleles for the kids in my community. I am working with a local music teacher that will be providing online lessons doing all this crazy. Feel free to check out the Facebook…Continue
Best passive piezo
Started this discussion. Last reply by BrianQ. Feb 8, 2019. 5 Replies 0 Likes
Did a build for a client, concert size ukulele. Now he wants a pickup. I usually install an active piezo but this box will not allow for that. Any ideas on best passive piezo? Disc vs rod. Would like…Continue
Sound post?
Started this discussion. Last reply by Hans Feb 6, 2018. 13 Replies 0 Likes
anyone use them and if so do you think it helps sound as it does for violin and cello?Continue
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"Thanks for all the input! I ended up making a simple jig, used angle grinder with a 40 grit flap disk that did the bulk of it then palm sander with 80 grit. Got 25 done in 40 min."
"Thanks, Taff! I can apply a couple of those techniques."
"Oops! you forgot something. Taff"
"Hi Eric, I’m not sure what tools or machines you have on hand so it’s hard to tell you what to do, so I’ll show you the methods I have used. The photos should give you some ideas. I always try to save the handcrafting work until…"
"Can you post a pic of one? That method knocks it out pretty darn fast, but I guess if you want faster, then you’ll need power tools? Do you thin them down beforehand, or do they? "
"Hand saw across evert 1/8” and deep as I need then chisel and sand."
Thinning headstocks
Hey folks,I am doing my 3rd large batch build for another elementary school, 25-30 ukuleles. I have yet to figure out a faster easier way to thin the headstocks. Any suggestions would be appreciated!regards,ericSee More
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Comment Wall (2 comments)
- At 7:49pm on January 11, 2017,
A.D.EKER said…
Hi ! Thanks for asking ! its a 251/2 inch scale nut to bridge.
- At 8:13am on November 9, 2016,
darren brown said…
hi strings are ead from 13,s tuned fcf the bass is a 75 tuned a .
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just came accross this pickup idea on youtube.
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CBG site issues, continued.
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Guitar for the grandson
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Building with vintage paper/pressed board cigar boxes.
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