Andyjr1515 Posted June 27, 2017 Author Share Posted June 27, 2017 (edited) [quote name='Saved' timestamp='1498537561' post='3325285'] Very nice job. One question.How will you set up the intonation with non-saddle bridge? [/quote] Like most acoustics, it's fixed. This is why I had to string it up and do the various checks with the temporary bridge described earlier. There is a tiny, tiny chance of fine tuning by filing an angle either at the front or back of the 3mm thick saddle so that the string sits towards the front or the back of the saddle. In effective terms this gives a couple of mm adjustment, but only if you are not on the frontmost or rearmost position to start with. It's why I was so pleased and relieved that it actually intonated.... Edited June 27, 2017 by Andyjr1515 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FuNkShUi Posted June 27, 2017 Share Posted June 27, 2017 Cracking job again Andy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andyjr1515 Posted June 27, 2017 Author Share Posted June 27, 2017 [quote name='FuNkShUi' timestamp='1498551293' post='3325366'] Cracking job again Andy! [/quote] Thanks, Kert. Another one that I'll be sad to see go. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T-Bay Posted June 27, 2017 Share Posted June 27, 2017 Not surprised,it's a stunner. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mykesbass Posted June 27, 2017 Share Posted June 27, 2017 (edited) Been watching this from the start (silently) and, to be honest, with a large element of "what the...", but similarly expecting something quite amazing to reveal itself. Well it certainly has done. That picture with it strung up and with the acoustic bridge in place - that is one very special instrument. Amazing work. And well done Mick for the brave and bold vision. Edited June 27, 2017 by Mykesbass Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andyjr1515 Posted June 27, 2017 Author Share Posted June 27, 2017 Thanks, folks - your positive feedback is always hugely appreciated. It hasn't been the easiest of builds, not least for the fact that probably Mick was the only one of all of us who truly knew how this needed to turn out. I have to say that with the curves and lines I'm totally sold on it. In the flesh, it's turning out to be a really beautiful design - not just striking but truly beautiful. Yup - well done, Mick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andyjr1515 Posted June 27, 2017 Author Share Posted June 27, 2017 [quote name='W1_Pro' timestamp='1498525975' post='3325279'] You have to love the sparkling frets in that last pic. Top job Andy. [/quote] Good to hear from you, Stuart. And no....I'm NOT going to build you one Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
W1_Pro Posted June 28, 2017 Share Posted June 28, 2017 (edited) [quote name='Andyjr1515' timestamp='1498596899' post='3325820'] Good to hear from you, Stuart. And no....I'm NOT going to build you one [/quote]Really? I was hoping for a short scale acoustic five string with thunderguts on it..... Edited June 28, 2017 by W1_Pro Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andyjr1515 Posted June 28, 2017 Author Share Posted June 28, 2017 (edited) [quote name='W1_Pro' timestamp='1498612793' post='3325904'] Really? I was hoping for a short scale acoustic five string with thunderguts on it..... [/quote] Oh, acoustic! Well, you should have said that in the first place! OK, I'm sweeping up the workshop now ready to bring the logs in. I'm assuming, of course, that we are talking all carved from a solid billet? If you'd like to pay the advance into my Bank of Nigeria account we can get the ball rolling Edited June 28, 2017 by Andyjr1515 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGreek Posted June 28, 2017 Share Posted June 28, 2017 What, no updates, no pictures??? You do realise I won't be able to sleep tonight... [i]Is it done yet??[/i] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andyjr1515 Posted June 28, 2017 Author Share Posted June 28, 2017 [quote name='TheGreek' timestamp='1498685330' post='3326406'] What, no updates, no pictures??? You do realise I won't be able to sleep tonight... [i]Is it done yet??[/i] [/quote] NO! I was defeated by the rain today - I need proper light for the final sand so the cellar is no good. There should be a decent amount of progress tomorrow, though. And NO - it's not going to be finished tomorrow! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roceci Posted June 29, 2017 Share Posted June 29, 2017 Like others, been following this thread quietly and like other others, don't usually like [s]anything other than fender shapes[/s] single cuts, but this is absolutely stunning. Loving the tradecraft, the decision making, the quality of the work...the whole thing is fascinating and what a beautiful instrument it's turning out to be! Well done Andy, you're a very talented bloke Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andyjr1515 Posted June 29, 2017 Author Share Posted June 29, 2017 [quote name='roceci' timestamp='1498731989' post='3326606'] Like others, been following this thread quietly and like other others, don't usually like [s]anything other than fender shapes[/s] single cuts, but this is absolutely stunning. Loving the tradecraft, the decision making, the quality of the work...the whole thing is fascinating and what a beautiful instrument it's turning out to be! Well done Andy, you're a very talented bloke [/quote] Thanks, roceci ...and Mick's got a decent eye for a design... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGreek Posted June 29, 2017 Share Posted June 29, 2017 [quote name='Andyjr1515' timestamp='1498734985' post='3326651'] Thanks, roceci ...and Mick's got a decent eye for a design... [/quote] ...but Andy's the one who knows how to turn an idea into reality. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cheddatom Posted June 29, 2017 Share Posted June 29, 2017 I really hate it when it says there's a new post on this thread but it's just a load of compliments for Andy and no new photos for me to salivate over Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGreek Posted June 29, 2017 Share Posted June 29, 2017 Ironically there will be others thinking the same about your post.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andyjr1515 Posted June 29, 2017 Author Share Posted June 29, 2017 Continued rain means the final sanding probably will be done tomorrow. Nevertheless, there is plenty, plenty, plenty still to be done! The control chamber cover will not only need to be sanded flush, but also with a slight concavity to match the body. Before doing this, therefore, I need to know exactly where it's going to sit. And to do this, I need to:[list] [*]Double check the depth of the deepest components (battery + clip and the stereo jack) [*]Deepen where necessary [*]Line the chamber and cover with copper tape shielding [*]Install the magnetic catches [/list] This is where I am so far: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andyjr1515 Posted June 29, 2017 Author Share Posted June 29, 2017 [quote name='cheddatom' timestamp='1498735391' post='3326659'] I really hate it when it says there's a new post on this thread but it's just a load of compliments for Andy and no new photos for me to salivate over [/quote] Is that better? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daz39 Posted June 29, 2017 Share Posted June 29, 2017 *sniff* it'll suffice questione - because it's been many pages and I have forgotten. Will there be a finish on the instrument? Oil, poly, cold pressed olive oil, twice baked salami etc.? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGreek Posted June 29, 2017 Share Posted June 29, 2017 Pink leopard skin... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andyjr1515 Posted June 29, 2017 Author Share Posted June 29, 2017 [quote name='Daz39' timestamp='1498736094' post='3326671'] *sniff* it'll suffice questione - because it's been many pages and I have forgotten. Will there be a finish on the instrument? Oil, poly, cold pressed olive oil, twice baked salami etc.? [/quote] Yes - twice baked salami. Your memory is better than you thought Although any finish will darken the wood, the intention is to keep it as light as possible. So, to enhance the feel, I'm opting for the tru-oil "slurry and buff" all over - it leaves the wood protected but SILKY smooth and yet very organic. It should also be pretty much the minimum of darkening of all of the finish options. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andyjr1515 Posted June 29, 2017 Author Share Posted June 29, 2017 [quote name='Andyjr1515' timestamp='1498738234' post='3326704'] Yes - twice baked salami. Your memory is better than you thought Although any finish will darken the wood, the intention is to keep it as light as possible. So, to enhance the feel, I'm opting for the tru-oil "slurry and buff" all over - it leaves the wood protected but SILKY smooth and yet very organic. It should also be pretty much the minimum of darkening of all of the finish options. [/quote] And then add the pink leopard skin, of course... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGreek Posted June 29, 2017 Share Posted June 29, 2017 [quote name='Andyjr1515' timestamp='1498738285' post='3326708'] And then add the pink leopard skin, of course... [/quote] Obviously we're after the real thing...it's just so hard to find a pink leopard at the moment.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andyjr1515 Posted June 29, 2017 Author Share Posted June 29, 2017 And here it is, with all the magnetic catches and screening in place ready for sanding. If you look at the back edge, you can see where the concave curve will be sanded into the cover: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
allighatt0r Posted June 29, 2017 Share Posted June 29, 2017 Just need to paint the whole thing green next! Looks fab. Well done Andy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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