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Hi Joe, I just started looking at this thread and I like what you're doing. The bracing pattern especially. The nice tight rosette and bindings. Excellent workmanship. I loved your line about "airing dirty laundry in public". I'm sure most beginners watch builds and think, "These pros...

Yea it is a step away from tradition. EMG's are the bomb. minus 32db noise gain...no grounding the tail-piece or strings= no shock from a mismatch of polarity between the PA and your amp. No waffle pattern burns on the lips from a SM-58 mike. The customer wanted a 60's SG neck profile with three on ...

I just last night strung this one up. I notified the customer that it's ready and he wanted to come get it last night around 11:00 PM. He's anxious but I convinced him to wait until today. I didn't take any pictures during the build only the following shots. Basswood body, EMG Vince Gill Signature m...

Very nice and a step away from tradition...without stepping too far away. I like it a lot. Excellent craftsmanship.