I grew up in an auto body repair shop. Dad owned one since not long after I was born. I’ll be 62 in December. I shot red-oxide lacquer primer by the time I was 12. First paint I shot was DuPont Lucite...

I don't have a problem with the use of CNC, I don't think its taking skills away, its introducing a different set of skills in 3D modelling and programming. Its not for me though, I spent a lot of my ...

Just for you @russ I’ve just put the strings on, added the bells and whistles, and I’ve just had a quick jam. It needs a setup now but it’s a great bass guitar now. Attachment : F5C11504-D5E9-429...

It’s all ready for some new strings. Attachment : 084AD9DD-11FE-4F9B-8850-3715B2E8EAFA.jpeg Attachment : C2F48759-B4AE-4ABE-B1CC-7CB48985419A.jpeg Attachment : E92B0673-ABCD-4E91-8D...

I'm now doing some work on the neck, I'm rolling the fretboard edges over to make it a bit more comfortable to play. I'm using a razor blade to scrape off the majority and then going over that with so...

I spent a little time on this bass today. I got the Mirka out and then the buffer. It's come up a treat @darrenking 😁👍 Attachment : IMG_20210927_162018.jpg Attachment : IMG_...

Oh I can’t help it, here are a few more. Attachment : E9401834-10AE-4841-80FB-A5F536CD6200.jpeg Attachment : 6A822144-32DC-4FA8-8498-07F748498A25.jpeg Attachment : 13BAD885-5F02-4191...

Some more pics. Attachment : 56DE9DC2-2710-448C-8DA3-CC894EB4C773.jpeg Attachment : A6B7F657-1C5D-44DC-92DD-B7D0C5E70B32.jpeg Attachment : 80BBC2A5-C1A4-4AB0-88C9-196338C54135.jpeg

Yeah alright, you lot were correct, the white pickup covers do look the business. It’s starting to look really nice now this jazz bass. I’m upgrading the bridge to a Wilkinson and I may even upgrade t...

The compressor is very quiet as is the bench vent.

Welcome to the Builds!

I'd love to know what others have found out there - if anyone knows of any bargains please let us all know! I managed to find an old bandsaw (But with big (44cm) throath and enough height (17cm)) at ...

@koendb Nice hunter gathering, it’s always good to consider older gear, some real bargains can be found. 👍

I managed to find an old bandsaw (But with big (44cm) throath and enough height (17cm)) at a thrift store Good point! A lot of folk buy a bandsaw and use it once...then get rid of it... Also they thi...

Welcome to the forum @irishwhiskeycoke! Sooo, you’re more of a Bootlegger than a Bandsman eh? That’s ok, I won’t hold it against you. 😉 Have you had any luck procuring a bandsaw? Cheers! Matt

I'll probably start with a 'leckie' then hopefully progress to a strummy box thingy. @irishwhiskeycoke Good to see you a getting a good grasp of the terminology Chris. 🤣 👍

A little musical* interlude in a weekly on-line comedy show ... * obviously, that's up for debate! Nice one @tv101

Hey Chris - it really depends on your budget - and in these strange times also what is actually in stock and available... Virtually any bandsaw, even the smallest and cheapest, will suffice - but my a...

@irishwhiskeycoke Chris here’s a link to the videos series on acoustic making on utube. If you watch one and subscribe to the channel you will get the whole lot.

Welcome Higgins @irishwhiskeycoke. If you and DIY aren't mates then you came to the right spot. Mark has the courses super easy to follow for any skill level. Also... if you have any question/concerns...