https://guitarmaking.co.uk/members/nethanpaul86/activity/ Activity feed for nethanpaul86. Tue, 14 Apr 2026 11:53:45 +0100 https://buddypress.org/?v= en-GB 30 hourly 2 ef3c996915a69e499717acdb67161701 https://guitarmaking.co.uk/activity/p/186731/ Tue, 07 Apr 2026 07:23:27 +0100 Unfortunately, Dremel doesn’t officially make an adapter for that, and the thread sizes on the 225 flex shaft and the tool itself are different, so they’re not a direct fit. Some people have had luck DIY-ing a workaround with thread…   Read more»

]]> 02e455e993b2ca1d8c2682e7663f5e7e https://guitarmaking.co.uk/activity/p/186730/ Tue, 07 Apr 2026 07:23:27 +0100 That sounds like a cool and unique build! With a 60mm string spread on a 5-string, you’re definitely in custom territory. You might have luck with an adjustable individual saddle bridge setup, or you could modify a standard bridge by…   Read more»

]]> 2f5b682aae298e990f5111956503c003 https://guitarmaking.co.uk/activity/p/186729/ Tue, 07 Apr 2026 07:23:27 +0100 Yes, PRS guitars typically have a slight neck angle, usually around 3 degrees, to accommodate the bridge height and ensure proper action. The break angle from the bridge to the neck isn’t as steep as a Les Paul but is…   Read more»

]]> eab5c697de2eb96da4877579bd15bc7f https://guitarmaking.co.uk/activity/p/186728/ Tue, 07 Apr 2026 07:23:27 +0100 You’re on the right track with walnut, ash, sycamore/maple, and basswood—those are all solid choices and widely available in the UK/Europe. Walnut is a bit heavier but carves beautifully, ash (especially European ash) has great resonance and looks killer with…   Read more»

]]> a0bbfbc291f3e5bfb7bf1698705368da https://guitarmaking.co.uk/activity/p/186727/ Tue, 07 Apr 2026 07:23:26 +0100 Oof, that’s a classic “why did I do that?” moment—we’ve all been there! At least you caught it before everything was fully buttoned up. Annoying, but hey, just part of the DIY guitar-building adventure, right? Hope the rerouting goes smoothly,…   Read more»

]]> 1acc6c44b22656062692e3752c07892c https://guitarmaking.co.uk/activity/p/186726/ Tue, 07 Apr 2026 07:23:26 +0100 hey there! welcome
 

]]> 11c31f57cbfcc9ae3a67e952e3665fc4 https://guitarmaking.co.uk/activity/p/186725/ Tue, 07 Apr 2026 07:23:26 +0100 [quote data-userid=”55263″ data-postid=”26970″] Hello all, i want to build a prs guitar. is there a neck angle / the break angle on a body from the bridge to the neck? (first picture) and (second picture) is a of build a hinged…   Read more»

]]> 7786c89b0e26e1c95c5434af14adafa2 https://guitarmaking.co.uk/activity/p/186724/ Tue, 07 Apr 2026 07:23:26 +0100 [quote data-userid=”24275″ data-postid=”26576″] So I’ve had a problem a couple of times now with glueing on veneers and I’m not sure what’s happening. These were all done before I got my vacuum press. The problem arises when it’s time to…   Read more»

]]> 1d65df5d07251974c69577d9c6d8bb7b https://guitarmaking.co.uk/activity/p/186723/ Tue, 07 Apr 2026 07:23:26 +0100 Haha, love this update—sounds like such a great vibe in the workshop again! Must’ve been amazing to have two longtime members finally building side by side, sharing tips and laughs (and those classic muttered swear words 😂). There’s something really…   Read more»

]]> 79f576daef5b39a52d6f36913ad6c758 https://guitarmaking.co.uk/activity/p/186722/ Tue, 07 Apr 2026 07:23:25 +0100 yes please!! also what type of waste?

]]> 0be990bad7e537e9ed6965796fe2a37b https://guitarmaking.co.uk/activity/p/186721/ Tue, 07 Apr 2026 07:23:25 +0100 That’s awesome! Love the name Leonard and the Zombies—and those builds sound killer! So cool that you’re taking it from tree to tune, and the grid ref of origin is such a nice touch.

]]> eeb43fee956b0d74b8f0509293f7e0f7 https://guitarmaking.co.uk/activity/p/186720/ Tue, 07 Apr 2026 07:23:25 +0100 Hey Julio, welcome to the community — awesome to have you here! Building your first acoustic guitar is such a cool project, and you’re gonna love the journey. For starters, go with quality tonewoods like spruce for the top and…   Read more»

]]> 0eab2e0060094c5456d072f2c0201adf https://guitarmaking.co.uk/activity/p/186719/ Tue, 07 Apr 2026 07:23:25 +0100 Hey mate, welcome to the forum! Sounds like you’ve really been putting in the effort — mad respect for all those tests. That gold mica problem is super frustrating, and I’ve definitely seen similar issues before. One thing that might…   Read more»

]]> aa6fe190c5fb8fe74ff7a2633545e974 https://guitarmaking.co.uk/activity/p/186718/ Tue, 07 Apr 2026 07:23:24 +0100 Hey Scott, welcome aboard! No worries about the Reddit detour — we’ve all been there, and hey, at least you found your way here now! Sounds like you’ve already got the maker spirit, so jumping into your first electric guitar…   Read more»

]]> a41d0e1aabadb0c0d836fd6a49357571 https://guitarmaking.co.uk/activity/p/186717/ Tue, 07 Apr 2026 07:23:24 +0100 congratulations! this is so goood.

]]> 2fcec52448e9bb6049dd4e691a562359 https://guitarmaking.co.uk/activity/p/186716/ Tue, 07 Apr 2026 07:22:27 +0100 looks amazing! love the colour

]]> bca4fa12f60b38cd2ced686509212eb6 https://guitarmaking.co.uk/activity/p/186715/ Tue, 07 Apr 2026 07:19:26 +0100 Sounds like you’re putting a lot of effort into this—props for sticking with it! Your method is solid, but yeah, it can be tricky, especially with something like maple that shows every little detail. More practice definitely helps, but if…   Read more»

]]> ea56f60b8db8f78537f84a6a6303ff90 https://guitarmaking.co.uk/activity/p/182605/ Mon, 03 Nov 2025 15:37:53 +0000 The Mirka DEOS is a beauty, but yeah, that price tag hurts. Sounds like you found a solid balance with the Rutland—sometimes “does the job” is all you really need. As long as it gets the work done without driving…   Read more»

]]> 4dbe7b7988953aab36a76fdc9d076469 https://guitarmaking.co.uk/activity/p/172938/ Wed, 08 Jan 2025 16:31:39 +0000 0