1958 Gibson LG

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[@0008890]

"Well, hey there gang..." I always find myself waiting for that iconic opening line ;)

[@perihelion7798]

I, for one, really like the woody, dry sound of that type of guitar. Many folk players and singers like that tone, as it compliments the voice, instead of trying to override it. Nice job, and a fine guitar.

[@stephencampbell2735]

Me too. All my favorite music with focus on acoustic guitars is the old bluesy stuff, and the dreadnought full bodied sound is just usually not what I'm looking for

[@WildwoodSon]

Lovely work. My sister loaned me her 1966 LG-0 when I was in college in the mid/late 70's. I had a luthier in Memphis replace the bridge and bridge plate (no screws) and replaced the saddle and nut with bone ones. I also upgraded the tuning machines and got a hard shell case for it. It was an unusually loud and resonant example, especially after the mods, and as a lead instrument it was quite punchy even with light gauge strings. Watching this makes me miss having it around to play.

[@georgefrench1907]

My father bought me one of these new for $115 (US) in 1964. It’s still my number 1 guitar. Volume-wise, dreadnoughts blow it away, but it has a wonderful, balanced tone. The plastic bridge pulled loose in the mid-1970s, and an excellent local repair man made a duplicate out of walnut.

[@marcelogaea1064]

Though it may feel repetitiveness ad nauseum, we”ll never tire of your narrative/ storytelling, Ted. Automatic thumb’s up on every new video from me. Also, every instrument you work on should have the Woodford badge, as they come back vastly improved. Great work!

[@EamonnMcGonigle]

I would like to second this: Ted's video is one of the things I look forward to about the weekend, every weekend.

[@jthonn]

IKR, sometimes it puts me to sleep.

[@martinsivertsen7485]

@@jthonn in a good way, I hope?

[@jthonn]

@@martinsivertsen7485 Oh yeah, don't take it the wrong way. He has a soothing voice.

[@joshrepp5876]

Makes my day when a new video pops up

[@johnmarlowe]

A Gibson LG-O was the first guitar I learned on, 60 years ago. It got destroyed, and 45 years afterward I bought another one to have my first guitar again. Replaced the plastic bridge with wood. The replacement LG-O is almost perfect.

[@michaelmace924]

I really enjoy your style of humor & craftsmanship, it's why I watch every episode. You could be a cooper, he who builds & repairs wine barrels & I'd still watch every episode.

[@podfuk]

And another old guitar saved for future years to came, to make many more future musicians happy :) Thanks Ted!

[@BrianthatiscalledBrian]

Kind of nice seeing an oldy like that getting fixed up. Sounded pretty good, too. Thanks, Ted.👍🙂

[@davefoster6156]

This mahogany guitar happens to be the same age as me (born in 1958) so it pleases me to no end that you have given it new life! If only humans came with truss rods for our spines! Thank you for your excellent work!

[@charleshuguley9323]

One of these was my first guitar, in about 1963.

[@knedy]

I can highly recommend the Dremel flexible shaft extension, makes a world of difference. That and the detailers grip attachment might be worth checking out.

[@briansavage932]

I use my flexible Dremel extension a lot and it's wonderful. You can even find ones that are smaller than the Dremel bland and easier to hold if your hands get sore from gripping things like mine do.

[@walterw2]

seconded, i literally can't think of a reason to not have the extension flex shaft and just leave it on

[@rindred]

It's got such a bright, high-register sound based on what I'm hearing; not a lot of bass to it. That's exactly what I would expect a singer-songwriter/folk artist to use so as not to drown themselves out. And it definitely has a sweeter sound than, say, an Ovation bowl-back that has that thin, high sound and very little bass. Very nice piece.

[@SteveTheWinner]

"Not a purulent discharge" was a chortle-inducing phrase!

[@family-accountemail9111]

I love the make it easy for the next person! Like driving, always drive like your following yourself or expect to meet yourself coming around that blind bend.

[@martin-1965]

Love it when you were dubbing the bridge against the body... like a steam train crossing the open plain. Never boring - always learns something new Tim - many thanks 😎

[@andylucas1175]

Neat refurbishment, finished work sounds good too.

[@brokenacoustic]

I love mahogany guitars, my dad had an all mahogany triple 0 style Everett, was one of the sweetest sounding finger picking guitars I've ever played

[@MarioAlie]

Merci pour ces judicieux tutoriels. Je joue de la guitare depuis 43 ans et j'apprends beaucoup sur la façon dont je peux moi-même améliorer la condition des mes guitares. Merci Mr Ted...always fun to watch you...Andy from Sherbrooke, Québec 😊🎸😊

[@walther9161]

Love these videos… amazing work. Truly an art and profession.

[@sbrown1953]

The sound of sanding evokes ASMR.

[@davidcohencrumpton9884]

I never get tired of any of your videos. I learn a little something with every one. You could make them an hour long and that would be fine. Thanks.

[@CharlieBryant]

For 18 minutes, you charmed and soothed me as usual with your voice, your skill, and your knowledge. All was right with the world. And then you hit me with the purulent discharge. You are the MAN.

[@guiart4728]

Used to have one…awesome instruments! Got a ‘48 LG3 now…yowza!!!

[@lynxsleftybasscorner]

OMG - putting a left-over guitar string through the string posts to keep the bushings from disappearing into oblivion (at least I'm assuming this is the purpose) is absolutely and truly pure GENIUS! Thank you for that!

[@gmill7911]

@@TELE6220 Doing the lord's work. 😊

[@comajoebuck999]

@@gmill7911 LOL

[@lynxsleftybasscorner]

@@TELE6220 thanks for the spell-check, hate when that happens! =D

[@td7426]

Your patience and your level of craftsmanship never cease to amaze me.

[@daviddevillers6790]

Rotten Salmon - what a treat! Thanks for your great content.

[@andrewmiller2868]

I love your videos Ted. Being a guitarist of fifty years or so I've always loved seeing how guitars are put together, but better than that I really love seeing how people go about repairing damaged guitars and I don't find polishing, polishing, polishing boring. I like to see how long, in real time, it takes you to complete any particular process. Thank you for sharing all you upload.

[@bongosock]

BTW playing the guitar at the end is a great way of making sure we watch the video right until the end. You evil genius, you! ;)

[@jasonaustin3270]

Love your videos. And I learn so much from them. Plus that old Gibson came out great

[@cronobactersakazakii5133]

9:25 nope, not getting tired of seeing you working on this LG 🙂

[@Sammywhat]

My good man, we will never grow tired of seeing the amazing work you perform. Besides, it's not just the work that brings us here... who else uses the word purulent? Nobody. Nobody I say! 😂

[@vadenk4433]

Mr. pop zit says it like 10 times a video. Other than him and Ted though you’re probably correct

[@atomdent]

Hey man ,bridge fittin is a gas ,never gonna tire of it!

[@williamfeeney2020]

I’ve never commented on this channel, but it’s perfect and your the best! I’ve watched every one of your videos and I love them. I’m a finish carpenter by trade and I love to see and hear the logic behind tool and material choices, and get the back stories you provide. For what it’s worth, I wouldn’t change anything. I never get tired of you or your videos. Thanks for your channel Ted.

[@k4vms]

I never get tired watching you perform your craft. I learn something every time I can use at work. Thank you !!!! Ricky from IBM, Ret now Guitar Tech

[@telecasterbear]

A splendid job Ted. Watching your skill and hearing your narration will never get tiring for me.

[@KOLDBLU3ST33L]

Sir, You're excellent! I really enjoy your informative posts. 😎

[@macmorgan6685]

Just picked up a mint J-45 (mfg date 2000) in excellent condition. Neck absolutely straight and no bellying behind the bridge. The strings appeared original and decided to change them and noticed the 2 pearl dots on the bridge. Inside I noticed the threaded portion of the bridge screws as well as a 1/4” wood dowel in the middle of the bridge plate! Also realized it’s got a fishman pickup index the saddle and 9vt btry clamped to the neck block. I guess there’s a reason Gibson uses machine screws and a wooden dowel to keep the bridge in place.

[@justinshultz120]

Love this guitar

[@michaellupu2080]

I just love your work! Thank you for sharing!

[@stevehammond7485]

Thank You Tim.

[@jenniferwhitewolf3784]

Sweet❤️. Mahogany gives such a friendly tone.

[@markpell8979]

Beautiful job on this newly reborn vintage Gib that anyone would be proud to own. The stars were lined for you on this one. From a fellow craftsman, I appreciate and respect your love for guitars and what you do.

[@michael7v6]

Mahogany is my favorite wood for guitars. Electric and acoustic.

[@ickipoo]

Very satisfying.

[@noAPlease]

Man, thanks for taking the time to teach us! Fantastic as always.

[@craigmoon3795]

I watch the videos often I never really get sick of them, I like to learn.

[@BOBXFILES2374a]

In 1962, my Dad traded a clarinet for an LG "Student" model Gibson for me. I finally sold it when I'd quit playing for about 15 years. Wish I hadn't, now I'm playing again (Fender FA Dreadnought acoustic). Loved the tone of that guitar. Great to see one again. "Keep on truckin'!

[@lucas_brg]

It's so relaxing watching your videos! Thanks for sharing with us!

[@thecaveofthedead]

One of my favourite kinds of videos here: an old guitar that leaves almost certainly playing better than it ever has before.

[@dude36]

Sweet. Thanks for inviting me in.

[@mitchilito99]

I so enjoy your videos. Thanks!

[@xdoctorblindx]

Another masterclass from a master. Great video!

[@monday6524]

More bridge sanding! We need more bridge sanding! 😊

[@denisbotha8408]

Once again a brilliant episode, thanx very much

[@hrxy1]

excellent vid, great closeups and good workmanship ty

[@kevinsnyder4425]

I love these old lgo Gibsons. I have a '58 in real good shape, with all original hardware. No visible cracks & doesn't need a neck reset. The saddle does need a little shave,it's high like this one. I've already taken some off, but it needs some more. It still plays fairly well. It's a guitar I'll never sell. Bought it from a friend for 35.00 in 1974. Well worth the price, even back then. ! Thanks Ted, for your great vids. !

[@briansavage932]

I really like this guitar a lot. A friend of mine had one that belonged to one of his parents. It had this lovely boxy/cocked midrange tone to it that always drew me to playing it. It was a cozy instrument. Wish I had one.

[@mr.mikeyg.5282]

I have the exact same model, 1958, sitting beside me right now. When I got it the top was destroyed, the bridge had pulled up ripping a large hole in the top. I had a new mahogany installed, x- braced and a rosewood bridge. Great little guitar.

[@YamaKinoko]

Everything you share is valuable.

[@ericsmodsandgear8098]

Really enjoy your channel Ted. Thanks for sharing your knowledge and tips with us.

[@hkguitar1984]

Your sere pedantic sense of humor keeps me coming back. I always learn something from our time together, be it in Luthier or wit. 18:07 "purulent discharge" For gosh sake Man, lets hope not! Thank You, Great Content Sir

[@gmill7911]

Interesting use of the word "pedantic" here.

[@hkguitar1984]

@@gmill7911 LOL, Almost as interesting as using the description of "purulent discharge"

[@violao206]

I love how in this week's installment the instrument did not give you a ridiculous fight of crazy, time-losing trouble. This was a real clean job with a fantastic outcome and the owner is lucky enough to have a lotta saddle compensation available in the future. The best of all worlds!

[@wolfgartom]

What a beauty! Great job Ted!

[@nascargas]

Such a calming voice. I'm not sure if I will ever get tired of you resetting a bridge and all it entails. And quite frankly when you mentioned a re-fret was going to happen I got all giddy. I'm quite serious. I'm not certain why I dig your channel. But I do. And what you do over and over is like watching Bart Simpson stay the same age for 33 years. It never gets old.

[@beytone]

That's the kind of work you want from time to time where there's a bunch of things to get done so that the overall improvement at the end is massive, but none of them caused you any real trouble or bitter frustration. After last week's video, this is exactly what you need!! You even got lucky with the neck angle! I love the guitar and you made it look and play awesome, thank you for another great video, Ted

[@grundunterrecording4197]

Nah Ted, can't honestly say I'm getting tired of anything I see you do in these videos. Your skill and work is always fantastic and the story behind each of the instruments as well as the process of making 'em functional again is the main reason I watch your content. However, there's also a certain feel good element to the whole deal that makes mundane stuff like sanding bridges or polishing (polishing, polishing) frets come across as relaxing rather than boring. Only speaking for myself, of course. Hope you don't find these things too dull, yourself. Anyway, as always thanks for the effort you put into these videos. They're greatly enjoyable!

[@daviswall3319]

I have a ‘64 LG-0 that I bought about 15 years ago. Had that weird plastic bridge that I replaced with rosewood. Had to reradius and refret the neck. New bone nut and saddle of course and keys. She plays great though. The tone is a bit plunky but I love that little guitar.

[@NitroModelsAndComics]

That is a beaut. Your usual bang up job to make it great for another perhaps 30 years with care.

[@stellingbanjodude]

Good, I love working on guitars while watching Ted work on guitars

[@jackpalczynski7884]

Sounds beautiful. Not at all foggy. Nice work as usual. Nice to see you looking for issues, finding them and fixing them all.

[@adobedoug2564]

Thanks for playing them for us Ted.

[@velutumbra]

No, we do not get tired of seeing you do the same thing over and over, for a couple of reasons. It is very relaxing watching you work, the way you make it seem so easy. Also, (and it is thanks to your videos that I also started repairing acoustics), it helps us create the same routine in our brains so we do not forget those steps when we are doing if ourselves. When will you do a video showing us your own guitars, or a fingerpicking class? That would be the cherry on top.

[@thomasbarker642]

Beautiful work again Ted

[@TommySG1]

Enjoyed watching this. I’m sure the owner was very pleased to hear this wouldn’t need a neck reset. Very nice work as you always do on all of your videos.

[@raysparks3161]

Thank you for posting, it's appreciated.

[@Sungodv]

Amazing how this channel has grown in the last four years

[@bldallas]

Wow….great job, Ted!!!…that guitar sounds like a dream. I’ve always liked mahogany guitars (with I still had my 1990ish Martin D-15 in all solid mahogany. Very cool.

[@mrclaus859]

Great job. Thanks for filming

[@alexliver]

I can watch this guy refretting a guitar all day

[@tonymurphy2624]

Another beauty. Thank you.

[@matthewbartolone7036]

first time viewer, impressive work with great narrative sharing, thank you

[@colintierney9715]

That’s a beauty. I have a Guild all mahogany - something special about them.

[@55time3]

Wonderfully shown

[@androbukhov]

Love your videos! Good job

[@bretonguitar]

That little tiny washer holds all the vintage value for this guitar. It’s a little secret I usually keep to myself 🤘🏻😝🤘🏻

[@ToloFest]

Love the sound

[@desolatemetro]

Enjoyed this one a lot!

[@derwinlewis5940]

Thank you for your informative and entertaining posts of your work. I have been enthralled by the content since discovery. Just to put this comment into context, I am a drummer by instinct and profession. Thank you and please don't stop. 234

[@jeremysands1149]

Great work, as always.

[@soniah4821]

This LG is EXACTLY like my Herk Favilla F6. Unfortunately the Favilla doesn’t have a truss rod, so I had to file down the saddle. Ted, you are articulate, thorough and inspiring. Always look forward to your videos. Thank you 🙏

[@roytofilovski9530]

You took a serious mess and turned it into a very nice guitar that is completely playable. Fantastic work.

[@drummerhammar]

Nice work once again!

[@NKBobcat]

Nice little guitar. Great job!

[@charlottesimss9853]

Was just working on a 54 LG0 like this! Luckily all she needed was a fresh saddle

[@truthtobehonest]

Another great job!

[@mikesonneson2824]

From the last video sound when you were playing my first thought was I'll bet this guitar records really well.

[@briansavage932]

Same. Reminded me a lot of something you'd hear on a John Prine record.

[@georgefrench1907]

I’ve never recorded with my 1964 LG-0, but it sounds exceptionally sweet amplified through a clip-in sound hole pickup.

[@HeadbangersLocal]

I have a 1951 model of this guitar that has the same issues as this one. I’m about to take it in as well for repairs.

[@wayneg296]

👍👍😎✌️🤟 Artistry and Craftsmanship, in every job well done. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@limpindug]

Thanks to you for saving another old fella for posterity., these old fellas voices do get better with age. 👍🥃Respect to you mate