2020 - Designing a TWIN NECK Guitar and Building a Tiny Workshop

[@Walking_Death]

I didn't see a coffee mug... Thought that would be essential.

[@leovdvelden8428]

Right..... get some 'coffee making stuff' in the shop. Saves time in the end as well....

[@typerexc]

That was my concern as well... ;-P

[@Bammbamm]

Clearly he’s wearing a Camelback and using it as an I.V. Bag and just taking it intravenously!

[@tomhand1070]

Who knows how long all this will go on for, so I say take your time and build the best instrument possible with the time and tools you have available! Hoping you and your family are well Ben! 👍

[@pmm422]

My thoughts exactly!

[@anthonyk5496]

Yes! If there's anything we have an excess of now, it's time! No rush! Take care Ben. 👍

[@mikehoward587]

Thank you for inviting us to your home. Thank you for continuing to do all that you do. I am a healthcare worker and I do so much look forward to your videos...they are a wonderful escape for me. I am a guitar player and I know what I love in playing a guitar but I have no idea how to build. I love watching you create.

[@nevernerd]

Timed builds are good, but I really enjoy the full process. I'd probably watch a real time 500 hour build. Especially in moments like this where I just woke up and am not alert enough to head out into the woodshop for the day.

[@CrimsonCustomGuitars]

Consider it done! B

[@eldie3d]

I agree!!! I'd prefer to watch 1000 hours and see and hear AND learn every single aspect of the build than to watch a time lapse only highlighting the main parts! I want to know every idea, every thought and every decision. I mean... you can speed through routing, bandsaw, sanding, but nothing else. The long detailed videos are entertaining AND educational. Time lapse videos are only entertaining... I crave the education!!!

[@kjemradio]

The full process is the best, and honestly learning at normal speed during the process is just better. I'd love if the mistakes are not edited out either because that's part of learning. :-)

[@eldie3d]

@@kjemradio I told Ben a long time ago that he should put out a blooper reel... Nobody is perfect and everybody makes mistakes... I sure Ben made quite a few... LOL I told him to save the clips to a certain folder an as soon as he has enough for a 10 to 20 minute video... produce it!!! He could put one out monthly, quarterly, etc. Of course it would depend on how many bloopers he makes and has. It doesn't have to be scheduled (weekly, monthly, quarterly, etc.) It could be a random video once in a while! "Crimson Guitars Bloopers" I wish!!! And if... I couldn't wait!!! In fact, I'm going to use this thought to the main comment board for everyone to see!!! If ya'll see it, give it a like so it'll go to the top so Ben sees it!!! Thanks!!!

[@seekersofrhythm]

This is the ideal opportunity to the Starwars inspired guitar you have talked about. I am socially distancing the hell out of each day so thanks for the continuing videos J

[@CrimsonCustomGuitars]

My pleasure... I will be making videos as long as I can.. and yes.. this will be the star wars guitar... I'm seriously looking forward to it. B

[@seekersofrhythm]

@@CrimsonCustomGuitars that's great news.you should get in touch with Adam Savage at tested he was one of the model makers 8n the original starwars movies he aso the Co presenter of myth users.and would a great source of info. I can guarantee he is an obsessive when it comes to tools.you. Stay safe. John

[@steviectree3322]

Welcome to the Man Cave world! My work shed 'aka guitar engineering centre', has just about enough space to work in, once I squeeze past the Honda VFR 750 just inside the door. CD player and a secret stash of beer/wine often means the 'I won't be long' quote to the wife ends up as a 5 hour session! Stay safe Ben and thanks for the videos.

[@raymondwhitford433]

You will need a compressed air supply, even to use just for cleaning, and a good vacuum cleaner.

[@northland..]

awesome video. a nice glimpse into your life at home.

[@salomehart8833]

Heartwarming to see your kids helping their dad! I think this is a wonderful opportunity to build something special while spending time with family.

[@anthonyworkman78]

Nicely done, Ben. Videos of you working from home promises to be both engaging & organic. Looking forward to more... 👍

[@DavidGuyton]

I'm digging the lil' workshop. As for the twin neck...I think I would vote for a non-timed build. Seems like one that you would want to spend a lot of time on and not be rushed.

[@Smike2095]

Please build this No time constrains, take your time and make it the most crazy possible star wars design I think a grey wood for the body would be alright, such as black limba or similar Cheers Ben! Thank you for keeping us company and teaching so much Stay safe :)

[@Thebrainymonkey]

If you make them headless necks, it'll be stylistically similar to my old Casio DG-20

[@chadhopkins4760]

Definitely build it!! I would vote for a medium length series. People have plenty of time to watch the series right now and also gives you plenty of time to excel the quality of the guitar instead of building it under a time crunch. Good luck and stay safe.

[@LaPetitWookiee]

I've been watching and enjoying Crimson Guitars for about 5 months now and from the brief time I've been getting to know you through you channel, I'd say the one thing missing from your shed is a Coffee Machine! What's missing from my workspace is... a workspace and a correctly functioning set of eyes. I have dyslexia and amongst all the challenges that brings is my hand-eye coordination, which is mostly significant through its absence. I have a creative mind and can design mentally but as to bringing those ideas to physical forms, I have yet to find a medium, forgiving enough, to accommodate my shortcomings, but one never knows... Looking forward to the new build. I'm sure a subject like Star Wars is bound to be smooth sailing and controversy free!

[@darrenc1078]

Don't get me wrong.... I love everything you do. But I was actually looking forward to the building a guitar case video.

[@amirkhalid5449]

You don't mention having some sort of coffee-making device in the shed. That is surely as essential as any other luthiery tool. 🙂

[@GuilhermeDinizLZ]

It wil be " the thing"!!! Go ahead! You're a magician!

[@YoChocoTube]

And no time limit on the Star wars guitar! That one has to purrrrrrfect!

[@CorvinRayne]

No need to do a challenge, we just enjoy watching you create and build, so taking your time is enjoyable to us 💯

[@mikkosutube]

24.30..build stuff to maintain sanity..these are golden words to hear..i have a workshop with half the space and half the tools..but then i work part time for a company that has larger tools and equipment that i can use occasionally as needed..

[@jazzey69]

Ben, biuld it from the heart with your handa and your brain . How long it takes is not the issue. True Art takes time and right now we have a lot of it...blessings to you and all..:-)

[@chefshredder]

Awesome as usual. Would you ever consider making a resonator guitar? That would be truly awesome as nowhere in england seems to do them.???? Love your content.

[@baronvonteuchter1412]

chefshredder this, this*10^loads

[@paulchinniah4159]

Oh yes.

[@kevinkennedy-spaien8163]

If we want Ben to build this, we need to somehow incorporate FIRE into the resonator theme!

[@WibblyWobblyBob]

I'd love to see that!

[@Jorduan100]

God damn that Angular double necked beast looks enticing! Like a "bent" Angler using a protractor attempting to find a new angle on life

[@timstones786]

I can remember the times when ben was doing it all in his shed. I learned so much about building from you, kinda feels nostalgic to see you go back in a tiny shed

[@ktildesl]

You’re going to need a Triton planer/thicknesser and a mini band saw for sure! Couldn’t survive this without mine. Hope you are all well and can’t wait for lockdown to end so I can come back and work at Crimson on fridays. Cheers, Kevan

[@robinfeathers650]

Yes, I want to see you build the Star Wars themed twin neck!

[@7stringbassist]

"Limited machines and no tools". Blimey, it's pretty well equipped 😂😂 Looking forward to this sci-fi build.

[@greenmile9496]

Thanks for continuing to share your talents Ben!! Here’s one I don’t think anyone has tried... Use “Micarta” for the body of an electric guitar 🎸 With your advanced skills, I’m sure you could easily build a press and make the rough micarta blank from scratch. You would be able to use any combination of layered colors you choose, then cut out and custom shape it any way you please! Hope you and your family stay healthy during these difficult times!!

[@SimonNeale1973]

I really hope you have a decent security system! There's lots of scallys out there, chancing their arm! My mother in law had her shed broken into on Saturday and her clapped out mower nicked!! Stay safe! Looking forward to some awesome teeny shed big guitar builds!

[@richardallen4568]

Don’t want to see a challenge. Just a super work of art.

[@jasonoreskovich8584]

You continue to impress! Your mini shop is better than my regular one. Stay safe and corona free. Your course is on my bucket list.

[@rakkucustom]

Looks cozy and most important of all there is a lot of natural light. I am thinking of building a (easily) movable workbench with some storage which I could take out as needed and build completely outside in the nature. Cows are the coolest!

[@audiotechlabs4650]

Bravo Ben! It' as if you have come full circle! Home to shop, to bigger shop, to home again! You will prove you don't require a hugh area to build in! Looking forward to this more personal journey of guitar building. Thanxz

[@nickcook89]

The twin neck; no headstocks, and fanned frets on both 👌🏻

[@Partagasy]

oh yeah baby let's this awesone guitar !!

[@BLBlackDragon]

Like the guitar design. Don't constrain yourself with a time limit for this one. Also, love the home workshop. All this CoVID-19 stuff has everyone giving us new takes on their daily routines. Fun to see the family working with you on this one.

[@CrimsonCustomGuitars]

For now the kids won't be seen in a non time-lapse way.. however long term I expect them to eclipse me in every way. B

[@TheBobbytables]

Crimson AND Kitty's??? What an awesome saturday afternoon watch.

[@Chris-Polanco]

Can you make it semi hollow body in the same style as the last guitar? It’s just so futuristic

[@jlmfoy365]

Hi Ben, you are correct my own workshop is one wall in my bedroom. I have made a bed, workbench, tables etc. Alas no room for power tools. Regards Jim.

[@steviecarpenter]

Hey Ben this is awesome! A build not in the fully equipped workshop but back in the shed! You should do an updated step by step instructional guitar building series from here, full process. It would be fun to watch and a reference point to go back to. Looking forward to the next video amigo!

[@yetimatzenightcat8702]

@BEN i love the cat behind you ....... Ooooooo there she is, the boss is coming. People have cats but cats have staff. 🤸‍♂️😀🐈

[@vince8081]

Love the idea of a compact 2 necks bass/guitar, 30 hours should be more appropritate than 24... up to you ! Can't wait !

[@edhallbleackley5962]

This keeps me going in isolation

[@CrimsonCustomGuitars]

Ed Hall Bleackley Stay safe 👍

[@Superevilfrog]

My essential tool list for a small shop, would include a bench top drill press, a bench top bandsaw, and a trim router.

[@MrDieseel]

I can't wait for next video. That will be amazing adventure, keep on build.

[@brendanperkins2882]

Hi Ben, this is going to be awesome. you've also inspired me to tidy up my garage and hang my tools up, I've been tripping over tools and cords all day, I think the falcon would be cool and you could make it pretty comfortable to play with that shape, Take your time so we can watch you change your mind 50 times, have fun!

[@scottdahlberg4890]

I knew he loved kitties!!!!! I would love a left handed Crimson Guitar.

[@perceval.a]

Back to the roots in a small workshop in the garden... This is utterly cool. And the guitar looks awesome ! Of course you should build it :-)

[@danlupinacci4777]

DEFINTELY BUILD TWIN NECK!!!!!!! also love see the hand tool only build , because that's the real trick isn't it

[@Womberto]

Great that your lad is getting into turning, it's the most versatile tool in a workshop. Talking of workshops, I've got one half that size so I'm getting workshop envy.

[@CrimsonCustomGuitars]

Thanks 👍

[@gregoryh4601]

Hello Ben. Here in the States we been in lock down for Four weeks and thanks for the videos. On your wood shop all I can see you need a Air System or a Dust vac.on the outside with inlet inside. You need to build that awesome design Guitar , to put it over the edge at the end of the guitar make exhaust cut outs with Red LED light come on when you play it loud. Please keep the videos coming. It sucks in home lock down and can’t see my Mother in Law that is in a Nursing Home. Peace Be With You and family Greg

[@KMartinMusic]

This is the PERFECT time for a hand-tools only build! Let's see it!

[@kokobily]

Stay safe Ben! Keep inspiring! Thank you.

[@CrimsonCustomGuitars]

Thank you! Will do!

[@peterlinley6520]

Those plans are insane... love it.

[@natsterjam]

Well done Ben! Thanks for keeping us all entertained and educated whilst we are all locked down. Soooo excited to see this build. Starwars: Tick Twin neck: Tick Bass: Tick Set for a fantastic project! Design wise how about some lightsabre inlays? Or a really cool storm trooper helmet and Darth helmet inlay? Can't wait to see what you come up with.

[@michaelpquinlan]

Kitties everywhere and a luthier shed. You sir, are living my dream.

[@HarleyPete1966]

I built two electric guitars to a custom design in a shed which was smaller than that with less tools than you have. It can be done it just takes longer. I must admit to enjoying the videos that you put out whenever I get a chance to see them. I did email Crimson some time ago to see whether you would be interested in seeing some pics of my guitars but I guess it never made it through. Stay safe and enjoy the time at home.

[@jonfortner3919]

Glad to see you have found a way to keep doing what you love during this difficult time. I also love watching you do it, so win win. The guitar will be fun to watch. Still waiting to see you build the case for the 2020 build too ;)

[@CrimsonCustomGuitars]

Thank you so much! The case build will happen, just waiting on the parts

[@55degreesart]

Loving this, massively inspiring. As for the Star Wars theme, it would be awesome to see light sabres integrated into the design somewhere. Ever done inlays in the back of the neck? Either that or light beams sticking out of the end of the headstocks, now that would be some next level stuff. Keep it up, your keeping us entertained and sane!

[@CrimsonCustomGuitars]

That would be cool

[@anavonborowsky3811]

I just fell in love with your tiny workshop! And discovered we have nothing similar here on Brazil to be bought! So sad! As for the twin neck, it look amazing already. I would suggest to make both headless though! It would look more like a ship. But it is only my opinion, of course. As for a suggestion, I would like to see more videos of antique tools being restored. I just found an old spokeshave at my parent's house that belonged to my grandfather and started a restoration on it because of your videos. Also started making a guitar, which is much more complex! Thank you so much for the inspiration. Your videos and products are great.

[@ApexWoodworks]

This should be interesting to see how the guitar build comes along. I think it could very well encourage those of us whose shops don't have every tool in the universe at their disposal.

[@bruce1772]

Ben, it's like the old days! Back to building in the shed like your old videos. Love it. Stay safe and well all.

[@pauldunham8952]

The Star Wars double neck concept is very cool buuuuttt... since we are all sequestered to our homes and you will be working out of your homework shop, I think a more rustic, antique style/vibed guitar would be fantastic to watch you make with hand tools and fit the current circumstances. Perhaps even give building an acoustic guitar in said style a chance?? Whatever you end up doing, I'll be fascinated to watch as always! Stay safe and well!

[@bazzer124]

Nice little shop. Needs a coffee tap piped in from the kitchen. Looking forward to the double neck build. Here's a silly suggestion regarding the build. Make the head stocks a single, unseparated half-moon arc with the tuners on the top and bottom of the arc. Told ya it was silly. Best to you and yours, Ben! Cheers....

[@ItsPaul87]

Very excited to see a hand tool build. I guess I still have a lot of tools to buy then.

[@DougKingJax]

I am so here for the Star Wars theme. Also, Ginger Cat Crowe is gorgeous.

[@CrimsonCustomGuitars]

He and his brother are lovely, about 9 months old and I love them inordinately. B

[@DougKingJax]

@@CrimsonCustomGuitars as you should.

[@oldmanzen6682]

Seeing as you asked, I much prefer the challenge being reflected in the complexity of the build versus the race against a timer. Also, you absolutely need to make the knobs for both guitar and bass look like satellite dishes and turrets. Great "limited" workshop.

[@CrimsonCustomGuitars]

I tend to agree.. I will do more race against the clock builds, I'm sure, but I prefer a more relaxed time frame. Dishes etc will certainly happen, no doubt. B

[@oldmanzen6682]

@@CrimsonCustomGuitars The world's got enough anxiety right now. We don't need another ticking clock. ;) Good luck with the build. Can't wait to see what you do with it. (Don't forget to add scoring (blaster) marks!)

[@saschabejach8780]

It really touched me and I think it might could interest you too. You and your family, stay healthy, greetings from a big fan of you and your work, Sascha Berlin 🎸

[@northshoregruni]

You already got me with "star wars"!! This will be my favorite project of yours! Can't wait for it 😁😁

[@CrimsonCustomGuitars]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@narbonneguitars9331]

i know its not the shop at Crimson but taking it back to roots an putting a little reality of your life in this is Golden ...an please i dont want to come off as a troll but ben it seems to me its about time frame with builds lately an seeing you take your time an do things in the manner of luthiery you learned in school with hand tools is so inspiring to me rather than all the fancy shop tools ...just M.O.P....an love the star wars theme but it has to be the millenium falcon...lol..what ever you choose it will be great ..an the digressions when filming are good to keeps it real an the format is pretty good ....

[@aaronoleary2653]

The sketch reminds me of a Casio dg10/dg20, can't wait to see it finished!

[@emmaskyers8908]

I want to see an old school challenge or long form build - my kids have been raised on your commentary and enthusiasm! (my toddler has just watched this video once and immediately demanded we watch "guitar build a workshop again")

[@oldmanbill6697]

Well done Triton tools for supplying Ben with a selection of tools. Just the job for setting up a cool home workshop. Now, I'm just wondering if Crimson Guitars will send me a selection of their guitar measuring tools to complete my workshop. 😉🎸 Nice shed, what stunning stain you going to coat it in? Next guitar - 12 string would be good.

[@yazman4040]

I wish I was safe these days. I'm a paramedic, in a large American city none the less. I'll be in the middle of this until it ends or it ends me. Stay safe, and keep up the good work my dude. Love your videos.

[@yazman4040]

Rebel and Alliance... Was that a world of Warcraft type slip of the tounge Ben?

[@jameshenson1489]

Yes that would be awesome to see

[@jimbobjimbob8275]

Well lockdown just got a whole lot better! Looking forward to seeing builds and other projects coming out of your shed Ben, and yes we do want to see you build the Star Wars guitar.

[@daveflood1555]

Pretty good. Coffee bay, kettle, small fridge. Not sure what tools are missing but they are probably in one of the boxes. No vote on a twin neck but OK on bass and guitar along the Star Wars theme. Just cut plan down middle, add a few bits.

[@mikeivey8471]

Just wonderful !! Love seeing family time !! All working together !! Great content & can't wait to see what comes out of the tiny workshop !!

[@footrot17]

Good to see you happy and healthy man. My fondest memory of my grandfather was building a shed as a kid. You children will remember this for life. Good on you . Much love from Melbourne au

[@fotice]

This takes me back i dont know how many years ago, There was a video of you, in a shed, doing a relicing and fret leveling on a PRS!! that's how I've learned fret jobs ! I am a subscriber till this day, and i even have the video which i downloaded back then, to use it as reference! Even in a shed, nothing is stopping you man 👏

[@dylanmyhill1188]

After moving home from uni due to Coronavirus I now have the time and resources to finally build a guitar mainly inspired by your channel. I've got a jigsaw, a router, a few rasps and a handheld sander and it's coming along nicely!

[@CrimsonCustomGuitars]

Beautiful! Have fun.. and don't think about the real world you have to go back to eventually. B

[@BakerGlare]

I so wish I had a workshop. Coming up to week six for me now. If things keep going longer, I might order a kit off ebay, and stains and finishing oils from you guys.

[@thatellipsisguy8984]

BakerGlare do it, I put my order in week one here in Aus...

[@Aracore]

Ben. I didn't see the inlay Jig that you would normally clamp into your vice. but DAMN that is my dream shed! Even when lockdown is over you would never get me out of it!

[@patriotperspective9321]

Great video Mr. Crow(I hope I spelled that correctly)! Looking forward to seeing what you come up with in such a small shop!

[@PurpleDracos]

I don't play bass or guitar but I really enjoy watching you craft stuff. I think this would be a cool build to incorporate that baritone scale guitar you have been promising as the guitar part. Otherwise a standard 4 string bass on one side and 5/6 string or fretless on the other would be nice fan service for all those bassists out there that waited for the first bass.

[@philippegamache1092]

Build it, yes, yes, yesss!! as always it can only turn out great! I like very mich your videos, getting myself in guitar building, thanks for all your help!

[@CrimsonCustomGuitars]

You can do it!

[@tattooadambelcher]

BEN hope you are keeping safe love the videos you need to build this Star Wars twin neck guitar the plan’s that you designed look amazing

[@CrimsonCustomGuitars]

Thank you.. I do fully intend to build this one day. It will be great fun! B

[@PatonMacD]

Love to see you build the twin neck. I speculate that you will get another one of those shed workshops to be a finishing room!? That would be pretty awesome!

[@rees4232]

You should build a headless twist-neck fretless mixed-scale bass... We might be waiting a while on this one.

[@bmcmus]

Hello from Australia Ben ,please keep making video content as it is keeping me sane (or insane)mate ,good on you ,cheers Brad

[@CrimsonCustomGuitars]

More to come! Stay safe!

[@brianterrill9587]

Tuff Shed has barns of varying sized from garden sheds to prefab houses. And they are in the UK.

[@lEg0l4z]

I just received my crimson guitars stains and finishing oil to finish the chep guitar kit I'm building and modding to learn a bit more about guitar setup and building, so thanks to you guys for helping me do something nice during isolation :)

[@CrimsonCustomGuitars]

It is my pleasure, Have fun with the kit and then rock on! B

[@andrearambaldi4618]

Good job, im'excited to see you build twin neck without bandsaw, stay safe, see you soon

[@paulwhickerthetallvicar]

Thanks for keeping the videos going. Reminds me that its Saturday! You have a lovely location, great relaxing views from the garden. Think we need a long term video of the landscaping of the garden and full workshop build.

[@Runoratsu]

The kitties made this 1000% better! ❤️

[@challeis1]

Awesome Ben. Glad your safe and still having fun 🙏

[@Echo3_]

I want to watch you build it! that is an awesome design!

[@scottfree4100]

Would have loved to see the head stocks in Steinberger style

[@dixonkirsch5340]

I love the idea of a twin neck (guitar and bass) Star Wars theme build; do it!! Your mini work shop is great; similar, although a bit smaller, to mine. Good job.