Canary & Olive wood Guitar Build | Ep.2 Making neck & body

[@ChrisFranklyn]

I agree, matching top and back do add a special touch there, and that's a lovely neck carve.

[@TornelliGuitars]

Thanks Chris, I’m really getting into the heel carving thing, it’s addictive!👍

[@SweetTGuitars]

Brother, that is a beautiful guitar. I love everything about it. Really great job. Thank you so much for the killer shout out too!!✌️🤍

[@TornelliGuitars]

Thanks my friend, and it’s less than you do for me so you are very welcome! 👍

[@kibscott6096]

Wow, that is beautiful, I love the colors and grain lines. Absolutely gorgeous, thank you for sharing it

[@TornelliGuitars]

Thank you for the kind comment 👍

[@psnaith1]

the canary wood top has amazing grain! Great looking build!

[@TornelliGuitars]

Thanks once again Pete, it means a lot 👍

[@miketurner1768]

Once again, Gio, a stunning build, and the back and top are amazing. It's most therapeutic watching your relaxed and thought out mind set. Yes, keep the matching top and back idea for sure. Great work, my friend. You just made my day a whole lot brighter. Will we see it with all hardware fitted.?..Cheers Mike. 👍🎸🎸🎸🎸

[@TornelliGuitars]

That’s so kind Mike, thanks my friend. Yes you’ll definitely see it with the hardware, all finished and a sound demo. I’m really loving the matching top and back too so I plan to do more of these. 👍

[@georgesbou1]

Realy stunning , you always have a impressive choice of woods , it's a real pleasure watching you build guitars , thank you very much .

[@TornelliGuitars]

Thank you for your continued support Georges, I really appreciate it my friend 👍

[@eklypse69]

I agree with you on the matching top & back. It looks incredible!

[@TornelliGuitars]

Thanks Jackson, I appreciate it! I’ve been following the V build closely, it’s really coming along, looking forward to it!👍

[@duanehill4911]

Envy and applause! What more could I add? True skill and art.

[@TornelliGuitars]

That’s really kind man, thank you 🙏

[@joseantoniofernandez7309]

Just love your no-rush approach, man. I can't get enough of it. Super cool

[@TornelliGuitars]

I really appreciate the kind comment, thank you 🙏

[@ghosthawk65]

Magnificent!

[@TornelliGuitars]

Thanks once again, that’s very kind!👍

[@danandratis]

Guitar is beautiful, waiting to see the finish - Gio really like the matching top and back, and the heel is a keeper I really like that olive wood! - Cheers from Canada

[@TornelliGuitars]

Thanks Dan I’m glad you like it, I feel the same about the matching top and back and I’ve always loved olive, particularly for a fretboard!👍

[@Stephen_M.]

Absolutely beautiful! Looking forward to seeing the wood with the finish on it! I have a feeling it's going to be incredible!

[@TornelliGuitars]

Thanks Stephen, I’m really itching to get the finish on now! My test piece looks great 😀👍

[@carltonmacksam6956]

Quite beautiful! I'm eagerly awaiting the finished look.

[@TornelliGuitars]

Thanks Carlton, I really appreciate the kind comment. I’m itching to get finish on this one too!

[@phoenixroyalsuk414]

That is just beautiful….love the top and bottom and love the carve….just looks super premium and I love the sound of the finish so looking forward to that video!

[@TornelliGuitars]

What a great comment, thank you! I really appreciate the feedback and I’m looking forward to getting the finish and assembly done on this one too 👍

[@wobamusic]

I really like your passion and accuracy you put in your work. That's why your instruments are unique and look just great. Mille grazie e tanti saluti dalla Germania

[@TornelliGuitars]

Vielen Dank Wolfgang! ich freue mich sehr über Ihre Unterstützung und Ihren Kommentar 👍

[@adamauzmendi7851]

Absolutely gorgeous as always my friend, i always find your videos really relaxing😊

[@TornelliGuitars]

Thank you my friend, I really appreciate your support 👍

[@jonahguitarguy]

Very beautiful!! Your wood choice as always is fantastic. Gonna be a beautiful screamer!

[@TornelliGuitars]

Thanks Dane, I appreciate it my friend, I can’t wait to get this one finished now 👍

[@tomking8315]

another great looking guitar! im really liking how on the last couple of builds you have matching binding on the neck and the body of the guitar, also the matching from and back 'tops' really gives it a great custom look, cant wait to hear how this one sounds

[@TornelliGuitars]

Thanks Tom, I agree, I really like the look of both the binding and matching top and back. This is something I’ll do more of. Any yes, there will be a sound demo!👍

[@jankoel5766]

Wow! I love the combinations of the woods, they comlpete eachother. And I would definetly not use colour on these great looking woods. I think your setup is great as always and I am very curious how she will sound. Can't wait. Again, she is stunning, also the disign.

[@TornelliGuitars]

Thanks once again Jan, I can’t wait to get the finish on now and get it assembled!👍

[@bigkahuna100]

That guitar is beautiful, brother! I adore the figuring in that wood. Cheers!

[@TornelliGuitars]

Thanks once again my friend for your continued support and another kind comment, it means a lot!👍

[@bigkahuna100]

​@TornelliGuitars It's truly my pleasure! I think that double cut shape on this is my favorite I've seen you build. I still drool over that apple wood you had on the other one, though.

[@fatpotanga]

Love that Gio. As ever it’s like watching a surgeon! The matching back and top really sing, as ever, utterly gorgeous woods. Surprised me seeing another set neck as I know you like bolt ons, but it looks really cool with the stacked woods and really comfy. A set neck is on my list of possible Things To Try Next Time. I really like the decision to end the binding at the heel, thats actually quite freeing and in particular at the nut, as i always find that binding transition between nut and headstock a bit of a pig to get right. I often find myself whizzing your vids back a few seconds such as the way you used that small ruler to mark out the heel shape. All in all - as they say in France- Hoopla!

[@TornelliGuitars]

Thanks once again Jamie. I love the back and top too and also I really enjoyed carving that heel. You’re right I do tend to prefer bolt ons personally but I have discovered this past year that people do generally tend to prefer, and be willing to pay more for a set neck guitar. It’s not really something I think I should shy away from given that I’m building them to sell, so I thought I’d find a way of making it as interesting, comfy and unique as I could and incorporate it into more of my builds. I’m glad you still pick up useful bits here and there too, I’m hoping we’re going to have a new vid from you soon!😀

[@Doug-Niven]

Beautiful Gio. The matched top and back looks fantastic

[@TornelliGuitars]

Thanks you my friend!👍

[@brettmarlar4154]

That Canary top and back idea is great! Normally I would love to see something like that stained in a burst type finish. But that specimen would be criminal to do any coloring. That grain pattern is positively gorgeous!

[@TornelliGuitars]

Thanks for such a kind comment, I really appreciate it!👍

[@Furtheronmusic]

Super build. It looks absolutely fabulous so far.

[@TornelliGuitars]

Thanks Graham, I appreciate it!👍

[@Furtheronmusic]

I definitely like the top and back matching definitely agree with you looks really classy.

[@tambourinetom]

Absolutely beautiful! You always inspire me

[@TornelliGuitars]

What a great comment, thank you my friend 👍

[@bhartissimo]

The matching top and back are very nice, as is the heel you've carved. Nice work, Gio!

[@TornelliGuitars]

Thanks Bart, I’ve just watched your latest vid, great job my friend!👍

[@bhartissimo]

@@TornelliGuitars Thanks.

[@ICU2B4UDO]

I like the idea of matching sides and the different off-beat woods is a nice touch...Subbed

[@TornelliGuitars]

I really appreciate the kind comment and the sub, thanks for the support!👍

[@ICU2B4UDO]

@@TornelliGuitars I wouldn't have said it if I didn't mean it, and I enjoy subbing to people who ACTUALLY know what they're doing! 👍

[@gab5450]

I've seen your other videos and I must say that the olive wood is stunning it almost looks like some kind of rosewood .

[@TornelliGuitars]

Thanks, I love the olive too, it’s probably my favourite fretboard wood because there’s so much detail and colour to the grain. Thanks for watching!👍

[@gab5450]

And of course the wonderful thing is that as long as there are olive orchards there be olivewood .@@TornelliGuitars

[@imherkhan]

Elegant n gorgeous as usual mate

[@TornelliGuitars]

Thanks my friend, I really appreciate the support!👍

[@barrychristian4050]

Looking awesome as always Gio 👍

[@TornelliGuitars]

Thanks Barry, your support is much appreciated my friend 👍

[@34guitars]

Looks fantastic Gio! You know I’m a fan of a matching top and back with a different middle. I really like the neck/heel transition. I can’t wait to see the finished guitar. Nice job!

[@TornelliGuitars]

Thank you Dave, I really appreciate that. I love the walnut guitar my friend 👍

[@34guitars]

Thanks Gio! I forgot to ask, how are you attaching the binding? Acetone? Thanks

[@TornelliGuitars]

@@34guitars yes always acetone, it’s the cleanest way by far.

[@seanjoynt2605]

I prefer a double cut away and this does not disappoint. The shape of the back half reminds me just a little of a mosrite (I hope I spelled that correctly). The bookmatch in the grain is very nice as well.

[@TornelliGuitars]

Thanks Sean, I’m glad you like the shape, I know what you mean about the mosrite 👍

[@larsgrapeguitars]

The double top look amazing! One time I need to try the double binding, it give the guitar a very sharp look! Great work!

[@TornelliGuitars]

Thanks Lars I’m enjoying your build too!👍

[@CamSting5150]

Very nice Gio, I agree with the many comments already that the matching binding and front and back give it a beautiful look. Love the wood choices. I discovered you through Todd a little while back and just getting caught up on your videos, love your work. Cheers from Paradise, Newfoundland

[@TornelliGuitars]

Welcome and thanks for the support, I really appreciate it! Todd and I will be starting another collaboration build series shortly so hopefully you’ll join us for that and let us know what you think 👍

[@calbrockocat8728]

Matching the top and bottom like that is genius! And that olive fretboard with its textures is simply beautiful. The shades of colour makes this a style that would look great with black or white binding. The canary really sings. Wonderful work!

[@TornelliGuitars]

Thankyou Cal, I really appreciate it. I love the matching top and back too, I may have to try and do this as much as possible. 👍

[@peterdavenport5882]

The wood choice is excellent, so much character. I also love your detailed but relaxed presentation too. As a matter of interest, what is the Body material thickness and top and back thickness’s. It looks chunky, but that could be the camera close up angle. Great Job!

[@TornelliGuitars]

Thanks I really appreciate the kind comment, its 45mm overall, the back and top are slightly different thickness (5mm and 6mm) but the binding is exactly the same (6mm) so you don’t see any difference, they’re both covered on the side 👍

[@dnizy]

You knocked it out the park again. Utterly gorgeous guitar. Loving the wood choices as always. I love the idea of a matching top and back. In fact I've been planning to do just that for my next build (for next years GGBO). Quite different to how you've done it though.

[@TornelliGuitars]

Thanks buddy, I really appreciate it and go for it, I’m so glad I used the top and back!👍

[@robertr4193]

The only down side of having the top and back made of the same wood is the fact that the pretty back won't be seen much. I like the olive wood on the fret board it works well with the Canary wood. Don't see walnut used in a guitar neck much but it look good in this build doing pretty well so far.

[@TornelliGuitars]

That’s a valid point Robert, don’t think I didn’t consider it, but I thought it was a nice touch. Thanks for watching my friend 👍

[@nsjguitarsakascotsman6989]

Guitar looks sweet as usual! But, I'm waiting on you doing a guitar with all the carves and an angled headstock lol Ps, bolt on, set neck or neck through are all great! I've owned all and I've built all and I love them all. No point in ruining these things with stupid pointles debates imo.

[@TornelliGuitars]

Thanks Neil, I’ll get to the carves but the angled headstock I’m not so sure!😂

[@borgonianevolution]

GIO!!! Brother!! I was in love with this the second I saw you matching the top and back. I originally thought you made an editing mistake and put the same segment in back to back, I liked the look pre binding but that combo really works well. I flashed back to carving that add in piece for the BRS when I bought the set neck body and bolt on neck fo0r that build and had to adapt. Showing the four layers looks pretty cool where I hid mine under dark stain.. THANK YOU thank you thank you. PLEASE keep those color settings. That worked perfect for my eyes and I can now enjoy every little detail you put into your builds. I know you had to have spent serious time to do that with the lighting conditions in your shop mate. Seeing the finish go on will be like that moment where the sky opens up after a bad storm and the light rays start shining thru like Angels are on their way or something.

[@TornelliGuitars]

BILL! 😂😂 I did the colour for you my friend, it was little tricky and I’ll need to change it each time depending on the sunlight because I went too far the other way initially, but I’ll make sure it’s right at least for the guitar reveal and close up part of each vid, how’s that? For the working parts of the vid I like the way the sunlight in the shop adds a nice ambience. Thanks once again for another kind comment. I really like the look of a matching top and back and the stacked heel too. I’ll definitely experiment more. Btw your Les Paul project looks and sounds great my friend 👍

[@borgonianevolution]

@@TornelliGuitars I kind of figured you made the effort to shut me up! 🤣🤣 Again Thank you sir. I know how fiddly lighting can be. Honestly just for the reveal is more than enough mate. I don't expect you to do that every video just for my sake. As for the LP thank you once again. It needs some teaks n such.. It REALLY needs some fall away for sure. I didn't do anything to the frets on that to start as they are super thin and tiny already.

[@TornelliGuitars]

@@borgonianevolution that’s a wise move, if there’s very little left on them you could end up with a bit of a headache. Looking forward to your next build now, is it imminent?

[@borgonianevolution]

@@TornelliGuitars I think there is just enough left on the frets to do the fall away. I may shim the nut up a few thousandths so I can drop the action just a smidge. It should become a shredder after that if I can pull it off... (not that I can play like that) Yes I still have my plan for the GGBO I wanted to do and will start that over winter. Weather is getting colder so no use officially entering this year because I wont be able to paint it til spring. that will give me time over winter to really practice my airbrush skills with the water colors inside. Lotta little "Catch up" projects will also be done over winter.

[@EntropiaGuitars]

Beautiful instrument Gio, my love affair with olive wood continues looking at this - and the top and back are very smart. There's something nice about that 'sandwich' of woods. I just realised today you're probably the only Luthier I follow who doesn't use a bandsaw, the Jigsaw is a great touch for people watching - keeps it simple, and still effective. Are you going to SoundExpo next month?

[@TornelliGuitars]

Thanks Owen, I love olive too, it’s my favourite fretboard wood for sure. I hadn’t really thought about the jigsaw/bandsaw thing from a viewer point of view. I’ve just always felt more comfortable with the jigsaw. I don’t know what soundexpo is, I’ll look it up.

[@EntropiaGuitars]

@@TornelliGuitars It's a music show in Pescara in about 2 weeks time at the weekend. I'll be there (Provided I don't crash on the way down from France) ...

[@TornelliGuitars]

@@EntropiaGuitars Great, I’ll see if I can make it.

[@jimclark7917]

Sell me that guitar! Awesome work!

[@TornelliGuitars]

Thanks Jim! Everything I make is for sale so if you’d like it it’s yours. Feel free to contact me via email or IG if you want to reserve it 😀👍

[@VerneKonig]

Amazing...would you ever build an acoustic...if so I would be very interested

[@TornelliGuitars]

@@VerneKonig that’s very kind thank you. I would love to build an acoustic but I’d definitely need to make a few before I’d be willing to charge someone for one. Thanks for the support and taking the time to leave a kind comment. 👍

[@timdone1902]

I’ve been away so have been looking forward to catching up with your build. What a relaxing and informative production. I love the wood choice and double binding. I notice you didn’t do any weight relief. What is the finished body thickness?

[@TornelliGuitars]

Thanks once again Tim. No I didn’t do any relief, the okoume is very light so I wanted to know what a solid body would weigh first time round. It’s 45mm thick which is about as thick as I like to go, usually somewhere between 42-43mm is what I do. I’ll weight the finished guitar and make sure to add it into the vid 👍

[@timdone1902]

I thought it looked a bit chunkier than usual. But I guess it needs that with the binding. I’ve just thicknessed some mahogany from an old fireplace that I’ve had for 30 years. It was meant for a rocking horse but wasn’t wide enough. It’s enough for 3 bodies with different thickness tops. I may do a back and front after seeing this one. 👌

[@TornelliGuitars]

@@timdone1902 oh yes go for it, I love the look of a top and back now!👍