Great Guitar Build Off 2021 - Episode 3 - Making the Body | Building a Great Guitar from Scratch

In the third video for my entry into the Great Guitar Build Off 2021 it is time to make the Guitar Body.
The Alder body is getting an inlayed Ziricote top and there is a lot of routing to be done for all the cavities and neck pocket.
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[@UnquendorGuitars]

The voting has started. You can support me by visiting greatguitarbuildoff.com/products/daniel-van-veen and click the little heart icon on this page. Thank you very much for your support and helping me to reach my goal of getting into the top ten.

[@tuxuuokeah8558]

Even if you don't have many views and likes on your channel, there are people who love and respect you. Do not stop. You are a cool luthier.

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Tuxuu, Thank you very much. As long as I can come up with video ideas and I am able to I will keep making videos.

[@ninosciorra6312]

Daniel ....my compliments!!! Let the top fitting the body is a very tough job....i can imagine that moment....smile or cry!

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hey Nino, Thank you very much! Yes it really is a smile or cry moment.

[@timkaminski6864]

I watch a lot of different guitar building channels and I have to say that your videos are some of the best. No rambling, bullshitting or trying to sell stuff. Straight to the point! 👌🏻

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Tim, Thank you very much. It's nice read you enjoy my content.

[@bert_b13]

Outer body in the oven, insert in the freezer, slow setting glue to allow the insert to warm and expand into the outer. Sorry, just popped in my brain. This is going to be a fantastic build!

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Bert. That trick works great with metal parts and is often used to shrink fit parts like bearings on an axle, but I don't think the same applies to wood. If you put wood in the oven it most likely shrinks due to the evaporation of the moisture. Same with the freezer... the moisture will expand when frozen. Also if the wood is dried properly, which you need for guitar building, it shouldn't shrink or expand anymore due to temperature changes only. (not taking humidity into account). None the less thank you for your thoughts and the compliment on the build.

[@bert_b13]

@@UnquendorGuitars I saw it used a long time ago with spindles for chairs but the mass of the guitar body probably changes the physics quite a bit. Always good to brainstorm all the ideas!

[@rayrayokmusic]

That is exquisite. I have tried many of those techniques and failed to produce that result. You are truly an impressive builder. Good luck. This is a top contestant in my book.

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hey Ray,. Thank you very much. I really Appreciate your support!

[@gpetheri]

14:05 RHS hole just scraped in.... Loved that inlayed top, very clever use of the templates..

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Glen, Thank you very much.

[@josephbania4564]

I've built over 100 instruments, mostly basses, some guitars and a handful of other. All I have to say is WOW, nice work.

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hey Joseph, Thank you very much for the compliment. I appreciate it a lot.

[@davep2075]

Never seen anything like this. It's amazing. I'm blown away.

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Dave, Thank you very much. I appreciate it.

[@arsenicjones9125]

I’m loving this guitar. That body is so classy and beautiful

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Chad, Thank you very much. Good to hear you like the design.

[@timhallas4275]

I am now a fan. The inlaid top is genius.

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Tim, Thank you very much.

[@ZitherBeast]

The body of your guitar is nice enough by itself, but that top. That is absolutely stunning man. GGBO was one of the BEST things to come out of 2020. Looking sharp.

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi ZitherBeast, Thank you very much. Nice to hear you like it.

[@donstantinople]

That is an absolutely gorgeous looking guitar body, the natural binding looks perfect!

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Joseph, Thank you very much! Nice to read you like the guitar design and wood choices.

[@bertrodriguez3087]

I think this might be your best build ever Daniel. It's coming out perfect. Wow !! Very impressive.

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hey Bert, Thank you very much. It just might be the best one yet. I try to improve myself and the guitars with every build and this one is turning out pretty well.

[@troyhenjamin1144]

Excellent work Daniel. I'm very happy to see you in the build off. You have my vote for the best! I haven't been able to get online very much recently So it's a pleasure to see you building such a beautiful guitar. My hats off to you. Keep up the great work and I hope you take home the trophy 🏆. You build some of the best I've ever seen. Peace brother.

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Troy, Nice to see you again and thank you very much for the compliments and your support.

[@troyhenjamin1144]

@@UnquendorGuitars your welcome. I always love watching your build videos. You are a great guitar builder.

[@mrwaffles1394]

I probably say this every time, but this might be my favorite guitar you've built so far.

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Mr Waffles, Like always, thank you very much. I like to try and improve myself and the guitars with every build. Good to know it also shows on camera.

[@MrMachsonic]

Your videos heal my soul, man.

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Tarkan, Thank you very much for the kind words. I'm pleased to learn you're enjoying my videos as much as you are.

[@patrickkelly142]

OMG what a brilliant way to drop a top!

[@richarddewit6856]

I have been following you for a year now and I see that you are becoming increasingly familiar with your own working method. Much more relaxed unless the top has to be glued into the body. That remains a nerve-racking job. As always a nice piece of craftsmanship

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hey Richard, Thank you very much for the kind words and it was good seeing you again this week. I hope you enjoy your new Guitar!!

[@jimmytree1936]

Unique and meticulous. Your well prepared design and measurements really pay off. I love it!

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Jimmy, Thank you very much!

[@SimonDuffy2]

Another excellent video, Daniel. You have exactly the right balance of building action and description, and your guitar is looking amazing. I think there are a lot in the competition who could benefit from following your format. I hope you get the recognition you deserve.

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Simon, Thank you very much for the kind words and your support. It's nice to read you are enjoying my content and are recognizing the effort it takes to make these videos.

[@mynameisciaran]

Incredible. Considering you were able to make a template with a 1mm expansion that perfectly fit your body (!!), I'm not at all surprised your neck pocket rout worked first time. Beautiful stuff.

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hey Cia ran, Thank you very much! It took some time to get the templates the way the are now, but worth every minute spend. I'm glad to read you're enjoying the build.

[@elanparle]

Bravo! This is by far my favorite build of the GGBO2021. Your methods are so precise and the guitar body came out beautifully. You make me feel like I too can build a guitar. 5 Stars.

[@rauschguitars]

Inlaying a guitar top... you are a madman! Much respect.

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Hand Tool Builds, Maybe a little mad.. but I think it's worth the effort. Thank you for the compliment.

[@rauschguitars]

@@UnquendorGuitars yes, definitely worth it. It looks great!

[@angusmackay7281]

Your skills are top tier. Even more importantly, your designs are unique and beautiful. Thanks for your channel, it's inspirational.

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Angus, Thank you once again for the kind words and compliments. Nice to hear my videos are inspiring to you.

[@mtem7068]

Inlay is incredible

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi MTem, Thank you very much!!

[@juliansuarez3849]

Cool Inlay Dani, so smart!! The body shape, allway cool!

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Julian, Thank you very much!!

[@steveroberts]

Perfection.

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Steve, Thank you!!

[@MightyGodlikeG]

Awesome build so far, really nice looking wood selection, cool small gimmiks like the aluminium dots etc., sympathetic luthier and amazing craftmanship. Keep on going with the project and i'm looking forward to the next part

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi MightyGodlikeG, Thank you very much for the compliments.

[@theneverwas2835]

This guitar is SICK. Meaning, awesome.

[@martinpearson2742]

Daniel, I said your last build (apart from active pups) was my favourite! You have just surpassed it by far! Its stunning!! Please don't use actives in this build but even if you do you have my vote !!!!

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Martin, Thank you very much for your support. I really appreciate it! I'm sorry to say, but this one is also getting Fishman active pickups. Personally I think they sound amazing, are very versatile and have no problems with hum, hiss or anything like that. The technologie for active pickups has improved over the years so they don't sound lifeless anymore. But I do appreciate anyones preference for passive pickups as well.

[@thestorytellersworld8263]

I can't state enough how impressive your build is. Your skill and technique have me pulling my wife into the office every couple of minutes to show her what you are doing. I have never wanted to own a guitar so badly in my life. Sadly, I am currently living in China and aside from location, I am sure I could not afford such an amazing guitar. One day!!! Anyway, thank you for showing off this beautiful guitar.

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi The Storyteller's World, Thank you very much for the compliments. How nice to hear you pulling your wife into your office to watch me work on a guitar. Shipping an instrument to China might prove challenging indeed. Maybe the shipping not so much, but you receiving it in good order. Maybe the day might come at one point. You're always welcome to contact me. You're most welcome and the pleasure is all mine.

[@thestorytellersworld8263]

@@UnquendorGuitars when I move back to the States for sure.Thanks for the kind reply.

[@leewarren]

Breathtakingly beautiful work!

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Lee, Thank you very much!

[@sean4586]

Hi Daniel, Wow what a beautiful guitar. Just found you and have been addicted to your videos. Good luck and you have a new fan from Northampton, Pennsylvania USA.

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Sean, Thank you very much and welcome to the channel. Enjoy the content.

[@trevortrela4765]

I thought the last video was good, inlaying the top is something I have never heard of and it looks amazing!

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Trevor, Thank you very much.

[@SackKickingFatMan]

Those ferrule locations are so clean! Well done

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi SackKickingFatMan, Thank you! I'm pretty pleased myself with how they turned out. It's always a bit scary to do.

[@SackKickingFatMan]

@@UnquendorGuitars Youre welcome! They look great. I always tend to screw them up! But i guess thats what i get for not investing in a pedestal drill.

[@adrienami8958]

Hi Daniel, the Ziricote top is absolute amazing!

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Adrien, Thank you very much.

[@BogdanBacila301]

Again, this is such an amazing build and process, I'm learning so many new small tricks from your workflow, it's fantastic! Thank you for sharing!

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Bogdan, You're welcome! Nice to read you're getting some useful information from my content.

[@corwinwhitehorn7759]

Looks absolutely gorgeous 👍

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Corwin, Thank you very much.

[@philtatnell3685]

You’re a master Daniel! I aspire to be half as good as you one day. Keep up the good work mate!

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hey Phil, Thank you. If you keep practicing and building you should get there I'm sure.

[@FragrantVagrant69]

That is a beautiful design, I love the binding and recessed top. Very unique, I haven't seen that before. Subscribed!

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Graeme83. Thank you very much and welcome to the channel.

[@paul23fitz]

Absolutely beautiful mate. I'm really enjoying your work.

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Paul23 Fitz, Thank you very much, Nice to hear you're enjoying my videos.

[@andrewmundenandcadfellmast4624]

Very nice work Daniel - I can see how inlaying that top would be stressful, but it is worth it to get such a gorgeous look!

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Andrew, Thank you very much. And you are 100% correct. It is both stressful and rewarding at the same time.

[@r.llynch4124]

That is one awesome guitar. The inlay is over the top too. Wish I could build like you do, mucho talent my friend. The only thing I would have changed is installing a top loading bridge.

[@KGB007AGENT]

I would totally buy an "Unquendor Guitar", it's a beautiful masterpiece ... 🙂

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi KGB, Thank you very much I really appreciate it! Send me an email when interested and I'll see what I can do for you.

[@philiphurdwell3443]

Incredible accuracy and stunning guitar all round...good luck

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Philip, Thank you very much!

[@MixingGBP]

Wow, amazing work.

[@KMarieVermeulen]

Another piece of art in the making 👌🏻

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi KMarieVermeulen, Thank you. It wouldn't be possible without you.

[@wadetomczyk8043]

Love the shape

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hey Wade, Thank you very much!

[@dalgguitars]

What fun. Thank you for your videos! That top is gorgeous!

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi DALG Guitars, Once again, Thank you very much for the compliment!

[@jamescrisafulli2140]

Beautiful work. Can't wait for the next episode.

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi James, Thank you very much!

[@mikeivey8471]

Absolutely stunning work , sir !! Love you content !!!

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hey Mike, Thank you very much!!

[@chogumchonsa]

Once again, as one who has severe OCD, I love how your stress of accuracy is evident. That top is just stunning.

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hey Joe, Thanks man! Being accurate is, in my opinion, both the best way to prevent mistakes as much as possible and to get the best guitar possible. Might also be my OCD and what not...

[@robmarmaduke]

I've never seen an inlayed top before, very cool

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hio Rob, Thank you very much. There's a first time for everything they say.

[@realitystudioscustomshop]

Dude, that body is a thing of sculptural beauty... Having started my GGBO build, your attention to detail and accuracy constantly astounds me

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hey Reality Studios Custom Shop, Thank you once again for the compliment. Good luck and have fun building your GGBO entry!

[@realitystudioscustomshop]

@@UnquendorGuitars It is most definitely deserved! Thanks, I am very much enjoying it

[@eldereth]

Absolute amazing, Daniel. You nailed the wood choice as well, beautiful.

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Eldereth, Once again, thank you very much for the support. Nice to hear you approve of the wood choices.

[@robertr4193]

First off I would like to say the guitar body is looking very nice. The only thing I might have done differently if I were to attempt something like this would have been to have routed channels for the wiring before putting the top on other that that looks fantastic. Just would have saved having to now drill through to fit wires and the pickups and switches and pots.

[@johnfrewin7717]

Beautiful, inspirational 👍🎸🇬🇧

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi John, Thank you very much!

[@MikMech]

Now THIS is unique ! Kudos

[@TornelliGuitars]

This looks great, love the idea of inlaying the guitar top 👍

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Cool Wood Italy, Thank you very much. I'm glad to hear you like it.

[@michaelfrancis1]

Cheers from Texas! Love, love this channel!! Extreme detailing. Extreme planning efforts. Outstanding operation! Stellar builder. 🤘😎🤘 Michael Francis

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Michael, Thank you for the kind words and compliments!

[@MrForgelune]

My mondays pleasure, the Unquendor episode. Great work!

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi MrForgelune, Thank you very much. And how nice to hear my videos are part of your Monday routine.

[@serdarkarvan7183]

Looks awesome already!

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Serdar, Thank you very much!

[@denislamadeleine1181]

I wish I knew who gave your video a thumbs down, I give it two thumbs up! Love the body carve.

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Denis, Thank you very much for the support. There's always that one guy... or girl. I'm very fortunate to have such a great bunch of subscribers and very well behaved guests in the comment section. I really appreciate the amount of positivity and support. Thanks.

[@waynewhiteside]

I love the body shape and inlayrd top. Your work is excellent. I'm glad I found your channel.

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Wayne, Thank you very much and welcome to the channel.

[@KenjiMorita]

I always enjoy your movie. Nessa model is unique and cool. I'll save money for getting your guitar!

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Kenji, Thank you very much for the compliment. What a nice prospect to have. Thank you.

[@markpickardlife]

You certainly do excellent work. Good luck in the contest.

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Mark, Thank you very much!!

[@TTveit87]

quality craftsmanship and video editing! thank u and wish you good luck in the build off!

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Torbjørn, Thank you very much. I really appreciate it.

[@projiepaul]

Hi Daniel well done Sir! That looks fabulous! I really enjoy watching your videos. You explain things very clearly and make everything look so easy. And I also enjoy your choice of music! Can't wait to see how it turns out. 😊

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Projiepaul, Thank you very much for the compliments. It is good to hear you are enjoying my videos and the music.

[@sleepymarauder4178]

Great channel. It just makes you want to watch some more :)

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Sleepy Marauder, Thank you very much! There should be somewhere over 50 videos on my channel for you to enjoy so you're more than welcome to watch some more if you like.

[@favrejean-michel1543]

Gorgeous wood, amazing wood work, this guitare will be wonderfull !

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Favre Jean-Michel, Thank you very much! I hope it will be.

[@ronniejarvis2679]

Seriously great work. Looks fantastic

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hey Ronnie, Thank you very much. I appreciate it.

[@jjdillon2007]

Very impressive work, Daniel. 👍

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi JJ, Thanks man!

[@coenraben1054]

Mooi stukje vakwerk.. fijne uitleg.

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Coen, Dankjewel!!

[@axonometri]

Excellent work. Looks awesome!

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Daniel, Thank you very much!

[@rokinrandy]

wow ,I bet that plays and sounds good. And I like that shape.

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Paul, Thank you. It plays and sounds wonderful if I may say so myself. There will be a Demo in episode 6 so keep an eye out for that one.

[@AlexisGuitars]

Beautiful looking guitar! Really enjoying this build

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Alexis, Thank you very much! Nice to hear you're enjoying this series.

[@BekkerGuitar]

Hey Daniel, that's going to be another awesome guitar! I love zircote.... Can't wait to see the end result ❤️

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Bekker Guitar, Thank you very much. Just a few more weeks for the big reveal...

[@danstiverson]

Interesting new concept in making a body. Good stuff!

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hey Dan, Thank you very much!

[@knightyyz]

I think this is my favorite build so far. I love how you inlaid the zircote into the alder. Stunning guitar!

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Knightyyz, Thank you very much. Nice to read you like the design.

[@samilaatikainen4851]

Awesome Daniel! That body is a piece of art.

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Sami, Thank you very much! I appreciate it!

[@davy755]

I have figured out how you make it look so simple. You have totally mad skills! Top job Daniel!

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi David, Thank you very much! I still have a hard time believing it myself to be honest.

[@ewertonneverjerry3538]

Hello from Brazil, i realy love and apreciate yours videos and your technique to build guitar, i´m starting my own processes to make my first guitar and i will use your videos with reference, thank you for the very good content of your channel!!!

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Ewerton, Thank you very much. Nice to read you're getting some useful information from my videos. Have fun and good luck with building your guitar.

[@radovandragun7673]

Crazy...just crazy...

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Radovan, Thank you very much!

[@jimmypenrose1401]

Magnificent work.

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hey Jimmy, Thank you very much.

[@tangomoocow]

Just a thought, when you’re pressing in the top inlay you might be fighting the air trapped underneath because it’s such a tight fit, maybe a small hole drilled where the pickup cavity will be would ease it a bit

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Colin, Thank you for your thinking along with me. However I think the control cavity in the body is sufficient to let the air escape while pressing in the top. It's mostly because of the ridiculous tight fit and the top has to go in as straight down as possible to stop it from jamming in the cavity. It really is a press fit.

[@tangomoocow]

@@UnquendorGuitars ha ha! Completely missed the big hole underneath !

[@mtem7068]

Seeing the neck fit the body so perfectly was so satisfying. Great work yet again!

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi MTem, Thank you. The joint itself fitted perfectly but it amazed me the neck was perfect on the first try.

[@sambeguely1132]

Really great Daniel

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Sam, Thank you very much!

[@ianshortall3356]

Looks amazing... love this build

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Ian, Thank you very much.

[@UCEg7z1wK]

Nice work ! 👍👍👍

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Tony, Thank you!!

[@MaartenAnna]

Mooi man! Dat hout is echt prachtig! Ik ga oefenen, volgend jaar doe ik ook mee 😉

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Maarten, Dank jewel!! Veel plezier met oefenen en alvast succes gewenst!!

[@michaelmenkes8085]

I got sucked in by your inlay work last episode. You should do videos all the time.

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Michael, Thank you very much. Nice to read you're enjoying my videos. I do make weekly videos. Unfortunately I'm not in the position yet where I can work on my guitars and videos full time. I still have to maintain a regular full time job.

[@ADFinlayson]

That's a blood lovely bit of ziricote 😎

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi A D Finlayson Guitars. How are you? How is you build coming along? And yes.. it is very nice piece of Ziricote. And if my wife reads this, which she will, I have to mention she picked it...

[@ADFinlayson]

@@UnquendorGuitars I'm good, my build is coming on well after a bit of a hiatus. Uploaded 2nd episode on Saturday and hoping to have the neck finished next week. I do love ziricote, not the easiest wood to carve though!

[@PeterHBoer]

Dat wordt een mooie gitaar, chapeau!

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Peter, Heel erg bedankt, en ik zal mijn best doen!!

[@paulcumming7438]

Stunning work. Love your vids.

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Paul, Thank you very much!

[@stevefearon9337]

So enjoyed this video. Thankyou

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Steve, Thank you very much and you're welcome!

[@richardgreenwoodjr5263]

Man, really love this guitar...great freakin work!

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Richard, Thank you very much for the compliment!

[@fstopPhotography]

Wow!!! Great video. Thanks.

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Greg, Thank you very much! You're welcome.

[@MakewithJosh]

Love this, nice work mate.

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi J A, Thank you!

[@RicardoMartinez-or1wu]

Dude you are amazing!! Looks so cool your guitar and I love the model!!...I hope one day buy you one of this beautiful pieces of art!!

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Ricardo, Thank you very much. Nice to hear you like this model and you're always welcome when the day comes!

[@RicardoMartinez-or1wu]

@@UnquendorGuitars I hope that day comes soon!! It's really nice the body...wow it's amazing!!...I catch your page and watch an a red one...wow it's so sexy that guitar!!!