Great Guitar Build Off 2021 - Episode 4 - Merging Neck & Body | Building a Great Guitar from Scratch

[@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.

[@MentalDaan]

My apologies for the delay on this episode. I accidentally uploaded an older episode. I hope you all enjoy this one.

[@mynameisciaran]

The way the light bounces off the different angles on the body is just beautiful. And the shot at 13:00 shows the slightly open-pore finish. Amazing.

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Cia, Thank yo very much! Nice to read you like the open pore finish.

[@sidhree]

Just wanted to register that I'm 600th person to like this video and that at the time of writing this there is 0 - I repeat - ZERO people disliking this video. I've never seen anything like it on YT. Well done Daniël!!

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Wallace, Thank you very much! I’m so fortunate with the people watching my videos. Nothing but positive feedback.

[@dawnpsy6663]

I press like before seeing what s coming... Best luthier content on KZbin

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Dawn PSY, Thank you very much for the confidence and support. You might be giving me a little too much credit, but I do appreciate it.

[@angusmackay7281]

The competition may ultimately been won by something more edgy, Daniel, but I doubt there will be any entries that are better built than yours. Stunning work, once again.

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Angus, Thank you very much! I'm afraid you're right. It's often the case with these kind of competitions. If only the viewers and the judges were able to actually see and touch the instruments. If I make it to the top ten by popular vote I'm more than happy. I'm so curious about how my build would be judged by the 'experts'.

[@aipsong]

Stunningly beautiful guitar!! I also prefer the oil finish, so that my hands are in direct contact with the wood. I watched all 4 videos in a row, and your presentation and work are inspiring - thanks!!!

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Aipsong, Thank you very much! Good to hear you're enjoying the series.

[@mrwaffles1394]

Yep, this one is my favorite. The inlaid top is stunning.

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Mr Waffles, Thank you as always this means a lot to me! I know how many of the other builders you try to follow.

[@mrwaffles1394]

@@UnquendorGuitars You'll always be my first. lol

[@ShawnHeath]

This thing is looking excellent. Your video skills are equal to your build skills, so I have no doubt you'll finish in the top 10. Extraordinary work!

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Shawn, Thank you very much for the compliments!

[@Madtenarmy1]

That wood with that finish - absolutely stunning. Great work sir

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Madtenarmy1, Thank you very much!

[@Hazochi]

I think this might be my favourite build of GGBO21 so far. Everything is beautifully designed and meticulous in approach!

[@harriscl100]

Have to agree, one of the best builds both in looks and detail I have seen.

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Harry, Thank you very much for your compliments and support.

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Lou, Thank you.

[@quintyss1290]

Immaculate workmanship and really beautiful.

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hey Quintyss, Thank you very much!

[@RicardoMartinez-or1wu]

Oh My god!! On 2:28 you do something that any guitar player in the world really enjoys and appreciate!! That neck!! Wow😍😍😍 I have one neck thru guitar and it's so sweet play with it...I imagine play one of yours master pieces are amazing, sweet and powerful!! you are a master Luthier dude!! Really enjoy all your videos and you really put time, heart, soul, rock&roll and knowledge !! Thanks for doing this dude!!... can't wait for the next video

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Ricardo, Thank you very much for the compliments and kind words! Nice to read you're enjoying my videos.

[@RicardoMartinez-or1wu]

@@UnquendorGuitars dude you are an amazing Luthier!!...I really love play one of your creations!!...im going to save money so I can buy one of your guitars like in 3 years.......but if you do a "give away" I sure do my best for one guitar...god that neck wow it's Amazing and looks so sweet to play...I love your work!! Keep rocking!!

[@mtem7068]

Man it’s my second time watching this video lol. I swear one day I will buy an Unquendor guitar. Mr. Daniel, you are a Master Luthier and it shows.

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi MTem, Once again, thank you very much for the compliment. I'll be waiting for that day to come and you're more than welcome.

[@KenjiMorita]

Nice Ziricote top looks. I'm looking forward to watching the build complete and listening the tone!

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Kenji, Thank you very much! just 2 more episodes to go...

[@johnstitt2615]

Tools with lasers for precision.....reallllllly nice. ✌️🙂

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hey John, Well... precision might be a strong word. It helps but I wish it was a little more precise for certain jobs to be honest.

[@BogdanBacila301]

That finish looks absolutely amazing, very well done! Everything about this build looks just spot on, can't wait for everything to come together!

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Bogdan, Once again thank you very much!

[@richardpatron9819]

Thats a beautiful wood combo and a very slick body shape. Love it.

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Richard, Thank you very much.

[@andrewmundenandcadfellmast4624]

I also really love an oil finish on wood. Yours looks terrific mate!

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Andrew, Thank you very much!

[@mikeivey8471]

So amazing !! Absolutely stunning !! Can't wait to see the finish product & hear how that beast sounds !!!

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Mike, Thank you very much! Just 2 more episodes to go...

[@williambrotherton9388]

Absolutely, stunningly beautiful.

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hey William, Thank you very much!

[@michaelhumphreys7882]

What a magnificent masculine looking instrument, great work👍

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Michael, Thank you very much!

[@markpickardlife]

The wood is so beautiful.

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Mark, Thank you!

[@borgonianevolution]

True craftsmanship mate. With the finish on it it almost looks edible like a piece of caramel and chocolate candy. I think I learned something about the finishing too. what you are calling light coats looked heavy to me so that makes my finishing coats micro thin. I still have more to do so I may go a touch heavier then I have been as its not shining up like I see others with as many coats. Probably because I put too little on.

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Borgonian Evolution, Thank you very much. That was exactly how I intended it to look. The heaviness of the coats is something you have to develop a feel for and is different with every guitar as the wood soaks up the finish at different rates. I put on just enough for the oil to leave a very thin film on top of the wood to wipe off. Also the type of oil play a huge part in how much you can put on. A penetrating oil can be applied much heavier that a building oil for example. I usually start on the heavy side and with each coat I apply less as the wood gets saturated.

[@howardtowler6146]

Love the shape of the guitar body as well as the double skunk stripe

[@captbuscemi]

Amazing result Daniel, in my opinion the clear frontrunner for the GGBO21! Love your videos, very professionally done, honest and entertaining.

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Capt Buscemi, Thank you very much for the compliments.

[@richardsandson]

I absolutely love it. You certainly get my vote. Bravo, stunning.

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Paul, Thank you very much.

[@ericgiova1663]

Superb instrument. Stunning ! Congratulations on your mastery of the manufacturing process and your knowledge of wood (I don't care about competition though, to me you're a winner). I can't wait to hear it!

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Eric, Although I don't consider myself a master, thank you very much for the compliments. To hear it you have to be a little more patient I'm afraid. There's 2 more episodes to go, but I intend to make it worth the wait...

[@tuxuuokeah8558]

I always enjoy watching your videos. You are a good guy. Hello from Ukraine.

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Tuxuu, Thank you very much for the kind words. Greetings from the Netherlands.

[@johnm9941]

Beautiful guitar! Incredible craftsmanship!

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi John, Thank you very much!

[@ZitherBeast]

Absolutely STUNNING.

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hey ZitherBeast, Thank you very much!

[@martenvanderee7841]

I was privileged to visit your workshop on an earlier occasion. Just want to tell the world Daniël, that your builds not only look astonishing with the hard wax/oil finish, but also feel very comfortable. Keep up the good work, hope you win the competition.

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Marten, You're always welcome to drop by and thank you very much for the compliment and shoutout.

[@sean4586]

Wow! Just gorgeous! I'm thrilled to have found your site. You are an amazing woodworker. Also you do great film work too. Thanks

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Sean, Thank you very much for the compliments and welcome to the channel.

[@insufferablethrashelitist9305]

Gorgeous work! Can't wait to see and hear the finished product. I'm very much enjoying your videos.

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Insufferable Trash Elitist, Thank you very much for the compliments.

[@Colhogan06]

I have looked at, oh maybe 8 guitars in the competition so far. Up to this point, I really like what you have done with this guitar the most. It is a very nice instrument, and really beautiful!! You can see that a lot of care went into building it.

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi SFC - MP Corp Thank you very much!

[@john.galbraith]

Looking great. I’m loving this series.

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hey John, Thank you very much.

[@kirkscobey3031]

You just gained a subscriber! I’ve been mulling over this idea for a long time!! I would’ve preferred a 3x3 headstock personally. At this point you’ve got my vote! Good luck!!

[@UnquendorGuitars]

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

[@elanparle]

Great attention to detail. Beautiful guitar. And great presentation for your videos. Cheers.

[@joaquinrodriguez206]

This turned up yo be my favorite one of all the ggbo

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Joaquin, Thank you very much, that's good to hear.

[@smartmammal9926]

Beautiful! Enjoyed watching the process.

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Smartmammal, Thank you very much!

[@alancrossley4461]

I’m not a fan of the design of your guitar, but that’s not relevant to my comments, just personal preference. However, the quality of your workmanship is simply outstanding! The finish is exquisite, and the materials used beautiful. What ever the results of the competition you are a very serious, highly skilled luthier , deserving a gold medal in any arena. Magnificent.

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Alan, Thank you very much for your honest opinion and kind words. Luckily for the world tastes differ, which is a good thing. I think you might like my single cut model instead.

[@coenraben1054]

Bij het finishen is geduld ook inderdaad mijn probleem. Ik heb dit tot nu toe met spuitlak gedaan..Je wilt te snel de volgende laag doen, waardoor er druppels of zakkers ontstaan. En dat is bijna niet meer goed te krijgen tenzij je alles weer kaal schuurt. Maar met hardwax is inderdaad een mooie oplossing. Ik leer veel van jou... topvakman.!

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hio Coen, Heel erg bedankt! Ja bij het afwerken is geduld echt een schone zaak, hoe moeilijk dat soms ook is. Dit is ook met hard wax olie het geval. Ook dat moet, in mijn geval, bij iedere laag minimaal 16 uur drogen voor de volgende erop kan en dan nog eens 7-14 dagen wachten tot het helemaal hard is.

[@Q3ToPBuZz]

Simply stunning my friend. Beautiful.

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Old'n'Cynical, Thank you very much!

[@toeffimz]

What a wonderful guitar! A masterpiece!!! 😎👍

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Christoph, Thank you very much!

[@pierrelacoste9251]

AH OK MRS GUITAR MAGIC JEWELL....THIS GUITAR SOLYDBODY IS REALLY A BEAUTIFUL JEWELL INSIDE A DREAM OF RARE HANDMADE GUITAR......NATURAL FINISH PROBABLY KILL ME ALL THE TIME LONG!!!!???!😅👌👌✌✌✌😀😀😀😀👏👏👏👏👏👍👍👍👍😄🙏🙏🕇

[@dalgguitars]

Beautiful! Right choice for the finish.

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi DALG Guitars, Thank you very much!!

[@robertgagnon2947]

Man, I love this build. Very nice workmanship.

[@UnquendorGuitars]

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

[@CoraTreeCustomGuitars]

6:16 Daniel, you have a GHOST!

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Cora Tree Custom Guitars, Oh... wow that didn't show up in my editing software. I think it's the transition The funny thing is my house actually is haunted... or at least if you believe in such things. Haven't noticed it in the shed though.

[@berberlowish]

Absolutely gorgeous guitar, I will definitely copy the inlayed top someday... Stuning work, awesome design and great videos... Keep up the good work

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Bernardo, Thank you very much for the compliments. And you're welcome to copy the inlayed top.

[@festushaggen2563]

👍🏻 #604 Absolutely gorgeous guitar. Great job.

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Trucker_Pete, Thank you very much!

[@elisalazar3064]

Great Craftsmanship!! So Amazing!!

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Eli, Thank you. I really appreciate it.

[@jessijamesguitars7502]

Nice work Dan as always, all the best . JJ

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi JJ, As always, thank you very much!

[@davy755]

Knocked it totally out of the park Daniel! Can't wait 'til Monday!

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi David, Thank you very much! 2 more episodes to go... just a little more patience.

[@denislamadeleine1181]

Wow! Thats all I have to say Daniel.

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Denis, Thank you very much!!

[@claudevieaul1465]

That's a stunner.... 👍 Tof klusje Dan! 😀

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Gerald, Thank you! En Bedankt!!

[@Ramplcro]

Beautiful! Well done.

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Nick, Thank you very much!

[@richarddewit6856]

As always a nice piece of craftsmanship.

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Richard, As always, thank you very much for the support!!

[@sufianmusiran2434]

this is 1 thing tat i like abt your channel. Awesome job meticulous thinker before installing the hardware.

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Sufian, Thank you very much.

[@Ruddigore]

This is one super-duper build.

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Christopher, Thank you very much!

[@michaelundrell3288]

Wow. Beautiful looking guitar 🙂

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Michael, Thank you very much!

[@shp111]

Beautiful Work!

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi shp111, Thanks!!

[@noelgrant-henderson1950]

Excellent work!🎸

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hey Noel, Thank you very much!

[@wishchris]

What a smashing guitar!

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi WishChris, Thank you very much!

[@chogumchonsa]

As always, a fantastic job.

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hey Joe, Once again, thank you for the support.

[@TornelliGuitars]

Beautiful work, as always 👍

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Cool Wood Italy, As always, thank you!

[@jeffpricefamily3905]

I don't know what that is but, IT LOOKS A HELL OF LOT BETTER THAN A GUITAR !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I'd like to have one !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@daveredfern8258]

Just love your guitars brother. Unfortunately, out of my price range. You have inspired me to make my own. So, thank you. 🙏😊👍

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Dave, Thank you very much. That is understandable and I wish you good luck and a lot of fun with your own build.

[@ianshortall3356]

amazing work!!!

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Ian, Thank you very much!

[@jonahguitarguy]

Looks amazing Daniel! I always wax my necks the feel is the best.

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Dane, Thank you. Yeah... nothing beats a proper waxed neck in my opinion.

[@realitystudioscustomshop]

that is going to be a damn fine looking guitar

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Reality Studios Custom Shop, Thank you. I'm glad you like it.

[@pasit1738]

That is such a beautiful guitar!

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Pasi T, Thank you very much!

[@knightyyz]

Stunning guitar!

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Knightyyz, Thank you once again!

[@mtem7068]

Looking good! Love the Fishman fluences in there. On another note, just received my Unquendor shirt! Please add zipless hoodies! I want 5 haha. Cheers Daniel. Always great content.

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi MTem, Thank you very much for the compliment and your support! Done... Hoodies are now available from my TeeSpring store.

[@MaartenAnna]

Wauw deze wordt echt zoooo mooi!

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Maarten, Heel erg bedankt. Leuk om te lezen dat je het een mooie gitaar vind.

[@edadpops1709]

Stunning

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Edad, Thanks!

[@ted9876]

God this guitar is beautiful.

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Ted, Thank you very much. I really appreciate it!

[@BoneheadGuitars]

Yours and 4th Ave’s builds are my favorites this year. Really gorgeous work.

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Bonehead Guitars, Thank you very much. Your builds are also coming along nicely isn't it? I'm terribly sorry for not having the time to watch much of your videos myself.

[@BoneheadGuitars]

@@UnquendorGuitars oh yeah things are going well. But I see two build in particular that stand out and yours is one. Beautiful.

[@WDeeGee1]

Love the gloss!

[@andrewbarker9773]

you have done a beautiful job, really nice guitar

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Andrew, Thank you very much!

[@alanblott4559]

The build just gets better and better. Thank you for sharing you skills and love for these products. This build is one of my favourite creations from this year's GGBO. Thank you

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Alan, Thank you very much for the compliments and kind words. I'm happy to share my experiences from the workshop with you all.

[@coulos1971]

Great guitar. Congrats.

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Salvador, Thank you!

[@rudybigboote3883]

Absolutely stunning work of art! I also prefer a natural, open pore finish on my guitars. Cant wait to see the final product! 👍🏻👍🏻

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Mr. Rudy, Thank you very much! The final video will go live on Monday 31 May 18:00 CET if you're interested.

[@saltagliamonte5241]

Amazing work meticulous detail

[@Pete1390SDR]

Stunning !

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Pete, Thank you!

[@reedfail7640]

Awesome job,, beautiful guitar 🤘🤘

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Reed, Thank you.

[@jamesh5460]

Super nice!

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi James, Thank you very much!

[@estevanquezada1952]

Another great video! Thank you!

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Estevan, Thank you very much and you're welcome.

[@adamschwartz484]

Your guitars are beautiful, sir!

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Adam, Thank you very much.

[@drewclifford5785]

awesome dude im loving your work , stunning guitar

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Drew, Thank you very much!

[@drewclifford5785]

@@UnquendorGuitars no worries just keep doing what your doing lol

[@thierryholweck6883]

Congratulations, it is a wonderfull guitar !

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Thierry, Thank you very much!

[@christoddheartogold]

Beautiful finish!

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Chris, Again, thank you very much!

[@BrassGrain]

man, it looks amazing, congrats

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Brass & Grain, Thank you very much!

[@CallMe_DrWorm]

Yes....I've been waiting for this one. Awesome stuff Daniel! Best of luck in the competition!

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hey Dr. Worm, Thank you very much. I appreciate it a lot.

[@papablue3015]

Very nice!!

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Papa Blue, Thank you very much.

[@doctoribanez]

Super nice. I would love one of these over a custom shop big brand something.

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Richie, Thank you very much. I really appreciate it a lot!

[@christophecapon8626]

Looking forward to hearing how it sounds. This guitar is beautiful.

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hey Christophe, Thank you very much. The idea is to have a little demo in episode #6 so keep your eyes and ears out for that one.

[@christophecapon8626]

@@UnquendorGuitars can't wait. 🤘

[@rauschguitars]

That finish looks incredible! Well done man, I appreciate your attention to detail. It's really inspiring.

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Hand Tool Builds, As always, thank you very much!

[@sambeguely1132]

Awesome

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi Sam, Thank you.

[@johnstitt2615]

Dutch dude with a happy twinkle in his eye making a sexy guitar. I like it.

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hi John, Thank you very much for the compliments.

[@linadecaseleycarloss5838]

I will be seriously unhappy if this does not win!!!

[@UnquendorGuitars]

Hey Ade, Thank you very much. I really hope to reach the top ten and get judged by the official judges and get their opinion. Winning would also be very nice, but not my main goal...