How to refinish Gibson Les Paul R9 [PART 2]

PART 2
So, the soft, thick and sticky factory Gibson nitro lacquer is completely removed and now I can start painting with varnishes and dyes. For this project, I'll be using lacquers and stains from Nitrolac, a company that makes amazing materials for finishing guitars. I have already tested all the materials that they sent me and you can see the results in the previous videos.
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PART 1: • Gibson Les Paul R9 ref...
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[@GrahamB64]

You sir, are an artist! Can't wait to see the finished guitar. Great work!

[@8BombCustom]

Thank you

[@davidowen2919]

My comment was not meant as disrespectful to anyone. You sir, are one of the gifted few. All im saying is that i have owned both Asian finishes and US finishes since the 1970's. I am happy with everything i own and am not particularly convinced it makes a difference. Yes, 3 Gibsons and a list of other ones i don't have room for. Keep going Mr. 8... impressive

[@8BombCustom]

Thank you

[@juanmacaceres2702]

I already knew that Gibson's modern lacquer wasn't as pure as the original 50s, but damn! Now I want to refinish mine ASAP

[@stephenharrison7514]

If people are paying Custom Shop prices this is the level of workmanship and materials they should expect.

[@juanmacaceres2702]

@@stephenharrison7514 I totally agree, but the thing about plasticizers is that(among other reasons) purer nitro like in the 50s can't be used comercially in numbers as big as Gibson would because of the gas pollition

[@mattrogers1946]

The EPA won't allow you to finish a guitar the same way they did in the 50s.

[@stephenharrison7514]

I believe that the Murphy Lab is using a lacquer that has very similar properties as early finishes, surely the Custom Shop should be using the same product? They aren't exactly cheap.

[@SDPickups]

@@stephenharrison7514 Never from Gibson.

[@rockers2rockers616]

Show me anyone better than Dr Nitro? His skill with colour is superb.

[@8BombCustom]

Thank you 😊

[@nightsdew8136]

I watched both parts now and this is just awesome work. I had watched 7-8 other videos before, including secrets of 59, and refinish projects. You are a source of knowledge my friend. I wish I could have more conversations as I'm sure I could learn more from you.

[@8BombCustom]

Thank you

[@rokugen69]

I'm looking forward to seeing how the new paint will turn out.

[@bridge500t]

Love watching the process and progress. Great video!

[@8BombCustom]

Thank you

[@RedRose4711]

Fantastic job.Great to watch the whole process.

[@8BombCustom]

Thank you

[@ericsfc1ea.16]

Nice color build/burst & sandout, look forward to see the final sand/polish and deep shine. Nice work!

[@8BombCustom]

Thank you

[@petermichalowski]

Amazing work. I love watching your clips.

[@8BombCustom]

Thank you

[@davidsharp3110]

Excellent work! So great to watch your work.

[@8BombCustom]

Thank you

[@dalepiwek]

Dude the masking tape funnel for the lacquer, beautiful idea🤘🤘

[@alihabibzadeh16]

Вы предоставили одно из лучших видео о гитаре, которое только можно было снять. В этом процессе отчетливо прослеживается сочетание творчества, страсти и настойчивости. Я и все любители гитары благодарим вас за контент, который вы публикуете на KZbin. Это было очень красиво и необычно. Ждем финальную часть этого процесса, потому что это очень приятно и красиво.♥🤝🖤 (Я использовал Google Translate, чтобы написать этот текст)

[@8BombCustom]

Thank you!

[@WarmachineCAN]

Fantastic job, as always!! Your English is really coming along nicely too! Well done!

[@8BombCustom]

Thank you!

[@nutellica85]

Well done dude, keep going like that 👍🏽

[@8BombCustom]

@@nutellica85 Thank you

[@johnwhitaker545]

The people at Gibson should bring you onboard. The only reasons I won’t buy Gibsons anymore is they are overly priced and just… sticky. They feel so user unfriendly to play. Nice work. That’s a stunning finish

[@8BombCustom]

@@johnwhitaker545 Thank you

[@CAGED1702]

I watched Part 1, very interesting to see how the original lacquer peeled off. Can't wait to see Part 3! Keep up the good work! 👏

[@8BombCustom]

Thank you

[@robertmcmahon1807]

Man is a freakin' ARTIST!

[@OUTTATIMEMTL]

amazing job sir! I would be mad if my Les Paul would do this

[@ChadwickRider]

You do awesome work!

[@8BombCustom]

Thank you

[@666Sloth]

Awesome as usual. Bravo!

[@8BombCustom]

Thank you

[@David-wf4wc]

Your 1st video is like an audit of Gibson's process. Glad you put this kind of content up. I hope to get mine done. The top is amazing and I think they missed the mark in highlighting it as well as the color (Slow Iced Tea). Nice tones but it would be better if the finish was alive like originals were and could change as its environment dictates.

[@geraldponce8336]

Great job. Coming along nicely

[@8BombCustom]

Thank you

[@bigmike2149]

Wow! Incredible attention to detail and craftsmanship. Bravo!!!! Just sub’d 👍🏻

[@8BombCustom]

Thank you

[@benharwood7417]

Another great video! Keep up the great work my friend.

[@8BombCustom]

Thank you

[@GerryBlue]

Amazing job, a true artist

[@8BombCustom]

Thank you

[@toshsqeez]

I like just before sunburst 🖖

[@frankpfau9054]

great work and awesome dedication! 🍀👍🏻🍀

[@8BombCustom]

Thank you

[@elephantfootrisers]

Nice job on the sunburst!

[@8BombCustom]

Thank you

[@rediryou]

Oh man I wish you were in the USA because I got one that needs to be done.

[@6xcchamber971]

Why put the dye on if it is just going to fade away? Is this the only way to get the end desired result??? B

[@Zubarev09]

Ты удивительный, очень талантливый человек! Я горжусь тем, что я знаком с тобой!!!!😍😍😍

[@8BombCustom]

Спасибо бро!

[@SantaAgain77]

14:50 )))) скотч на грифе ))) обнимаю тебя чел ))) God bless ))

[@thestrum71]

Always amazing!!

[@8BombCustom]

Thank you

[@OkomailkakJR907]

Once you've got down to the clear coat, how long did you wait for the other layers?.

[@8BombCustom]

@@OkomailkakJR907 10 minutes

[@VoVikoktotororL]

Awesome! This is so interesting!

[@8BombCustom]

Thank you

[@bigtuna6463]

You do some great videos on finishing guitars and all your content thank you friend wish you could refinish my lp and age it.

[@8BombCustom]

Thank you

[@chesneytube1]

Looks amazing! Talking to you in the comments of your last video you said Gibson is checking to stop you from repainting their guitars… how is it possible they can do that?

[@8BombCustom]

It is impossible 😁 I probably should have been scared. But in recent years, other things have scared me. There was so much fear that I gained immunity.

[@GuitarQuackery]

I'm glad I discovered your channel. Now I want to send all my Gibson LP's to you for refinishing, LOL. How closely does your font match the font of the original serial number?

[@8BombCustom]

Thank you. My sn stamp is exact copy of vintage numbers

[@giulioluzzardi7632]

Fantastic, you managed to get the colour and the wood to meld together. You must have studied "The secrets if colours" from the restorers of old paintings and if you did'nt then you are a serious talent. Your passion is inspiring. How long does a job like that take to complete? I tried a similar thing on les paul special(Tribute) and it took at-least a year but I got it to look like the wood pores were open. Cool and important , thanks.

[@8BombCustom]

It takes now about minimum 1,5 monts. It's fast. But not all projects i make so fast.

[@edadpops1709]

Will UV light quicken the fade on nitro lacquer’s?

[@8BombCustom]

from exposure to ultraviolet radiation, nitro varnish becomes harder, shrinks and darkens, and subsequently collapses.

[@AdamEarley2011]

If I wanted to spray a very faded light burst, almost orange outside to amber inside (think Slash Jessica les Paul) would it be best to spray a very light coat of red around the outer portion or spray as above and leave in a window for a week or two?

[@8BombCustom]

You need to use brown for burst shade. Nor red.

[@AdamEarley2011]

@@8BombCustom thank you so much for taking the time to reply ❤️ will give it a go, here’s hoping :D

[@mylogify]

Great finish! I'd be more glad, if you stop smoking. Awesome painting and nice video!

[@8BombCustom]

Many thanks

[@REINFORDT]

Looks excellent! Do you spray the headstock or the logo with an amber lacquer to get that vintage “gold” Gibson logo?

[@8BombCustom]

Thank you. Yes, like total finish amber coat.

[@dalepiwek]

And beautiful f'n job

[@8BombCustom]

@@dalepiwek Thank you

[@nathjones1542]

Excellent work mate. Your painterly skills definitely come in handy for this application. A question about the colour you mix for the back of the guitar, was it standard to use mica dust.? Is there a better product to thicken out the mix.

[@8BombCustom]

Thank you. I use pumice powder only for porefiller.

[@nathjones1542]

@@8BombCustom Thanks for your reply. Best, N

[@pharmerdavid1432]

I wonder if Gibson or Fender would sell us an unfinished guitar? It would be easier than stripping the crap finish off first! I prefer thin poly on body, thin satin urethane on neck, like Fender "Professional II" models use.

[@pascalfleury461]

I subscribe from France.good job. I like it.

[@8BombCustom]

Thank you

[@chuckwolfboyer7830]

YOU DID A BETTER JOB THAN GIBSON DID KOOL JOB

[@8BombCustom]

Thank you

[@thetoneknob4493]

have you ever tested piano lacquer?

[@8BombCustom]

@riggioguitars has tested piano lacquer but in my opinion it too soft for guitars.

[@American_Jeeper]

Ваш талант не имеет себе равных. Мне бы очень хотелось, чтобы ваш интерпретационный стиль был применен к модели Les Paul Tribute от Gibson. На мой взгляд, лак модели Tribute слишком тонкий и слишком тусклый. Пожалуйста, простите мне мою ужасную грамматику... Я научился говорить по-русски 30 лет назад, но сейчас у меня не так много возможностей говорить на нем.

[@8BombCustom]

Спасибо. Ваш русский очень хороший. Грамматика не главное. Возможно я займуст и Трибьют. В моем городе таких много. Но так как лак на них тонкий, то звучат они достойно.

[@MegaFox.]

15:00 мне нравится как защищена накладка грифа с ладами))

[@8BombCustom]

😉

[@zivaradlovacki2666]

I had a look at their website and cant see if they ship overseas , outside of Europe. Would any1 know if they do? Many thanks

[@8BombCustom]

I shipp worldwide.

[@zivaradlovacki2666]

@@8BombCustom that is a great news! Would you say 3L of aging clear nitro is enough for 1 guitar? Also, I have Keda liquid aniline dyes. Good enough to mix with this nitro? Many thanks.

[@zivaradlovacki2666]

@@8BombCustom hello there. How can I order this Relic nitro. Regards Ziva

[@zivaradlovacki2666]

@@8BombCustom ok, Ill take no answer as a no to all mentioned above.

[@8BombCustom]

@@zivaradlovacki2666 1L is enough.

[@bjdenil]

No filler?

[@8BombCustom]

4:39

[@nicirvin1994]

You look like an Alchemist making a Magic potion...

[@8BombCustom]

Thank you! 😁

[@ernestschultz5065]

They a re-finish lowers the value of a guitar but in this case it definitely increases the value.

[@ronaldnorris873]

I don’t understand. Why did the original lacquer finish peel off like that? Was it a polyurethane finish?

[@8BombCustom]

It is Gidson regular factory soft nitro with a lot of plasticizers like on ALL Gibson guitars.

[@spiritby2]

@@8BombCustom will be very interesting to compare Gibson's nitro and your - how it separates and thickness

[@8BombCustom]

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[@mattrogers1946]

They are not the same finishes they used to have before the EPA stepped in.

[@ivan_emege]

I believed gibson custom shop used a better nitro finish. This is embarrasing

[@murrayguitarpickups9545]

In the Australian sun the dye will fade in just 1 day

[@8BombCustom]

😁 agreed

[@dejadejayoutube]

As a fellow aussie i can attest to our bright skies being great for plastics aging as well, and ive got some really interesting results with aging bodies with poly coats in the sun. In most cases the blues will take on a little green hue, Natural finish will get a darker yellowing/light brown/tan, Whites obviously turn to creams surprisingly quickly,...but some reds have slightly darkened on me,...an interesting oddity indeed. * The process of leaving a poly coated body out on really hot sunny days will also lead to interesting grain lines, and other uniform "ray lines" particularly on Alder and Agathis,...the shrinkage on some of these cheap bodies is phenomenal. Silly little experiments but fun none the less,...and it can really lend some more character to a humble squire etc,...and gain the stability that only a fully dried out body and neck can provide. *(I've only had 1 out of 12 necks have a negative reaction, but the glorious natural aged toner effect to the maple is aesthetically very vintage correct, and if you do the fret ends etc while the neck is "too dry", once it settles back to a more stable humidity it will essentially be 100% fret sprout proof, in even the driest conditions on earth. *(just some silly poly guitar experiments:), no one ever mentions this subtle type of poly guitar aging, this is about the only forum where it might come in useful to someone one day. Love your work man, can't wait to experiment more with nitro as well 🤘.

[@8BombCustom]

@@dejadejayoutube Great experience and great information! Thank you!

[@murrayguitarpickups9545]

@@dejadejayoutube I have a guitar here, a 76 Ibanez Les Paul Custom (Artisan copy) that was already heat damaged with cracked binding when the owner left it in the car boot for 2 summers, no shade in his parking spot it would have been 50 or 60 degrees. The entire binding disintegrated with all the plastics, warped pickguard (irreplaceable) the press fitted top split from the body, the fretboard cracked. It is a total disaster! I painted my own Les Paul sunburst and left it in the sun for two days and it faded quite a lot

[@123uzuz]

I’m an Australian, and I will die after a day in the sun.

[@SIMPle-BoXMaN]

Добрый день! Когда планируется пополнение контента на русскоязычном канале?

[@8BombCustom]

В ближайшее время не планируется

[@SIMPle-BoXMaN]

@@8BombCustom Понятно...

[@globusglobus1391]

Сколько будет вам отдать лес пол на перекраску топа в санберст?

[@8BombCustom]

[e-mail]

[@green461]

I dont get why people use nitro, a 2 part poly hardens like a rock and doesnt stay soft like Gibsons forever. Doesnt smell like sweet candy though. A harder finish would yield a more resonant body.

[@8BombCustom]

You have yet to deal with this.

[@green461]

@@8BombCustom I did a tele and a p-bass in 2 part automotive urethane, They are harder and more resonant than my Gibson.

[@marfg12345]

@@green461 polyurethane is ugly plastic trash that makes guitars look like cheap toys

[@gordonfreeman9368]

Дис ис булщит!

[@8BombCustom]

Уот ю мин?

[@paulrudy1776]

Привет друг . На русском как посмотреть данное видео?

[@8BombCustom]

Привет. пока никак

[@alexm.8661]

@@8BombCustom оч. плохо, люди от вас уходят, при всём былом к вам уважении, отписываюсь...

[@esmeulonsouzadeoliveira3636]

Like 366 ✔💫🎬 📽👍 .

[@8BombCustom]

Thank you

[@davidowen2919]

Who cares

[@8BombCustom]

😁👍

[@Willtext]

I have a 2005 LP standard in the same finish, is my guitar likely to be finished in this removable skin? 🫣

[@roccogreco21]

Mi potresti aiutare gentilmente!!! Sapresti dirmi come colorare color Ambra i segna tasti della gibson in madre perla?

[@8BombCustom]

Thank you. All technical answers you can find on my Patreon. www.patreon.com/8bombcustom