Now the customer is going to see all the abalone lines and Dan has to replace them all for it to be perfect.
@topfloorstudio26842 жыл бұрын
Yeah, he should've never pointed that out! Lol Now that's all the customer will be looking at when he plays it!
@spwicks19802 жыл бұрын
Dan is one of the few people that wouldnt make me cringe taking a drill to a D-45. I knew he'd do a fantastic job and the finish at the end was superb.
@timothymallon2 жыл бұрын
That was terrifying. I wouldn't have had the guts to do that on a Martin D-45. Thanks Dan!
@bobareeniobobareenio2935Ай бұрын
Dan is not only a guitar magician, but a great and decent person. If you’re working on a project and ask him for some tips, he’s glad to share his expertise and knowledge. Kind and generous.
@Qstick3332 жыл бұрын
I love these long-form repair videos. Informative, entertaining and just a great break from reality. Please keep them up whenever possible.
@stewmac2 жыл бұрын
That's our plan! Thanks for watching :)
@malcolmhardwick42582 жыл бұрын
@@stewmac Keep em coming !
@IsmailsGuitarWorld2 жыл бұрын
@@malcolmhardwick4258 Find you here too!!! interesting vids!
@malcolmhardwick42582 жыл бұрын
@@IsmailsGuitarWorld Hope you are well !
@1mespud2 жыл бұрын
Wow! Dan Erlewine is like the "Norm Abram" of guitar repair. Much respect for the inlay surgery.
@ToddRichmond2 жыл бұрын
there's a little Bob Ross mixed in as well - and that's a good thing. Happy little abalone...
@U_ever2 жыл бұрын
Kinda like sitting at the feet of Solomon as he's casting his pearls of wisdom. This is what KZbin was meant to be.
@thebreakfastmenu2 жыл бұрын
I highly doubt I'll ever use this video in reference to replace a D45 fretboard inlay. But boy, I sure love watching Dan work his magic.
@roccocroce Жыл бұрын
....there is a teeeeennnnsssyyyyy bit left to be desired here....
@jltrem2 жыл бұрын
This is a testament to Dan's absolute artistic mastery but I couldn't imagine being so picky about the appearance of a fretboard inlay to have him go through so much highly intricate work.
@justsomeguy76502 жыл бұрын
Some people are just dumb
@jltrem2 жыл бұрын
@@justsomeguy7650 I can't imagine having a D-45 and not being able to enjoy it because one of the inlays is a bit darker than the others. Maybe I'm not discerning enough.
@justsomeguy76502 жыл бұрын
@@jltrem I agree with you. To me it just seems like more trouble than good.
@welp...2 жыл бұрын
Yeah this is just silly. Wasting Dan's precious time on a guitar that's perfectly fine just because one inlay is slightly darker than the others?.. Give me a break. Did you buy it to play it or just to look at it?
@400_billion_suns2 жыл бұрын
It made for a good video; helped StewMac promote some of their products; educated all of us on inlay replacement; and the owner (who can do whatever they want with the guitar they own) gets a guitar they like better. Win-win-win-win.
@jebusgod2 жыл бұрын
Dan is the bob ross of guitar repair and maintenance. LEGEND
@HBSuccess2 жыл бұрын
Just excellent.Tricks like the acetone magnet cup, the fence, and the piece of scrap to prevent the tipping are what separate a true master from everyone else doing this work. A D45 is roughly a $10,000 purchase that should not require remodeling. It’s too bad whomever inlaid that guitar at the factory couldn’t have taken an extra five minutes to look at the big picture and get it right. Martin should reimburse this customer 200% of whatever this repair cost to execute, along with a letter of apology. My $.02.
@AndreaAustoni2 жыл бұрын
You buy a D-45 purely for the eye candy as it's not superior to cheaper models, it's all about the looks. I think Martin should use real abalone, not abalam. I don't like those obvious straight lines in the inlays. At that price I expect the best of the best only.
@BassWhoopinFishingTeam2 жыл бұрын
@@AndreaAustoni agreed. For that price real abalone all the way around would be a must in my book.
@lastbestplace8112 Жыл бұрын
just like this guy should have taken the extra time to recut that piece of abalone to fix that gap instead of using glue...terrible
@thechamp96962 жыл бұрын
Dan is an absolute treasure. He is a master of his craft but is also such a great communicator and teacher. From watching these videos I am learning not only about luthiery but also about how to present information in an effective and engaging way. Please keep up the amazing work!
@stewmac2 жыл бұрын
Awesome - thanks so much for the feedback!
@michaelpthompson2 жыл бұрын
Hope Dan Erlewine goes on forever!
@CodyGudmundsen10 ай бұрын
Anyone know where Dan got his presenting skills? He's a natural teacher. There's not a word that comes out of his mouth that isn't completely intentional and informative. Never too much information, never too little. He's a master.
@TeddScheckler7 ай бұрын
Toastmasters
@RockinSG2 жыл бұрын
"This will probably make you cringe." How did you know I was cringing? Super craftsmanship!
@DD-dx3ei2 жыл бұрын
Very educational as always - great work. I'd love to own a Martin, but I must say if I had saved and bought the dream guitar, I think I'd be a bit disappointed if the inlays were not all whole abalone.
@eldritch68712 жыл бұрын
Especially if the guitar was $10k
@ministryinsong Жыл бұрын
😱who else could hack into a guitar like that while narrating the video like it’s just another old bit of firewood! Dan is the coolest dude on the planet! This was awesome to watch.
@rocpile25172 жыл бұрын
Dan is the reason I got into working on guitars. He is a wealth of great knowledge and inspiration.
@acolby692 жыл бұрын
I had no idea that replacing a fretboard inlay involved that much precision. Dan and Rodrigo Gomez replaced my 35 year-old Matrin D-28 fretboard, added a truss rod and added my name on the 12th fret. I am ever so pleased with that fine professional job. I am always proud to play that guitar and tell those who ask who did the professional neck/feet work that Dan and Rod Gomez did it!
@novacordaguitars-metecemkuzu2 жыл бұрын
Nice to see you Dan!
@fretted2 жыл бұрын
I could watch Dan work his magic 24/7 !
@guitar142 жыл бұрын
It’s always great to see Dan at work.
@brfam19772 жыл бұрын
Wow the anxiety when you stared drilling into that inlay!!!
@stewmac2 жыл бұрын
It's hard to watch, for sure!
@Lewiiiiiiiis2 жыл бұрын
Oh my God, this is the greatest gift of a video in the channel's history! Thanks guys!
@Bosworth1232 жыл бұрын
I hope you continue to do these longer videos. Love the channel!
@stewmac2 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much!
@vayabroder7292 жыл бұрын
Dan is an absolute artist; I’ve had the privilege of him repairing/restoring two guitars for me and the work was absolutely perfect.
@Barry101er2 жыл бұрын
The Master of Doing Things!
@dalgguitars2 жыл бұрын
Dan takes a drill to a new D-45. Nice. He is a national treasure!
@The_Wood2 жыл бұрын
Dan truly is the Norm Abrams of guitars. Anyone who whittles into the neck of a brand new D45 like it's no big deal has balls that clank. You're the man, Dan!!!
@guitarflyer1722 жыл бұрын
Bout time we get to see Mr. Dan again! Legend!
@jimtherevoltor2 жыл бұрын
Always a great start to the day when there’s a stew Mac video with dan! A true craftsman. We want more!
@stewmac2 жыл бұрын
Thanks a bunch! More to come!
@myopicautisticmetal90352 жыл бұрын
It is a good day when I get to watch old Dan work on a beautiful Martin!
@deltawhiskey13982 жыл бұрын
A tall cup of coffee...and watching Dan replace a inlay on a Martin....it's gonna be a good day.
@jllysadobson32412 жыл бұрын
These videos are how I destress. Having him explain every single step and not missing a beat. master at work.
@codyfolkdecou52072 жыл бұрын
This man is the bob Ross of guitars. You’re my hero Dan!
@stephenhenion83042 жыл бұрын
I'm surprised that particular piece of inlay made it out the door and passed final inspection!!! I have used Stew Mac abalone on my 1902 Fairbanks Senator Banjo!🇺🇸🎩🇺🇸🎩🇺🇸
@oiramsq73 Жыл бұрын
I love watching these videos, they remind me of watching my dad work. Dad was a master cabinetmaker with many, many years experience. He was virtually silent when he worked - never speaking. I could ask questions but he rarely said what he was doing so in that regard it is much more informative to listen to all of the insights that a lifetime of work as a luthier provides. Thank you for sharing these videos.
@scottjackson47432 жыл бұрын
Dan with your history your knowledge your skills you should be honored with a congressional metal I mean this from the bottom of my heart
@Andrew_1822 жыл бұрын
Heck yeah, excited to see another video of Dan working his magic.
@400_billion_suns2 жыл бұрын
These StewMac videos are always so well done, and Dan is a national treasure. I purchase things from StewMac sometimes just to help support this good work they do.
@kevinsnyder44252 жыл бұрын
Dan, I love the way you "guide coated " that inlay with pencil lines ! That's essentially the way we guide coat auto panels for straight ( flat ) panels. Great job,Dan ! You are the man.!
@macmorgan66852 жыл бұрын
I bought my D-45 new in 1989. It’s not been played much but has been back to Martin 3x for warranty and non warranty repair- to include a bowed top, a bridge replacement, repair of a cracked brace, repair/replacement of split bridge plate, it’s 2nd neck reset and some refretting. What really surprised me was a shim under the fingerboard at the body joint. At this point in my ownership I’m seriously considering selling it.
@willb11572 жыл бұрын
I was surprised at the mix of Abalam and Abalone. The Abalam is very noticeable. Mind you, we need to cut down on abalone fishing. like everything.
@dongonzulman64782 жыл бұрын
Dan is a treasure
@stevevaughn20402 жыл бұрын
When I watch these videos I can only conclude that either you are a genius or I am an idiot. You have tips that never crossed my mind and they are so good
@matthewcombs90592 жыл бұрын
Man he is as pro as pro can be! Idk why he is so easy to watch. Great teacher!
@Heavenoid2 жыл бұрын
All I want for Father’s Day is all of Dan’s tools and stuff.
@gerardozc802 жыл бұрын
Protect this man at all cost!
@taylormade410 Жыл бұрын
WOW Dan, no one does it better than you. Your the BEST!!
@guitartec2 жыл бұрын
If you don't have Abalam or the correct piece of abalone on hand, or you don't have the time and/or skill to order and cut your own, you can call Martin and get a laser cut 3rd fret position hexagon in different shades and pattern densities. Just tell them what you need.
@jjiacobucci2 жыл бұрын
Thanks. That is the info I need. Have a D52 with an inlay missing
@guitartec2 жыл бұрын
@@jjiacobucci Tell em Dan sent ya
@HBSuccess2 жыл бұрын
True but you should not need anything for a brand new D45. The original inlay was a scar that should not have made it out the door to begin with.
@brianhanson93672 жыл бұрын
I wouldn’t have accepted it. It’s a $9,500 guitar ffs
@guitartec2 жыл бұрын
@@brianhanson9367 You should see the big money instruments I see people accept.
@dieselsk82 жыл бұрын
This gentleman is truly a genius craftsman!
@tvviewer45002 жыл бұрын
I like how this repair video mirror my repair experience of not having anything go easily.
@quad10002 жыл бұрын
Fantastic...as usual from Dan. Not everyone wants to drill into a D-45.
@lardzard44592 жыл бұрын
free hand dremel on a D-45... you, sir, are a legend
@wiltshiredoug99592 жыл бұрын
Good to see Dan again. Great work.
@47ravenlord Жыл бұрын
I love this guy. He is a master at his craft and seems so humble and genuine.
@Docante12 жыл бұрын
Uncle Dan , you are a treasure! I must send all my guitars to you!
@LuMartinelli2 жыл бұрын
It's just a privilege to watch this man do his work
@SteveOuimette2 жыл бұрын
Nothing as soothing as watching and listening to Dan do his magic. Just perfect.
@chrisanderson23682 жыл бұрын
Dan graces us with a new video.
@inigoacha1166 Жыл бұрын
The fretboard for me is the most personal part of the guitar. Thanx for showing your work, Maestro.
@frankr60532 жыл бұрын
Great video and very relevant to the d-41 inspired build I’m currently working on. I’ve cut my first hexagon in my fingerboard
@limpeacock5732 жыл бұрын
I enjoy the longer videos as well. Great info. I could listen to Dan read the phone book! Awesome teacher.
@stewmac2 жыл бұрын
Awesome! Thank you!
@aliolci2 жыл бұрын
i love small imperfections in guitars i think those give a unique character to them. if i was the owner i would not get it fixed
@disco45352 жыл бұрын
I mean for $10,000, Martin should be the ones doing this job, for free.
@stewmac2 жыл бұрын
I believe Dan said they would do it for free but it would take a while. The customer didn't want to wait that long.
@MrSouthofBoston2 жыл бұрын
@@stewmac Well, I probably would have gone the same route. At least the owner knew that the job was going to be done right. One of the first video’s I watched was when Dan fixed the 50’s Stratocaster that was routed for a Floyd Rose. Spectacular!
@reverb5082 жыл бұрын
I don't see why Martin would have to do this for free. It's not like it's a defect; the customer just didn't like the inlay color.
@disco45352 жыл бұрын
@@reverb508 Of course he didn't like the inlay color, because it was the wrong color. Jut like he wouldn't have liked it if one of the tuning keys was a completely different shade than the others. Most people just expect better craftsmanship at that price point, which is exactly why Martin said that they would fix it for free.
@gregmullins69272 жыл бұрын
Yes they've dropped the ball on this one,shame on you Martin using abalam on such an expensive instrument,I'd expect this low standard from Gibson.
@alexperez36512 жыл бұрын
That story about bleeding out, but finishing the job tho. “Ruined a good pit of boots” what a guy
@TeddScheckler7 ай бұрын
I’d hate to ruin a pit of boots. What a pitty.
@acledfloyd2 жыл бұрын
I thought this was a re-upload of the old video of Dan replacing a Martin inlay, haha. Glad I got to see him do it again.
@kagapeme2 жыл бұрын
Dan is such a gem, love watching these videos!
@bubblehead782 жыл бұрын
Some parts of repair were hard to watch! Nicely done.
@chrisfarrugia53972 жыл бұрын
Just Magical .... great result !
@artofnoly9754 Жыл бұрын
Tx Dan. Glad to toon in again. Very nice job.
@jasonhe6947 Жыл бұрын
What I really like is that you explain so well why you choose one product not the other, I appreciate this a lot.
@rayvoorhies71802 жыл бұрын
It's always a pleasure seeing a high end repair by Dan.
@moonabove892 жыл бұрын
I love watching Dan and seeing repair videos like this that are about more than just showcasing a product or a Q&A. I hope we can see more of these again! I will say tho that my attention to detail would have made me redo that inlay because it was lower than the others (we didn't get to see him shim it with paper as he mentioned) as well as it being cut too short on that one side, though the pigmented glue hides it well enough.
@johnsmythe61342 жыл бұрын
No shit....I hate to pick on Dan, but I've been a pro luthier for 50+ years, and so many of his 'jobs' are SLOP repairs. This was no exception. The inlay was badly cut, He did a horrible job of removing the old inlay, and I wouldn't let Him touch ANY of My guitars. Sure would be nice to have access to $$$$$$ of tools, though. I did quite a few repairs to Chuck Berry's Gibsons back in the good days...Chuck was PICKY, and things had to be perfect. He would toss Dan out of the limo on the highway for a lousy job like that. Peace to all. -Smythie
@willb11572 жыл бұрын
I can see that filler - it's not so good The edges are not the same as the others - not as sharp. I build Double Basses.
@rosieotis2 жыл бұрын
National Treasure at work, right there.
@AudreyYun2 жыл бұрын
this is basically magic. what a job. i was actually captivated watching this whole video!
@nopenoperson95912 жыл бұрын
Dan, you are the man. Not many folks left who have that knowledge. So happy you are passing it on to a new generation of luthiers. You should be proud. Here’s to another 50 years! Love your work.
@paullanglois37682 жыл бұрын
Awesome work. All I could think while watching this video was “Whoa Black Betty…….Abalam.”
@michaelsteenson79152 жыл бұрын
Fantastic work but why do Martin mix Abalone and Abalam on such an expensive guitar?
@robnamowicz80732 жыл бұрын
Dad Gum, you've got a great touch! So long ago you worked on my Stratocaster at Herb Davids' in Ann Arbor. Yes, sir, some time ago, what a time!! Eh? Thanks Dan!!
@edbokhour60502 жыл бұрын
Thanks, Dan! That was really educational in so many ways!
@roccocroce Жыл бұрын
Wow, Martin really blew on matching those inlays. I'm glad my 914 came out perfect.
@132jah2 жыл бұрын
fantastic video! Dan is such a master and so great at explaining the process. One semantic point...Abalam is "real abalone". The more precise way to differentiate them is Abalam vs solid shell.
@cobhc1822 жыл бұрын
Absolutely stellar work Dan! Looks incredible!
@rzentz96902 жыл бұрын
Thanks Dan, I always learn a new tip or trick from your videos. I’m an amateur builder and used the hexagonal inlays on a guitar for my nephew a few years ago. Modeled on my brother’s Yairi (but it all stared with the beautiful D-45!).
@cracgor2 жыл бұрын
Now the customer is going to ask to have all the engineered abalone replaced. Thanks for the video!
@david258762 жыл бұрын
Thanks Dan!
@frankerock53172 жыл бұрын
Amazing craftsmanship! What a beautiful job.
@dannyt28852 жыл бұрын
All the abalam fret markers would have to go, the lines in it are obvious and my eye would go straight to them every time I looked at the guitar.
@KenToney Жыл бұрын
I’ve watched twice and enjoyed both, thanks!
@lenniejosephful10 ай бұрын
Dan, you are the best!
@Shaylok Жыл бұрын
The man is in pain and his leg is bleeding out, but he ignores it to complete the task at hand. That is freaking dedication.
@maxsalasr2 жыл бұрын
Dan the man! Love all your videos, have watched more times than star wars
@ross95818 ай бұрын
Awesome. So well done. Yes, the one that set that dull alabam on a D45 should undertake some quality control courses.
@guitfidle2 жыл бұрын
Wow!! I can't believe how hard that was to remove the old inlay!! I've reglued both pearl and plastic inlays.... note to self, avoid ablam repairs 😁
@stevedowler23662 жыл бұрын
Thanks Dan, that was a lot of little tips that added up to a perfect finished job. Cheers.
@tjmaclean2 жыл бұрын
Dan is just the best. It's such a treat to watch him work!
@larryatha32212 жыл бұрын
Great video, For what it’s worth, the latest videos from Martin on “Pearling” a D-45 shown the craftsperson using white Elmer’s Glue-All (PVA) to install the abalone trim on the purfling.