How to Restore a 100 Year Old Guitar

[@HaErBeSo]

Great work, however, i’m not sure about the steel strings.

[@mr.k1t]

Thank you. It’s not my guitar Customer preferred steel

[@mickbachner]

Yes I thought the same. It's a shame to swap the flat classical style fretboard for a modern radiused steel string fretboard. Obviously that's just my opinion but It's not really a restoration. I'd call it more of a transformation/modernisation. OK if you like that sort of thing.

[@dickiedicksma1389]

Well without a truss rod those steel strings will bring back that customer rather quick I fear. And like some already noted : it sounds terrible… thanks for the video though , appreciated the work.

[@Xiaomima]

judging from the old bridge it has always been a steel string

[@HaErBeSo]

@@Xiaomimagood observation, but 100 years old wood might be too weak for modern steel strings. There are dedicated low tension steel strings for guitars like these.

[@NightshadeKiss]

You're a true master! I really liked the backing music as well

[@mr.k1t]

Thanks!

[@marshwetland3808]

Yeah, hadn't heard Claire de Lune played on guitar before.

[@harleyhexxe9806]

Just WOW! Such care and attention to detail. Beautiful work, and such an unusual guitar. Now that I know how they were tuned, I have to try to think of the music theory used to compose and play melodies on such an instrument.

[@lucasvangompel6382]

He is an Luthier, love the flamencoguitar music. Beautiful moment of seeing. Sincerely, Lucas

[@sonicstoryteller]

Absolutely stunning restoring best wishes from uk 👍

[@robertnisonoff3907]

Nylon strings. Also, did you clean and polish the tuning pegs. They look awfully dirty.

[@ТаяГавриш-с1в]

So beautiful!

[@暇な暇なし]

仕上がりが綺麗ですね‼️ 楽しみに待ってました。 お疲れ様でした。

[@BulgarianGun]

Может гриф усажен не правильно, но 7 струна явно хочет пойти погулять. Ожидаешь хорошего звука от такой старой гитары а получаешь звук ведра с гвоздями

[@yuraivanovjr]

Well done, my man!

[@skoromoh_]

It's so beautiful guitar! Lovely oldschool guitar 🎸🎶 . 11125

[@danielktdoranie]

No offence intended but it sounds horrible. Your work is amazing but the sound of that guitar is very poor

[@mr.k1t]

I should have put nylon strings

[@toddheimbuch5429]

​@@mr.k1t Regarding the comment that stated the tone was horrible. I would agree that something, was , off. But to dismiss it's potential prematurely is unwise. I would appreciate it if you would do a followup video, trying out your Nylon String idea. Seems pretty obvious they would be the appropriate strings for a guitar of that vintage. That alone could make all the difference in the world. I would bet any Steel Strings would cause too much tension on the Soundboard, affecting the instrument's resonance. Seriously, I personally would love to see the results of that experiment. Also, are you confident the intonation is dead on? If so I would also be wondering if the Steel String tension might have created an unavoidable high action that would be impossible to make sound good because of intonation issues caused by how much a string has to stretch to contact the Fret. That guitar is gorgeous.

[@ArthurSantos-jm6zo]

It’s out of tune when strumming the guitar and the tension is rather loose. If you tighten it more maybe the real tone will come out

[@AlexandrNicolayevich]

Семиструнная гитара имеет строй на тон выше: по звукам Соль-мажорного квартсекстаккорда (не Фа-мажорного). Оттого звучание непривычное.

[@TheClutchCraft]

@@AlexandrNicolayevichpls say you made this up, the sex cord? 🤣🤣🤣

[@johnhowlett1502]

The original machine antique tuner is a Beauty to behold. Of course the ultimate prize of all antiques Vintages, are how well the label inside the Guitar has lasted. The label's survival of all Vintage guitars is the ultimate Prize, and of how well the passage of time creates a greater Sound on the guitar. As the Wood ages the sound starts to beautify. When restoring these historical beauties, The Ultimate sound is the playing of Spain,'s Andre Segovia's Guitar, While the Guitar is being Restored to it's former Glory. Guitar Luthiers are the only People In the Entire World, that are in a class all by themselves. Guitars are the Sound of Romantic Mysteries with tropical beauty. The Ultimate Euphoria is the hands of the one's who know how to strike the strings of the Romantic Sounds of Romance. The Magic is in the hands to build and create the exploration of Centuries Old Mystical sounds.

[@mr.k1t]

Thank you for a kind comment)

[@Bangkokguitar]

Bravo, outstanding work. Two thumbs up ☝ ☝

[@romanzaitsev464]

Perfect job

[@СергейДжамирзе]

здравствуйте. Подскажите чем красили гриф в черный цвет. Спасибо.

[@matthewpocock4824]

I love to watch a Master at work. These guitars are relics of a time gone by, not a mere instrument. What a grand old Lady. Oh, the stories she could tell... ❤

[@mr.k1t]

Thanks!

[@KekmanForTheRestOfTheWorld]

true words, but honestly putting steel strings on such a guitar is notwhat a master would do... ;) that poor ladder braced guitar was not build for that kind of tension.

[@mr.k1t]

@@KekmanForTheRestOfTheWorld These are very thin strings in a fairly low tuning so that nothing will happen to the neck.

[@KekmanForTheRestOfTheWorld]

@@mr.k1t might be but even 9-38 6 string sets for electric guitar have 85-90 lbs of tension. thin acoustic strings have more tension than electric strings... modern nylons are usually build for around 60lbs and the old gut string guitars like in the video were build with about 30lbs in mind. you will not find any steel strings that dont break that guitar. might be fine for now (i doubt it), but this guitar is certainly not going to survive another 100 years with steel strings. probably not even 10 years. you should have pointed that out to the customer. they might see that guitar break because of the tension and accuse you for recommending steel strings.

[@mr.k1t]

@@KekmanForTheRestOfTheWorld I didn't recommend or point to steel strings, it's not my choice. I warned of the consequences

[@lgomezluna]

Excelent Work 👏👏👍🙂... what's the name of the first song? its beautiful and now I dont remember what is....

[@marioanguiano3840]

What did you use on the neck???

[@mr.k1t]

Black ink

[@Andrew1234138]

Отличная работа! Сейчас реставрирую свою первую 45-летнюю Черниговскую гитару, нужна помощь советом: Что за состав (черный) использовался на видео для покраски грифа с тыльной стороны? Какой клей лучше использовать для ладов?

[@mr.k1t]

Спасибо. Черный состав это анилиновый краситель для ткани. Покрытый в последствии нитролаком. Касательно клея, я использую тайтбонд красный

[@Andrew1234138]

@@mr.k1t Спасибо! Попробуем-с!

[@Andrew1234138]

@@mr.k1t А какой клей для ладов, не подскажешь?

[@mr.k1t]

Цианокрилат

[@marcoboni3807]

Bellissimo lavoro Maestro.... simile a quelli che facevano una volta i mastri liutai di Cremona in Italia... posso chiederti per cortesia se dalla tua esperienza è possibile creare dei segnatasto (dots) nella parte anteriore del manico di una chitarra classica?? . Grazie mille Maestro

[@1bryser]

Who is playing? very nice!

[@МихаилС-ж3ю]

И после шлифовки грифа, сколько пропиливать под лады?

[@mr.k1t]

Так чтобы влезла ножка лада

[@hackerguitar]

Did you sand falloff into the fingerboard at either end?

[@EugeneSachuk]

Чудова робота !Якщо не секрет,чим чорнив гриф ?

[@mr.k1t]

Чорна туш

[@RockStarOscarStern634]

MRKT This one happens to be a 7 String Acoustic Parlor Guitar.

[@dieselrider]

Woow! What a lovely guitar,thank you! Very lovin' the parlor-size guitars,especially pure vintage stuff) But unfortunately I have really bad experience with this type of "floating neck" mount(screw-through)😂 Unfortunately,you can't completely seal the hole in the neck heel,sand it and glue the neck completely to the body - not on canon :(

[@erickoliveira7039]

Fantástico 😃🙋🏻‍♂️🇧🇷👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@МихаилС-ж3ю]

А, можно лицевую сторону грифа лаком вскрывать?

[@mr.k1t]

Можно

[@АлександрАлександрович-к5с]

Отличная работа. Очень интересно наблюдать за работой МАСТЕРА👍

[@mr.k1t]

Спасибо!

[@OceannMoon]

Hey there! I hope you're doing well. I have to share something really interesting with you. You won't believe it! So, I recently got my hands on this stunning guitar that looks like it's worth a million dollars. The craftsmanship is impeccable, and the intricate details are absolutely mesmerizing. It's the epitome of elegance and sophistication. But here's the twist - the sound it produces is nowhere near what you'd expect from such a prestigious-looking instrument. In fact, it's more like a $30 guitar that you'd find at a flea market. Surprising, right? When I first strummed the strings, I was expecting a rich and melodic sound that would transport me to musical bliss. Instead, I was greeted with a thin and twangy tone that was far from satisfying. It was quite disappointing, to say the least. But you know what? Despite the unexpected sound, I couldn't help but be intrigued by this guitar. It made me realize that sometimes appearances can be deceiving. It taught me that true value lies in more than just the outer facade. This experience reminded me of the importance of not judging a book by its cover. Just like this guitar, people may not always appear to be what they seem at first glance. It's a valuable lesson, as it teaches us to look beyond outward appearances and focus on what really matters - the true essence and substance. So, my friend, let this serve as a reminder to always delve deeper and explore beyond the surface. You never know what hidden gems you might uncover. Wishing you a day filled with beautiful surprises and meaningful connections. Take care!

[@mr.k1t]

Thanks for your story😉 Good luck

[@bbbrown3408]

steel strings? lovely guitar sounds dreadful

[@ВалерийБеликов-щ1н]

Дуже гарно...

[@eugenepecheritsa2100]

Як називається ця чудова композиція?

[@СергейГлухов-щ4ф]

Чудова , так и называется.

[@rafaelcuadra5009]

Bravo!

[@fb8966]

NIce vid.... but.... no information about what supplies were used.

[@AMADEUS1371]

The sound is awful.. almost an abomination to the ears. But your work is magnificent !

[@KekmanForTheRestOfTheWorld]

it is because he put steel strings on there. should have put nylon strings on it. that guitar is probably unplayble by now

[@rafaelcuadra5009]

Why that tunning??? Is it for a different kind of music?

[@mr.k1t]

This is the classical tuning for a seven-string guitar but one tone lower.

[@DmitriyTitorenko]

Крутизна, люблю 7-ми струнные гитары!

[@crumbie]

It turned out exactly the crap we thought it would look like.

[@J.C...]

Wait. You're in Ukraine? 🙏🙏👌❤️ Hope you are doing OK!

[@mr.k1t]

Yep, I’m fine thank you 🙏

[@lomobster]

Not much of a how to. What did you use to clean/finish the body of the guitar?

[@olexanderromanchenko175]

походу не до конца настроил и натянул...а так конечно молодец

[@rickyrooster8226]

Pity about the shity bar chords played at the end haha. after that epic soundtrack complete with the skilled operation to restore. In staying that, I don't think I've met a luthier or guitar restorer that could actually play. so ill let it slide. however I suggest playing whatever that guitar was built to be played after restoring. 🙂

[@tadamoriyagi8265]

why did you put steel strings?!?! 🤦🏻‍♂😂

[@Andrewtafelklavier]

steel strings????? everything was going ok up til then.

[@gibsonlg2453]

Гитара очень старая поэтому такой звук, перемохломь дерево стало стеклянным. Её только в музей.

[@andrewdraper6586]

How to ruin an antique?

[@Валерій-ъ6р]

Гарна робота

[@mr.k1t]

Дякую

[@ВалерийБеликов-щ1н]

У меня есть гитарка 1938 года...

[@АнтонКрасильников-р8н]

Что за строй такой интересный? Я так понимаю на тон выше чем на русской семиструнке должен быть. Гитара красивая, но непонятно строит или нет.

[@mr.k1t]

Насколько помню, я сделал Open G на полтора тона ниже

[@mentalitydesignvideo]

поэтому она и звучит как непонятно что. @@mr.k1t она рассчитана на D-G-B-d-g-b-d¹.

[@herunowo6638]

Hello im new subscribers 🙏

[@mr.k1t]

Hello and welcome!

[@dmitryivanov9530]

you couldn't even tune your guitar

[@7271k]

This guy knows the mechanics but lacks the fine touch required to work on any guitar, let alone one that's very old. Yet......he's making money because we all watched. Should have read the comments first.

[@mr.k1t]

Live and learn. In this case, I was not required to "authentic restoration" with all the subtleties. The customer wanted to make it functional and cheap. While you may be right, I don't have much experience with such old guitar.

[@KekmanForTheRestOfTheWorld]

@@mr.k1t you should have really put nylon strings on. that guitar is not goind to last very long with steel strings... all the work for nothing

[@mr.k1t]

@@KekmanForTheRestOfTheWorld I was guided by the desire of the customer. However, it's been a year since she's been fine.

[@KekmanForTheRestOfTheWorld]

@@mr.k1t i doubt that. even if true, it is going to be trash within the next years. these guitars are build for gut strings. even light steel strings will have easily 3x the tension. also it would not sound that horrible with nylons since it could be properly tuned. ironic how you put so much efford into restoring that guitar only to ruin it to worse then before condition by putting steel strings on it.

[@mr.k1t]

@@KekmanForTheRestOfTheWorld Once again, on MY guitar I would put nylon.

[@rosshill9469]

Only in tune for first 5 frets, (that's how it was designed to be played.) Wrong strings, you need 'silk and steel' better still cat gut (made in USA). These old guitars cannot take the strain of modern strings.

[@maxcuthbert100]

Yes, you cna use steel strings on this guitar,although,silk and steel might work better. It's a shame you didn't feature any Ukranian guitar music for your soundtrack,though !kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZmjXgKimjtOYobc

[@martinlorentzen4731]

not really shure what i think about that sound.. honestly it sounds a little odd

[@robertoyamakata6672]

Hello. But I expected a great sound but not. I got as a bargain a luthier guitar more less 80 years old it doesn't look well a lot of spots, but it has an incredible resonance sound great. I first thought painting myself but i am afraid to do something wrong so I would let it as it is. Ugly but incredible and cheap

[@niklashedstrom762]

Painful to watch. So many bad choices here. Leave these beauties alone please. 😢

[@banjoman6616]

Suono osceno e neanche intonata .. tempo sprecato

[@777kinev]

работая хорошая, но звучание жесть

[@philippecouche2192]

Please, don't play a sound that did not exist 100 years ago, on a 100 years old guitar. It has to be awful.. Try to play asturias suite espanola op. 47 instead ;-)

[@haystackhider7158]

Stone Temple Pilots?

[@DSteinman]

Oh no not another one of these hack jobs

[@tklee9793]

튜닝이 덜되듯

[@simon-oy6um]

All that work and it sounds bloody awful😢

[@envisiotube]

Looks amazing, sounds terrible. Out of tune, bad tone. The guitar of your nightmares. Only for decoration usable.

[@reynojosuejr.v.6872]

Sounds terrible

[@augustinhorodrigues8963]

Pintar de preto? Não concordo

[@mr.k1t]

Ele era tão

[@peterpulpitpounder]

Sounds terrible.

[@vecinacucalacucaquelatiro6297]

That guitar sounds terribly bad! out of tune and too old to restore, it is garbage.

[@KekmanForTheRestOfTheWorld]

its not too old to restore. it is meant for nylong strings. he probably ruined that guitar by putting steel strings on lol

[@cheryllakin3077]

I would have put classical strings on that. Very interesting seven string guitar. Almost like a baritone.