Making a Les Paul Jr. Inspired Guitar with an Epoxy Ocean Pour // DIY Guitar Build

My son just started taking guitar lessons, so I decided to make him his own guitar so he would stop stealing mine! He requested an ocean design, so my friend Sam from DIY Huntress helped me achieve that! Thanks so much Sam! It's just how I pictured it!
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[@diyhuntress]

Thank you so much for building such an amazing guitar and then trusting in me to pour an ocean on top of it. So grateful for your friendship and for your trust in me! Can’t wait our next play date... 😘

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Next time we’re gonna make sparks fly!!! 🤘🤘🤘

[@FredMcIntyre]

Great job on the epoxy Sam! 😃👌🏻🌊👍🏻👊🏻

[@mikelandreth7810]

You did a fantastic job .

[@ARCWoodCraft]

Nice job ladies, attention to detail is phenomenal 👍

[@joelcalzado9785]

It would be great if I could design a guitar with you (i don't make guitars I'm just very creative)

[@acmemeatsmoke4865]

"Mom, can I have a guitar?" "Yea. I'll be in the garage" COOLEST. MOM. EVER. PERIOD.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Hahah 🤘

[@tamirkeren6750]

Your son is so lucky, What a great mom.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Thanks! I hope he realizes that. Ha

[@JC-11111]

Shoooot. Me? I'd have it allllll over Instagram(& everywhere else), bragging about the guitar my badass mom built for me 😁

[@markadams3348]

How cool is it for a kid to be able to say, when asked, where did you get that sick custom guitar? "My mom built it!"

[@samesong]

You Built A Guitar For Your Son Best mom ever!

[@3x3CustomTamar]

haha! so fun to make stuff for the kids

[@stevethea5250]

@@3x3CustomTamar what is that gold artwork 20:28?

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Steve Thea not sure. It was my friends house

[@stevethea5250]

@@3x3CustomTamar OK 🥺

[@hesperhurt]

Why EVERYONE should make! Whether it's bada$$ guitars, clothes, artwork or homemade foods... the process and satisfaction it brings is priceless 👍 Agreed... awesome and inspirational mum! 👌

[@zaywas]

This ocean waves effect is one of the best i've ever seen. Great job.

[@diyhuntress]

ZaYwas Thank you so much for the love! 😍😭

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Sam is the best! she did an amazing job!

[@diggler306]

Unreal. I love how your mind conquers every "problem" (or task) on a build. Your son is very lucky to receive such a special gift.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Thanks so much! It’s so fun to figure this stuff out. He loves it. So I’m happy ☺️

[@tbonbrad]

Well my mom made me a laptop bag with music notes printed on the fabric so mine's cooler. Suck it kid who did nothing to deserve me antagonizing him.

[@tbonbrad]

@@3x3CustomTamar He better.

[@tbonbrad]

Okay good, my comment didn't wake mama bear.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

tbonbrad 😉

[@bluesman285a]

drilling from the control cavity to the pickup, use the input jack hole go through that through the cavity into the pickup cavity

[@3x3CustomTamar]

That would have been so much easier!

[@justinvzu01]

@@3x3CustomTamar In this case, yes. But if you prefer your output somewhere else, you can't do that anymore. My Ormsby has the output two inches under the strap button, pointing upwards, so you can better route the output cable through your strap for safety.

[@acoffeewithsatan]

Mom of the year! You even went as far as designing your very own guitar body shape and going with a set-neck construction opposed to the simpler bolt-on. You're awesome! Your kid will never forget this gift of yours!

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Ha! Thanks! I’m always up for a challenge.

[@ThorneyedWT]

On playing demo tuning or intonation sounded a bit off. If nut was too high, that could be the reason. Also fretboard looks too dry, some dunlop lemon oil (not normal lemon oil!!!) can fix that. Otherwise wonderful build, if you just start with project like that, i guess soon you'll make big custom shop builders shy.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

You are totally right. I brought it into my local guitar shop. The tech there filed down the nut and taught me how to do it for the next one. Now it sounds great. And I used regular lemon oil 😬

[@frankquinn1296]

@@3x3CustomTamar I loved this video, Lemon oil is not an answer, I am no guitar builder but my much respected guitar tech told me to use normal oil lemon has a chemical factor in that has a detrimental effect on wood? I have no clue but I did notice a difference when I stopped using lemon oils on my rosewood necks

[@bazwillrun]

@@frankquinn1296 Change your guitar tech...I've been using lemon oil since i dont know how far back, 40 or so years and never ever had any problems whatsoever

[@justinvzu01]

@@bazwillrun Literally every modern guitar tech/builder tells you not to use real lemon oil. Dunlop formula 65 lemon oil is not really lemon oil, so it's safe. Strong lemon oil will ruin the wood by actually drying it, and loosen loosen up the adhesives holding the fret and fretboard down. 1% or 0% lemon oils are totally safe and SHOULD be used on any non-Maple fretboard.

[@modustrial]

This came out fantastic!! Going with a tapered neck was gutsy, but you pulled it off!

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Thanks!! Yeah. I had some sleepless nights trying to figure out how I was going to make that work.

[@ericv7720]

As a fan of single-pickup guitars, this is a real treat! I bet your son was super-stoked!

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Haha yup! He loves it

[@soleneisconbi7302]

I’ve seen many guitar builds on KZbin and this is probably my favourite. For the shape of the guitar alone.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

That’s so awesome to hear!

[@soleneisconbi7302]

3x3Custom - Tamar I was also so impressed to see how little you got deterred (on camera) when drilling through the body accidentally. It was very inspiring as that would have really broken me.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Solene Isconbi I edited out all the cursing. Ha

[@emmanuelhiras7960]

probably the best guitar building video ive seen and ive seen alot

[@3x3CustomTamar]

So awesome to hear!

[@shaunboydmadethis]

That came out so cool, love it! And can't wait to see you tackle making the neck on the next one. Building guitars is so satisfying!

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Thanks so much Shaun! When this whole KZbin thing dies down, I just want to make guitars all day....

[@rfgfdgdfgdf]

You are amazing🤘

[@ryelor]

I have to say, I really like that you show us when you run into hitches with your builds. It helps me to know that I'm not alone! And you always come through marvelously. BEAUTIFUL guitar! Thanks for the video!

[@3x3CustomTamar]

thanks so much! I have yet to build something without making a mistake... it's all in how you fix them,

[@AnimilesYT]

The two black buttons with the wave under it look like 2 eyes and a mustache. Now you'll never unsee it. You're welcome ^^

[@captbuscemi]

Tamar - coolest mum (mom!) ever! I've watched so many guitar building vids from luthiers all over the world but I learned so much from this vid, lots of really practical common-sense tips for small-shop hobby woodworkers which I know will work well for me. Thanks so much for your expertise and positivity, just love your channel, so easy to watch and learn!

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Awesome to hear! 🤘

[@bbf0ab08cb44becfec]

You really did a good job, going out of the way to do everything... Great job.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Thanks so much!

[@fve1352]

You are one of the coolest woman on the KZbin so far! Kudos to you!!!

[@3x3CustomTamar]

🤘🤘

[@Sewcialitecrew]

This guitar is amazing and he’s really rocking it!!

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Thanks so much!

[@robertpotter9506]

Lady you are something else and that is a compliment. You do great work, keep it up, Bob

[@3x3CustomTamar]

🤘🤘

[@chinchenping]

Your friend should have played Wipeout! perfect guitar for this piece.

[@boysie888]

That neck angle route template is such a brilliant idea!

[@nejdetdost]

it's a beautiful guitar. I'm trying to set up a workshop in my house, inspired by your videos. I hope one day I can make a guitar like you. I want you to continue your work and continue your success.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Thanks so much! That's so awesome to hear! guitar building is the most fun...

[@TomwithaDream]

Awesome!!! First off you're great and do great work. Then you make your own guitar. And one for your son, who is learning to play. And it looks FANTASATIC!!! Lucky family!!

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Haha! Thanks so much! ☺️🤘

[@MusoraMedia]

This is so awesome, Tamar! Love the fusion of passions :)

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Thanks so much! I wish I could just build guitars all day and perfect them. I have so much fun with instruments.

[@MusoraMedia]

@@3x3CustomTamar Your passion is so evident! Keep it up :) Looking forward to what comes next!

[@pierrederesistance]

Any kid that age with a guitar to play is lucky but having THAT to play is next level. Ace job!

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Thanks so much! It’s so awesome to see him messing around and learning on this thing

[@maggierose7104]

The song is High and Dry. Literally one of my favorite songs at the moment. What a weird coincidence.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Love that song.

[@eggdog4920]

Same, but I like heaps of Radiohead songs

[@itsmethedreamer]

Not only are you a woodworking genius, you can play guitar as well, which is one of the most difficult string instruments, and no you didn't stop there, you built one too. Are you from this world Tamar? So much talent in you, you could power a small sized country with it. I will never run out of compliments for you.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

🤘🤘☺️

[@bogdan-petrovich]

If a person is talented, then talented in everything

[@oscaruiz8055]

I had said it before and I will say it one more time What an exquisite form of attention to detail What a way to create!! What a way to innovate!! I know you can overcome this achievement but I can't imagine how !

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Thanks so much! I really appreciate that! I have no idea what’s next. Ha

[@AndreaArzensek]

Great looking guitar Tamar! Your son said it all with his reaction 😊 Greetings from Croatia

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Thanks so much!

[@TheWind213]

Your guitar is super cool, the wave beach accent is the perfect touch. I enjoyed watching you create this guitar, you are a great guitar builder, thanks.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Thanks! 🤘

[@tbonbrad]

"my best friend, double sided tape" Ben from Crimson Guitars just shuddered.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Ha! I have tried the super glue tape tape thing. I don’t like it....

[@cosplayboundlive]

There's a lot things Ben would shudder at here but she did a great job anyway.

[@MrBaldypete1]

I was going to suggest Ben's tape/glue trick too!

[@AlanJohnPeach]

@@cosplayboundlive There's a lot of luthiers who shudder in general at Ben's design choices..... (As in, the laughter levels are high in my luthiery course at college)

[@TariasNiniel]

@@3x3CustomTamar well for both things it really depends on the tape... for the Superglue maskingtape thing, you need good masking tape for it to work. And the whole reason you do it is that most double sided tapes really leave ugly glue stuf behind... of cause if you find the right double sided tape for that job (that doesnt leave glue behind). I see no reason not to use it ;)

[@64maxpower]

You are the coolest person ever. You are a great builder, play guitar, and a mom.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

☺️☺️🤘

[@truespiderman]

Yup the ocean top made me want to build one....but then I remembered I have laundry to do and do not have the tools or skills to tackle this job.....it looks and sounds awesome though 🙂

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Hahaha! And when the laundry’s done. There will be more..... ha

[@071453Baxter]

You never cease to amaze me with your beautiful craftsmanship and your dedication. You are truly an inspiration to the entire youtube community and to me personally. Thank you for all you do.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

That's so awesome to hear. Thanks so much! I'm having a lot of fun, glad you guys are enjoying watching the ride... ha

[@truelegomaster7383]

holy shit that wave pattern is beautiful i wish i owned it

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Thanks! Watch sams process! It’s pretty simple to do!

[@josephzummo9685]

The neck pocket is very hard to do. Especially the first time doing it! I was nervous for you! The les paul jr. is the perfect guitar in my eyes. You really have to feel the guitar in your hand more then others because of the simple design. It makes you a better player. You nailed it! Mom of the year!!!!!

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Thanks so much! I’m Addicted to guitar building now! Ha

[@WhiteLabWorkshop]

This is so cool! You’ve inspired me to want to make a guitar of my own someday! BTW, tell your son he made a great choice in the song to learn to play first.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Thanks so much! That’s awesome! Such a satisfying project. And Green Day is his favorite band.... ☺️

[@michaeldoyle7444]

Two things I have messed around with in my older years, playing music and woodworking, not to your level, your videos are a joy to watch, nice job.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

So awesome to hear. Thanks!

[@gregbaker6215]

The neck was designed for an arch top guitar like a les Paul . 🎸🤓🎸🇺🇸☮️

[@mizmo21]

Greg Baker she could of easily changed the neck angle

[@Beemerboy324]

I've built several guitars and you did a nice job on this one. You pretty well did everything right.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Thanks so much! Guitars are so fun

[@Targoon_Music]

if my mom made me a guitar i would kept it safe like my own eyes

[@bryanholst8503]

You’re correct! Filing the nut down would help :) gibson style neck setups are particularly challenging at times as you discovered. Great work!

[@3x3CustomTamar]

That’s what fixed it! So fun. Thanks!

[@nejdetdost]

now I'm watching your video for the second time.

[@electroKrunch]

Cool to see you are in the Great Guitar Build Off! Looking forward to see what you come up with!!

[@3x3CustomTamar]

You and me both! Ha! Thanks!

[@jankijan8004]

Me: "Let me see how can I cut a piece of wood .. hmmm" She: "Let's build a guitar" Me: **Faints**

[@simpleman2004]

You are so Talented, such a joy to watch I like how you explain everything so clearly. With a Mom like you I can only imagine how far your children will go in life.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

☺️☺️☺️ thanks!

[@larrysdrivein]

Will you be my mom? I want a ocean guitar!

[@3x3CustomTamar]

I have enough kids. Ha

[@ToddGratehouse]

EXCELLENT! you learned so much and produced a quality hand made guitar. Now you know about the neck. You rock!

[@3x3CustomTamar]

So fun

[@tbonbrad]

Wood working mom=female/male role model

[@bapt_andthebasses]

I'm pretty sure it's been said already but... you're the mom any musician kid would dream of!! Thanks for your content, very calming! Awesome work.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Haha thanks! I’m forcing my kids to play their instruments

[@bapt_andthebasses]

@@3x3CustomTamar I'm sure they need no forcing :)

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Bapt and the Basses fortnight is more fun than practicing scales....

[@arsenicjones9125]

I like how your thought process is explained. It’s a lot different than what I’ve seen from other builders but that’s great. It seems like since you’re not regularly building guitars you were more conservative(safe) in your approach which makes sense to me who also doesn’t build guitars regularly.

[@landbandtunes]

Nicely done. Love the pour. I kept waiting for some surf guitar. But your friends comment at the end is what it's all about. "it inspired me"

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Thanks so much!!! yeah, it was such an awesome thing to hear him say. And to hear him rock out!

[@joses.a.2]

Putting together a guitar is a lot of science and experience.....But doing custom bodies!, huge potential for that. Great video!

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Thanks so much! So fun

[@drewx10]

Totally bad a$$ gift for your son. You and DIY Huntress rocked that guitar!

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Thanks so much! She killed it!

[@stefanoferrari5870]

I’m not a woodworker (but I always watch your videos), but I play electric guitar! And ”Brain Stew” is the first rock song I played on my very first electric guitar, many moons ago! The color of the wood and that painting... Wow. Wonderful, Tamar, good job. Ciao

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Thanks so much! This was so fun to make a reality

[@Stang413]

Very cool build. Hopefully something your son will keep forever. This was even cooler to watch because I play guitar

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Thanks! It's so awesome to watch him play on it

[@TheEffence]

You're the dream mom of literally every beginner guitarist ever, what a beautiful looking guitar, I hope your son has a ton of fun learning to play it.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

It’s so awesome to watch him learn on it

[@Jimi4256]

KZbin suggested me one of your videos couple days ago and I've got to say I'm hooked. I think what I love most is the down-to-earth-ness of it all. The way you include your mistakes and talk through your process makes it all seem so accessible. I've had a couple projects on the back burner (Designed them but not started construction) for a while now and can legitimately say your videos have inspired me to just start doing. Even if (when) I make mistakes I know sooner or later they will be finished and they will hopefully be as great as some of yours :) Thankyou for sharing your projects, I look forward to watching many more.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

So awesome to hear! Mistakes happen on every project! What makes me a better woodworker is just learning how to fix those mistakes

[@paul-davidalmond716]

P90s! Yessssss! Best pickups Gibson ever dreamt up!

[@3x3CustomTamar]

🤘

[@paulcortese8010]

I've said this before but it's worth saying it again. YOU ARE FREAKING AWESOME.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Haha! Thanks so much! 🤘

[@quinnarnold8733]

This is such a fabulous and unique project. What an incredible mother you are to make such an amazing gift for your son. The wave pattern is fantastic, but even without it, the guitar would look great. The wood itself just looks beautiful. It's pretty impressive that you made such an amazing design simply off your son's request. Absolutely killed it!

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Thanks so much! This has been my favorite and most used project to date! Ha

[@rezzzo76]

This is so cool! I wish my mom was a skilled carpenter when I was a kid! I may have started playing at a much younger age. Your son is a very lucky kid! What a great Mom!

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Thanks! It’s so awesome to watch him play it

[@mauriceryton]

What a great build, just awesome! Your son is a very fortunate guy to have such a talented mum.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Thanks so much! I hope he takes care of it! Ha

[@phildxyz]

Your dual pronunciation of solder, much appreciated on the UK side of the pond :)

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Haha! Glad you appreciated it!

[@LeJimster]

Love that ocean effect and the transition into the wood as if it was a beach. Nice.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Thanks so much! It was so fun to work out

[@mateimc]

Hey, there are plenty videos out there that show how the break angle of the neck is related to bridge height. I guess by now you've figured it out. Long story short, the classic LP has a carved top, that keeps following the break angle of the neck. On the other hand the Juniors that I've seen have a different bridge installed to accommodate for a flatter top. I've never built a LP until now, but I would personally drill the ground hole from the post hole towards the control cavity. That way, if I do a mistake, I would end up ruining the back. All in all I just dropped by to say CONGRATS! it looks amazing! Sounds ok, and I am sure that it also feels SUPER!

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Hey, thanks! Yeah, I ended up bringing it into my local guitar shop and the issue I was having was a nut issue. He filed the slots down for me and now it sounds perfect up by the cowboy chords. ha

[@c.a.g.1977]

Ha, here it is! I'm watching it right now 😁 That epoxy pour looks absolutely amazing!

[@3x3CustomTamar]

🤘🤘

[@Xaltar_]

Awesome build 👍😎 You are right about the nut needing to be filed lower to get the action down on the low frets. I typically use a pencil that I have sanded basically in half down the center, it gives a nice flat edge you can rest on the first 2 - 3 frets then you just draw a line on the nut. It will be level with the fret height then just file the slots to the very top of that line, that should give you the perfect amount of clearance and a nice low action on your low frets (nearest the nut). If your action on the other end is too high then you need to lower the bridge, if that gives you fret buzz then either your frets need to be redone or you don't have enough relief in the neck (concave in the middle by about 0.5mm - 1mm). This is just a rough guide, you can easily find exact measurements online but for a quick setup this is what I typically do and it works very well. You can also get your action even lower if you do a tapered level on your high frets (nearest bridge). I typically tape some thin cardboard from the 12th fret to about the 7th fret then resting your leveling beam on that you will get a slight taper toward the 22nd fret (or 24th if it is a 24 fret neck). Mark your frets with a sharpy and sand down until all the frets are now leveled to the taper. I do this on all my guitars I use for heavier stuff that likes a low action. You can taper from higher up the fretboard or lower as you prefer but personally I find tapering from the 12th down gets the action I like. Make sure you recrown the frets when done. I wish I had all the tools I need to build my own guitars but I don't have the space for them all so I have to settle for modifying my existing ones :)

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Thanks for all the tips! I ended up bringing it into my local guitar shop and he taught me how to file down the nut. The action height is great now

[@davidpodmore5941]

I thought your mini Cross sled was brilliant and all your other videos but this is the best thing that I have seen anyone make, come on "a guitar " you have talent Tamar

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Hah! Thanks so much!

[@LiloUkulele]

Morning Coffee with Tamar....awesome job! ....so scary ...as each step increases the risk factor!! Love love love how you resolve the problems...tapered neck jig-No Problem!

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Haha can’t believe I drilled through the top! 😂

[@SawdustmakerLori]

The guitar turned out awesome. It is gorgeous and I know your son will get lots of enjoyment AND COMPLIMENTS from what a spectacular guitar he has!!! I am always impressed with your talent and creativity when it comes to making your projects!

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Thanks so much! He loves it so I’m happy. It’s so awesome to see him play on it ☺️

[@richardbinder9662]

Great job and beautiful guitar. My dear friend was the luthier Steve Carr who built guitars for Kiss and did repairs for John Lennon and many others. He was mentored by Jimmy D'Aquisto. Steve passed away over 12 years ago. I think he would be very impressed with your work.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Thanks so much! Wow! That’s really awesome to hear!

[@PurpleKangaroo4]

Your son must absolutely love that. If it were me, that guitar would be my greatest treasure for life. well done

[@3x3CustomTamar]

It’s so awesome to watch him play on it

[@kennethsmith5383]

I am so happy I found this video! This is exaclty what I am planning on making (just extended range).

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Awesome

[@GergC0521]

Oh my goodness that is fantastic! I have one in mind for myself using spalted wood.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Thanks!

[@SpeedwayV8]

Love the Ocean look on guitar and the guitar it's self, Awesome job with the build. 👍😀👍

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Thanks so much! It was so fun to build!

[@bigrockets]

I have been playing electric guitar for 40+ years, you did a great job! I'm impressed.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Thanks so much! This was so fun. I totally want to build more

[@FlippinRejects]

Such an awesome build and collaboration. My oldest plays bass and is constantly asking for me to make him his next one. Your build might just be the inspiration to try. It definitely seems like such a daunting task. Great video as always. Your skills are inspiring.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Thanks so much! Everything is really daunting until you try. The neck is really the hardest part. So if you purchase one the rest can be figured out

[@nagamendo5655]

Just: WOW! And you make it look so easy to do. Before I would have never thought of building a guitar. But now you really made me want to build one myself. Thanks for that. You inspire me and - I believe - also a lot of other viewers of your videos! Greetings from Switzerland 🇨🇭

[@3x3CustomTamar]

That is so awesome to hear. Thanks so much! I hope you do build one! Guitars are the most satisfying builds I have done so far. I can’t wait to make more

[@barbmelle3136]

From Leo: Great Job! to avoid the difficult hole for the bridge ground, just drill from the pickup cavity to the bridge bushing hole and drag the wire under the pickup through the pickup wire hole, works perfect. Been there, done that.

[@yohanonshine4664]

What a great idea for a finish , And an amazing Mom.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Thanks! ☺️

[@lonniecrook1684]

Is there anything you can't make? You're absolutely fearless and very talented.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

☺️☺️ This was a fun one

[@sammisworkshops3762]

Love the angled router slide jig, awesome! cool guitar too!

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Thanks!

[@jimwhitmore9037]

You are an inspiration. I was intimidated to make my own guitar body, but your process pretty well insures success. Best tutorial I have seen. The ocean pour could not be any better. Since you said you may make more, I would suggest you make a clamp on drill guide, for the wiring holes. You may be right about adjusting the neck angle. For a prototype build, maybe make a "bolt on" neck. Then you could deliberately reduce the angle, install test strings, and tweak you router guide angle as needed. For certain if you bought a nut, it will need to be filed for the range of string weights you want to use. For a solid body, "rock" guitar, a set of strings gauged from 10 - 46 is a good starting point. The nut files are a bit pricey. I have heard a set of gas welding torch, tip cleaning wires, will work. I have not tried that however. Great job!

[@whadafu1364]

These videos are extremely well made and fun to watch

[@3x3CustomTamar]

So awesome to hear! Thanks!

[@lotharerkens8154]

Tamar, once again you have created a beautiful piece of work! I can see why you would consider building your own neck. You'd have more control of the choice of wood used and thus more control over a match or contrast to the body of the guitar.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Thanks! Yup! For sure. I can’t wait to design and build the neck for my next one

[@tarcisioe]

Instantly upvoted for the choice of song your son made to try it out.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Ha. Nice. He loves Green Day.

[@AshleyRodriguesK]

as he said, its an inspiring design, and your son is playing green day Brain stew so kudos for that

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Green Day is his favorite.

[@howardtennant5766]

Wow I'll bet your son is very pleased great job

[@3x3CustomTamar]

It’s so awesome to watch him learn on it

[@barrwoodworksfurniture]

Nice build! My son and I are working on guitar build in 2021...and props on jamming to the Style Council!

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Thanks! So fun!

[@Dadey79]

I really love the ocean design/finish on the guitar.... it's definitely a cool idea and not really anything I've seen before.... u r awesome and your son is extremely lucky

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Thanks so much! He loves it and love watching him play on it

[@firstnamelastname1101]

Beautiful guitar build and very clever solution to routing the angle in the neck pocket. And speaking of angles, the angle of the neck is likely fine and it is expected that you would have to raise the bridge accordingly (within reason). The real problem is most likely at the nut (the slots need to be lowered) and/or with too much neck relief. Solutions to both of these problems are very well represented all over KZbin. Your friend who poured the ocean is clearly a very skilled and imaginative artist and your son is one lucky young man. As for your woodworking skills, well, I am envious, to say the least. Liked and subscribed. Thanks for sharing.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Thanks! Yup. It was a nut issue. Fixed it!

[@davegibb3175]

You are so talented, with a great eye for detail. Well the guitar had a great test, great sound.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Thanks so much!

[@zapalotta]

Very great work. Just as a remark: it is a better and safer way to shield the cavities with conductive paint (grounded) or aluminum foil (grounded) than adding a ground cable to the strings. Background: if there is a malfunctioning in the amp (e.g. a beverage leaking into it, as guitarists need to put their beer somewhere on stage), mains voltage cold be on the ground wire and therefore on the strings (guitarists have died this way). Shielding and grounding the cavities removes the classical humming which goes away as soon as you touch the strings (actually, your body is inducted by electromagnetic fields from e.g. lamps and induces that into the wires, grounding the body stops that). Better go that way!

[@stephenjones7375]

Wow! That's absolute quality. Nice tunes. Great to see you with diy huntress you make a great duo 👌👍

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Thanks so much! It was so fun to hang with Sam. She’s awesome

[@Customwinder1]

The young fella loved it ! Great work. And he rocks Green Day 🤘

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Haha! It’s so awesome to watch him learn on it