Record Power's Bandsaw Masterclass with Alan Holtham

[@Jacquesthebike]

This video is the best I have ever seen about band saws. The content is complete and very well explained in a style very understandable by an average user. The presenter is clear and very intelligible. He is a very good ambassador for Record Power.

[@jeetray11]

I have learnt an incredible amount of stuff from this single video than the 10 other videos I watched on band saw combined. Thank you so much!

[@RecordPowerTV]

Hello, thank you for your kind feedback! We are delighted that our video was helpful to you. Best Wishes, Record Power.

[@SR60119]

Absolutely the best bandsaw video I’ve ever seen. Outstanding presentation. Thank you.

[@rakeiuekahakingi6895]

This is the best video ever produced.

[@Mikey-k2w]

An outstanding example of how to setup and use this machine.thank you

[@carllarsson9133]

This master class was most helpful. It gave solutions to some of the problems I countered. I enjoyed his precise presentation and concentration on detail. His serious comments are taken to heart. The included warnings about working methods that could make work go wrong are greatly appreciated. Among the most important things I learned was why the blades did not cut straight after certain kinds of use in producing turning bullets. I hope to see more of Alan's presentations.

[@ttown55]

I have this same bandsaw (RIKON). I’ve been using it for a few years off and on without any instruction. I was going to actually pay someone familiar with this bandsaw to come to my house and show me how to properly set up the bandsaw and use it. An employee at Woodcraft suggested this video. This was exactly what I needed. After correctly setting up my bandsaw, I’ve come to the realization that the problem was me, so off I go to bandsaw school!

[@jjmcrosbie]

Sir, I'm 4 years late watching this. I think it's an excellent video and is based on an excellent machine. Much impressed by the cutting power for a 750W machine. On a personal note, your manner and delivery are excellent. Congratulations all round.

[@RecordPowerTV]

Hi Clive, thank you for your comment. We are glad our video was helpful to you, should you require any additional support on any of the Record Power Bandsaws in the range, please contact our Technical Support team on 01246 571 020 or email [e-mail]. Best Wishes, Record Power.

[@bigviper64]

Thanks for the timpson folding the blade!…I likkke the Knurled knobbs for adusting the Side Guides..mine uses Hex Wrenches. 😊

[@samla2404]

Nice vid full of tried and true facts and loads of great content in how to safely use/care/maintaina bandsaw. Thanks

[@453421abcdefg12345]

i must say that watching this tutorial was an absolute pleasure, it is so nice to see a video delivered by someone that actually knows what he is talking about, so often these tutorials are delivered by some slick "actor" who was only briefed on the subject an hour before, and that quickly becomes obvious, although i have no need to watch a video on bandsaw practice I so enjoyed this one I watched it right through, the subject of the video, the bandsaw also looks very nice, and I will be looking into buying one, if I can get it delivered to me in France! Very many thanks for posting this! Chris B.

[@RecordPowerTV]

Hi Chris, thank you for your comment. We're glad our video was useful to you! If you are looking to purchase a Record Power Bandsaw in France, please visit the dealers page on our website and you will be able to find your nearest stockist: www.recordpower.eu/dealers. Best Wishes, Record Power.

[@franknally4684]

Hi Alan done as instructed bandsaw up and running. Thank-you and god bless you.

[@RecordPowerTV]

Hi Frank, thank you for getting in touch with us. We are pleased you found our video helpful. Best Wishes, Record Power.

[@roadshow1uk]

Well I watched this again after watching when purchased the bandsaw. I was having trouble getting my bs350s to cut straight even with new blade. Well I did a full set up as per your advice and well I have to say what a difference. The table was not parallel to the blade nor was the fence. Thank you for your advice.

[@RecordPowerTV]

Hello, thank you for your comment, it's great to hear our video was useful to you. If you would like to speak to one of our experts for additional support, please feel free to call us on 01246 571 020 or email [e-mail]. Best Wishes, Record Power.

[@chriscarter3866]

I have just come across this content. What a great presentation. Informative and easy. Well done. Thank you.

[@RecordPowerTV]

Thanks for your kind feedback! Best Wishes, Record Power.

[@tommc49]

Very helpful for a new bandsaw owner such as myself. Thanks for posting.

[@thejoykey7439]

Fantastic introduction to using this type of machine. Many, many thanks. Much appreciated.

[@RecordPowerTV]

Hello, thank you for your kind feedback - we're glad our video was useful to you! Best Wishes, Record Power.

[@2spoons]

Alan I've had a RecordPower Bandsaw for many years and had exceptional help on the phone when ever I've needed it - but if you are new to wood turning look at the different types of bandsaws RecordPower offer some are for everyday all day use... and some for small jobs - you get what you pay... but RecordPower I might add are exceptional as they are so confident to offer a 5 Year Warranty

[@josephking6515]

I agree with tour 5 year warranty comment. If a company put that length of warranty on their products then they are either an excellent machine or a really good company who value their customers or both.

[@flyingsawdustjemtz9226]

You left out horizontal adjustment of the table - right or left - to ensure straight rip cuts. Some people erroneously angle the rip fence instead of adjusting the table which would not need to be repeated ever. Also, keeping one back side of the blade against the work piece to ensure good tracking of your cut.

[@michaelregan5723]

Exellent clear presentation. Solved my problem! Thank you.

[@conrat2000]

Awesome video. I have a much smaller band saw, but the settings and controls all apply. Thank you!

[@RecordPowerTV]

Thank you for your feedback, we're glad our video was helpful to you! Best Wishes, Record Power.

[@marchelK]

Wow! very well explained. Touching many points I was wondering about. Thank you.

[@harryshaw4998]

I just bought my first bandsaw, and this video has helped me greatly. Keep up the good work ol Chap...

[@RecordPowerTV]

Great to hear!

[@richardking4725]

Excellent, confidence inspiring introduction to using a bandsaw. Thank you.

[@johnpsota-jenkins7290]

I'm fairly new to wood working (but love it truly), and want to say, you are a joy to listen to and your explanations are incredibly in depth and thorough. Thank you ... going to buy myself a bandsaw now.

[@joyous7777777]

I'm a beginner to bandsaw work and have found your video to be the best of any I have watched. Thank you so much for all of the information!

[@RecordPowerTV]

Really glad it helped - thanks for letting us know!

[@davidjames2145]

Masterclass was right. Thank you. 👏 👍

[@Bootes1]

Thanks Alan, really informative. Just got my first bandsaw so this has been really helpful. Will watch through again.

[@RecordPowerTV]

Hello, thank you for your kind feedback, we are pleased this was of use to you. Best Wishes, Record Power.

[@shamu7014]

Thank you Alan. Your tutorial is superb! As a newcomer to woodworking I found it invaluable.

[@SuperskillsCoUkTraining]

That's the best (of many) bandsaw setup videos I have seen on here - thanks!

[@RecordPowerTV]

Glad to hear that it helped, thanks for letting us know!

[@jamiewatson9065]

Twenty -eight minutes in and this has proven to be the most informative band saw video for me so far.Bought one 7 days ago and haven't got it where I can start it up. Feel much more confident now...Maybe tomorrow I can cut something.... Thanks!

[@markschattefor6997]

Just noticed your post, I would advice this book ; www.baptist.nl/en/houtbewerkers/books-about-woodworking/books-about-tools-and-machines/lonnie-bird-the-bandsaw-book I learned a lot of tricks from this book; www.amazon.de/Bandsaw-Book-Lonnie-Bird/dp/1561582891

[@daveticehurst4191]

Have a look at this link too. kzbin.info/www/bejne/rXjFi6SNlshjoLc

[@seedubyu]

Coincidence. I discoved this great video 7 days after getting my bandsaw. Feel a lot happier and confident now too.

[@kevinchamberlain7928]

No, leave it shiny and go drink beer. You know I'm right.

Hi great tutorial ... I will just go trough the first setup of the BS350S shortly and the first thing that came to my mind when I was attaching cast iron table was how to make miter guide fence rails on the cast iron table parallel to the blade, because there is movement before tightening the bolts of the table. Before you tighten the table bolts you can slightly rotate the table left or right around the blade so parallelity is not instant. Hope you understand what I mean. As i see this setting is not covered in the tutorial. Thank you for the comment what could be the best way.

[@RecordPowerTV]

Hello, thank you for your comment. If you fit the widest blade you have and then offer a straight edge up to the blade remembering to avoid the set on the blade, you can then use the straight edge as alignment to square the table up to the blade using the mitre slot as your calibration. Hopefully this is of some use to you, if require further assistance please contact out Technical team either over the phone on 01246571020 or email [e-mail]. Best Wishes, Record Power.

[@twisterwiper]

Really nice video. Great work 👍

[@jimmydickson8854]

Thanks for the detailed tuition it was very helpfull ,jimmy Aust

[@RecordPowerTV]

Glad it was helpful!

[@jameskeith7608]

I enjoyed this video, his nice unhurried style and calm voice really good, thank you

[@harryshaw4998]

I agree James, very good teacher

[@stephenjenkins1102]

Fantastic video, my issue is the blade seems to twist when I push forward on a straight cut.

[@andreafeather3295]

Excellent teacher. Concise and entertaining!

[@johnpurnell5276]

A true Master Class. Thank you.

[@RecordPowerTV]

You are very welcome

[@martinb9996]

Superb video Alan - thank you so much!

[@RecordPowerTV]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@davidiand7]

I Have been thinking of buying a band saw now I am convinced, excellent video thank you!

[@Mike--K]

Maybe I missed it, but I did not see where you checked the alignment of the back of the blade to the table to ensure the blade was perpendicular to the table in the other axis. My Record Power BS350S was off by quite a bit and there is nothing in the manual that came with it to show how to properly align the table in this axis. It was only after several email exchanges and a phone call to Record Power that I was told about the undocumented, and difficult to reach, grub screws on the trunion base to adjust the tilt of the table in the other axis.

[@waynebusse6376]

Great class Alan, with one exception. I don't know how this got started but the fence should be adjusted to be parallel to the miter slot so you can use the miter gauge for cross cuts like tenon shoulders. The table mounting bolts should be loosened and the entire table should be twisted to match the blade. The trunnions on my 18'' Jet are so sloppy I can just twist the table and re tighten the trunnion knobs to match the blade. On my new 14'' Jet I just loosen the two bolts holding the entire table and match the blade to the fence. I don't bother with my 14'' Powermatic, since I keep a 1/8'' scrolling blade with only a Carter blade stabilizer for scrolling.

[@RecordPowerTV]

Hi Wayne, thank you for your comment. This video was produced sometime ago now, and we do have plans in renewing and updating to cover the changes already made by Record Power. Our Bandsaw expert Craig Heffren has covered much of the above as part of our Know-How video series on our channel if you would like to view, please see our entire series at the link: bit.ly/3zqLrMa. Best Wishes, Record Power.

[@andrew1974able]

Superb video - thank you!

[@RecordPowerTV]

Hi Andrew, thank you for your kind feedback, we are glad our video was useful to you! Best Wishes, Record Power.

[@rudolfzaris675]

Alan where have you been? That is so cool you are doing review.. you are the best. Thank you very much.

[@bergatube60]

Allways a joy to listen to Allan, here in an early video, and as always very instructive-Thanks for Your effort sharing of Your great experience

[@tokolosh11]

Excellent, knowledgeable tutorial. Thanks for sharing.

[@nigeloram3524]

Cheers Alan, very useful 👍🏻

[@janarneberg9969]

Thank you for sharing Alan!

[@robmills4709]

Thank you for an informative guide on setup and use.

[@seedubyu]

GREAT video. Marvellous tuition.

[@mjaldrich7]

what a fantastic video. Well done mate.

[@RecordPowerTV]

Many thanks!

[@johnlawrie9861]

Excellent video. Could I ask… when planking a log, would it be worth fixing the log to a piece of sacrificial 1/4” plywood to make the first cut with the plywood edge running with the bandsaw guide. That way, the first cut of the log should be completely flat?

[@RecordPowerTV]

Hi John - that's a very good idea. Safety is paramount and ensuring a flat surface to cut safely from is good practice.

[@andrewmuss3245]

Great presentation, very clear and precise. Thank you. Just one point you might consider in future videos is to tell users to unplug the power before venturing into the machine. Safety first. Thanks

[@james-jq8sk]

Andrew Muss...Good Ol safety police, how would we cope without them!

[@spacewalla3574]

What an excellent tutorial, I now feel like an expert. I have been debated for a while whether to get a bandsaw or table saw for my wee workshop. You’ve answered all my concerns and queries. A bandsaw it is. Many thanks.

[@mversantvoort]

Excellent explanation, thank you!

[@patrickscouser2210]

A big thank you This was an excellent tutorial.

[@pauljordan756]

Excellent video presentation! very useful and practical information. THANK YOU!

[@davehutcheson3785]

Excellent video.🙂👍

[@RecordPowerTV]

Hi Dave, thank you for your kind comment. We are pleased our video was useful to you. Best Wishes, Record Power.

[@karelehmke196]

Excellent video!!! Thank you

[@MrPete1x]

Excellent video, thank you

[@paulwestlake4278]

A similar video on the table saw would be a good idea, what are the chances?

[@RecordPowerTV]

Hi Paul, thank you for your comment. Can you advise which Record Power Table Saw you would like to see please? Best Wishes, Record Power.

[@paulwestlake4278]

@@RecordPowerTV I recently bought a TS250C 10" table saw. The manual is less than forthcoming with detailed information. It presumes that everything is factory perfect and you will never touch the saw after you have assembled it.

[@TheMoppersmurf]

I have learned a lot here :)

[@mutlugundiler4458]

Well appreciated Alan. Thank you.

[@raymondo162]

10:04 use the tri-square the other way about. it will then stand on its own, on the back of the handle. you're very welcome

[@stanmashek3085]

very good video thank you very much

[@aljonco1]

great teacher👍

[@RecordPowerTV]

Hi Allan, thank you for your kind feedback. We greatly appreciate your support and we strive to provide valuable content for our fans to enjoy! Best Wishes, Record Power.

[@CYSAVAGE13]

You checked the blade if it's parallel with the table and the table guides, using the right angle and it was spot on. What if the blade was not parallel to the table guides? How do you fix that. You showed how to adjust the parallel guard with the 2 screws, but you didn't say how to adjust the blade if it's not parallel with the table and table guides. Could you please explain how to fix this?

[@RecordPowerTV]

Hi Andreas, thank you for your comment.

[@TheTrtmrt100]

Excellent presentation!

[@howardbodiford7130]

A very nice video, thank you .

[@mickkollins]

Thanks great tutorial

[@RecordPowerTV]

Hi Mick, thank you for your kind feedback, we're glad our video was of use to you. Best Wishes, Record Power.

[@ness-ee]

Great masterclass, thanks. I’m thinking, though, why did my Record Power bandsaw come with a rubbish blade?

[@stefanthesailor967]

Agree. I bought a big Record bandsaw which I love (BS400); but the stock blades are awful. Swapping it out for a better one without making any other adjustments made a huge difference to blade drift.

[@norolemodel2883]

Same. Replaced them after first cuts.

[@michaelcurtin8707]

I've just bought a record bandsaw and my blade is rubbing against one side of the table opening (plastic insert). The guides shouldn't be touching blade so how do I adjust it over. Even if I do try to push the blade over with the guides they don't push far enough. Any suggestions?

[@RecordPowerTV]

Hi Michael, thank you for getting in touch with us. The trunnion that holds the table in place is fastened to the frame of the machine at the back under the table. These bolts can be loosened allowing adjustment so the slot sits correct for the blade. If you would like an further advice, please contact our Technical Support team on 01246 571 020 or email [e-mail]. Best Wishes, Record Power.

[@veroniquelahoussay6328]

super video mais une traduction en français serait top car il n'y a pas de videos en français, merci

[@RecordPowerTV]

Hello, thank you for your kind feedback. We are working hard to produce our videos with subtitles which will allow all languages to be accessible and to the best quality possible. Best Wishes, Record Power.

[@richardmasters3571]

Excellent video - good information, well presented. Thank you.

[@Cathou-Barras]

Thank you for all the good information. Would it be possible to make a tutorial on "how to replace the drive belt." The instructions for the machine do not explain this. Thanks to you.

[@RecordPowerTV]

Hello, thank you for your comment. Please visit the following link to our video explaining how to replace the drive belt: kzbin.info/www/bejne/i4nTcpmeaa6qnKs. Best Wishes, Record Power.

[@Cathou-Barras]

@@RecordPowerTV Hello, Thank you very much for your quick response. Congratulations for your great professionalism. Thank you very much.

[@mikesharp4033]

Superb tutorial, thank you.

[@edwardcharles9764]

All the comments from the experts. You'd wonder why they needed to watch the video!

[@jimbo2629]

Because they are frustrated trying to eliminate drift without adjusting the table instead of the fence when the new blade set is imperfect.

[@mwnciboo]

A true expert knows the limits of their own knowledge, therefore Experts would not be offended to watch basic videos because there is also knowledge to gain, basics to cement, insight to gained or validation of their own techniques. An expert is someone who knows enough to know they don't know enough.

[@senatorjosephmccarthy2720]

@@jimbo2629 ,what does "trying to eliminate drift without adjusting the table instead of the fence..." Do you mean 'while' adjusting the table..? Spell Wreaker is sneaky.

[@senatorjosephmccarthy2720]

Experts occasionally go back to basics, to maintain their foundation. And look and listen to most, enabling learning or fine tuning existing knowledge. Rick sir, this is the first turn. Winners enter it at 240 mph, then ease off the throttle.

[@senatorjosephmccarthy2720]

12: 23 - Thanks for the band saw info, and for the reminder of how to refold my Ameristep pop-up blind. Somehow I had lost the ability to get it back to 3 loops. 36: 59, you're skilled at operating the saw.

[@micamilenkovic4446]

I have almost like this - Einhel, 1 hp. This is good machiine

[@H0kieJoe]

Very informative video, but silicone on the table is a great way to spoil the finish on your wood.

[@gerrywalsh7677]

Thank you. Gerry . Ireland.

[@derekbalmforth249]

I recently purchased a BS33E and always found it hard to adjust the tension of the blade so I had a 1/4" play on the blade. After few times the lugs on the plastic tensioning knob bent. Why was this the case and why not have a metal adjuster.

[@RecordPowerTV]

good afternoon Derek, i believe the bandsaw is the BS300E ? if so i can honestly say that if your having trouble tensioning to the correct load it may be that the thread needs cleaning or lubrication to help with the tension, you may find also that as you use wider blades the material thickness increases so slight more load required if a metal handle was used as you mention you could easily overload the tension mechanism causing the thread to strip

[@derekbalmforth249]

Thank you for your comments Record Power, the problem I have mentioned has been a problem from the start, I have checked the threads on the adjusting bolt and they are clean, I didn't oil them as I thought it would attract wood dust. To tension to the 1/4" play seems to be at full compression of the spring. Could it be that the tension unit is set to low !!!

[@franknally4684]

Hi Alan I recently bought a sabre 350 second hand bandsaw. The drive belt had to be replaced which I was able to do quite easily. I notice that the belt is produding out in front of the drive wheel about 4mm and not sitting in its tracks as it should be. Any suggestion would be much appreciated. Frank nally .

[@RecordPowerTV]

​@@derekbalmforth249​ Hi Derek, thank you for your comment. You can adjust the tension rod to give more scope by adjusting the two nuts on the rod itself, please give the technical team a call to discuss further on 01246571020 or email [e-mail]. Best Wishes, Record Power.

[@RecordPowerTV]

@@franknally4684 Hi Frank, the belt is a poly v drive. On the pulley and the lower main wheel, the grooves need cleaning out so the poly v belt will sit in the grooves correctly. If that has not been done before a new belt has been fitted, it can tear the v grooves and may never sit right, so basically remove and clean the grooves before refitting and you may need another belt if the v on the belt is torn. For further information, please give the technical team a call on 01246571020 or email [e-mail]. Best Wises, Record Power.

[@DIYTinkerer]

So what saw should you use to cross cut a log?

[@RecordPowerTV]

Hello, thank you for your comment. All our bandsaw machines are suitable for cutting logs. The size of the timber however does need to be taken into consideration, as the machine and blade size would need increase depending on the work. For further information, please contact our sales team on 01246 571 020 or email [e-mail]. Best Wishes, Record Power.

[@josephking6515]

What an awful resolution for the video but I remember when 360p was the HD of its day. However this presentation would be *one of the best* I have ever watched and with Alan's brilliant narration (his voice just oozes with trust me, it's the bandsaw you desire now go get one) I just want to go and buy one of these machines. Might get a cheap baby one so I can learn what I need in a bandsaw before graduating to a Record. A *5 Year* warranty 👍and a reasonable price is not what I need to know at this time of the year. Might have to go buy flowers and chocolates tomorrow now and then go into begging mode. 😉 *Thank You* Record for this Masterclass video. It has been extremely informative and it is much appreciated.

[@RecordPowerTV]

Hi Joseph, thank you for your kind comment. We are delighted that our video was useful to you - if you would like to find out more about the Record Power range of Bandsaws please visit our website or alternatively, give us a call on 01246 571 020 and we will be more than happy to help. Best Wishes, Record Power.

[@MrCharmedprince007]

Can anyone in the UK comment on what is a good bandsaw blade, have this bandsaw and just seems to wonder all the time, although have set up as per the great video????

[@speedycc44]

Hi Alan, You mention in this video about a bandsaw box you made, do you have the link for it ? I have just invested in a bandsaw and this video is very good for me as i can now set mine up properly .

[@buddytrent1351]

Thanks New subscriber appreciate it

[@RecordPowerTV]

Hello, thank you for your kind feedback and support. Welcome to our channel! Best Wishes, Record Power.

[@mwnciboo]

What about say Hardwoods? Usually that is a high tooth count, i use a 64 tooth blade on my mitre. Does the same apply on a bandsaw?

[@urbanmythfpv3121]

Great video but on listening with headphones i heard a ghostly voice "take it away" @10:37 ...trivial but freaky if its been noticed and commented on b4 then i apologise in advance 👍

[@craftsmanwoodturner]

Hi Record Power, I have an older model of the BS300 with a different design of rip fence - it is not as tall as the one shown, and locks with a lever instead of a wheel. Is there an upgrade path for me to get the extra height, please?

[@b1j]

Richard Peers you can make your own resaw fence from 2 pieces (dimensions: your resaw height by the length of your saw’s table) of 3/4 Baltic birch plywood in a 90 degree L. Use two square pieces to make the L rigid. Search for it on KZbin. Then you clamp the shop made fence to the table.

[@aevoguitars2576]

Very good vid!

[@Raphael_NYC]

Thank you.

[@davidhancock7377]

Love the demo but when i ordered one it was total disaster, every part of the machine was out of line,especially the blade guard which was catching on the casing. after a phone call to record power i was sent an email on how to repair it myself!!! unbelievable

[@james-jq8sk]

David Hancock...What did you expect, a helicopter in your back yard with technician on board?

[@Mastering3d]

Published on 24 Nov 2017 and its 360p what ?Or is this just an old video ..

[@ortholoc]

The blade guides & bearings on this machine are so simple and easy to adjust. Why don't American companies make them like this, instead of cheaply? Is this a company in Britain?

[@JF-mq8tp]

Don't be fooled, roller bearings are much better than flat washers. It appear that you've been looking at the cheap stuff.

[@albertogalvis3463]

Por favor en Colombia dónde comprar pago en efectivo y hablo ESPAÑOL .

[@RecordPowerTV]

Hi Alberto, thank you for your comment. Please contact our sales team on 01246 571 020 or email [e-mail]. Best Wishes, Record Power.

[@Bramsshed1913]

Good machines but the blade guides and guide assembly could be better quality.

[@StevenLarkin]

Thank for this ! :)

[@deonhutten796]

Thanks awesome!!

[@garethgordon9141]

Is it my Mac? Sound goes pearshaped at 30:36 so I can't hear the guru 😱

[@templebrown7179]

Audio changes to mono at 30:30