How to Cover a Cabinet with Tolex or Leatherette.......Part 2

In this 7th and final video of the series, the scratch-built 5F1 Champ amplifier cabinet is covered with a Tolex-like leatherette. The tools and materials needed and all aspects of the procedure are explained and demonstrated in great detail. Hopefully, this 7-part video series will help you to construct your own amp chassis, construct a finger-jointed pine cabinet, and then cover the cabinet, back door, and speaker baffle with appropriate materials.
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Thanks for watching !!!!

[@jpalberthoward9]

People like you are the reason I love you tube. That amp looks better than just about anything that comes out of a store. Your workmanship is impeccable and I'm sure it inspires thousands of others besides myself. You've made a beautiful thing that anybody on Earth would be proud to own. I had to go and get my hat and put it on so I could take it off to you. Very nicely done!!!

[@UncleDoug]

Thanks so much, JP. Rusty and I really appreciate your kind words. Viewers like you make it all worthwhile :)

[@jpalberthoward9]

i think I'm learning more from watching your vids than I would if I spent big bucks to go to college. My Grandfather was a World War One vet, and he got into the radio game in about 1918,building crystal sets.He said he started playing with tubes when they first became available to the public, and he kept up with the new developments all his life. He was the man who taught me the basics of electrical theory and much of the tube-ology. He also knew his way around the wood shop. He's been gone since '82, but I'm sure he would enjoy seeing everything you've done You and he are kindred spirits. .

[@UncleDoug]

Thank you very much, JP. I'm glad the videos are helpful and am quite flattered by the comparison.

[@Billo1281]

This craftsmanship is so hard to come by these days. Thank you very much for these incredible instructional videos. Well done sir, well done.

[@UncleDoug]

Billo1281 You're welcome, Bill, and thanks for the very kind words. Rusty and I are glad the videos are helpful :)

[@geoffforduk]

10 years on and this is still very useful content. Covering my custom cab tomorrow, wish me luck!

[@UncleDoug]

Good luck, Geoff.

[@markclinebell7671]

Thankyou. Worth every minute. No time wasted here.

[@UncleDoug]

You're welcome, Mark.

[@MrC_5150]

I just finished binge watching the entire series!! I've learned a lot!! Thank you, Uncle Doug!!! Cheers!!

[@MikeSzJr]

Wonderful series! I will be taking a used Kustom Tube12a and building a head cabinet. Will be sure to refer to your videos! Thanks! Mike.

[@Rod_Knee]

Doug, this build is a thing of beauty.

[@UncleDoug]

Thanks, Rod :)

[@neoterra7072]

Several years ago I followed your tutorial to reskin a wooden box for a 1930's violet ray enclosure. My project turned out perfect! It's time to do another one so I'm reviewing your most excellent how-to videos. Thanks Again!!!

[@UncleDoug]

You're welcome, Neo. We're glad the videos were helpful.

[@UncleDoug]

Robert Rand, your comment came without any reply capability, but I wanted to thank you for an excellent suggestion. I never considered using wooden wine cases for amplifier cabinets, but will definitely keep it in mind for my next amp project.

[@sixthsiren]

Fantastic explanations on everything. Best tolex video I've seen.

[@UncleDoug]

Thanks, Matt. I'm glad the video was helpful.

[@TheRudydog1]

How nice it is to see a real pro doing his thing. Cheers!

[@UncleDoug]

Thanks, RD :)

[@newsoundacoustics7973]

Very well detailed. Very helpful. Thank you.

[@idogepgyar]

I really appreciate your work, Doug! Hope that someday i'll make a beautiful cabinet and amp like you do. Greetings from Hungary! Keep up the good work and the very precise and informative videos! András

[@tubical71]

I´ve watched a lot of YT-vids witch claimed to show how to tolex. But your´s really *do*. Others showed how to wrap it on, its the silly part. You teach us to do corners and furthermore all details. So my next Instrumental Amp project, will be a little head and after looking at your tolex videos, i will try it by myself :) Thanx so much for teaching us how to really do the tolex job..!! :)

[@UncleDoug]

Thanks so much, TC. I tried to make the video as detailed as possible, and I hope it helps you with your project. Best of luck !!!

[@UncleDoug]

Thanks, Wilson. I'm glad the video was helpful.....and you're right, without Rusty's able assistance, I would be lost :)

[@drsproc]

Perfection.... engineering, science and just rare good work.

[@UncleDoug]

Thanks so much :)

[@cello_melow]

Uncle Doug, I wanna be just like you when I grow up. Thank you for the mountain of wisdom.

[@UncleDoug]

Thanks, Marcelo, but my wife insists that I haven't grown up yet :)

[@UncleDoug]

Steve Brower, your comment did not have reply capability, so I will respond here. The heat gun is actually a little too intense for warming up the vinyl upholstery material. I generally use a hair dryer instead for that purpose and to speed up the drying of the contact cement. As for removing the old material, I would suggest a heat gun (use very carefully) and a putty knife, and some lacquer thinner (with no heat gun) if necessary to dissolve the old glue. You're welcome, Steve. I'm glad the video was helpful.

[@robertrand8665]

Hello Uncle Doug, I really think you do a professional job on your videos. If I had to guess, in a former life, I'd bet you were an engineer whose made many a presentation for product or design...it shows. It takes one to know one and I can tell. Well, we share the same interest and hobby, and I thought I would pass along a little tip about something to your viewers. If one does not have the tools or the space to make the box, or you've had as much fun as you are ever going to require making one yourself, you can pay a visit to your local liquor store or wine merchant and find a nice finger jointed wine case. They come in 7 standard sizes that make nice 8in or 10in cabinets. Most vineyards do a quality woodworking job on these cases to make them appealing for presentation and they usually come in knotty pine or basswood. A little purchase of liquor now and then from the merchant makes the asking and receiving go a bit smoother. If you google "wine case" you can get a lot of good information about these cases and see pix of the best looking ones. Hope this helps. Regards, Robert Rand

[@CanadianTradition]

Hi Uncle! I have to pause this video for a while so I can write you a BIG THANKS for making me feel happy inside(I'm pretty sure I'm not the only one feeling this way). You know how you feel inside when you discover something new that is so simple but just never thought about it or that no one showed you and you get that funny, happy, full of joy feeling inside, well you just did it again to me when you mentioned putting the contact cement container in warm water before using it. Those little things you mention in your video's makes all the difference. Not only that but the knowledge your are passing on to us is amazing my friend. The way you talk also is nice cuz so many other users have great info to pass on but because sometimes they are so dull and monotonous, a person just can't watch and listen to learn. But then we find you! You are doing an excellent job as a teacher. Don't waste your energy on the thumbs down and the haters because the rest of us surely appreciate the time you are spending to create these videos to pass on your knowledge!!! I just found your channel a day or two ago and I can't get enough. For sure I'm going to watch the majority of them if not all. I built a couple of guitar pedals(nothing fancy but good for me as a project) when I was in college and wanted to try a tube amp but never did. You've given me that bug to start scrounging parts to build one. It will be spring clean up here in a few months. People get a week to throw away whatever they want. It will be the perfect time to get free parts. I've got a Peavey Audition 110 w/o Reverb that I picked up 2 years ago in our spring clean up. The person put it in way so someone would see it. I was on my 50cc scooter(I have a 95 CBR600F3 too) when I found it. It as seen better days but still sounds awesome. The logo is sorta melted and some plastic controls button too, the grill cloth as a 1 1/2 inch hole in it. The tolex is all torn, one corner of the wood is not attach no more, and I need to fix a few things inside. But even with all that, I love it. Except the electronics, all the rest gives a nice touch to it. I will be doing an enclosure and use all the rest of the parts. I may even get the parts to fit it with reverb cuz the circuit board is ready for the parts. I'm starting the project soon so that way when spring clean up gets here I will still be all primed up to build a tube amp and that will be an awesome project. You gave me an idea in this video that I will not share here but will send you a pm about it just in case nobody as ever done it before. Ciao Uncle!

[@UncleDoug]

Greetings, CT and thanks for all the kind words. Rusty and I thrive on praise.....and T-bone steaks :) Best of luck with your Peavey project. I would have loved to have seen you carry it home on your scooter. Let us know how it turns out :)

[@JonHallMusic96]

Uncle Doug can someone please send me a link where I can buy some of this material, it's lovely

[@peterlaine3929]

Every one of Doug's instructional videos is rock solid, solid gold standard

[@UncleDoug]

Thanks, Peter :)

[@og_steiney]

Very Nice Build! - But you covered up your pretty box joints

[@UncleDoug]

Thanks, Dave. The joints are primarily for strength, but I agree that they can be quite attractive if simply stained and finished.

[@patmuser]

Hey Doug and Rusty, I've been binge-watching your videos for the past week and I've been enjoying them and learning a lot. Thanks very much for all the time and effort you've put into them. I've been thinking about building a champ-style amp for quite awhile now and your videos have made me think that I could actually do it. I like the idea of getting the parts myself instead of buying a kit. Due to limitations imposed by my living situation, I would not be able to build or cover a cabinet. Do you know of a source for cabinets like the one you built here? I know there are champ-style cabinets available, but they're designed to hang the chassis from the top instead of installing it on the bottom. Any thoughts on this would be appreciated. Thanks again and keep up the good work! -- Patrick

[@kurt1618]

You are a fantastic teacher. Each step was well discussed

[@UncleDoug]

Thanks, Kurt :)

[@bengtjohansson6364]

Best tolex tutorial I've seen, thanks a lot!

[@UncleDoug]

Glad to hear it, BJ :)

[@UncleDoug]

Patrick McNamee, your inquiry did not allow for a Reply, so I'll answer up here and hope you see it. I think it's a great idea for you to build a Champ-style amp. Besides, the cabinet, the chassis is another challenge for most first-time builders. I believe that Weber sells chassis if you need one, and Mojotone offers amp parts and cabinets: www.mojotone.com/amp-parts/cabinets Best of luck with your project.

[@tonyb.7158]

Excellent Uncle Doug! This was a project I was going to take on this summer building my own cabinet! Now....Any Idea on some good cheap speakers for a good Bluesy tone?

[@UncleDoug]

I have had great luck with modern Jensen speakers. Some people moan and groan about them being made in Italy (I believe), but they sound great and are very reasonably priced. I buy mine from Musician's Friend.

[@tonyb.7158]

Thanks for the info Uncle Doug! Hope all is well and always great to see a video from you. I always gain alot of much needed info.

[@UncleDoug]

You're welcome, Marc. Best of luck :)

[@UncleDoug]

We're both doing quite well, thanks. I hope the same is true with you. You're welcome for the video.....glad you enjoyed it. Rusty sends his regards :)

[@lquick6]

Your video is EXACTLY what I was hoping to find. Thank you sooooooo much

[@UncleDoug]

You're welcome, I6. Glad it was helpful.

[@rockers2rockers616]

Very high quality workmanship and it shows. Very nice Uncle Doug.

[@UncleDoug]

Thanks, R2R :)

[@rhondaskinner7071]

I really enjoyed your video and learned so much! Thank you!

[@UncleDoug]

You're welcome, RS.

[@Tonetwisters]

Very cool. My older brother started building PA cabinets in 1965 and later built his own amps and bigger PA cabinets ... He was an ace at applying Tolex and grill cloth.

[@MrBrymstond]

So nice and the gold look sets it off, perfect

[@UncleDoug]

Thanks, Mr. B :)

[@coldsunrecordings-ultrathi6383]

You posted this almost 5 years ago and here I am following this tutorial to recover my old Marsland projector cabinets today! If it comes out close to what you have accomplished here, I will be one happy fella! Thanks so much for posting this.

[@UncleDoug]

You're welcome, CS. I hope it turns out great !!! Good luck.

[@timbower9413]

Very detailed and informative. I didn't know what to do with the corners. I'm actually carpeting PA cabinets, but I think the techniques you covered in this video have me on the right track now. Thanks again.

[@nlmetalhead]

Very well made, you can clearly see you have the skill and patience...

[@UncleDoug]

+nlmetalhead Thanks, NL.....glad you liked the video :)

[@MarianneCothern]

Thank you for taking time to make and share this fantastic tutorial. So thorough and clear.

[@UncleDoug]

We're glad you enjoyed it, Marianne.

[@electricwu]

Very nice to see, good explanations and funny intermezzo's with Rusty. Thanks Uncle Doug!

[@UncleDoug]

You're welcome, Jim. Thanks !!!

[@ultimatesoundbarrier]

one of the best video tutorials i have ever seen, it shows clearly how to do it, it guides you thru the critical phases to get a good finish. thank you so very much for sharing your knowledge !!!!

[@UncleDoug]

You're quite welcome, USB. Rusty and I really appreciate your nice comments and wish you the best :)

[@ChrisCookPrime]

Good stuff, even 10 years later!

[@UncleDoug]

Thanks, Chris :)

[@Dan79istheman]

Hi Doug, Thanks so much for all your efforts in the series. As mentioned before, I have really learned so much from these videos. I guess I am also grateful for how much time you must put in to do both the build and the filming/editing of the videos. I am part way through a build at present, and am just about to start the cabinet, so a lot of your teaching's will now be used. Amazing timing. I also loved seeing Rusty play ball. Have a great weekend Doug. Regards, Dan

[@jorrickthole6505]

Nice CCR lick at the end 👍. Great instruction, incredibly informative. Thank you sir

[@UncleDoug]

Thanks. Glad it was helpful, Jorrick.

[@somakmaitra]

Thanks a lot for such a wonderful tutorial Uncle Doug.

[@UncleDoug]

You're welcome, Somak :)

[@SpamSundays]

You Sir, are an artist!

[@UncleDoug]

Thanks, SS :)

[@mrsconley666]

wonderful looking cabinet

[@PJ-ee5mc]

It was nice hanging out with you and Rusty! I very much appreciate your kind help and great explanation of this process as I move forward with my own. Thank you for sharing your experience with all of us.

[@UncleDoug]

Our pleasure, Clinton. Good luck with your project.

[@leoz6338]

Thank you very much for these amp build videos. I made a 1 x 12 cabinet and followed all of your instructions. It came out great. Even the Tolex. Thanks again.

[@UncleDoug]

That's great to hear, Leonard. You're welcome :)

[@michaelquigley7927]

Great Job Doug. I am retolexing and old 60's Fender 2-12" speaker cabinet for the first time and your video will be helping me in a huge way. TY and keep up the great work. I am 60 and the last 7 years in a band (recently ended) called SideTraks, but all our You Tube video's were under the search of 'Quigfest'. My last name is Quigley. Anyway, no band right now, so I am doing the same type of restoration projects. PS: I am the Bass player in the band. TY again Doug.

[@UncleDoug]

+Michael Quigley You're welcome, Michael. I'm glad the videos were helpful. Best of luck with your cabinet re-covering job :)

[@johnchase8510]

Thanks for another well done tutorial Doug. It is nice to see there are other folks meticulous enough to time their screws whenever possible. The overall selection of componentry makes for a very classy look.

[@UncleDoug]

You're quite welcome, John, and thanks for the kind words :)

[@TheRoiderien]

HI Uncle Doug. I just Tolexed a speaker cabinet over the weekend and used your method for doing corners--it gave me the best result I've ever achieved. Thanks for all your great tips and techniques.

[@UncleDoug]

You're welcome, Roid. It's great to hear that your project went well. Congratulations !!!

[@drkaplin98]

Ron Swanson approved! Nice video, thanks

[@UncleDoug]

Dan Kaplin You're welcome, Dan. Ron says, "Thanks for watching".......and lots of other quotes: ronsays.tumblr.com/ :)

[@abarbee81]

I feel so glad to have experienced your knowledge and insight. I wish I had an uncle like you. Now, I do. Thanks.

[@UncleDoug]

Welcome to the family, Andrew :)

[@josephcote6120]

Rusty is a great helper. With his help this turned out darn nice.

[@UncleDoug]

He is indeed, Joseph. I would be lost without his guidance and assistance.

[@ronallen2458]

I've got a super small cabinet to tolex and it has been stressing me out more than a baby. Then I watched this! I am looking forward to the job now. Uncle Doug and Rusty to the rescue once again.

[@UncleDoug]

We're glad to hear that, Ron. Best of luck with your project :)

[@utahprepper8925]

Real nice work Doug! Thanks so much for taking the time to document everything. I know how much work it is making the amp - there are a lot of things that have to fit together and that makes it hard enough. To do all that work, PLUS video-document it all, is really a labor of love! And thanks to Rusty for overseeing everything and making sure you don't mess up!

[@UncleDoug]

You're welcome, Dave. Rusty and I really appreciate your nice comments :)

[@colinmcmurray2007]

Hey Doug. I’m colin from Norther Ireland. Really enjoyed your video. I have an old Selmer treble n bass mk2 that has been slowly disintegrating in my studio. I love the amp and would hate to see it die completely but there’s no one here that can re-cover it for me without having to ship it to England. I think your video has given me the confidence to give it a go myself. Thank you very much for taking the time to make it. I’d say give my best to Rusty but I just noticed the video is six years old and he looked to be enjoying his twilight years even back then. Hope you’re doing well Sir. Best wishes, Colin

[@UncleDoug]

I hope the video helps you to recover your old Selmer amp, Colin. Best of luck with the project. Sadly, Rusty did pass away several years ago. Thanks for your nice comments.

[@CoreyHamill]

Thanks Uncle Doug for all your awesome tutorial videos... I've learned so much! :)

[@UncleDoug]

You're welcome, Corey :)

[@stephenbarton2625]

Hi Doug I know this is an older video but I cannot thank you enough for putting it together. It says this video was made 6 years ago. I have to tell you 6 years ago I never thought I would start playing guitar to the point I would build an amp. I acquired an old Gibson GA-5T chassis that I am almost finished building a cabinet for. My last step is putting the tolex on. Your video series has been such a good reference for me. I cannot thank you enough. Thank you thank you!

[@UncleDoug]

Glad it helped, Stephen. Best of luck with your project.

[@rheidtech]

Excellent. Great teacher. Beautiful piece.

[@UncleDoug]

Thanks so much, RH.

[@1inDnile]

Excellent Doug. Entertaining but most of all very Educational.Thank You so much. Very neat work. Patience is indeed a virtue.

[@UncleDoug]

You're welcome, David :)

[@1inDnile]

I wish I had your knowledge of valve amps and circuitry,I have a few valves amps but a couple of them need fixing but IM NOT SURE WHERETO START. Keep up the good work and solder on. many thanks for your inspiration.

[@bullthrush]

A beautiful cabinet, and an excellent tutorial series. Thank you! Nice to see Rusty's contract demands met in an appropriate manner. :))

[@79lpcustom]

Excellent, clear and informative video. Thank you!

[@UncleDoug]

You're welcome, 79 :)

[@gregg4164]

A beautiful well done job. Seems patience is really the key more than anything here.

[@UncleDoug]

Thanks, Gregg :)

[@doggiedaddy-gj3sm]

I'm sure glad I watched this series before I attempted to do this myself! Thank you Mucho! this was very impressive and educational! Now at least I might attempt it.

[@UncleDoug]

Best of luck with your project, DD. Glad the video was helpful :)

[@DICAP65]

Thanks so much for your detailed tutorial. Your a true craftsman !

[@UncleDoug]

....and you are a true gentleman (or lady) for saying so. You're quite welcome, DI. Thanks for your kind words :)

[@rwickl7439]

Thank Uncle Doug for this great tutorial on applying tolex. I have an old Fender Twin that didn't have covering when I got it. I have been fretting over trying to do it myself but after watching and learning I now have the confidence to tackle it. So let the fun begin... Thanks, Dean

[@UncleDoug]

You're welcome, Dean. Best of luck with your project :)

[@BourneAccident]

Gee, I hope Rusty didn't get offended when you switched to the hand held camera. All in all, what a great project and fabulous result. In fact, you were so perfectly detailed that I realized that I am not capable of taking on this project at my present skill level, so I shipped my Fender Twin shell to a professional to get it recovered. Thanks for helping me make that decision, and thank Rusty too.

[@UncleDoug]

Bourne Accident Rusty is still trying to get the contact cement off of his paws, but says "Hello". We hope the cabinet turns out great :)

[@luisadrianlara5561]

Hi! I’m not making guitar amps but rather pinhole large format film cameras with a similar design. Your videos have given me exactly what I needed to wrap my cameras in leatherette. Thank you soooo much

[@UncleDoug]

You're welcome, Luis. Good luck with your projects.

[@thermionic1234567]

It’s been well over twenty years since I read “Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance;” but my takeaway from that had to do with the concept about work and craftsmanship being a form of worship/meditation. Bravo! I declare you the Pope and Dalai Lama of El Paso, Texas!

[@UncleDoug]

Wow.....thanks so much, Jeff. Time to meditate :)

[@lennierichardson1387]

Good looking build, Doug. Sounds good, too. Thanks for making such a clear and complete instructional video!

[@UncleDoug]

You're welcome, Lennie. I'm glad you enjoyed it.

[@philmackenzie1541]

Hey thanks a lot for your excellent tutorial- I have successfully completed a small cabinet and am working on a medium sized one. I couldn't have done it without your help! Especially your idea on how to do the corners, which was a serious problem to my previously ignorant self! C(4n), phil.

[@UncleDoug]

You're welcome, Phil. It's great to hear that the video was helpful. Congratulations on the success of your covering projects :)

[@RegebroRepairs]

Loads of steps in this process, but clearly a slow, careful process that are beginner friendly. I love it. Now I might use some tolex to get a vintage feel for some of my stuff in the future. :-)

[@AcousticCafeDuo]

Thanks so much Doug, I learnt a bundle to do my Drum-kit travel box.

[@UncleDoug]

Roger Dunlop You're welcome, Roger. Best of luck with your project.

[@Silktribe]

Doug... I don't know if you're gonna read this, but on the off chance you do... This video gave me the motivation, confidence and believe I was missing to finally turn my boring 2x12 into a custom cab with new Tolex, metal grill front cover, custom speaker set up and adjustable tilt angle. I've always toyed with the idea but never went through with it because I didn't believe I could do it... but you are right. It's fine if something doesn't work out in the first attempt. Thanks a lot. You're a great inspiration, an accomplished craftsman, an extremely talented teacher/instructor and an awesome ball man for Mr. Rusty!

[@UncleDoug]

I try to read all comments, Sy, and thoroughly appreciated yours. Thanks so much. It's great to hear that the videos assisted you in completing your project. Congratulations and best wishes for equal success on all future projects.

[@Silktribe]

@@UncleDoug No, thank YOU! Sincerest regards from Germany.

[@johnsaltsman9125]

Thanks, Uncle Doug! This is the perfect video for my project.

[@UncleDoug]

That's good to hear, John. Best of luck with it.

[@joecarson8281]

I know, I'm commenting again. But, I followed your directions this weekend and i'm very happy with the results. Thank you again for making a seemed difficult operation understandable and fun. Best regards to Rusty.

[@UncleDoug]

Joe, your comments are always welcome :) I'm really glad to hear that the video was helpful, and that the amp-covering project went well. Rusty thanks you for remembering him, and sends his greetings ^. .^

[@byrdz2313]

Respect for Uncle Doug. Informative and my kind of humour. This is stuff that I wouldn't even think of doing but I really enjoy watching.

[@UncleDoug]

Thanks, Michael. We're glad you do.

[@djfrank59]

Another great series! This amp came out real nice! I can't believe how good it sounds also! I would have to practice with scrap cabinets and cheap covering before I would attempt covering an actual amp. But, this video is good for me learning the basics...I can do the electronics with my eyes closed, but this is a new challenge :) From time to time, I get a customer asking me if I could reupholster the amp for them, but I've been turning them away not only because of the lack of knowing how to do it, but I can't use adhesive chemicals in my shop at home...PS: Rusty can jump & catch the ball quite well! :)

[@UncleDoug]

Thanks, Frank. Like all rather complex challenges, the covering process just takes planning and practice. If you get some time, you might try a few small pieces to get the feel for it. Considering his age, Rusty is still quite the athlete. He can't jump nearly as high as he once could, but he has great stamina.....unlike his wheezing old papa :))))

[@nymsmacgregor7232]

Now I can cover my homemade 5F1 Champ with tweed..the real tweed, not the fake plastic tweed. Doug, your videos are like going back to college, only enjoyable. Hugs...Nyms

[@UncleDoug]

Thanks, Nym. Best of luck with your project. I warn you that real tweed is a challenging material for cabinet covering.......as you will soon discover.

[@nymsmacgregor7232]

@@UncleDoug...yes, it will be... I've done the fake tweed before...this real stuff has already been pre-coated with tinted shellac or lacquer so it's stiff...that will make it much easier for me. Nyms

[@sharkskinboy]

Great job Doug, your passion, attention to detail and workmanship are inspiring. Thank you!

[@UncleDoug]

You're quite welcome, SB.

[@ErwinStoepman]

Thanks for the videos Uncle Doug!

[@UncleDoug]

+Erwin Win You're welcome, Erwin.

[@InterWebGuy99]

I'm about to start my third guitar case using your method as closely as I'm able to adapt it to cases rather than cabinets. The first case came out very well, the second case came out even better. I am very confident this third case will also come out well, thanks to watching this video again before each project. I really appreciate the time and effort you took to make such a detailed and clearly explained video.

[@UncleDoug]

You're welcome, IWG, and congratulations on your continued (and increasing) success :)

[@ronniepirtlejr2606]

Great job explaining things! And a master job uncle Doug!

[@UncleDoug]

Thanks, Ronnie :)

[@CharlieTechie]

Excellent video series, especially on applying the Tolex to the cabinet. Learned much and feel more confident in trying my hand at it. Thanks for taking the time to do the video; I know it can be a pain to do the work and videography at the same time.

[@UncleDoug]

You're welcome, Chuck. I'm glad the video was clear and helpful.

[@jkmsaturn]

Bravo! Excellent craftsmanship.

[@UncleDoug]

Thanks, IG :)

[@mimmocacciapaglia3417]

Must be nice to have an uncle like you to have a cabinet covered :-))) YOU ROCK, UNCLE DOG!!!

[@UncleDoug]

Thanks, MC. If I were your uncle, I would still insist that you cover it yourself, while I watched (while drinking a beer ) :)

[@TheSinglecoillover]

I just want to say how much I appreciate your videos. I am currently knee deep in my first amp project and your videos have taught me almost everything I currently know about tube amps. This series in particular has allowed me to achieve great results in upholstering my own cabinet. Thanks a million and keep up the good work!

[@UncleDoug]

You're welcome, SC. It's great to hear that the videos are helpful. Best of luck with your project :)

[@marshallm967]

Uncle Doug you are the best(all ranges). You have inspired and taught me how to do many things...including the cabinet build I am currently working on...BTW which is kicking my butt. I made many mistakes and redos, most of which could have been avoided if I had paid closer attention to your instruction...what a learning experience. Unfortunately I ruined a couple of pieces of vintage(salvaged) grill cloth most identical to what you used here..sadly---but chalk it up to a learning experience...Thank you from the heart for all your extraordinary hard work, you are an inspiration!

[@UncleDoug]

You're quite welcome, Michael. We all make mistakes......it's the best way to learn how to avoid them :)

[@jaybabin-o2421]

What a beautiful amp! Thank you for the wealth of knowledge!!!

[@UncleDoug]

You're welcome, Jay. Thank you !!

[@tw634]

I greatly appreciate the detailed explanations you gave for all these steps. Thank you for the effort you put into this series.

[@UncleDoug]

You're welcome, TW. We're glad the video was helpful.

[@thomascowan1825]

Very impressive Uncle Doug. You have many great talents !

[@UncleDoug]

You are too kind, Thomas. Thanks.

[@rafaelreis7879]

hi there. You are just like God, seriously, i'm making my own pedalboard and i'm looking a video like this for a long time, and it's being very helpful for me. Thank you so much regards from Brazil.

[@UncleDoug]

Wow, you are too kind, Rafael. I am very glad to hear that the video is helpful. Thanks for your very kind words and best of luck with your pedalboard project :)

[@christopherward4372]

This is great!!!!! Really well done, and looks amazing!!!!!

[@UncleDoug]

Thanks, Chris. I'm glad you enjoyed the video :)

[@ZombieLincoln666]

Man your channel is such a treasure. I remember building a combo amp back in like 2004 and there was so little information available compared to now

[@UncleDoug]

Thanks, ZL. We're glad our videos are helpful :)

[@wellreadbeef]

Very well done. Found this video by chance, but after watching and seeing your conviction I'm a subscriber now. I'll be trying to see the rest of the series and expand my amp electronics knowledge with your instruction. Mucho thanks for all your efforts and sharing. Trying to extend the life of my old MusicMan 410 Sixty-Five. Good stuff Uncle Doug.

[@UncleDoug]

You're welcome, Z. Welcome aboard :)

[@jkcymbal]

Thanks uncle Doug. Great inspiring work.

[@UncleDoug]

You're welcome, JK :)

[@bradrebar101]

I followed your instructions to the letter and it came out great. I made a few little errors but I managed to cover them up. Thanks so much!

[@UncleDoug]

You're welcome, Brad. I'm glad the video was helpful.

[@tofflor2170]

Very god instruction, I'm glad I saw this before I jumped into covering a few cabs and heads, many nifty little tricks in there. Thank you!

[@UncleDoug]

You're welcome, Henrik. Best of luck with your projects.

[@chriscable8300]

Thank you Uncle Doug for inspiring me to pick up my soldering iron. This amp is beautiful. I'm just getting started, and I hope to be able to build my own amp some day.

[@UncleDoug]

You're welcome, Chris. We hope you you do too. Let us know how it turns out.

[@andrewkoontz6760]

Thank you Uncle Doug! Your videos were a great help to me as I stripped my old Fender Bassman 10 amp and recovered it with navy blue vinyl fabric! You are a great teacher and excellent craftsman. Cute dog, too.

[@UncleDoug]

You're welcome, Andrew. Rusty and I are really glad to hear that you were able to successfully recover your Bassman after watching our videos. We appreciate your nice comments and wish you the best.

[@y00h0011]

Very nice job. Detailed.. Proper terminology. Integrity. ....You're a great teacher.

[@UncleDoug]

Thanks, Y :)

[@MyVantasticLifeVoyage]

Just finished my first speaker cab build today it turned out excellent! Your videos showed me everything I needed to know and gave me the confidence to do it. Starting another build tomorrow!

[@UncleDoug]

Great to hear, Pete. It's good to know that the videos are helpful.

[@stefano.cavallaro]

Extremely well done!!!

[@UncleDoug]

Thanks, Steve :)