What Would Paul Reed Smith Do? One Day Guitar Build!

[@GosselinCreative]

The older I get, the more I don't mind the imperfections in the wood. They're like cool birthmarks.

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Me too man

[@gpurkeljc]

If you had limited space for tools would you choose a bandsaw over a table saw to build guitars? 🤔

[@TexasToastGuitars]

@@gpurkeljc Every time Gary

[@gpurkeljc]

The marks on the body is giving me a Jupiter themed vibe.

[@bh8365]

Agree. Those particular irregularities in the wood make it unique. It's wood.

[@lynnfrancesanderson1829]

Yay!! You’re not yelling so loud! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽❤️ PRS I hope you get Paul to come build a guitar with you!! I have met him several times. I imagine if you contoured it, some of the inclusions would clean up and it would be lighter, of course. I bet to deal with the wormhole in the top, they’d do some kind of really cool inlay in that top.

[@TexasToastGuitars]

People are always telling me I talk too loud... in this world you got to SPEAK UP if you want to be heard.

[@Robster-Craw]

I recently picked up a 1980s Carvin Dc100 and it has this really cool wrap around bridge. it has an insert you put the strings in and it slides into the base and the bridge has brass saddles. it has a brass nut as well. the thing sounds and plays amazing.

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Sounds cool man

[@danandratis]

Appreciate you spending your day-off with us, love the guitar history you fill-in - like the video!

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Thanks Dan, it was a really fun day

[@zachrichard7558]

Dude the canadien Brad in the background got me lol love the camaraderie and trash-talk between you guys

[@TexasToastGuitars]

I like having him there I feel safer knowing he is watching out for me.

[@ccchicken8889]

@@TexasToastGuitars He's not your fwend buddy!!!

[@fluidalchemist68]

@@ccchicken8889 he’s not you’re buddy, guy!

[@wayniackc]

I think my favorite minor detail is that Matt has an entire shop full of benches and tables, and yet he uses the trashcan to cut the body blank with the circular saw. 😂

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Old habits die hard

[@mikeivey8471]

It's the instant dust collection unit !! LOL

[@bobs_ya_runkle]

I just saw this comment after I said basically the same thing! ..lol..

[@johnulrich5572]

Super fun video. Always cool to watch a real builder make a guitar from scratch. I think PRS would have had a great time making a guitar with you. I have a lot of respect for guys who make their livings making guitars. In fact, I think Paul would want to give a fabric top a try.

[@TexasToastGuitars]

I think he might really enjoy that too. I'm not sure if he will ever see this but maybe we'll get an email from him :)

[@longrangelunatic]

Loved the video. I think one of the major characteristics of a PRS guitar is the finish. We need to see this completed.

[@TexasToastGuitars]

I'm not sure what we are going to do with this one, maybe one day we will finish it off

[@donaldfisher8556]

Hey Matt, very tastefully done. I, like so many others, look forward to your content. Oh, I want to thank you for allowing an entry level patron that is very affordable. It makes us feel apart of greatness. Thank you.

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Awesome! Thank you Donald.

[@reynaldocuevas6543]

I'm sure that even with the slight imperfections, the guitar would probably go down to the S2 line with a solid color instead of stains. Personally, I love those details that make the guitar unique and easily identifiable as your own.

[@TexasToastGuitars]

I'm not sure why they cut things in half or what can be fixed?

[@cleberlima3513]

I`m brazilian and a fan of PRS and you. Than U for this good humored video! Keep going! Love you and you work! Bravo!

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Thank you very much glad you enjoyed it my friend

[@petedazer3381]

Matt, you are truly a skilled craftsman! Thanks for the most excellent video!

[@TexasToastGuitars]

I appreciate that Pete

[@brad-guitar-miller813]

Very cool to see what can be done on a "day off" I hope PRS does see this and comes to the shop.

[@TexasToastGuitars]

That sure would be cool, who knows

[@EdwardT9]

I really like your attitude, and common sense to all this. Thanks for sharing your shop with this wanna-be guitar builder. :).

[@docsiltanen]

Hey Matt… I was very excited to see the GGBO reveal on Sunday, certainly miles beyond what anyone else is doing…but…. I'm just massively impressed with this video…. ONE DAY!!!…I'm in awe….even in my wildest dreams I couldn't see myself being able to go from lumber to an instrument in the course of a work day. You, sir, are a true master of your craft…. thanks for sharing !!!

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Thanks man but I don't know if I would call me a master... Chris on the other hand

[@docsiltanen]

@@TexasToastGuitars …. you're very modest, and Chris is amazingly talented as well…. I'm curious if Paul will reach out to you after seeing this video….wouldn't that be cool !!!

[@TexasToastGuitars]

@@docsiltanen That would be cool

[@kevincoffee3238]

Amazing what you can do with the right tools, knowledge, experience, and inspiration. That was cool, man. And I like the worm holes.

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Glad you enjoyed it Kevin, it was a really fun day

[@Brucifer67]

I really dig this and hope your make several more or make this a regular thing. We get to see the build from start to almost finish and it's cool to see you doing kinda what ever the hell you want to.

[@TexasToastGuitars]

I sure did have fun, thanks Bruce

[@andrewbarker9773]

a perfect way to spend your day off Matt, and yeah a PRS is a cool project to do, I would love to be able to do that, but at least I can watch you do it, cheers brother for sharing

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Thanks man really fun day, maybe we will finish it up one day?

[@kentlangham5811]

If Paul was at your shop I think he would build off of one of your guitars. Something like a thru-neck "Daily Driver" or "Prostitute", with crazy electronics. You are right, I think the light amber dye is the best finish for this project. I hope to see it completed one day.

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Thanks Kent, maybe one day we will find out. Maybe he will see this video and get an idea HAHAHA

[@jamesmacdougall9862]

Just a shout out to you Matt. Awhile ago you inspired me to do my first fabric top. It worked out great (although the epoxy got a little thin at the sides, should have taped off). Your workshop setup is masterful sir. As someone who is starting out and doing everything Ben Crowe style (sandpaper, rasp and straight edge) I hope to one day have a plethora of amazing tools like you. The pinrouter (of course) seems awesome, huge potential of jobs with that. And your neck radius-ing sanding jig made me drool a little (so easy to do compound radii). Anyway, enough shameless flattery, but just know that if I ever make my way to Colorado, I would love to swing by and meet the legend....and the other guy. Looking forward to seeing your Great guitar build off winning entry.

[@TexasToastGuitars]

If you ever find a legend in Colorado let me know and we'll both go over to meet him. Thanks for all the kind words James. Keep working man I didn't start out with all these tools. You will be surprised at how many of these things sort of appear one day after a few decades

[@bryantcrawford214]

I love the gold spots in that limba.man I'd love to have some of that wood.cheers Matt.great video.i think PRS would approve and appreciate what your doing cause well you're doing it.im sure he would want us all out there building.cheers

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Thanks man, this was a really fun project.

[@alexschmidt8214]

Awesome job for one day. I don't mind the holes, you could always full them with resin. Hopefully Paul would have had a beer with you at the end of the day, cheers 🍺

[@TexasToastGuitars]

That would be cool

[@shumakerguitarworkssgw9505]

I used to be in a band with a guy named Dave Daily, who worked for Paul when he first started.. Dave wound pickups for some of the original prs guitars.. he also wrote the song “this is how we do it” that they play at like every sports event, although they only gave him credit for the hook ..

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Oh cool man, I know that song

[@donaldfaulk8992]

glue the neck, install a nut, make the cavity cover and raffle it as a kit letting the winner install the rest of the hardware according to their taste. the imperfections are easy to fix and the winner could refinish it however they choose. p.s. you are the bandsaw wizard and an excellent craftsman. I'd buy it as is. donald in louisiana

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Thanks man, I don't know what will happen with this one

[@WadoDragon]

Fun video, was nicely paced. I enjoy the full builds.

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Glad to hear it my friend

[@spannerman4886]

Perfection is a dangerous thing Matt! There's nowhere left to go😉

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Good thing I will not have to worry about that HAHAHA

[@ThrushCZX]

7:11 Ooooh, that Explorer looks SHARP! More on that please!

[@TexasToastGuitars]

It's a pretty standard explorer guitar if you are looking for a custom version we can get one going for you

[@FrugalFixerSpike]

Great build Matt, your methods make more sense all the time!!

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Thanks Spike, these videos were really fun

[@KenMagee]

Ugh. You make everything look so easy my man. I would love to build a 1 day guitar.

[@TexasToastGuitars]

You can do it Ken

[@jasoncalvert4536]

As I have been learning to build guitars you and Chris are my go to standards for how to make awesome guitars. Like you PRS is the ultimate test or measure of can I do it. You guys make that journey possible. Thank you so much for everything.

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Rock on Jason

[@stevenfolino405]

Great job Matt, I’m really impressed with your build quality and craftsmanship. I’d still like to make it out to Texas Toast someday (New Steve in CA) and really learn how to make set neck guitars. Lastly, great job on the GGBO. You guys were by far the most entertaining to watch and your guitar is incredible. Quite the homage to the quality and design of the Texas Toast brand.

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Thanks a million Steve, we will be offering a set neck guitar build class this year

[@plexibreath]

Not to change the subject but... You guys have a lot of great tricks up your sleeves, maybe you have one for this. Routing templates for positive and negative shapes. So, what I mean, If I have a unique shape for a plate that covers the back side control cavities I'd like the cavity shelf it sits on to be a perfect fit all the way around. I know I could carefully make both templates slowly fitting the inner template into the outer one, but there's got to be a better way, a "trick". I've thought of one. Make the outside template of MDF to the ideal shape for the route into the body, then set it on a flat surface topped with wax paper, then pour some hardening substance inside the shape, or maybe a hardening clay putty to make a temporary inner template (for the plate), then put the temporary template over MDF to route out the final plate template. I should end up with a plate template that perfectly fits within the shelf route of the body. But sheesh, there has to be and easier trick!

[@TexasToastGuitars]

That is a tricky one John, the best one we have for that is a set from guitartemplates.com There are lots of other great template companies out there too.

[@vacustoms]

Man... you make me wanna go build stuff... awesome job as always...

[@TexasToastGuitars]

You should get to work brotherman :)

[@JC-11111]

Been waiting on this one! 😎 You ought to make this and the Leo Fender vids some sort of series. Some of your most viewed videos are "What Leo Fender got wrong" vids. 👍

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Those are good videos and I really like them. I have a few ideas for more longer videos like this.

[@BBQ1953]

That would be a great series. Leo went off with George Fullerton and came up with magnetic field design (MFD) pick ups that they mounted in their S-500 guitars. I played over 70 Strats before I found my S-500. I’m sure the guys at Texas Toast would have a good handle on some other things Fender could do better.

[@BrianBeamers]

It’s sweet! I love the imperfections in the wood! I’m a bassist but I would still rock it

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Thanks brotherman the Lil' Thunder pickup might be just right for you

[@Scott__C]

Looks cool, hope you finish it up. You should do your name on the headstock in a "signature" font like a PRS!

[@TexasToastGuitars]

That's a good idea!

[@theshotgunscientists]

Been looking forward to this one!

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Thanks for watching my friend

[@hkguitar1984]

Pretty Cool Sir, I like the way you think.

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Cool, thanks brotherman

[@zurowetz]

iv made about 30 guitars now and it thanks to you i know its might sound cheesy but you're my guitar builder hero

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Thanks so much my friend, I'm just a regular guy who took a lot of inspiration from the real masters

[@avielkharrat5788]

Did somebody count how many times Matt said Paul Reed Smith ? 🤪 Great concept. Totally loved the vid. Hope you do more of this. Maybe Léo Fender or Ted McCarty or... You name him.... Definitely gotta finish this build and let us know how it turned out!

[@TexasToastGuitars]

It's hard to just say Paul HAHAHA I'm not really sure what we are going to do with this guitar

[@Forest_Fifer]

If you had a Coors light every time he said Paul Reed Smith..you would still be sober.

[@avielkharrat5788]

@@Forest_Fifer sais Brad Angove! I'd be pissing like crazy though!!!! 🤣🤣🤣

[@shawnemenheiser5313]

You must be doing something right when you love what you do enough to come in on your day off to do it some more!

[@TexasToastGuitars]

It's pretty fun, we have to keep making videos... that is what my day off usually is.

[@mikesanzone4002]

Your a talented guy Matt....nicely done

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Thanks so much Mike

[@John-hi2yi]

Absolutely brilliant

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Thanks so much John

[@rayfabris2512]

always interested in the art of making guitars 🎸 so hell yeah 😎 I'll watch.

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Awesome, thank you Ray

[@mikeunderwood3998]

Hey Matt - Nice concept for a video and great content too. Well done

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Awesome, thank you Mike

[@Cablexman2k]

I think it's very cool. Love the grain.

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Thanks James

[@simonandradefonfach2317]

Hi Matt, your videos are awesome, you really encouraged me to start building my first guitar, i will follow your tips, hopefully i will make something playable. greetings from santiago , Chile.

[@TexasToastGuitars]

You can do it Simon, be sure to send me some pictures

[@tomwestley6803]

Great Vid Matt, maybe you should turn it in to a series? Do one for each of your "competitors" in the GGBO 2020.

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Oh man, that would be a big job, HAHAHA

[@LTGold007]

Thanks Matt that was very nice. thanks for using your day off this was nice quick and to the point..Texas Toast winners of the GBO2020 winners

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Glad you enjoyed it I'm kinda ready to move on from the GGBO and get back to work

[@kjemradio]

This guitar rocks. Great job Matt.

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Thanks brotherman

[@rlxguitars5160]

Great Video Matt My kinda Day right there.

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Mine too!

[@stevelynch7095]

Very cool video!!! I've been fighting this Covid-19 shit for almost a week now. I've been watching your videos set on auto play exclusively one right after the next for a solid 3 days now. Thanks for the very entertaining and often times comical video content...it has helped me greatly by taking my mind off this Covid-19 crap. I just subscribed to the channel...you guys rock...🤘 Steve in Va

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Hi Steve, That COVID is a drag man, glad you are enjoying the videos my friend. Hope you get to feeling better soon brother

[@maxupp]

Man, I wanna see this thing finished. I think you stumbled upon something really cool, but what PRS would never do: Build a Rustic Custom 24!

[@TexasToastGuitars]

We don't know what we will do with this guitar

[@DTGGuitars]

Would have loved to have seen Paul walk in behind you at the end 😀

[@TexasToastGuitars]

You and me both

[@pops71]

Great video and great work, as usual! I really appreciated the creative concept of the video. I know you and everyone else loves the pin router, as do I, but oh man that shaper is the bomb-digity! I remember seeing an old Taylor video where they were just burning through those Taylor headstocks with 2 of those, turning opposite directions. I have wanted one ever since!!

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Oh yeah man, the shaper is the real thoroughbred

[@chrishill264]

Beautifully done brother

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Thank you so much Chris 😀

[@MangledGuitars]

Damn dude, from beginning to the point of build is fast as hell! Bad ass!

[@TexasToastGuitars]

It was a long day though HAHAHA

[@SSRT_JubyDuby8742]

That was really enjoyable Matt, well in. I hope Mrs. Toast didn't mind too much 😎🎙🎸✅

[@TexasToastGuitars]

She didn't have the day off, we were both out of the house

[@SSRT_JubyDuby8742]

@@TexasToastGuitars I'm with you on that, there's no point being home alone, you might as well be active and get something done.

[@numberkruncherr]

That was fun, but what I really want to see now is "What would Brad Angove do?", I imagine that would be very entertaining.

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Now that would be fun.

[@jeroentenberg3791]

Great video Matt! Love the concept!

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Glad you enjoyed it, I sure had a great time

[@joebikeguy6669]

Really entertaining and informative. Could you fill the worm holes with wood dust and CA glue?

[@TexasToastGuitars]

I'm not sure what we will do with this guitar, maybe one day we will finish it?

[@onpsxmember]

Do you have any other video showcasing your fret-slot cutting jig? I hope you recorded this earlier. You all deserve some downtime after pushing through that great guitar build off thing. Great video. I don't know why but I like the colour of the wood without anything on it.

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Yes I have if you search fret slots on my page we have 3 or 4

[@onpsxmember]

@@TexasToastGuitars I'll watch them, thanks.

[@thecarolinahoosier3596]

Quite simply - I loved this vid.

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Thanks Mike, glad to hear you enjoyed it

[@williekeith5690]

16:52 look at the wall 🤣🤣🤣👌

[@TexasToastGuitars]

I like having him there watching over me

[@jvin248]

Matt, one of the things PRS does is stage neck inventory so they have a day or three for the wood to stabilize after each major cutting operation. Also, check out the MIA S2 guitar neck videos with the scarf joint method they got from their old MIK SE factory pals.

[@TexasToastGuitars]

I have heard that it takes about 30 days to make a PRS neck. I have never liked scarf joints but have used them quite extensively in the past

[@LTGold007]

@@TexasToastGuitars No Scarf joints YUK yuk hate them

[@PhoenixUnlimited]

Appreciate all the knowledge base brother. Going to try my hand at making an S type guitar for my birthday, you saved me a boat load of learning things the hard way. Thank you! Also on a side note my brain went a little too Beavis and Butt-Head with "swamp ash".

[@juliansuarez3849]

thanks Matt, you gave us a great guitar on your day off !!! without Mrs. Toast ??

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Mrs. Toast was at work too

[@TomL-]

Good stuff Matt, I really like these kinds videos that outline an entire project.

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Glad you liked it Tom

[@SteveWalkerGuitars]

I know I'm not PRS, but I'd love to spend a day in your shop!

[@TexasToastGuitars]

That would be fun, but I think I would have beard envy Steve :)

[@SteveWalkerGuitars]

@@TexasToastGuitars 😂😂 I have workshop envy so does that make us even?

[@oldmanzen6682]

Dude, this is one of my favourite videos of yours now. I know you said you assumed people would bitch at you about it, but man, I adored this. I love the concept of "what would XX do?" and being a PRS fan, this was great. I'm really hoping you do the same with other builders. Because you're not trying to be exactly like them, but rather show how they influenced you. I think that's absolutely fantastic. Once you've done all the big builders, I'd love to see your "What would Ben do" video. Just slice a guitar and go buck wild. Also, first thing that crossed my mind was that scoop. Glad you put that in. And would you be able to just fill in all the imperfections with some sawdust and glue and then just use a solid paint on it? You'd lose the grain, but I feel this could absolutely sell. Anyway, thanks for entertaining us on your day off.

[@TexasToastGuitars]

We might do some more videos like this in the future. I don't have any ideas right now but I'll think about it depending on how many people watch

[@tomseadon9965]

One of your best videos.

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Glad to hear it Tom

[@MarioinRmd]

Hi Matt. Are you (one day : ) going to use an ABR style bridge on this build? Did you put a neck angle on it? In general, what do you typically favour: angled pocket, or angled heel? I'm currently debating the two...

[@raycave2829]

Ahhhh so crimson, timed guitar build lol. seriously though some great lessons there thanks for sharing. Best thing is you know who you are and so do we.

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Thanks for watching Ray

[@danpejril]

What is the thickness of the Black Limba board? Enjoying the video, halfway through. Thanks for sharing.

[@TexasToastGuitars]

that board was 8/4

[@phereracer]

Hey Matt, that was fun to watch...Paul Reed Smith is my favorite builder of all time, so that made it all that much more enjoyable!👍🤘

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Glad you enjoyed it my friend

[@sam127001]

Really interesting and entertaining ! I really enjoyed seeing the process from chunk of wood to cool looking guitar !

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Awesome, thank you Sam

[@lloydpittonet]

The only thing I could ASSUME him Doing differently is a longer neck tenon to keep all the frets clear of the body. His obsession with the Les Paul DC jr is legendary.

[@TexasToastGuitars]

I thought that after it was finished too

[@grg-mpgmusic7247]

I like all the imperfect areas in the body and neck. Is it for sale when it is done? A nice stain that shows off all the wood grain would be nice.

[@TexasToastGuitars]

I kinda dig them too, I'm not sure what we are going to do with it

[@paulrobertson7980]

Really liking this Matt, kind of a tribute to one of your idols

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Thanks Paul, this was a really fun day

[@daledurgin]

I spy a painting holder on the EBO!

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Coming soon

[@RhythemNBlues]

You are the man Matt! Paul Reed who!

[@TexasToastGuitars]

thanks man

[@bh8365]

Very cool. Those wood so called imperfections would be perfectly ok for me if I had that guitar. It's the nature of wood.Who does the electronics? Chris for sure, but Matt also?

[@TexasToastGuitars]

I often have to remind Chris that I know how to make guitars too

[@ArturBrzozowski444]

This guitar is really cool and classy. I'm glad it won't be cut in half I hope that you will have another day off to finish this one. I wonder what color PRS would choose

[@TexasToastGuitars]

I would think that it would be that honey color the 58 Korina guitars had.

[@ArturBrzozowski444]

@@TexasToastGuitars That sounds sweet!

[@kmichaelp4508]

Okay... I want it. And I want the ?, and this that and the other. You go boy!

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Maybe one day we will finish this one

[@crispysyd9190]

That was fun!

[@TexasToastGuitars]

I sure had a good time doing it, thanks for watching

[@drittal]

I just now was able to watch this. Wow. You did in 7 hrs what takes me 7 weeks. Did you make what PRS would make in a day given what you had laying around? Yes. However his builds seem to revolve around incredible figured maple and multi-dimensional bursts/fades. I’d like to see what you and Chris could make in a week at his shop. I can’t even imagine the amazing lumber he has on hand.

[@TexasToastGuitars]

I know right, he has the good stuff kids go for

[@drittal]

Texas Toast Guitars I think PRS and Jesse have the same supplier!

[@TexasToastGuitars]

@@drittal They do, it's Chris's beard

[@drittal]

Texas Toast Guitars that makes sense now!

[@kennans]

Really enjoyed just the unsullied processWHOA! IS THE EB BASS GETTING A FINISH!?!

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Soon my friend

[@kennans]

@@TexasToastGuitars The video was great. Dug it.

[@ADFinlayson]

I wouldn't be cutting that in half Matt, lovely looking axe. What is the bit you're using in your shaper to route bodies with? I've got a spindle moulder in my shop but no such bit that will route bodies

[@TexasToastGuitars]

We don't know what will happen with this guitar

[@bobs_ya_runkle]

Great fun! Hey do you think Paul Reed Smith would use a trash can as a saw horse? Just wondering ..lol..

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Probably not

[@homersreluctantodyssey2508]

i wish i still had my 2000 mccarty soapbar, what a great guitar!! it was great when i 1st got it but then i got it set up by Orkie, paul's original sideman from the start, after that it was awesome. i was lucky enough to have been in orkie's extended family at the time. i think he's with knaggs guitar, he was last time we talked. Great build Matt!

[@TexasToastGuitars]

The one that got away, right

[@m7alan7johnson7]

Love the video, Matt! I own 3 PRS guitars. A custom 24, a Mark Tremonti signature and the Santana model. So, this was great fun to watch. You seemed to be having some fun and that's great. Oh, the lunch scene, lol. I just wish you would have kept going with that shot for a good 30 or 40 secs. That would have been hilarious. A real "Three Amigos" intro moment if you've seen the movie. Can't wait for more.

[@TexasToastGuitars]

I did have a blast with this one, thanks man

[@raymondwhitford433]

Texas Toast Guitars Kikikkkkkkku i

[@jlore6344]

Really fun video. Keep up the content like this. Also let us know when you are selling that guitar, its gonna be awesome.

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Thanks Jayson, I'm not really sure what will happen to this guitar

[@BAMozzy69]

I think its interesting to try and put yourself into the headspace of an idol. I think Paul would probably build a guitar based on the wood and templates available - especially if he only had 1 day to do it. I think that he would 'PRS' an existing design, like adding the scoop, making it a 25" scale, 10" radius, going for the truss rod he prefers (of course), maybe even putting a bevel around the top so its not flat and a belly carve to not only be comfortable, but reduce the weight. He may even have gone as far as using your Duplicarver too - they do make a Single Cut similar to a LP and so may have made something like the SC245 or McCarty 594. I think if he did come to your shop, it would be more interesting to hear about the decisions he has made over the years on some of the changes that have been implemented. As someone who has experimented and assessed thousands of different tweaks, modifications, parts etc, that experience is invaluable - even if you don't necessarily agree on things (like Type of Truss Rod), it can only be beneficial to be able to discuss these with him. He helped Nik Huber a LOT too and of course Joe Knaggs...

[@TexasToastGuitars]

I think so too, or maybe he would go completely outside the lines and create from within. Just for fun

[@mojo5763]

It looks great

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Thanks my friend

[@VacantCityDrifters]

the worm hole is cool ... double cut limba guitars should be raunchy .... i would vote for P90s ... i think it would've been cool to slice off the body top (maybe 3/8") and weight relieve the body bottom before gluing the top back on ... yeah you gotta leave enough wood in the bottom for structural integrity and securing the bridge/tailpiece ... but all in all i think this was cool!

[@TexasToastGuitars]

That would have been a cool thing to do, we had a truncated time frame but it would have been neat

[@chadwilliams1467]

This dude is awesome love his builds and his attitude as well,HELLUVA GUY

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Who, Paul Reed Smith?

[@chadwilliams1467]

@@TexasToastGuitars you man

[@chadwilliams1467]

@@TexasToastGuitars I've been watching you since you came on you tube,John Jagneaux and Mr Rowan told me about y'all before that

[@chadwilliams1467]

@@TexasToastGuitars I love what Paul does but I don't like the 10"radius necks,and I really strongly don't like the pickup's,but the fret work,wood,build quality could be some of the best and his Tremolos are AMAZING

[@chadwilliams1467]

@@TexasToastGuitars your hum hum carved top Teles are AMAZING and so is the non reverse flying v,Rockin Robin had one of your Tele style guitars a while back,loved it!!!!neck was SUPERB!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@MrSonorbakken]

Like it! Please finish it. And I really like that it was just the one video instead of a series. And by the way; I LOVE the ggbo guitar. I’m definetely buying some raffle tickets.

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Thanks man, I don't like the multi part series anymore either.

[@JimFeeley]

"You have to suspend disbelief"

[@TexasToastGuitars]

I never thought I would meet another truss rod geek HAHAHA

[@SixSixthSix]

I think he also wants to do yhe countersunk controls. That's one of the things I'f linked to prs!

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Oh that is a good one

[@rockabilly12]

Great video Matt.

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Glad you enjoyed it my friend