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Classical Guitar

September 27th, 2009 in The Gallery     
Xa Xa, member
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After buiding two workbenches, this classical guitar is my first real attempt at fine woodworking. It took me approx. 350 hours on 20 months overall, since I had almost no tool at the beginning. This was so enjoyable that two new instruments are in preparation...

Top: German Spruce

Back & Sides: Indian Rosewood

Neck: Spanish Cedar

Fingerboard & Bridge: Ebony

Inlays: Colored Maple

Finish: French Polish


Design or Plan used: My own design
posted in: The Gallery, musical instrument

Comments (3)

Jurgen01 writes: A beautiful piece of craftsmanship of which you have every right to feel proud. I'll bet it sounds as good as it looks, too. You have built a real treasure! Thanks for the photos and best of luck with your woodworking. Posted: 3:50 pm on September 28th
ohwoodeye writes: I am the furthest thing away from being musically inclinded so I can only imagine the great pride you had once you finished this project. How awsome it will be the first time someone compliments your guitar's looks or sound and you will be able to respond "Thanks, I made it myself"
Keep strumming or makinging sawdust.
Posted: 1:50 pm on September 28th
ckezen writes: Beautiful guitar, excellent job! Congrats from Brazil. Posted: 8:50 am on September 28th
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