I've learned a lot from other guitar builders over the years, and so this blog is a way for me to share my own build experiences and hopefully let others learn from my success and mistakes!
Fretboard design generator
1 Dec 2017 - cad, cnc routing, fretboard, javascript, laser cutting, maker, open source
A look at a tool I've made and open sourced to help you design and make fretboards for your guitars.
Making your own dot inlays
29 Nov 2017 - fretboard, laser cutting
How to make your own dot inlays for fretboards using a laser-cutter.
A week in the shop
25 Nov 2017 - 3d printing, fretwork, tips and tricks
A week spent working on necks: carving them, etching them, and fixing them when things go wrong! I also spend some time with a new 3D-printer.
IKARI at King Tut's
15 Aug 2017 - ikari, music, the chuncaster, video
Exciting times as I get to see both my brother's band and a guitar I built on stage at King Tut's Wah Wah Hut.
IKARI Ghosts
21 Jul 2017 - ikari, music, the chuncaster, video
Super proud of my brother and his pals who together have formed the band IKARI, who have their debut single launch today, Ghosts.
The first Electric Flapjack guitar is complete
31 Jul 2016 - ef1, telecaster
After a couple of months of effort, I’ve finally finished building my first guitar!