Today we will mostly be.....gluing the back on...... The back should fit like a glove. There is a satisfying 'thunk' as the lid goes on, almost like closing a jewellery box, as the brace ends tuck into the notches on the lining. This...
Acoustic guitars
Alone in the workshop – part 5 – Assembly 1
So far so good.... The tail block and heel block are both glued and clamped in the same way, then the sides can be glued down. There is a bit of work in fitting the sides- The kerfed lining is removed where it touches the bracing, and...
Alone in the workshop – part 4 – The black art of tap tuning
A functional work of art - 'scalloped' bracing brings out the tone of the guitar It's a shame that most of the really important work on an acoustic guitar is never seen, as it is on the inside.....The braces are carved roughly first, then graduated to weaken them and...
Alone in the workshop – part 3 – Evil magician visits workshop!
Bending the Sides - Uri Geller? Eat your heart out mate! Thought I'd update you on progress of the four guitars I started last week. The side bending went well - as you can see they are all roughly guitar shaped. It is a great feeling...
London IMS Elixir Stand – Jade Gallagher Joins Us
Bailey guitars used to demo Elixir strings at the London International Music Show. Jade Gallagher goes for a 'B1'. LMI - Try out a Bailey Guitar! Bailey Guitars on the Elixir stand! We decided against going to the show this year and are putting the money into helping...