6-Day Intensive "Build Your Own Guitar from Scratch" Course
Unlock your inner luthier with our 6-Day Intensive Build Your Own Guitar from Scratch Course! This hands-on, immersive workshop is designed for guitar enthusiasts who are eager to take the ultimate step in crafting their own instrument. Over six full days, you'll build a bolt-on neck guitar from the ground up, choosing either a classic Fender-style design or crafting your own custom body shape to suit your personal style and preferences.
With expert guidance every step of the way, you'll gain the knowledge, skills, and confidence to create a fully functional, custom guitar. Whether you're a seasoned player or a complete beginner, this course offers an unparalleled opportunity to explore the world of guitar construction and make your dream instrument a reality.
Course Overview:
Before the course: Planning & Timber Selection
We'll kick off with an in-depth discussion of your design preferences, whether you're choosing a Telecaster, Stratocaster, Jazzmaster, or creating a custom body shape.
You’ll also choose the timber for your guitar, discussing the tonal characteristics of various woods (like alder, ash, or mahogany) to ensure your guitar sounds as great as it looks.
We’ll review the hardware options (pickups, bridge, tuners, etc.) and make sure everything is sourced and ready for the build.
Day 1: Timber preparation and start neck construction
Size and joint the body wood
Start the construction of the neck either on CNC or by hand
Day 2: Shaping the Body
Begin the shaping process of your guitar body, whether you're working with a classic Fender template or crafting your own original design.
Learn to use professional tools to cut, sand, and shape the body, achieving both comfort and aesthetic precision.
Day 3: Continue neck Construction
Learn the fundamentals of neck construction, including shaping the headstock, attaching the fretboard, and carving the neck profile.
You’ll also fit the neck to the body, ensuring proper alignment for bolt-on attachment.
Day 4: Electronics and Hardware Setup
Dive into guitar electronics as you install pickups, switches, pots, and output jacks.
Learn the art of wiring and how to integrate your electronics seamlessly, ensuring great tone and functionality.
Install all hardware, including the bridge, tuners, and controls.
Day 5: Setup & Finishing Touches
We’ll teach you how to set up your guitar for optimal playability, including adjusting the action, intonation, and pickup heights.
You’ll also apply finishing touches like sanding and polishing the body and neck, preparing for the final assembly.
Day 6: Final Assembly & Tuning
Assemble all components, including the neck, body, and hardware.
Perform a detailed final setup, ensuring your guitar plays like a dream, with perfect intonation, smooth action, and a flawless finish.
We’ll wrap up with a final play-test and adjustments to ensure your custom-built guitar is ready for action.
What You’ll Create:
A custom-built bolt-on neck guitar in your choice of Fender-style or a unique custom body shape designed by you.
Your choice of wood and hardware options, from classic Fender components to your preferred specifications.
A high-quality, fully functional guitar that you’ll play and cherish for years to come.
Course Details:
Duration: 6 Days (9 AM to 5 PM each day) can be split over a number of weeks
Format: Hands-on, interactive learning with expert guidance throughout.
Location: At my workshop in Pollar Yard, Manchester
Tools & Materials: All tools and equipment are provided. Before the course starts, we will discuss your timber and hardware preferences to ensure everything is sourced and prepared for you in advance. *Timber and hardwear not included in base price*
Why Take This Course?
This course is perfect for guitarists who have always dreamed of building their own instrument from scratch but didn't know where to start. You’ll learn from seasoned luthiers, gain insight into high-level construction techniques, and walk away with a guitar that is not only a unique reflection of your style but a high-performance instrument built with your hands.
By the end of the course, you’ll not only have an exceptional, custom-built guitar, but you’ll also have gained the knowledge and confidence to take on future projects, be it maintenance, upgrades, or even creating another custom masterpiece.
Limited spaces available! Don’t miss out on this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to create your own guitar from scratch. Secure your spot today and start building the guitar of your dreams.
Craft. Customise. Play.
**Price does not include timber or hardwear - we will discuss these before the course starts and I will arrange delievry to the workshop for when the course starts. Depending on hardwear and timber choices the oprices for this can be wildly different which is why I haven't included in the price**
Book the course then we can sort out dates that work for both of us. Weekends are available.
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£1,400.00Price
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