How it started

Having established a reputation for high standards in the timber craft sector throughout my working life, coupled with  a basic level of competence as a guitarist, I decided to try to fulfill a long held ambition of crafting an acoustic guitar for myself.  

Chronology

Acknowledging my limited knowledge of the extensive nuances of lutherie, I began a comprehensive research and familiarization exercise, delving into fine detail.

Research

Topics

  1. Guitar styles 

  2. Tonewoods

  3. Scale lengths, intonation and playability

  4. Hardware

  5. Aesthetic elements

  6. Preferred timber bending techniques

  7. Jointing techniques and optimal glues

  8. Finishes