Musical Instrument Makers Forum

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141 thoughts on “Musical Instrument Makers Forum”

  1. Need guitar neck
    Will Sinclair

    I am wondering where i can find a genuine gibson explorer neck and pick-ups. I have a LP body with nothing on it and i really want to turn it into an explorer on the LP body. I would love any help or info anyone here can give. thanks
    will

  2. Marimbas
    Jim Morel

    Dear Sir/Madam

    I work for a company called Travellers Worldwide in Knysna, South Africa bringing volunteers from around the world to teach English, drama and music in our township schools.

    Over the past few years, we have unearthed an abundance of pure, raw talent from these amazing kids and it has been my objective since, to form a musical workshop to bring out, train and expose these ‘naturals’.

    Many of these kids, especially the homeless ones, would seldom, if ever, be given any oppurtunities in life and it is my aim to provide a musical skills training workshop, run by volunteers and music pupils from the schools we teach at. In this way we not only develop talents, but have uneducated kids being influenced directly by the school learners themselves. I beleive it is our duty to share whatever we can with those who are not as fortunate and have limited oppurtunities due to their environment.

    I have a aquired some sponsorship of used instruments from various organisations like Buskaid and the Jo’burg Philharmonic Orchestra as well of the use of a local recording studio. Some of our local bands like Skanky Corps and musicians like Wendy Dewberry(jazz) and Johan Rautenbach (classical) have agreed to assist in teaching and guidance. We will be hand-crafting as many of the instruments as possible, but obviously approaching companies for sponsored instruments too.

    I am desperately seeking sponsorship of instruments, books and building techniques. If you can assist in any way we would be forever grateful.

    Kind Regards

    Jim Morel
    Assistant Manager, South Africa
    Travellers Worldwide – voluntary placements overseas
    Postnet Suite 24, P/Bag X31
    Knysna, 6570, South Africa
    Cell: +27 (0) 834003266
    Fax: Tel: +27 (0) 443826302
    Email: [email protected]

  3. Locking nut install
    James O'Gorman

    This is a question on how to properly install a locking nut on a guitar neck that was not originaly equipped with one.
    The neck is Maple with Rosewood fretboard, brand new from Mighty Might, a Fender Licenced Left handed replacement strat neck, for use on a right handed guitar.

    any info or links would be greatly appreciated.

    Thanks.

  4. saz making questions
    alexandar

    hallo
    does anybody can help me about saz making ….i need to know which material i can use to make wooden pegs for saz ….and also wich wood is good for making bridge…………..i find one graphicon about saz fret knot teing but it is not very clear to me….if anybodu have picture of that knot please send to me…..also i have to know somwthing about conecting between neck and body on saz or lute…..
    cpecialy if the bodi was made from one piece of wood

    thanks

    1. Re: saz making questions
      aslan

      hey ya matey, i have almost finished building an electro saz/baglama. add me to msn messenger if u have, i can share some ideas with u. squish_ishy_82 at hot mail.com

  5. Bracing
    Rodolfo

    Hi i’m workin on a dreagnought finger cut slimbody acoustic based on martin’s DC-16RGTE Premium, i have some troubles with the braciong, gonna make a scalloped x bracing but i have no idea of the size of the srips….

    evry drawinf is made based on images taken from the web and measuring given in martin’s site… very accurate tough…

    i would apreciate any info about this bracing…

    1. Re: banjo/ukelele parts
      Jerome

      : I am looking for parts to repair and make banjo ukes can you help me please?
      : Regards
      : David

      Hi! Is this David Bottomley whom I once jammed with back in Toronto in the early 1980’s? I’d greatly appreciate a reply either way. I am trying to find David to say hello and see how music and life is treating him. Jerome 🙂

  6. Laquers
    Tony Beason

    I have recently completed my first build. It is an Ash body with a blue stain and laquered. I used Stew-Mac’s spray laquer. It looks really good but this stuff seems very brittle. It chips, scratches nd gouges at the slightest touch. Does any body have any advice? Is there another laquer or clear finish I can put on top of it that won’t get damaged so easily?

    1. Re: Laquers
      Michael Payne

      If it is the Nito Lacqure from the spray can, fix the chips and scratches by drop filling,wipe with denatured alcahol on a lint free piece of muslin, coat with a coat of a 100% wax free shallac sanding sealer, this aids the next coats in adhearing to the older finish. Then two coats of a high end nitrocellulos lacqure. Allow at least 10 days for the lacqure to cure. level sand with 600-800-1200-1500-2000 wet dry sand paper lubercated with lightly soaped distiled water of kerosine. Buff starting with light grit polishing compound (Mequire’s #9) then polish with polishing compound (Mequire’s #7). Usally if a lacqure finish chips, ther was a burn in proble between coats. It is a good Idea to spray a light coat of denatured alcahol and allow to evaporate just prior to each coat of lacqure. This aids in the burn in of each coat.

  7. Trad. vs. channel/double-rod TRUSS-RODS
    Peter Stephen

    Twenty years ago when I started instrument making I used a traditional ( single rod in drooped groove with wooden cover strip)truss-rod system.Since then I have used the drooped rod in alloy channel type with sucess. Lately I’ve gone back to the trad. style and while they work reliably the neck relief also changes with climatic humidity!?
    Has anyone an idea of the processes here? Lenghth-wise moisture movement in the ebony fingerboard?

    1. Re: VENDO GUITAR IBANEZ Model JEM7VWH Steve Vai
      vadim

      : IBANEZ Model JEM7VWH Steve Vai ; TENHO FOTOS, INTERESSADOS NA COMPRA MANDEM-ME UM EMAIL ….ESTA COMO NOVA !!!
      Hola!Si te interesa puedo pagar 1500u$.

  8. where to buy a inexpensive guitar builder kit
    Justin Lawson

    where can i buy an inexpensive guitar builder kit? if you dont know what im talking about, go the the carvin.com site. i want ones like those. preferably a prs style.thank you

    1. Re: where to buy a inexpensive guitar builder kit
      Dana

      : where can i buy an inexpensive guitar builder kit? if you dont know what im talking about, go the the carvin.com site. i want ones like those. preferably a prs style.thank you

      – try going to http://www.grizzlytools.com . They have electric and acoustic guitar kits…

  9. floyd rose installation
    Stoney wagner

    I baught an ss-40 washburn body of ebay and was wundering about the tremelo. can an original floyd rose, and an ibanez lo pro both fit in the same size routed cavity? And when installing the pegs for the 2 point fulcrum, does any sort of glue need to be needed for the ferrules? Thnks a ton – waggs

  10. Violin Parts
    Violin Parts - Jitesh Jain

    Violin Parts – Makers of Violin Parts – Best Quality Violin Tailpieces, Chinrests, Pegs, Fingerboards, Mutes, Endpins, Saddle and Nuts . Parts also available for Viola, Cello and Double Bass.

    1. Re: Violin Parts
      Julie

      : Violin Parts – Makers of Violin Parts – Best Quality Violin Tailpieces, Chinrests, Pegs, Fingerboards, Mutes, Endpins, Saddle and Nuts . Parts also available for Viola, Cello and Double Bass.

      Pls send us a pricelist of all parts

    2. Re: Violin Parts
      hassley

      : Violin Parts – Makers of Violin Parts – Best Quality Violin Tailpieces, Chinrests, Pegs, Fingerboards, Mutes, Endpins, Saddle and Nuts . Parts also available for Viola, Cello and Double Bass.

      Yes, I am interested in your parts, send a pricelist

    3. Re: Violin Parts
      S Gold

      : Violin Parts – Makers of Violin Parts – Best Quality Violin Tailpieces, Chinrests, Pegs, Fingerboards, Mutes, Endpins, Saddle and Nuts . Parts also available for Viola, Cello and Double Bass.

      Send us your Samples and prices to my email [email protected]

    4. Re: Violin Parts
      Yu Ki

      : Violin Parts – Makers of Violin Parts – Best Quality Violin Tailpieces, Chinrests, Pegs, Fingerboards, Mutes, Endpins, Saddle and Nuts . Parts also available for Viola, Cello and Double Bass.

      We are makers of Violin , we would like to see your quality of pegs and tailpieces.

    5. Re: Violin Parts
      Terry Smith

      : Violin Parts – Makers of Violin Parts – Best Quality Violin Tailpieces, Chinrests, Pegs, Fingerboards, Mutes, Endpins, Saddle and Nuts . Parts also available for Viola, Cello and Double Bass.

      I am a wholesaler in USA, and would like to receive your prices and examples of quality.

    6. Re: Violin Parts
      Shane

      : Violin Parts – Makers of Violin Parts – Best Quality Violin Tailpieces, Chinrests, Pegs, Fingerboards, Mutes, Endpins, Saddle and Nuts . Parts also available for Viola, Cello and Double Bass.

      I would like to see your prices.

    7. Re: Violin Parts
      Anthony Scotts

      : Violin Parts – Makers of Violin Parts – Best Quality Violin Tailpieces, Chinrests, Pegs, Fingerboards, Mutes, Endpins, Saddle and Nuts . Parts also available for Viola, Cello and Double Bass.

      Send a catalog and a pricelist.

    8. Re: Violin Parts
      Kim

      : Violin Parts – Makers of Violin Parts – Best Quality Violin Tailpieces, Chinrests, Pegs, Fingerboards, Mutes, Endpins, Saddle and Nuts . Parts also available for Viola, Cello and Double Bass.

      We want to buy violin parts in bulk. Send your prices

  11. Violin Parts in Ebony, Rosewood and Boxwood
    WBO

    We are makers and exporters of Best Quality Violin Parts – Tailpieces, Chinrests, Pegs, Fingerboards, Endpins, Mutes, Saddle and Nuts . We also make parts for Viola, Cello and Double Bass . The parts are available in Ebony, Rosewood and Boxwood.

    We maintain a high quality and are supplying violin parts to all over the world.

    Pls contact us at: [email protected]

    Jitesh Jain
    91-33-24795826
    World Business Overseas

  12. Violin Parts
    Jitesh Jain

    We are makers and exporters of Best Quality Violin Parts – Tailpieces, Chinrests, Pegs, Fingerboards, Endpins, Mutes, Saddle and Nuts . We also make parts for Viola, Cello and Double Bass . The parts are available in Ebony, Rosewood and Boxwood.

    We maintain a high quality and are supplying violin parts to all over the world.

    You may contact us at: [email protected]

    Jitesh Jain
    World Business Overseas

  13. Stella 4-string parlor-sized bass (?)
    Rick

    I recently purchased a Stella 4-string, parlor-sized guitar. I’m not sure if it is a bass guitar or not, though. It is 36" in length, with a 21 fret fingerboard, 1-1/4" neck width at the nut. Any light that could be shed on this cool guitar would be appreciated.

    1. Re: CNC and Lutherie
      Duane Greene

      : Hello,
      :
      : I’m new to the group. I play guitar. The reason I am writing this is because I have a question. Before I ask the question I need to let you know a couple of things.
      :
      : I am a CAD CAM software teacher and application engineer for a large manufacturer of CNC machinery. For anyone who does not know what a CNC machine is –> ( a Computer Numerically Controlled machine.) For anyone who does not know what CAD CAM is –> (Computer Aided Drawing and Computer Aided Machining) In words, I draw a 3D guitar neck or archtop sound board on the computer and a machine with a router bit cuts the part out automatically. This automated manufacturing process is used by all of the larger guitar companies. I have trained some of them! I have been assigned by my company, MulticamNW, to hold monthly educational workshops, seminars and open houses for different industries. The goal is to educate people who have an interest in this technology. Before I hold an educational workshop for luthiers I am trying to get a feel of what the interest level would be.
      :
      : Workshop:
      :
      : show how lasers and touch probe scanners are used to gather the 3D shapes of existing guitar parts.
      :
      : Show how a luthier would use CAD as a design tool to design new instruments.
      :
      : Show how a luthier would use this technology to create a complex inlay that would otherwise take days.
      :
      : Show the functions and limitations of CNC machines and how they would best apply to Luthiers.
      :
      : At the Workshop I would like to actually cut a guitar neck, fretboard with a radius, archtop soundboard, Artistic 3D relief such as a Dragon and possibly a bridge.
      :
      : Questions for you:
      :
      : 1. If this 1 to 2 day workshop was held free of charge in an area close by you, would you want to attend it?
      :
      : 2. Do you think that CNC technology is cheating when it is applied to Lutherie? If so or if not, why?
      :
      : Thanks ahead of time for any responses. 🙂
      :
      : Any suggestions would be very appreciated..

      : I am available to call if you like..
      : 253-315-0623
      :
      : Thanks,
      : Isaiah Coberly
      : [email protected]

      yes!!!!

    2. Re: This popular thread has been given its own page :... Isaiah Coberly
      Isaiah Coberly

      Hello,

      I’m new to the group. I play guitar. The reason I am writing this is because I have a question. Before I ask the question I need to let you know a couple of things.

      I am a CAD CAM software teacher and application engineer for a large manufacturer of CNC machinery. For anyone who does not know what a CNC machine is –> ( a Computer Numerically Controlled machine.) For anyone who does not know what CAD CAM is –> (Computer Aided Drawing and Computer Aided Machining) In words, I draw a 3D guitar neck or archtop sound board on the computer and a machine with a router bit cuts the part out automatically. This automated manufacturing process is used by all of the larger guitar companies. I have trained some of them! I have been assigned by my company, MulticamNW, to hold monthly educational workshops, seminars and open houses for different industries. The goal is to educate people who have an interest in this technology. Before I hold an educational workshop for luthiers I am trying to get a feel of what the interest level would be.

      Workshop:

      show how lasers and touch probe scanners are used to gather the 3D shapes of existing guitar parts.

      Show how a luthier would use CAD as a design tool to design new instruments.

      Show how a luthier would use this technology to create a complex inlay that would otherwise take days.

      Show the functions and limitations of CNC machines and how they would best apply to Luthiers.

      At the Workshop I would like to actually cut a guitar neck, fretboard with a radius, archtop soundboard, Artistic 3D relief such as a Dragon and possibly a bridge.

      Questions for you:

      1. If this 1 to 2 day workshop was held free of charge in an area close by you, would you want to attend it?

      2. Do you think that CNC technology is cheating when it is applied to Lutherie? If so or if not, why?

      Thanks ahead of time for any responses. 🙂

      Any suggestions would be very appreciated..

      I am available to call if you like..
      253-315-0623

      Thanks,
      Isaiah Coberly
      [email protected]

  14. Instructions to make small guitar similar to backpacker
    Teresa

    Help any one… looking for the dimensions of a small guitar…one similar to the martin backpacker. My dad makes musical instruments. He is very interested in building one similar to the backpacker. Any help would be appreciated.Thank you,Teresa

    1. Re: Instructions to make small guitar similar to backpacker
      todd

      : Help any one… looking for the dimensions of a small guitar…one similar to the martin backpacker. My dad makes musical instruments. He is very interested in building one similar to the backpacker. Any help would be appreciated.Thank you,Teresa

      http://www.luth.org/plans/archtop.htm Here’s one called the travel guitar

  15. STEWMAC "BRIDGE SAVER"
    Dave Hanna

    Anyone have any experience with the plugging tool STEWMAC.COM sells to repair bridge plates? The tool cuts a hemi-spherical hole in the bridge plate and a second cutter cuts a matching plug from a piece of scrap. You then glue the plug into the hole, redrill the string hole and the repair is "complete". How does this repair affect tone? Long lasting?

    1. Re: Backpacker guitar
      Joe Scislowicz

      : Looking for plans on how to build a backpacker acoustic guitar?

      I have been working on a dulcimer that looks a little like the back backer guitar from Martin. I am interested in obtaining plans if you have them. Thanks.

      1. Re: Backpacker guitar
        joel millikan

        yes i keep posting but put the wrong email address

        : : Looking for plans on how to build a backpacker acoustic guitar?

        : I have been working on a dulcimer that looks a little like the back backer guitar from Martin. I am interested in obtaining plans if you have them. Thanks.

      2. Re: Backpacker guitar
        joel millikan

        :yes iam indeed im building one in shop at school and its prety hard to do it myself

        : Looking for plans on how to build a backpacker acoustic guitar?

        : I have been working on a dulcimer that looks a little like the back backer guitar from Martin. I am interested in obtaining plans if you have them. Thanks.

        1. Re: Backpacker guitar
          joel millikan

          : : I"ve made my own plans email me for more info.
          : I am interested in your plans; Can you send them to me.
          : Thank you

          im making one in shop do u think u could send me the plans

    1. Re: Accessories of String Instruments
      D.H.Yu

      : Tailpieces, Chinrests, Fingerboards, Pegs , Endpins in Ebony , Rosewood and Boxwood for Violin, Viola, Cello and Double Bass Available -Any Quantity. E-Mail us: [email protected]

      We are interested in Big Quantities, send your offer.

    2. Re: Accessories of String Instruments
      D.H.Yu

      : Tailpieces, Chinrests, Fingerboards, Pegs , Endpins in Ebony , Rosewood and Boxwood for Violin, Viola, Cello and Double Bass Available -Any Quantity. E-Mail us: [email protected]

      We are interested in Big Quantities, send your offer.

    3. Re: Accessories of String Instruments
      Michael

      : Tailpieces, Chinrests, Fingerboards, Pegs , Endpins in Ebony , Rosewood and Boxwood for Violin, Viola, Cello and Double Bass Available -Any Quantity. E-Mail us: [email protected]

      What are your prices for Fingerboards ? Do you sell Saddle and Nuts

    4. Re: Accessories of String Instruments
      Jitesh Jain

      : Tailpieces, Chinrests, Fingerboards, Pegs , Endpins in Ebony , Rosewood and Boxwood for Violin, Viola, Cello and Double Bass Available -Any Quantity. E-Mail us: [email protected]

      Parts Available in All Models and Size.

    5. Re: Accessories of String Instruments
      Jitesh

      : Tailpieces, Chinrests, Fingerboards, Pegs , Endpins in Ebony , Rosewood and Boxwood for Violin, Viola, Cello and Double Bass Available -Any Quantity. E-Mail us: [email protected]

      Also Available Carved Accessories – Tailpieces, Chinrests, Pegs, Endpins

    6. Re: Accessories of String Instruments
      C J Intl

      : Tailpieces, Chinrests, Fingerboards, Pegs , Endpins in Ebony , Rosewood and Boxwood for Violin, Viola, Cello and Double Bass Available -Any Quantity. E-Mail us: [email protected]

      What is your price for Best Quality Guarneri Style Chinrest

  16. martin backpacker
    andrew whiteman

    hi all
    i amke small guitars as a hobby, can anyone tell me the eaxct dimensions of a martin bp steel strung and maybe what syle the bracing is ?
    can anyone help ?
    cheers
    Andrew

  17. Bridge plate addition
    Michael Breid

    Has anyone out there every "added" the small bridge plate to the bridge plate on a flat top guitar? What were the results? Did you notice any difference in tone? Some people think the small added bridge plate ruins a guitar’s tone. What do you think? Thanks- Michael Breid

  18. Video: Making a flat top guitar
    Bill

    I want to build a steel string guitar. Does anyone know where to find a video that contains all of the necessary steps on buidling one including all of the measurments? I have never build a guitar before. I have a book on guitar making but I don’t understand the book. I feel a video would be more helpful.

  19. Stella guitar
    Art Jackson

    I have a Stella (by Harmony)six string guitar. It is a small guitar. I would call it a child’s guitar. It has a sunburst finish. Bolt on bridge with pass through holes for the strings versus bridge pins. There are 12 frets from the nut to the body. Number inside is 614H929.
    Faded date stamp looks like 69M with made in USA below. Any ideas?
    Thanks for your help. Also have a Harmony mahogany Folk made in 65.
    Art Jackson

  20. All Accessories manufacturers & exporters for violin family
    Viki

    Hello!!

    We introduce ourself as a
    manufacturer and exporter of
    parts & accessories for Violin,
    Viola, Cello, and Bass. In wood like
    Ebony , Rosewood and Boxwood.
    Like Pegs, Tailpiece, Fingerbord, Chinrest etc.
    in any modal and designe, as well as hand
    carved accessories, all of fine quality.

    As well as metal fittings in 100% brass.
    Like Chinrest Clamp, Adjusters, Mutes etc.
    with high quality Golden and Chrome plattings.

    Please inform us your requirements and Address,
    so we can send our samples as per
    your intrest, free
    of any charge.To see our actual workmenship.

    We shall be waiting for your reply,
    Thanking you , We remain ,

    Best regards,
    Viki

    M/S. VIKI EXPORT
    6 A , MULLICK STREET
    CALCUTTA – 7 INDIA
    T – 91 33 239 7010 , 218 7823
    455 1233 , 455 1251
    F – 91 33 239 3664 , 238 4544
    Mobile – 91 098301 66251
    e-mail : [email protected]

    1. Violin parts & accessories manufacturers & exporters
      Viki Exports (Pvt) Ltd

      : Hello!!

      : We introduce ourself as a
      : manufacturer and exporter of
      : parts & accessories for Violin,
      : Viola, Cello, and Bass. In wood like
      : Ebony , Rosewood and Boxwood.
      : Like Pegs, Tailpiece, Fingerbord, Chinrest etc.
      : in any modal and designe, as well as hand
      : carved accessories, all of fine quality.

      : As well as metal fittings in 100% brass.
      : Like Chinrest Clamp, Adjusters, Mutes etc.
      : with high quality Golden and Chrome plattings.

      : Please inform us your requirements and Address,
      : so we can send our samples as per
      : your intrest, free
      : of any charge.To see our actual workmenship.

      : We shall be waiting for your reply,
      : Thanking you , We remain ,

      : Best regards,
      : Viki

      : M/S. VIKI EXPORT
      : 6 A , MULLICK STREET
      : CALCUTTA – 7 INDIA
      : T – 91 33 239 7010 , 218 7823
      : 455 1233 , 455 1251
      : F – 91 33 239 3664 , 238 4544
      : Mobile – 91 098301 66251
      : e-mail : [email protected]
      :
      :

      1. Re: Violin parts & accessories manufacturers & exporters
        Melton Violins

        : : Hello!!

        : : We introduce ourself as a
        : : manufacturer and exporter of
        : : parts & accessories for Violin,
        : : Viola, Cello, and Bass. In wood like
        : : Ebony , Rosewood and Boxwood.
        : : Like Pegs, Tailpiece, Fingerbord, Chinrest etc.
        : : in any modal and designe, as well as hand
        : : carved accessories, all of fine quality.

        : : As well as metal fittings in 100% brass.
        : : Like Chinrest Clamp, Adjusters, Mutes etc.
        : : with high quality Golden and Chrome plattings.

        : : Please inform us your requirements and Address,
        : : so we can send our samples as per
        : : your intrest, free
        : : of any charge.To see our actual workmenship.

        : : We shall be waiting for your reply,
        : : Thanking you , We remain ,

        : : Best regards,
        : : Viki

        : : M/S. VIKI EXPORT
        : : 6 A , MULLICK STREET
        : : CALCUTTA – 7 INDIA
        : : T – 91 33 239 7010 , 218 7823
        : : 455 1233 , 455 1251
        : : F – 91 33 239 3664 , 238 4544
        : : Mobile – 91 098301 66251
        : : e-mail : [email protected]
        : :
        : : I would like to receive a copy of your catalogue. I have purchased parts from you before and am a satisfied customer. Send to: Melton Violins at 1091 Broadwater Pt. Rd., Churchton, MD 20733 USA

    2. Re: All Accessories manufacturers & exporters for violin family
      Cremonasia Inc

      : Hello!!

      : We introduce ourself as a
      : manufacturer and exporter of
      : parts & accessories for Violin,
      : Viola, Cello, and Bass. In wood like
      : Ebony , Rosewood and Boxwood.
      : Like Pegs, Tailpiece, Fingerbord, Chinrest etc.
      : in any modal and designe, as well as hand
      : carved accessories, all of fine quality.

      : As well as metal fittings in 100% brass.
      : Like Chinrest Clamp, Adjusters, Mutes etc.
      : with high quality Golden and Chrome plattings.

      : Please inform us your requirements and Address,
      : so we can send our samples as per
      : your intrest, free
      : of any charge.To see our actual workmenship.

      : We shall be waiting for your reply,
      : Thanking you , We remain ,

      : Best regards,
      : Viki

      : M/S. VIKI EXPORT
      : 6 A , MULLICK STREET
      : CALCUTTA – 7 INDIA
      : T – 91 33 239 7010 , 218 7823
      : 455 1233 , 455 1251
      : F – 91 33 239 3664 , 238 4544
      : Mobile – 91 098301 66251
      : e-mail : [email protected]
      : Greetings!
      We are int’l makers of fine double basses & accessories and are in urgent need of 1st quality
      pure black ebony fingerboards for the double bass and cello.
      Please email us your price list ASAP as we would like to place an urgent sample order!

      We invite you to have a quick look at our website < http://www.cremonasia.com&gt; Thank you very much!

      Sincerely yours,

      Jacques Gagnon
      :

    3. Re: Standard Brass chinrest clamp
      Sherry Zuke

      : Hello!!

      : Hello,
      I an interested in a standard brass chinrest clamp. Also interested in carved fittings, especially chinrest. Also interested in a brass mute. Interested in anything unique and unusual in carved fittings.

      Thank you.

      Sherry Zuke
      119-9th St. N.E.
      Mason City, IA 50401-2201\
      USA

      We introduce ourself as a
      : manufacturer and exporter of
      : parts & accessories for Violin,
      : Viola, Cello, and Bass. In wood like
      : Ebony , Rosewood and Boxwood.
      : Like Pegs, Tailpiece, Fingerbord, Chinrest etc.
      : in any modal and designe, as well as hand
      : carved accessories, all of fine quality.

      : As well as metal fittings in 100% brass.
      : Like Chinrest Clamp, Adjusters, Mutes etc.
      : with high quality Golden and Chrome plattings.

      : Please inform us your requirements and Address,
      : so we can send our samples as per
      : your intrest, free
      : of any charge.To see our actual workmenship.

      : We shall be waiting for your reply,
      : Thanking you , We remain ,

      : Best regards,
      : Viki

      : M/S. VIKI EXPORT
      : 6 A , MULLICK STREET
      : CALCUTTA – 7 INDIA
      : T – 91 33 239 7010 , 218 7823
      : 455 1233 , 455 1251
      : F – 91 33 239 3664 , 238 4544
      : Mobile – 91 098301 66251
      : e-mail : [email protected]
      :
      :

    4. Re: Standard Brass chinrest clamp
      Sherry Zuke

      : Hello!!

      : Hello,
      I an interested in a standard brass chinrest clamp. Also interested in carved fittings, especially chinrest. Also interested in a brass mute. Interested in anything unique and unusual in carved fittings.

      Thank you.

      We introduce ourself as a
      : manufacturer and exporter of
      : parts & accessories for Violin,
      : Viola, Cello, and Bass. In wood like
      : Ebony , Rosewood and Boxwood.
      : Like Pegs, Tailpiece, Fingerbord, Chinrest etc.
      : in any modal and designe, as well as hand
      : carved accessories, all of fine quality.

      : As well as metal fittings in 100% brass.
      : Like Chinrest Clamp, Adjusters, Mutes etc.
      : with high quality Golden and Chrome plattings.

      : Please inform us your requirements and Address,
      : so we can send our samples as per
      : your intrest, free
      : of any charge.To see our actual workmenship.

      : We shall be waiting for your reply,
      : Thanking you , We remain ,

      : Best regards,
      : Viki

      : M/S. VIKI EXPORT
      : 6 A , MULLICK STREET
      : CALCUTTA – 7 INDIA
      : T – 91 33 239 7010 , 218 7823
      : 455 1233 , 455 1251
      : F – 91 33 239 3664 , 238 4544
      : Mobile – 91 098301 66251
      : e-mail : [email protected]
      :
      :

      1. Re: Standard Brass chinrest clamp
        Jitesh Jain

        : : Hello!!

        : : Hello,
        : I an interested in a standard brass chinrest clamp. Also interested in carved fittings, especially chinrest. Also interested in a brass mute. Interested in anything unique and unusual in carved fittings.

        : Thank you.
        :
        : We introduce ourself as a
        : : manufacturer and exporter of
        : : parts & accessories for Violin,
        : : Viola, Cello, and Bass. In wood like
        : : Ebony , Rosewood and Boxwood.
        : : Like Pegs, Tailpiece, Fingerbord, Chinrest etc.
        : : in any modal and designe, as well as hand
        : : carved accessories, all of fine quality.

        : : As well as metal fittings in 100% brass.
        : : Like Chinrest Clamp, Adjusters, Mutes etc.
        : : with high quality Golden and Chrome plattings.

        : : Please inform us your requirements and Address,
        : : so we can send our samples as per
        : : your intrest, free
        : : of any charge.To see our actual workmenship.

        : : We shall be waiting for your reply,
        : : Thanking you , We remain ,

        : : Best regards,
        : : Viki

        : : M/S. VIKI EXPORT
        : : 6 A , MULLICK STREET
        : : CALCUTTA – 7 INDIA
        : : T – 91 33 239 7010 , 218 7823
        : : 455 1233 , 455 1251
        : : F – 91 33 239 3664 , 238 4544
        : : Mobile – 91 098301 66251
        : : e-mail : [email protected]
        : :
        : :

        Hello ,
        We are pleased to inform you that We are manufacturers and exporters of Carved accessories and Chinrest Clamps – Both Hill and U in Chrome and Gold . Our other items includes- Tailpieces, Pegs, Fingerboards, Endpins, Saddle and Nuts and Mute for Violins , Viola, Cello and Double Basses in All sizes and Models. Pls contact us at: [email protected] Ph:91-33-4795826 Jitesh Jain

    5. Re: Standard Brass chinrest clamp
      Sherry Zuke

      : Hello!!

      : We introduce ourself as a
      : manufacturer and exporter of
      : parts & accessories for Violin,
      : Viola, Cello, and Bass. In wood like
      : Ebony , Rosewood and Boxwood.
      : Like Pegs, Tailpiece, Fingerbord, Chinrest etc.
      : in any modal and designe, as well as hand
      : carved accessories, all of fine quality.

      : As well as metal fittings in 100% brass.
      : Like Chinrest Clamp, Adjusters, Mutes etc.
      : with high quality Golden and Chrome plattings.

      : Please inform us your requirements and Address,
      : so we can send our samples as per
      : your intrest, free
      : of any charge.To see our actual workmenship.

      : We shall be waiting for your reply,
      : Thanking you , We remain ,

      : Best regards,
      : Viki

      : M/S. VIKI EXPORT
      : 6 A , MULLICK STREET
      : CALCUTTA – 7 INDIA
      : T – 91 33 239 7010 , 218 7823
      : 455 1233 , 455 1251
      : F – 91 33 239 3664 , 238 4544
      : Mobile – 91 098301 66251
      : e-mail : [email protected]
      :
      :

    6. Re: All Accessories manufacturers & exporters for violin family
      kessler violins

      : Hello!!

      : We introduce ourself as a
      : manufacturer and exporter of
      : parts & accessories for Violin,
      : Viola, Cello, and Bass. In wood like
      : Ebony , Rosewood and Boxwood.
      : Like Pegs, Tailpiece, Fingerbord, Chinrest etc.
      : in any modal and designe, as well as hand
      : carved accessories, all of fine quality.

      : As well as metal fittings in 100% brass.
      : Like Chinrest Clamp, Adjusters, Mutes etc.
      : with high quality Golden and Chrome plattings.

      : Please inform us your requirements and Address,
      : so we can send our samples as per
      : your intrest, free
      : of any charge.To see our actual workmenship.

      : We shall be waiting for your reply,
      : Thanking you , We remain ,

      : Best regards,
      : Viki

      : M/S. VIKI EXPORT
      : 6 A , MULLICK STREET
      : CALCUTTA – 7 INDIA
      : T – 91 33 239 7010 , 218 7823
      : 455 1233 , 455 1251
      : F – 91 33 239 3664 , 238 4544
      : Mobile – 91 098301 66251
      : e-mail : [email protected]
      : plase email price list
      :

      1. Re: All Accessories manufacturers & exporters for violin family
        Dario Perez

        Please,
        I would like to buy a significant quantity of accessories for violin ( pegs, tailpieces, endbuttons, and chinrest). Violin sets of several kinds of wood. Can you transmit your prices to me?
        I’m from Paris, France.
        Thank you very much
        Best Regards
        Dario Perez

      1. Re: free violin plans
        vito

        <span #nmouseover="_tipon(this)" #nmouseout="_tipoff()"><span class="google-src-text" style="direction: ltr; text-align: left">: : Where can one obtain a few sets of free violin plans from which to begin construction of one?</span> :: Gdje se mogu dobiti nekoliko skupova bez violinu planova iz kojih za početak gradnje jednog?</span>

      2. Re: free violin plans
        pizzo John

        : : Where can one obtain a few sets of free violin plans from which to begin construction of one?
        Plans to make Gaunieri "IL CANNONE" violin.

      3. Re: free violin plans
        Ed

        : : Where can one obtain a few sets of free violin plans from which to begin construction of one? How about free plans for Felix Savart’s trapezoid violins and violas?

      4. Re: free violin plans
        wendel de freitas

        <span onmouseover="_tipon(this)" onmouseout="_tipoff()"><span class="google-src-text" style="direction: ltr; text-align: left">: : Where can one obtain a few sets of free violin plans from which to begin construction of one?</span> :: Onde se pode obter alguns conjuntos de livre violino planos a partir do qual começa a construção de um?</span>

        1. Re: free violin plans
          antonio delgado calderon

          : : : Where can one obtain a few sets of free violin plans from which to begin construction of one?
          estimado palomares,te agradecere la o lasplantillas que me puedas mandar.saludos de un mexicano agradecido.

    1. Re: violin plans
      Jitesh Jain

      Sub: Export of Accessories of String Instruments
      Dear Sir,

      We have the pleasure to introduce ourselves as a leading manufacturer & exporter of Accessories of String Instruments .

      We are currently manufacturing the following products:

      Fingerboards,
      Tail Pieces,
      Pegs,
      Mutes ,
      Saddle and Nut,
      EndPins ,
      Chinrests,
      Frogs for Bows (different varities), Blanks for Frogs,
      Bows, etc

      The parts are available for all instruments: Violins, Viola, Cello, Double Bass and Guitar

      Please note that we are mfg very high quality products in ebony, boxwood, rosewood etc and are currently exporting to USA, UK , Germany and Japan on a large scale. We can also manufacture parts as per your requirements.

      We would like to offer our products for your requirements of the same, pls send your enquiries so that we will send our samples for your kind consideration. I am 100% sure, you will like our products

      Awaiting your reply,

      Best Regards,

      Jitesh Jain
      Calcutta
      India
      Ph:91-33-4795826

  21. Luthier forum in spanish?
    Miguel a. Medina

    Deseo contactarme con luthiers de habla hispana.
    Soy luthier en guitarras eléctricas exclusivamente, prototipos y fuera de serie, totalmente artesanales.

    1. Re: Luthier forum in spanish?
      alejandro

      :Hola,soy un luthier de guitarras tradicionales españolas,y de cuerdas de acero.Aunque hace poco me mude a los EEUU y todavia no he podido comenzar con mi taller aqui,estoy preparando todo para el proximo año.Me gustaria saber donde estas,y que tipo de guitarras(modelos)fabricas.Es importante que los luthiers intercambiemos informaciones utiles para la profesion,y estemos todos conectados.Asi que es un gusto comenzar una correspondencia contigo.Espero pronta respuesta.Saludos.Ale

    2. Re: Luthier forum in spanish?
      sebastian polanco

      : Deseo contactarme con luthiers de habla hispana.
      .me gustaria tener informacion de como hacer guitarras
      por favor les agradesco cualquier informacion mandarmela a mi correo

      1. alguien sabe como hacer la CAJA?
        Julia

        Hola hace tiempo que estoy intentando saber como me puedo hacer una Caja, que es un instrumento del Noroeste argentino. Tengo leves ideas de como es la cuestiòn pero no queiro meter la pata. si alguiien tiene algo de informaciòn mandenmela !!!! muchas gracias. Juli

        1. Re: This popular thread has been given its own page :... martin
          martin

          este tipo tiene planos, pero a kabio de dinero.
          yo no tengo dinero, pero si alguno de ustedes en su desesperacion los kompra, le pido por favor ke me explike komo se monta el brazo de la guitarra acustica y sobre todo komo funciona el tornillo del brazo.
          y si el desesperado resulta ke soy yo y consigo dinero para komprarle ese planito, ya sabran de mi.
          mi email: [email protected]

          el email y la web del vendedor de planos de guitarra:
          [email protected]
          http://www.arrakis.es/~cottaguitars/planos.html

      2. Re: Luthier forum in spanish?
        arturo

        : : Deseo contactarme con luthiers de habla hispana.
        : .me gustaria tener informacion de como hacer guitarras
        : por favor les agradesco cualquier informacion mandarmela a mi correo
        : porfavor alguien me podria mandar los planos de una acustica my correo es [email protected]

      3. necesito ideas de como hacer guitarras
        pablo

        : : Deseo contactarme con luthiers de habla hispana.
        : .estoy necesitando planos o formas sobre como hacer guitarras electricas… tipos de maderas, medidas exactas…
        partes…etc..

        desde ya muchas gracias.. por favor los que puedan resolver mi problema, escribanme a mi correo…

        pablo

        1. Re: necesito ideas de como hacer guitarras
          jesus cota

          si te han ayudado no seas mala persona y ayudame tu, para yo saber las medidas de las guitarras, espero con ansiedad que me puedas ayudar, gracias y adios.

        2. Re: necesito ideas de como hacer guitarras
          jesus

          : : : Deseo contactarme con luthiers de habla hispana.
          : : .estoy necesitando planos o formas sobre como hacer guitarras electricas… tipos de maderas, medidas exactas…
          : partes…etc..

          : desde ya muchas gracias.. por favor los que puedan resolver mi problema, escribanme a mi correo…

          : pablo

            1. Re: planos para una guitarra eléctrica, POR FAVOR!!!
              ReYNI

              : Hola a Todos!!!
              : Necesito los planos para elaborar yo mismo una guitarra eléctrica (ojalá de una ESP Explorer o de una Gibson Esplorer, ya que son casi lo mismo)para poder hacerla en casa. He buscado por toda la web y no encuentro absolutamente nada. Apelo a su generosidad.
              : Saludos desde peru y de antemano
              : GRACIAS!!!
              pero k la guitarra sea de madera ps

            2. Re: planos para una guitarra eléctrica, POR FAVOR!!!
              eduard sheilom

              : Hola a Todos!!!
              : Necesito los planos para elaborar yo mismo una guitarra eléctrica (ojalá de una ESP Explorer o de una Gibson Esplorer, ya que son casi lo mismo)para poder hacerla en casa. He buscado por toda la web y no encuentro absolutamente nada. Apelo a su generosidad.
              : Saludos desde mexico

              antemano
              : GRACIAS!!!

            3. Re: planos para una guitarra eléctrica, POR FAVOR!!!
              Alessandro Martinez

              : Hola a Todos!!!
              : Necesito los planos para elaborar yo mismo una guitarra eléctrica (ojalá de una ESP Explorer o de una Gibson Esplorer, ya que son casi lo mismo)para poder hacerla en casa. He buscado por toda la web y no encuentro absolutamente nada. Apelo a su generosidad.
              : porfavor envienmelos
              : GRACIAS!!!

            4. Re: planos para una guitarra eléctrica, POR FAVOR!!!
              leonardo

              : Hola a Todos!!!
              : Necesito los planos para elaborar yo mismo una guitarra eléctrica (ojalá de una jen ibanez o prs, ya que son una de las mejores guitarras)para poder hacerla en casa. He buscado por toda la web y no encuentro absolutamente nada. Apelo a su generosidad.
              : Saludos desde Chile y de antemano
              : GRACIAS!!!

            5. Re: This popular thread has been given its own page :... Adolfo Salazar Pávisic
              Adolfo Salazar Pávisic

              Hola a Todos!!!
              Necesito los planos para elaborar yo mismo una guitarra eléctrica (ojalá de una ESP Explorer o de una Gibson Esplorer, ya que son casi lo mismo)para poder hacerla en casa. He buscado por toda la web y no encuentro absolutamente nada. Apelo a su generosidad.
              Saludos desde Chile y de antemano
              GRACIAS!!!

          1. necesito los planos de una guitarra acustica a ser posible
            arturo

            : : : : Deseo contactarme con luthiers de habla hispana.
            : : : .estoy necesitando planos o formas sobre como hacer guitarras electricas… tipos de maderas, medidas exactas…
            : : partes…etc..

            : : desde ya muchas gracias.. por favor los que puedan resolver mi problema, escribanme a mi correo…

            : : pablo

            1. Re: necesito los planos de una guitarra acustica a ser posible
              avigahil

              : : : : : Deseo contactarme con luthiers de habla hispana.
              : : : : .estoy necesitando planos o formas sobre como hacer guitarras electricas… tipos de maderas, medidas exactas…
              : : : partes…etc..

              : : : desde ya muchas gracias.. por favor los que puedan resolver mi problema, escribanme a mi correo…

              : : : pablo

              1. Re: necesito los planos de una guitarra acustica a ser posible
                nestor guzman tocto

                : : : : : : Deseo contactarme con luthiers de habla hispana.
                : : : : : .estoy necesitando planos o formas sobre como hacer guitarras acusticas… tipos de maderas, medidas exactas…
                : : : : partes…etc..

                : : : : desde ya muchas gracias.. por favor los que puedan resolver mi problema, escribanme a mi correo…

                : : : : pablo

                1. Re: necesito los planos de una guitarra acustica a ser posible
                  Luis Aalberto (via moderator)

                  yo tambien necesitos planos de guitarra acustica, por favor si teneis planos mandarmelos a mi e-mail. gracia

        3. Re: necesito ideas de como hacer guitarras
          luis

          : : : Deseo contactarme con luthiers de habla hispana.
          : : .estoy necesitando planos o formas sobre como hacer guitarras electricas… tipos de maderas, medidas exactas…
          : partes…etc..

          : desde ya muchas gracias.. por favor los que puedan resolver mi problema, escribanme a mi correo…

          : pablo

          1. Re: necesito ideas de como hacer guitarras
            ...:::Eddie:::...

            sobre como hacer guitarras eléctricas, http://www.guitarraonline.com.ar/construccion.htm
            hay unas descripciones de variedades de maderas en,
            http://www.todomusica.com.ar/maderas.htm
            en http://www.prosound.cl hay handmade (hecho a mano) donde hay un luthier, lamentablemente nosé como te puedes contactar con él. Espero ayudarte en tu problema…

            P.S: Si te interesa la microafinación comprate un trémolo Floyd Rose… en las cápsulas te recomiendo EMG, hay distintos tipos dependiendo de lo que quieras tocar, por ej. la cápsula doble 81 (que usa Metallica) es 0% ruido 100% potencia… si no cuentas con tanto dinero podrìas optar por la pedalera BOSS MT2 (Metal Zone) que, incluso con la peor guitarra del mercado tiene efecto asombroso, o también la ZOOM 505 II…

            1. Re: necesito ideas de como hacer guitarras
              yopo

              te creo que le sirva un pedal boss para la distorsion, pero la zoom 505II es un pedal multiefecto, y todos saben que las pedaleras multiefecto tinen unas distorciones como la callampa de malas. lo mejor pa las distociones o reductor de ruido son los pedales sueltos, de preferencia boss

  22. string instrument construction of the violin family
    peter dellis

    hi there my name is peter dellis and i am a maker of violins/violas/cello/bass and have my own workshop for the last ten years and would very much like to talk with any other makers about technique and construction of stringed instruments and look forward to your response.

    1. Re: string instrument construction of the violin family
      Joel Holmquist

      Hi!
      I’m Working in an Greej association building bosokis, guitars and now we are thinking of starting construckting violins also. It would be very nice exchange thougts and knowledgw with U.

  23. string instrument construction of the violin family
    peter dellis

    hi there to any other makers my name is peter dellis and i am a maker of violin/viola/cello/bass instruments and have my own workshop
    for the last ten years and would very much like to talk with any other makers on technique and construction look forward to your response

    1. Re: string instrument construction of the violin family
      Jitesh Jain

      We are makers of Violin Accessories- Tailpieces, Chinrests, Pegs, Endpins, Fingerboards, Mutes, Saddle and Nuts, in Ebony , Rosewood and Boxwood of Best Quality. Pls advise your requirements – [email protected]

    2. Re: string instrument construction of the violin family
      ramon

      hi my name is ramon and i am from argentina, i’m now entering the world of building instruments and i want to learn everything i can so i would like if you send me an e-mail and we can talk, thanks

    3. Re: string instrument construction of the violin family
      shoe son

      : hi there to any other makers my name is tri susanto this is the first time for me to make violin and i dont have any experience at all to make it so i need suggestion from you

  24. To buy musical accesories in cheap prices
    Pooyan Nassehpoor

    Dear everybody,

    I am importer of musical accesories and I like to import Glues, Tonewoods, Fingerboards, Strings, …in cheap prices but reasonable quality.

    Please email me any useful information.

    Thanks a lot.

    Pooyan Nassehpoor
    [email protected]

    1. Re: To buy musical accesories in cheap prices
      Jitesh Jain

      Sub: Export of Accessories of String Instruments
      Dear Sir,

      We have the pleasure to introduce ourselves as a leading manufacturer & exporter of Accessories of String Instruments .

      We are currently manufacturing the following products:

      Fingerboards,
      Tail Pieces,
      Pegs,
      Mutes ,
      Saddle and Nut,
      EndPins ,
      Chinrests,
      Frogs for Bows (different varities), Blanks for Frogs,
      Bows, etc

      The parts are available for all instruments: Violins, Viola, Cello, Double Bass and Guitar

      Please note that we are mfg very high quality products in ebony, boxwood, rosewood etc and are currently exporting to USA, UK , Germany and Japan on a large scale. We can also manufacture parts as per your requirements.

      We would like to offer our products for your requirements of the same, pls send your enquiries so that we will send our samples for your kind consideration. I am 100% sure, you will like our products

      Awaiting your reply,

      Best Regards,

      Jitesh Jain
      Calcutta
      India
      Ph:91-33-4795826

  25. marimba making
    Robert Burrell

    I wish to make my son (who is a symphonic percussionist) a concert marimba or xylophone and am looking for designs and plans and those who have ‘gone before’.

  26. fancy colored finishes?
    inta stella

    i am a cellist who got a hold of a "white" (unfinished) cello, and am looking for information or sources for a colored finish – specifically a transparent finish which will show the wood grain, but be a deep color – like, say, purple. anyone have any guesses or hints? (all are much appreciated)

  27. Kurt Cobain's Martin & Co. ( unplugged N.Y )
    Joe Garrido

    I am looking for the exact model of the Martin & Co. acustic guitar played by Kurt Cobain in N.Y unplugged. I am trying to make a similar guitar, so it’d be great if anyone could tell the right model and where I could find a design book or something. Thanks a lot!

  28. water logged spruce
    Jeff Miller

    Virgin growth white spruce. Salvaged from a northern Saskatchewan river. Submerged for between 30 and 100 years.
    Cut to buyers specifications. Slow growth between 5 and 20 growth rings per inch.

  29. learning how to do repairs
    Leonor

    Could you please let me know if there is a trade school in Colorado where a person can learn how to repair musical instruments?
    Thanks !

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