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Ken Parker Archtoppery - The Neck Journey - 18) The Backstrap - Chapter 2 of 3
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Chapter 2 A Fine Trimming the Headstock and Neck to Fit the Backstrap Chapter 2 B Making a Smooth Neck to Headstock Transition Chapter 2 C Gluing the Backstrap LINKS: Ken Parker Archtoppery - Riff 005 Tuning Machine Installation: th-cam.com/video/uIsHwM1aS4I/w-d-xo.html Acid Brushes: www.amazon.com/Pro-Grade-Acid-Brushes-Count/dp/B07PHG2DQY/ref=sr_1_4_sspa?crid=24ZNXLBCU0UFL&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.ad...
Ken Parker Archtoppery - The Neck Journey - 18) The Backstrap - Chapter 1 of 3
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Chapter 1 A Introduction to and History of the Backstrap Chapter 1 B Preparing the Backstrap Chapter 1 C Trimming the Headstock & J-Strip Chapter 1 D Cutting the Neck to Receive the Backstrap LINKS: Hideo Kamimoto: Complete Guitar Repair: www.boosey.com/shop/prod/Kamamoto-Hideo-Complete-Guitar-Repair/2017920?srsltid=AfmBOooFI4AK2Xax4p_XLBIHAqVshHVUWmsWX4EBhTMCBkSuxzu9Npjw Ken Parker Archtoppery...
Ken Parker Archtoppery - The Neck Journey - 17) Fitting & Gluing the J-Strip
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Fitting the "J-Strip" headstock feature and gluing it into place. Links: See Ken Parker Archtoppery - Riff 020 - A “PSA” on Tape: th-cam.com/video/eI2Jc_UwXMU/w-d-xo.html DeWalt Small Trigger Clamps: www.dewalt.com/product/dwht83191/4-12-100-mm-small-trigger-clamp
Ken Parker Archtoppery - The Neck Journey - 16) Removing the Linen
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Now that the linen has finished its job of reinforcing the neck veneer for the bending process, it is time to remove it with the aid of a heat gun.
Ken Parker Archtoppery - The Neck Journey - 15) The Neck Layup - Chapter 4 of 4
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Removing Excess Resin - Trimming the Neck and Neck Post
Ken Parker Archtoppery - The Neck Journey - 15) The Neck Layup - Chapter 3 of 4
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The Neck Reveal Mold release agent - Loctite Frekote 700-NC LINK: exdron.com/product/loctite-henkel-frekote-700-nc-mold-release-agent-clear-10-5oz-aerosol-spray-can/
Ken Parker Archtoppery - The Neck Journey - 15) The Neck Layup - Chapter 2 of 4
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Carbon Fiber & Epoxy Resin - Clamping the Neck Blank
Ken Parker Archtoppery - The Neck Journey - 15) The Neck Layup - Chapter 1 of 4
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Prepping the Epoxy Resin - Clamping the Veneer into the Mold C Variac, 20A LINK (Amazon): www.amazon.com/Beleeb-Variable-Voltage-Regulator-Transformer/dp/B07JYBB1HS/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid=KJ5ZBESOEQZ&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.CxSubz-wOc4YLvHYUpgWLtFAeR_npsJNgBWxFhehKvjhRdRiJo9X6Pz4veohSprl3-7GFw6rUjjmhaubi8vb9bt9jkxCw0Eas3yD1fBjUmeHQPNZf1HDc4sx1zV2waoSKhliX5kEMhZtklRhEpXwNhVrgsT_ZOVgavfUlwJ5vaEQKfbVmTFa3M...
Ken Parker Archtoppery - The Neck Journey - 14 Veneer Fitting
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Preparing the neck veneer using the neck fitting tool to mark the rough cut veneer for precise cutting. Marking and cutting the square hole for the neck post. Rough cutting on the bandsaw followed by fine trimming on a dedicated belt sander. Links: Ken Parker Archtoppery - The Neck Journey - 12) Neck Veneer Bending Process 1 of 2 th-cam.com/video/7WfBnrgmJl0/w-d-xo.html
Ken Parker Archtoppery - The Neck Journey - 13) The Core
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The Neck Core: 1) Introduction and review of the process 2) Bandsaw 1 - Cutting the headstock face 3) Planing the headstock face, laying out the template 4) Bandsaw 2 - Cutting the outline & cutting to thickness 5) Carving on the duplicator 6) Cleaning up the carved core by hand The Neck Journey Veneer Playlist may be found at: th-cam.com/play/PLZqTWVx9Q6mkpp9l1jPqv_xM-1GJ-zYix.html
Ken Parker Archtoppery - Elden Kelly. - Six Spontaneous Nylon Archtop Reflections
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On January 5th 2024 guitarist Elden Kelly came to Ken Parker's Archtoppery shop and played a series of six spontaneous improvised reflections on the fabled Frankentop guitar. We present those live recordings here. Elden's rapport with the guitar ( which he calls "Frankie") is clearly evident. The history of the Frankentop guitar is presented here: Ken Parker Archtoppery - Riff 019 - Introductio...
Ken Parker Archtoppery - Riff 021 - Fly Fret Gluing - Chapter 1 of 2
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Fly Fret Gluing - Chapter 1 is a description of the development and advantages of the Fly fret system and the Fly in general. Parker patent to reference: patents.google.com/patent/US5616873
Ken Parker Archtoppery - Riff 021 - Fly Fret Gluing - Chapter 2 of 2
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In Fly Fret Gluing - Chapter 2 there is a detailed demonstration of how to re-glue a Fly fret. Dispenser top Acetone bottle: www.amazon.com/JETEHO-Dispenser-Bottle-Methanol-Container/dp/B07N1G5WD5/ref=sr_1_55?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.kM7Wq7H_tjYw3mXCCC7vtPvlmNTCdl-w33ZtRbBSKLmyNfBAhE5LW_17epLB_XUGlBlNz_HxhV0zoJ8Z4m-b8yd33lBWdAjWS5HJuck5mSPaxxWHC9lOx2E8LTQCxNFYDl523M8wMUdHBgTh3eN31Ibmx842gnwqyv-KdEQnRgD...
Ken Parker Archtoppery - Edge Tools - Sharpening Review - Chapter 4 of 4: Stropping with Buddy
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Fine sharpening with the stropping machine known as "Buddy". Magic see-through slots allow the operator a view of the ongoing work through the spinning wheel. To build “Buddy” (The Three Secret Ingredients): (AKA Shopping for Stropping”) Face mount 3600rpm motor link: www.ebay.com/itm/125723045854?_trkparms=amclksrc=ITM&aid=1110025&algo=HOMESPLICE.COMPOSITELISTINGS&ao=1&asc=258818&meid=abd3226e...
Ken Parker Archtoppery - Edge Tools - Sharpening Review - Chapter 3 of 4: The Flat Sharpening Stone
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Ken Parker Archtoppery - Edge Tools - Sharpening Review - Chapter 3 of 4: The Flat Sharpening Stone
Ken Parker Archtoppery - Edge Tools - Sharpening Review - 2 of 4: Grinding
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Ken Parker Archtoppery - Edge Tools - Sharpening Review - 2 of 4: Grinding
Ken Parker Archtoppery - Edge Tools - Sharpening Review -1of4 Sharpening Your Sharpening Vocabulary
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Ken Parker Archtoppery - Edge Tools - Sharpening Review -1of4 Sharpening Your Sharpening Vocabulary
Ken Parker Archtoppery - Riff 020 - A “PSA” on Tape
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Ken Parker Archtoppery - Riff 020 - A “PSA” on Tape
Ken Parker Archtoppery - Riff 018 Scissors and Shears
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Ken Parker Archtoppery - Riff 018 Scissors and Shears
Elden Kelly plays Miles Davis' "Blue In Green" on Ken Parker's Frankentop Archtop
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Elden Kelly plays Miles Davis' "Blue In Green" on Ken Parker's Frankentop Archtop
Ken Parker Archtoppery - Riff 019 - Introduction to Frankentop
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Ken Parker Archtoppery - Riff 019 - Introduction to Frankentop
Ken Parker Archtoppery - The Neck Journey 12) Neck Veneer Bending Process Chapter 2 of 2
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Ken Parker Archtoppery - The Neck Journey 12) Neck Veneer Bending Process Chapter 2 of 2
Ken Parker Archtoppery - The Neck Journey 12) Neck Veneer Bending Process Chapter 1 of 2
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Ken Parker Archtoppery - The Neck Journey 12) Neck Veneer Bending Process Chapter 1 of 2
Ken Parker Archtoppery - The Neck Journey 11) Neck Veneer Design
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Ken Parker Archtoppery - The Neck Journey 11) Neck Veneer Design
Ken Parker Archtoppery - The Neck Journey 10) Neck Veneer Development
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Ken Parker Archtoppery - The Neck Journey 10) Neck Veneer Development
Ken Parker Archtoppery - The Neck Journey 9) The Nut
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Ken Parker Archtoppery - The Neck Journey 9) The Nut
Ken Parker Archtoppery - The Neck Journey 8) Truss Rod Weight Reduction
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Ken Parker Archtoppery - The Neck Journey 8) Truss Rod Weight Reduction
Ken Parker Archtoppery - the Neck Journey 7) Neck Reinforcement
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Ken Parker Archtoppery - the Neck Journey 7) Neck Reinforcement
Ken Parker Archtoppery - The Neck Journey 6) Material Selection - Chapter 2 of 2
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Ken Parker Archtoppery - The Neck Journey 6) Material Selection - Chapter 2 of 2

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  • @ObscuraDeCapra
    @ObscuraDeCapra 18 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    There are a lot of terms that have meanings specific to industry. Compound radius at least makes sense. A compound radius stands in contrast to a single radius neck that has one radius over the entire length. Why not "multi-radius?" That, to me, implies a discrete number of radii. Almost as if it was stair-stepped. Compound implies smooth transition from one radius to another. Compound radius has a mathematical comparison. That being the compound curve, which is a curve with a changing radius. Extrapolate it into a three dimensional guitar context and the term absolutely makes sense. Compare it to a compound curve extrapolated into a three dimensional guitar context, which is a asymmetrical neck carve. 😆

  • @ObscuraDeCapra
    @ObscuraDeCapra 18 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    This reminds me of my all-time favorite "out of touch guy" moments. David Bowie and Reeves Gabrels were being interviewed by Guitar Player. Interviewer: "David, on the other hand, played all his parts on a little travel guitar with a built-in amp and speaker." Bowie: “It's all I need. It's all Reeves would give me! It's a self-esteem thing - I actually don't think I'm worth a better guitar. Why give me a nice Gibson? Give me something I don't feel so precious about. If it's a real cheap guitar, I can do what I want with it, fuck it up, make it do silly things. If you give me a real guitar that real musicians play, I'm suddenly very insecure. I much prefer a cheap Parker.” Gabrels: “There's no such thing as a cheap Parker.” Bowie: “In my case, there are. They give them to me. Or did I pay for that one?” Gabrels: “That one's mine. It doesn't get much cheaper than that, does it, David?” I can just feel Gabrels eyes bug out at the thought of "cheap Parker." I get what Bowie means here, but also... c'mon. 🤣 I've wanted a Fly ever since I saw that issue of GP. Maybe one day...

    • @kenparkerarchtoppery9440
      @kenparkerarchtoppery9440 13 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

      I love this so much, and feel like I coould have been there. Reeves and I hae been friends since 1984 when I first met him at Larry Fishman's house the very same day I met Larry. Reeves was in a bunh of Boston area bands, and working part - time for Larry in his basemeent making pickups. Reeves is blazing bright and very funny, apart from being one of the world's greatest guitarists. Thanks for sharing this, I can't stop laughing, and I just shared it with Larry. That's funny, I don't remember the model name of the guitar we made with a built - in amp and speaker, just getting old, I guess....

  • @samhouston6750
    @samhouston6750 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Another great series Ken! Not how i expected it was done, i had imagined that the shape was made by an end mill in your bridgeport. Still jealous of that master spindle sander. Happy halloween!

    • @kenparkerarchtoppery9440
      @kenparkerarchtoppery9440 23 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

      Hi Sam! HHalloween yourself! Check EBay for the master sander, they're out there, just make sure to get one that's fully accessorised with allll 6 plates and lots of spindles. The good news is that the spindles are a breeze to make, as the "Universal double angle collet" will take any size straight shank up to 3/4", and so easy to switch out!

  • @midnighttutor
    @midnighttutor วันที่ผ่านมา

    Informative as always! I can see how the bridgeport with that radiussing jig would be great in a production shop, but fundamentally, if you are trying to reinforce the weakness in a machined part aka the neck interface, how much more strength is being added with another machined part? Did you consider or try bending the backstrap like a violinmaker bends the bouts/sides over an iron? Would it make a difference at the end of the day? Thank you.

    • @kenparkerarchtoppery9440
      @kenparkerarchtoppery9440 22 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

      I'm thinking about this a litle diferrently. The style and details of the termination of the backstrap behind fret 4ish isn't the point, and won't really influence anything. I did, in fact, bend the backstrap in two places for many years, as you suggest,both at the headstock bend and at the end on the back of the neck. I can't really see how any of this makes a difference to the strength of the neck, or the ability of the backstrap to do its crucial job, keeping the headstock from cracking if it takes a blow. I know they work, and I know they improve the sound of necks. Have fun with the backstrap, it's a very satisfying part of lutherie!

  • @ikefork2606
    @ikefork2606 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Maybe consider masking off the face of the guitar's headstock before using the steel wool? You're getting fine particles of steel wool in the truss rod threads, the half-moon washer, and acorn nut. Also, steel wool is getting down into the holes for the truss rod cover screws. This can't be good. I would mask off the face of the headstock first......

    • @kenparkerarchtoppery9440
      @kenparkerarchtoppery9440 22 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

      Have it your way, my friend. At the end of the job, I step halfway out the back door and address the steel woool swarf with copressed air. Poof! Good as new.

  • @DavidRavenMoon
    @DavidRavenMoon วันที่ผ่านมา

    I had no idea how you did that long backstrap! Fascinating! Hey Ken, what’s a good size of violin maker’s knife? I had been thinking of getting one, and I see you’re using one. I see they come in several sizes.

    • @kenparkerarchtoppery9440
      @kenparkerarchtoppery9440 22 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

      I like the "big" one, which is about 3/4" or 19mm. There's also a 1/2", or 13mm size that folks find useful. You're allowed to get them both, I'd say! I like to sharpen them with convex bevels, and add a slight convex curve to the edge.

  • @normbarrows2
    @normbarrows2 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

    It's like machining aerospace parts - but with wood!

  • @tomcherry6168
    @tomcherry6168 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

    The attention you give to this is a real joy to watch, thank you!

    • @kenparkerarchtoppery9440
      @kenparkerarchtoppery9440 วันที่ผ่านมา

      It's all about obsession and thirst, you're so welcome, I've had a joyous work life, alright.

  • @SupaFUZZZZZZ
    @SupaFUZZZZZZ 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Doug Irwin was doing the back strap on Garcia's guitars.

  • @thijs199
    @thijs199 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Hey Ken, could you elaborate on the cutter you have on your copy machine? For copying the neck and plate shapes? Is it a 45degree type of cutter?

    • @kenparkerarchtoppery9440
      @kenparkerarchtoppery9440 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Good eyeball. I guess I should have explained this marvellous cutter already . Let me do a little research, and I'll film a riff on this incredible invention. "Whirling Spoons"

    • @kenparkerarchtoppery9440
      @kenparkerarchtoppery9440 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Patented in 1929 by Salstrom, the "Smoother- Rougher" cutter. Still unsurpassed in wood!

    • @thijs199
      @thijs199 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@kenparkerarchtoppery9440 ah I found a picture of it, now I sorts know what to buy

  • @RaxFx
    @RaxFx 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Have yout tried Gluboost MasterShield Sandable Perimeter Shield tape? Love it to protect from sanding/fileing the wrong surface.

    • @kenparkerarchtoppery9440
      @kenparkerarchtoppery9440 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

      This is something I have in a drawer, and never think to use. Thanks for your reminder! Cyano adhesives are a marvel, very useful, of course although much misunderstood and mis - applied.

  • @RaxFx
    @RaxFx 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

    fascinated by the sanding wheel - thanks for the insight!

  • @DavidRavenMoon
    @DavidRavenMoon 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Kamimoto’s book is where I first leaned about repair and building in the early 70s. I’m not sure what became of my copy, I need to purchase a new copy.

    • @kenparkerarchtoppery9440
      @kenparkerarchtoppery9440 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I sure learned a lot from this book when it first published. Hideo was quite a good repairman, having started with violins in the '50's. He was a really good teacher, and helped us all tremendously with his "Complete Guitar Repair" in 1974. This was the first title of its kind, and a huge positive influence on the field. Thanks, Hideo!

  • @jeffmoe2660
    @jeffmoe2660 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Excellent, as always! Thank you.

  • @GooseYArd
    @GooseYArd 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I loved reading about how much stuff Wayne Henderson used his pocket knife for when building flat top guitars

  • @fernandocelere
    @fernandocelere 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    i wonder how many sides Ken has broken before becoming the master that he is now

    • @kenparkerarchtoppery9440
      @kenparkerarchtoppery9440 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Sides are easy to break, especially when they're thick, and I've done my share, as you suppose! In 2004, I tried to bend the curliest maple I ever had, and was sent right back to the drawing board.I got myself an eager intern, and for the whole summer we played fearlessly with bending/breaking follies. I learned so much about wood and bending, I can't help but recommend it. Played with thickness, temperature, tension restraints, and on and on. We learned so much it was crazy! Nothing breaks in my shop anymore, I promise.

  • @davidgoen3026
    @davidgoen3026 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Looking at the headstock, I am reminded that the Gotoh Stealth Tuners have been discontinued. What would you recommend now?

    • @kenparkerarchtoppery9440
      @kenparkerarchtoppery9440 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

      OUCH. I just don't know any other worm geared tuner like them for weight. Maybe we should all sign a petition to Gotoh promising to buy them if they re-continue them?!??!? There are lots of pegs (fancy$) to be had now. Gotohs offers other fine products, then there's Sperzel, Waverly, Schertler, Roberts, K-TAR, and my latest heart-throb, the stunning Rickard Cyclone tuners, truly a marvel of modern manufacturing. As long as we're in the non-worm gear section, check out Pegheds and Wittner for the lightest options.

  • @davidparnum2476
    @davidparnum2476 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    There should always be a little blood shed on the project.

    • @kenparkerarchtoppery9440
      @kenparkerarchtoppery9440 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Inevitable, no? My favorite new album is titled "A Little Blood", just released by my amazing god-daughter, Grace Bergere. It's an amazing bunch of originals in the deep end of the pool. Wow, Grace! A Little Blood - Album by Grace Bergere Spotify open.spotify.com › album

    • @bluglass7819
      @bluglass7819 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I don’t know if there should be but I doubt I’ve ever done a project without some sacrificed.

  • @andrewpartington7274
    @andrewpartington7274 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    This is giving me a lot of great ideas, thanks so much for sharing Ken!

    • @kenparkerarchtoppery9440
      @kenparkerarchtoppery9440 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

      You're most welcome, and thanks for sharing this, it's the whole idea, isn't it?

    • @bluglass7819
      @bluglass7819 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Every episode gives me insights or idea. I might use something in a completely different way or even area on the guitar. ❤ it, can’t thank Ken enough. It’s hard enough for me to do the work, I can’t imagine staging video too.

  • @BiyoyoArte
    @BiyoyoArte 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Shades of George Harrison...

  • @Aeidotronics
    @Aeidotronics 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Thanks Ken.

  • @trueherbsman
    @trueherbsman 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    that's not just blood.., that's genius juice!

    • @kenparkerarchtoppery9440
      @kenparkerarchtoppery9440 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I took me many years to understand that genius = obsession x time. Guilty of the latter, I'm afraid. Persist!

  • @davidchavez81
    @davidchavez81 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    That double wide milling vise is wild and awesome.

    • @kenparkerarchtoppery9440
      @kenparkerarchtoppery9440 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

      This is one genius vise that for some dumb reason never got close to being a commercial sucess. Too bad, it's the best vise for a Bridgeport Milling Machine, 10" back jaw width is just right.

  • @VegasCyclingFreak
    @VegasCyclingFreak 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    This whole process of fitting and shaping the backstrap is kind of a lot of work but the end result I think is worth it!

    • @kenparkerarchtoppery9440
      @kenparkerarchtoppery9440 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

      If you think this is a lot, try just doing it by hand. Really challenging stuff!

    • @VegasCyclingFreak
      @VegasCyclingFreak 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@kenparkerarchtoppery9440 Yes I can imagine!

  • @VegasCyclingFreak
    @VegasCyclingFreak 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I look forward to these interesting videos. This one reminds me of the saying "work smarter, not harder". Love how you use the mill to create very precisely fit pieces.

    • @kenparkerarchtoppery9440
      @kenparkerarchtoppery9440 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

      It's all evolution at the bench, right? Frustration is the mother of invention.

    • @VegasCyclingFreak
      @VegasCyclingFreak 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@kenparkerarchtoppery9440 As well as necessity 😉

  • @BlaisPianoGuitars
    @BlaisPianoGuitars 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Why the tilt back at all? Eliminating most of the complex fabrication. ?? Tradition again, maybe.

    • @kenparkerarchtoppery9440
      @kenparkerarchtoppery9440 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Well, we need at least 4 degrees or so of angle to get sufficient downward pressure to keep the string in the string groove. Fender's string trees are one great example of alternatives to angling the whole headstock to achieve this. This was done in order to get guitar necks out of 5/4 (1 1/4" thick commercial lumber) There are Lots of good string management ideas from the piano family as you well know!

  • @roberttaylor505
    @roberttaylor505 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Awesome upload. Droolworthy luthiery 🤤

  • @tyremanguitars
    @tyremanguitars 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    what do you use to finish your necks? is it tru oil? shellac? would love to know thanks.

    • @kenparkerarchtoppery9440
      @kenparkerarchtoppery9440 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

      This is fully demonstrated in previous Archtoppery films, have a look!

  • @badscrew4023
    @badscrew4023 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    "clean off my blood" haha

    • @kenparkerarchtoppery9440
      @kenparkerarchtoppery9440 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Well, I sanded off some of it, at least. DNA marker of authenticity?

  • @Lu_Woods
    @Lu_Woods 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Love a magical look. I think it was Alembic instruments I first saw a backstrap. I've done a few by hand. Tricky but so worth it ; )

    • @kenparkerarchtoppery9440
      @kenparkerarchtoppery9440 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

      It really does help the neck's ability to survive, especially a Gibson design in crispy, splitty, non-shock resistant mahoganny, which is otherwise a fantastic neck material.

  • @laflamme7782
    @laflamme7782 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Amazing craftsmanship and wealth of knowledge, thank you for sharing all of that 🌟

  • @TyphonKrazilec
    @TyphonKrazilec 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Preparation is the key, you've made tools and jigs for almost every details of the build. Seems to be the recipe for consistancy and quality. Thanks for sharing.

    • @kenparkerarchtoppery9440
      @kenparkerarchtoppery9440 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Yeah, it's a long story, starting with the questtion "Is this what I want to do and commit to?" The tools help, but they're just tools, and they don't do it all, and there's still lots of tricky details to perform.

  • @SimonCustomGuitars
    @SimonCustomGuitars 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Loving your work Ken.

  • @SimonCustomGuitars
    @SimonCustomGuitars 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Wonderful.

  • @Cshanghai
    @Cshanghai 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Fascinating as always Ken. I wonder, would it have been an option to have extended the carbon up the back of the headstock to have achieved the same result? I know you lay it up thinner towards the end of the neck for flexibility as you mention in the video so maybe it would have been too stiff, but as you have the carbon right there it would seem like the logical solution (if not the aesthetic one).

    • @kenparkerarchtoppery9440
      @kenparkerarchtoppery9440 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

      There are all kinds of options, as you suggest, many of which would work fine depending on the design. You touch on a concerrn that I have about making the neck too stiff to comply with varying string forces. One use of the backsttrap that I forgot to mention in my current work is that it covers up all kinds of transitions of materials at the back of the neck in the nut area, and makes everything look calm and simple, my favorite look.

    • @Cshanghai
      @Cshanghai 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@kenparkerarchtoppery9440 Thank you Ken. Indeed it is a clean, beautiful look. If you don't mind a follow up question; why would we want the neck to comply with varying forces? As I understand on an archtop such as yours the sound is determined almost entirely by the body and a flexible, compliant neck would rob the body of energy. Not to mention alter the geometry with different string gauges.

  • @SimonCustomGuitars
    @SimonCustomGuitars 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Hi Ken - I have watched all three and really love your work. I make guitars for charity in my retirement and love the new skills. We have a violin maker at the workshop, so I had advice on the knife! I use a knife to carve my Fender-style F-holes - one of the most enjoyable tasks. A search on my name will get you to my site if you are interested. It's a photo blog - In don't make videos Thanks again for all of your teaching. Simon.

  • @heymrguitarman7637
    @heymrguitarman7637 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    The dedication to building lifetime lasting jigs for each job is fantastic. I adore the real engineering mentality and I'd wager these guitars are as good as it's possible to make. Great stuff

  • @wrstew1272
    @wrstew1272 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    So happy for the new additions to the saga, always informative in many aspects. Thanks for your knowledge!

    • @kenparkerarchtoppery9440
      @kenparkerarchtoppery9440 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thanks for watching and I'm glad you enjoyed it. You are most welcome!

  • @solemashi
    @solemashi 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I left Barbara a voicemail. She replied back. It means a lot to have this as a resource and even more to have someone be a true Sensei and not try to sell me anything, but knowledge. I’m buying every book that hits the screen tho ! Being able to watch in real time not ‘reel’ time is so clutch - the idea of the work and the fun at hand are shown. I just learned what a router was 5 months ago, have no tool background other than over a decade of misse en scene in a kitchen and truly soak up every single word and image. It’s these videos ( and the lecture on the archtop that led me here ) and the Somogyi books that I really get the rhetoric I want on guitar building. Big THANK YOU till I can share something more finite. 🙇‍♂️Sensei Ken may The Force be with You

    • @kenparkerarchtoppery9440
      @kenparkerarchtoppery9440 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

      What a great message! Big fat congratulations for switching from edible to inedible vegetables. My good friend, Michael Greenfield took a similar path, starting off training at Le Cordon Bleu, and sucessfully working in that field for many years before becoming one of North America's most noteworthy and influential guitar builders. Bravo!

  • @wrstew1272
    @wrstew1272 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Ken- was this technique used during the production of the Fly? Or is it limited to the acoustics? Seems to require patience and skill that would easily be difficult to get an hourly worker to get right….and the amount of time and materials needed to get it to this stage means that you get it perfect the first time.

    • @kenparkerarchtoppery9440
      @kenparkerarchtoppery9440 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

      The backstrap as a wooden element was not part of any Parker Guitar product, they were all painted necks, and the paint covered all the composite laminates. Damn backstrap is a bit of a magic trick, but not too bad, really.

  • @SebastianBogensperger
    @SebastianBogensperger 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Absolutely great! Thank you for sharing all this knowlege with us. :) One question. If you are sanding the neck inkluding the carbon fiber. How is it about the healthfactor? Is sanding carbon fiber dangerous? Or unproblematic? Thank you for your help

    • @kenparkerarchtoppery9440
      @kenparkerarchtoppery9440 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

      No dust is good to breathe, and carbon/epoxy is no exception. A good particle mask or supplied fresh air mask is needed to protect your pretty pink lungs. As I mentioned, the best way to go is to try to design your carbon-reinforced parts in such a way that the cured carbon/epoxy doesn't need much (ideaally any) abrasion or other shaping.

    • @SebastianBogensperger
      @SebastianBogensperger วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@kenparkerarchtoppery9440 Thank you so much to get in touch. :D Means a lot to me. I love your work and try to incorporate your thoughts in my guitar building. In fact i always use a particle mask with filters when i produce dust. And overall try to minimize dustproduction ;). I was just wondering if Cabon/epoxy is similar bad healthwise as wood dust or more or less the same. Again. Thank you very much :)

  • @GuitarQuackery
    @GuitarQuackery 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

    As it turns out, I'll have one of Jimmy's guitars on the bench, on Saturday.

  • @GuitarQuackery
    @GuitarQuackery 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I like that fret polishing sandpaper holder tool that you use. I'll make one for myself.

    • @kenparkerarchtoppery9440
      @kenparkerarchtoppery9440 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Go for it! I have made these from ebony, aluminum and plastic. I always seem to be making just one more as I keep giving them away!

  • @GuitarQuackery
    @GuitarQuackery 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Do you know, did Jimmy use steel wool in his shop?

    • @kenparkerarchtoppery9440
      @kenparkerarchtoppery9440 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

      0000 Steel wool seems like a bullshit hobbyist's fall back until you need something to look good, and then there you are using it! I would say yes!

  • @PaulMcEvoyGuitars
    @PaulMcEvoyGuitars 10 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Hi Ken, Can you confirm you're using 205 fast hardener?

    • @kenparkerarchtoppery9440
      @kenparkerarchtoppery9440 9 วันที่ผ่านมา

      The 205 is the only Gougeon hadener that I use for guitarmaking. Other hardeners have been formulated to help to serve the needs of artisans building boats and other non-guitar articles by either signifacantly extending the working time (206 and 209), which I don't need, or by improving the surface quality of a thick epoxy film coating (207), which I never use, but in every case at the cost of strength. I think the strength and stiffness of the 205 hardener is just right for bonding guitar components. If you plan your glue - up properly and have everything needed at hand, the "Fast" hardener gives plenty of time to coat the small surfaces we are bonding as guitarmakers, and get it all clamped up withut a scramble. Have fun, and try for minimal squeeze-out.

    • @PaulMcEvoyGuitars
      @PaulMcEvoyGuitars 9 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@kenparkerarchtoppery9440 thanks Ken! Much appreciated

  • @chrispile3878
    @chrispile3878 12 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Always interesting and informative. Thanks, Ken.

  • @Badhands55
    @Badhands55 12 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Had good luck using a strong magnet to clean up that steel wool dust

    • @kenparkerarchtoppery9440
      @kenparkerarchtoppery9440 11 วันที่ผ่านมา

      The slick trick is to put the magnet in a plasic bag, making it easy to dispose of the steel shards and keep the magnet un steel-wollified.

  • @donlucas3984
    @donlucas3984 13 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Where do I find the bouble thread bridge screws for a PDF70? Thanks.

    • @kenparkerarchtoppery9440
      @kenparkerarchtoppery9440 12 วันที่ผ่านมา

      What's a PDF70? The screws are made by MacIt. www.macit.com/product/clamp-wedge-screw/

  • @karelenhenkie666
    @karelenhenkie666 15 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I build all my necks from perfectly quartered wood, its a lot of extra work and often a lot of waste ( wich will go to jigs and inlays and such) but if theres one thing guitarists love is knowing 1 simple thing and thinking that makes all the difference so i just give it to them😅

    • @kenparkerarchtoppery9440
      @kenparkerarchtoppery9440 13 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Interesting comment, I get it. Sometimes it's better just not to argue with "common knowledge". On the other hand, I very much like the look of medullary rays , and will show them off if I can. It's not every species tht benefits from vertical grain the same way, but veneers really show the properties of the helpful cross grain fibers.

  • @TyphonKrazilec
    @TyphonKrazilec 22 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I would never have thought that there is complications in scissors!