I've made a few guitar cabinets at home and always come back to this video to refresh my memory when I do them. Absolutely perfect video and you can tell you really care 😁
thanks a lot - I'm wrapping my first 2x12 guitar cabinet right now using your method and it's working well so far... 🙂 it went really well and I went on to build an entire new 1x15" guitar cabinet using your methods. jan '22, back to relearn how to do the corners for my second Corona-project 1x15" cabinet for a full stereo setup with matching cabs 😀
Found your video while searching for recovering a carrying case for a portable vintage sewing machine. The case is basically a wood box with a hinged lid with a handle on top. It’s covered inside and out with 75 year old tolex and needs to be redone. Your video will help a lot with me accomplishing my restoration process. Thank you.
I came over looking for a "how to" with reference to wrapping with Tolex and I ran up on this one. Just exactly what the doctor ordered. I am so thankful for you doing this video, now I can do (or I think I can) wrap my boxes like a pro. Thanks again. GP
Dude great video. One suggestion - the easiest way to cut the join so it meets and is straight is to glue an overlap then run your exacto through both layers then pull away the excess.
I have collected some rack units and no case! Looking like crazy for a cheap solution i found an old night stand i disassembled and reinforced. This video showed me how to go from a night stand a vynel rack case. Thank you for saving me time and money
I followed these instructions almost to exactly and got flawless results on my 2x12. Some advice... 1. Use paper to practice the corners many times. I did this and felt absolutely confident when it came time to tolex. I even learned a better way to do the corners than what is show. In the video by practicing. The corners are seamless. 2. Definitely buy more adhesive than you think you'll need. I ran out of the Keyston adhesive used in this video half way and ended up using 3M Super 90 for the rest. The Keyston adhesive was much easier to work with. Although the Super 90 created a strong bond, areas where the adhesive was applied heavily tended to form bubbles that did not allow oxygen in. As a result, quarter-sized bubbles appeared under my tolex because the adhesive couldn't tack-up. If you do use Super 90, you can prevent this by bursting these bubbles after it is sprayed on (run your finger over the adhesive). It is messy. 3. Do not leave a significant excess of tolex for the width/sides. I did this and it made working the tolex very difficult mid way through the process. This became a significant problem when doing the seam. To avoid this, use tape and wrap it around the width of the box you are wrapping. Use the tape to know approximately the width you need to cut the tolex.
Hey Andy, Great video! I customize EVERYTHING. So this is very helpful. Dry mounting is the BEST way to go with Tolex. (I did not realize this until I watched this video). The heat gun is something that seems obvious, but I didn't use it the last time I customized my cab, nor did I top cut the seem. (seems,... I didn't have enough Tolex to properly cover my Marshall head. Had to piece it together,.. What a mess),.... Long/short of it, I'm redoing the Tolex on my cab and head and it will look sweet this time. Thanks! Wine Taurus cab and Head with LED lighting in the speaker chambers and the head,... The head has a piece of acrylic in place of the Marshall logo cover, and the back has a hinged trap door to access the inside of the head to change tubes.
you guys are amazing thank you so much for all the information that is so hard to find on the internet by googling what half the supplies are actually called
Fantastic tutorial! I'm about to embark on restoring a Rhodes Mark I Suitcase, and I'd like to do something different - like a chocolate brown tolex. I think the black and brown would be cool. This tutorial has helped tremendously!
Very, very, VERY nice work. You are an artist. I have recovered amps and cases and you sure do make it look easy. One suggestion if I may, I use good old fashioned wax paper with painters tape to keep overspray problems in check. You can get a roll of it at the grocery store for next to nothing. I use the trick not with just adhesive but spraying furniture, crafts, etc. An old high school wood shop trick! I'm you're newest subscriber and really look forward to watching the rest of your videos.
Tip - This may sound silly but get a roll of masking tape and a large sheet of paper. Holiday wrapping works great. Wrap your case as though it were a present. Experiment with several sheets and your cuts and seams will become evident - probably not on your first try but you'll get there. Thanks for your question - hope this helps.
Good and helpful video. Using spray adhesive is good on large surfaces but for the smaller areas (for example at 13minute in this video) to avoid overspray it's good to have some brushable adhesive (I use Pattex Palmatex).
Fantastic Job and fantastic video very clear explanation..I'm doing a job like this fir the very first time for my brother's Marshall head ..and your video will be absolutely the guide for me ..it's very necessary for me to see a real MASTER at work..my congratulation ..I will try to di my best..hopin' just to come enough close to yours (it will be hard for me.)
Oh, wow! I feel a lot better about how I was planning to do it. I figured I would have to dovetail it and use 3/4" to make it sturdy enough for 25lbs of gear. I'm trying to keep down the weight, so I'll go with 1/2" and just glue and screw. Thanks!
MedicSound, It's a sample case used for trade shows. It is made with various ABS colors along with an assortment of some of the different latches, handles, corners and aluminum that Reliable Hardware manufactures.
I forgot to say that your video is really good and helps a lot, thanks for all the explaination, it is helpful and needed. But why does the "J" Roller have to cost so much for such a tiny and quite necessary tool?
Great video but using contact cement that seam will split after a while. Its extra work but if you need that seam to last you have to use Elmers or Titebond on just that area. I leave an inch or two inches unglued(with contact cement) and then finish with Titebond. Of course you need to move the seam inboard a bit to do this.
very good video! thanks! i already built an amp and stained it. i think i may tolex it to make it more gig-friendly. will the adhesive be ok over the stain? it's just the minwax stuff from the store.
11 years later, this is still the best instructional video on TH-cam on how wrap with Tolex.
Was just thinking that. Absolute quality!
yup.....
It's one of the best instructional videos of any hands-on subject, in my opinion.
There is absolutely no substitute for a trained professional. This is by far one of the best how to videos of all time!
8 years later and still the best tutorial for this.. thank you very much.. August 2020!!
I used to watch cartoons on Saturday mornings, now I'm watching this. Nice vid.
All instructors could learn a thing or two from you and your wonderful presentation.
I've made a few guitar cabinets at home and always come back to this video to refresh my memory when I do them. Absolutely perfect video and you can tell you really care 😁
thanks a lot - I'm wrapping my first 2x12 guitar cabinet right now using your method and it's working well so far... 🙂
it went really well and I went on to build an entire new 1x15" guitar cabinet using your methods.
jan '22, back to relearn how to do the corners for my second Corona-project 1x15" cabinet for a full stereo setup with matching cabs 😀
Excellent straight forward video. Perfect camera and sound. Thanks for sharing.
Great demonstration! Another youtube video that should be used to instruct others on how to create instructional videos.
Thank you!
The first
Maybe the best I’ve ever seen on any subject!
Found your video while searching for recovering a carrying case for a portable vintage sewing machine. The case is basically a wood box with a hinged lid with a handle on top. It’s covered inside and out with 75 year old tolex and needs to be redone. Your video will help a lot with me accomplishing my restoration process. Thank you.
Life saver! By far one of the best tolex demonstrations on YT. Thank you so much! 🔥👏🤘👍
Just getting started wrapping my first guitar case and your video was very helpful in showing me how to do this job right. Thanks for putting this up!
Just finished wrapping a Marshall clone head I built and this video was a HUGE help. Thanks much appreciated!
I came over looking for a "how to" with reference to wrapping with Tolex and I ran up on this one. Just exactly what the doctor ordered. I am so thankful for you doing this video, now I can do (or I think I can) wrap my boxes like a pro. Thanks again. GP
This was the most helpful 22 mins of my day!! Thanks Andy!!
Love that move w/ the straight edge for joining edges. Thanks!
By far the best tutorial I’ve seen. Thank you so much
Dude this is fantastic! You're a great detail oriented instructor.
Great video! Tips and tricks in a clear and concise format.
Dude great video. One suggestion - the easiest way to cut the join so it meets and is straight is to glue an overlap then run your exacto through both layers then pull away the excess.
I have collected some rack units and no case! Looking like crazy for a cheap solution i found an old night stand i disassembled and reinforced. This video showed me how to go from a night stand a vynel rack case. Thank you for saving me time and money
Excellent video!! I'm going to use your technique on a modular synthesizer cabinet I'm building. Thanks so much and have a happy, healthy New Year!!
Thanks. This was super helpful for getting me started when wrapping my first homemade guitar cab.
One of the best videos on this I have seen!
Great video! I learned a lot. Excited to build some cases, now.
I followed these instructions almost to exactly and got flawless results on my 2x12. Some advice...
1. Use paper to practice the corners many times. I did this and felt absolutely confident when it came time to tolex. I even learned a better way to do the corners than what is show. In the video by practicing. The corners are seamless.
2. Definitely buy more adhesive than you think you'll need. I ran out of the Keyston adhesive used in this video half way and ended up using 3M Super 90 for the rest. The Keyston adhesive was much easier to work with. Although the Super 90 created a strong bond, areas where the adhesive was applied heavily tended to form bubbles that did not allow oxygen in. As a result, quarter-sized bubbles appeared under my tolex because the adhesive couldn't tack-up. If you do use Super 90, you can prevent this by bursting these bubbles after it is sprayed on (run your finger over the adhesive). It is messy.
3. Do not leave a significant excess of tolex for the width/sides. I did this and it made working the tolex very difficult mid way through the process. This became a significant problem when doing the seam. To avoid this, use tape and wrap it around the width of the box you are wrapping. Use the tape to know approximately the width you need to cut the tolex.
Contact cement works way better than the spray adhesive, won't bubble up at all and by far less expensive
Hey B S do you know what is the cement remover that the guy mentioned on 12:47?
@@ritmopachanguero what contact cement would you recommend?
@@m.thousands1848 I used the Weldwood by DAP, Home depot and Lowe's should have it
Superb Video. Thank You Very much. I'm sure I can cover my Cabinet with confidence after watching this. God Bless Your Channel.
Excellent video. If I ever attempt this I know where im coming. Right back here!
this is the same exact project I'm working on right now, this tutorial is gonna come in handy.
Great video, thanks for all your help!
Great demo. I'll definitely use this as a resource when I start my project.
Thanks Jeff. I'll let the team know you appreciate their work.
Perfect your vid just made the 4x12 tolex job much easier thanks man ! The Zingo 45 cut method is a must !!
Ah yes, the Zingo 45 cut method. The best known, little known secret in the industry. Thanks for watching!
Thanks for this video! Really really helpful. Inspired me to try and make my own 2x12 guitar speaker cabinet. All the best.
You make it look so easy. Thanks.
A very nice demonstration!
excellent video, it was very helpful for me. Greats from Brazil.
Hey Andy,
Great video! I customize EVERYTHING. So this is very helpful. Dry mounting is the BEST way to go with Tolex. (I did not realize this until I watched this video). The heat gun is something that seems obvious, but I didn't use it the last time I customized my cab, nor did I top cut the seem. (seems,... I didn't have enough Tolex to properly cover my Marshall head. Had to piece it together,.. What a mess),.... Long/short of it, I'm redoing the Tolex on my cab and head and it will look sweet this time. Thanks! Wine Taurus cab and Head with LED lighting in the speaker chambers and the head,... The head has a piece of acrylic in place of the Marshall logo cover, and the back has a hinged trap door to access the inside of the head to change tubes.
you guys are amazing thank you so much for all the information that is so hard to find on the internet by googling what half the supplies are actually called
You are welcome!
Just imagine how well this guy wraps christmas presents.
Thank you for showing us how is done. Excellent video all of way around.
Thank you Jeremiah.
Fantastic tutorial! I'm about to embark on restoring a Rhodes Mark I Suitcase, and I'd like to do something different - like a chocolate brown tolex. I think the black and brown would be cool. This tutorial has helped tremendously!
Very, very, VERY nice work. You are an artist. I have recovered amps and cases and you sure do make it look easy. One suggestion if I may, I use good old fashioned wax paper with painters tape to keep overspray problems in check. You can get a roll of it at the grocery store for next to nothing. I use the trick not with just adhesive but spraying furniture, crafts, etc. An old high school wood shop trick! I'm you're newest subscriber and really look forward to watching the rest of your videos.
excellent instructional video! great work Andy!
Thanks!
Thanks for this. great video.
Tip - This may sound silly but get a roll of masking tape and a large sheet of paper. Holiday wrapping works great. Wrap your case as though it were a present. Experiment with several sheets and your cuts and seams will become evident - probably not on your first try but you'll get there. Thanks for your question - hope this helps.
Good and helpful video. Using spray adhesive is good on large surfaces but for the smaller areas (for example at 13minute in this video) to avoid overspray it's good to have some brushable adhesive (I use Pattex Palmatex).
Great vid, well explained and good camera work! :)
Fantastic Job and fantastic video very clear explanation..I'm doing a job like this fir the very first time for my brother's Marshall head ..and your video will be absolutely the guide for me ..it's very necessary for me to see a real MASTER at work..my congratulation ..I will try to di my best..hopin' just to come enough close to yours (it will be hard for me.)
Thank you!! This was a huge help for me!!
Brilliant video, super job!
Thanks! I'll let Andy know.
Awesome video!!
Outstanding video. Thank you.
Excellent instructions, thank you. I think I can cover my sewing machine case now.
Brilliant, thank you so much for sharing.
Thank you guys so much for making this video
Glad you enjoyed it!
love the work
“Zingo!” My new word! \m/ great video - thank you
Man, thank you a lot for the video helped me a lot!!!
brilliant video. thank you.
Great instructional video...Thanks!!
Thanks for the note!
Love this video, top job
very informative and helpful! Thanks, I subscribed and bookmarked your website!
This guy is a pro! Very nice video
Thank you!
Awesome guide!
This is really helpful!
you make it look so easy ! i wanna buy one u built already.allthose kool tools too!
Oh, wow! I feel a lot better about how I was planning to do it. I figured I would have to dovetail it and use 3/4" to make it sturdy enough for 25lbs of gear. I'm trying to keep down the weight, so I'll go with 1/2" and just glue and screw. Thanks!
MedicSound, It's a sample case used for trade shows. It is made with various ABS colors along with an assortment of some of the different latches, handles, corners and aluminum that Reliable Hardware manufactures.
Uber detailed and informative!
Thank you!
Awesome video, I would love to see you build an entire diy amp like a vintage Marshall or Fender clone!
Thanks - we appreciate it!
Good job learned a lot
Well done video, thanks!
Thank you!
I forgot to say that your video is really good and helps a lot, thanks for all the explaination, it is helpful and needed. But why does the "J" Roller have to cost so much for such a tiny and quite necessary tool?
very well explained ! Thanks a lot ! Very helpful ! ;-)
Andy seems like such a good guy
Indeed. He's one of the "good guys". Thanks for your comment.
I'll pass your compliment on to Andy - thanks.
Beautiful
Awesome... step-by-step Instructions. Now I'm gonna remedy that cat claw damage on the speaker box...
Excellent toot!
Thanks so much!
Nice, I may need to get some parts from you for my own show coming up.
great vedio im going to start a new project soon
Fantastic,,,,,,,thank you very much,,,,,mitres are no longer a mystery.
around how many cans of high temp adhesive would suffice if I were to tolex an amp head and a 212 cab?
GOOD VIDEO!!
Going to looking into your website for parts to build sewing machine cases for vintage machines. I love the look of roadie cases.
Thank for sharing........
genial muy didactico!!
Thanks !!! nice work
Thanks for the compliment.
Do you have a video showing how to wrap the back panel of the speaker cabinet with Tolex?
Do you have any idea where you can get hinges, latches and metal feet like the king used on older radios and test equipment that are done with Tolex?
wow nice video!!!! im gonna do my amp and cabinet today now lol.
Great video but using contact cement that seam will split after a while. Its extra work but if you need that seam to last you have to use Elmers or Titebond on just that area. I leave an inch or two inches unglued(with contact cement) and then finish with Titebond. Of course you need to move the seam inboard a bit to do this.
I LOVE IT MAN.
Thanks!
Cannot say thanks enough!
Dude this is fantastic, could you do the same thing with a trapezoidal box please?
very good video! thanks! i already built an amp and stained it. i think i may tolex it to make it more gig-friendly. will the adhesive be ok over the stain? it's just the minwax stuff from the store.
Great work, where do you get the adhesive?
gracias señor