I have just watched all 27 episodes almost back to back whilst suffering through Covid. To be able to see a true artist and craftsman working on something so beautiful has really helped me to focus on something other than my illness. Thanks Ben. You rock!!
It has to be said - when I saw you were doing a video about the control knobs, I thought “meh, what’s up with the ones you’ve already got?” Now, however, can I just say wow! What a huge improvement in an area I didn’t even realise needed improving until you did it! It’s absolutely stunning, ties the whole instrument together, and your client is a very lucky chap!
This Nebulous son of Nebula needs to be put into custom production. With of course the option of an orangish rust oxide sage green umber model as well. Perhaps named Corrosion or Patina and may it spring into existence, with all sonic satisfaction and sustenance. Honestly Ben, well done. the prototype is now forever etched into the digital psyche of creative mankind.
Reducing the height was what really did it for this one. The wood accents are great, of course, but modifying the scale was what brought it home. Can't believe we finally crossed the finish line. Bravo! Thanks for sharing!
i m SUPER impressed with this build and would love to see this as a production guitar. Even if i may not be able to afford one. It IS just absolutely gorgeous
I was thinking your knob looked too big right at the beginning. Perfectly brought down to size and topped off with the perfect finish. Lovely. I also enjoy seeing what's on your wrist in these videos. We have very similar timepiece tastes.
WOW!! This treatment of the volume knob pays off! The smaller the details the more important it is - also comparable with a diamond in a bracelet. I am really appreciating your decision to lead this guitar into your production portfolio! It will write history!! my big congratulations to your fantastic built and my big congratulations to your client!
Great work Ben and loved the inlay on the top. I would have liked to see you fashion a classic 1950's flying saucer for the top knob as there are some great shapes to play with and the outer edge could still be knurled.
Well Ben, it just keeps getting better and better. Can't wait to see what you're going to come up with next. :) Yes, I'd love to have one and am quite sure I cannot afford it. It's been a great trip. Looking forward to your next project.
When I was at Crimson, we talked about you doing an L5. It strikes me that you have created a modern successor in the Nebula. The acoustic tone for such a small body is amazing; almost lute or oud like, and I would love to hear it amplified in the hands of someone like Martin Taylor or Joe Pass (though you would need to dig him up first). I'm in awe. Well done Ben.
I appreciate the attention to detail, as a fellow luthier, albeit with less experience, it’s enjoyable watching a master craftsman in the heat of design and creation.
Awesome job as usual! That knob really completed the guitar in any sense, giving it something more. It is now fitting the guitar perfectly for the size and the style. A cherry on a pie!
I felt the original control knob was way too big for this guitar. So glad you decided to reduce the size. I didnt think of using the pickup cut out for the top of the knob. Great idea.
I thought we were getting a star trek themed thingumybobber for a control knob I'm sure that's what you said a couple of weeks ago. It's absolutely gorgeous but it's even better in real life when you see the light on it and not through the camera Stunning work as usual Ben.
I had my doubts with body but you have nailed it, as usual! Mind you, I would handle it with kid gloves when it came to playing it, I would be scared stiff of scratching it! Excellent my friend, you can be proud!
Holy crap this is so cool! ...That's the sort of attention to detail that makes an object a source of joy to handle and look at! I would never get tired of looking at this guitar! The lathe is a no-brainer I think you're gonna see more channels doing custom lathe parts in the future because of the sheer awesomeness here! Hehe
Absolute Magician, the attention to detail makes things you build worth every penny. Its a lovely thing, I would love to see it played in anger. I would also like to see Shred demo'd to the max as well. Cheers for that whole series, it made lockdown a whole lot more bearable. I will forever see that guitar as an escape from the unprecedented last two years everyone has experienced.
Beautiful guitar, absolutely fantastic attention to detail. I think it's your best build to date. Congratulations Ben! It's been well worth the wait to see it finished.👏👏👏👏👏👏
Holy hell, Ben. All that work for one knob. You mad man. How much is a guitar of this nature going to cost? In the realm of 6,000 or 7,000, I'm guessing. The time poured into the knob alone warrants at least a 200 dollar charge. It's a damned marvel. Please tell me you'll offer this in more budget friendly woods because I'd love one. At least since this series of videos is done, you'll be able to use them as a reference to expedite this sort of guitar build process in the future. This can be one of your core line models, easily.
The fact that you are going to make this a production guitar is the grooviness thing I have heard of in a long time.
Impecable work Ben! I want to hear it being played by a pro now! :) MAXIMUM DEMO PLEASE.
Love how your brain randomly slipped into topgun
@@davedavem Made me spit coffee 😀 out my nose!!!
Ben is a child of the eighties...
Glad I’m not the only one. TALK TO ME GOOSE
I'm really impressed by the custom Control Knob, you've come up with. A beautiful jewel for an astonishing guitar!
Thanks for the support 😄 ~S
Ben, you're killin me wearing that shirt next to a lathe. Nebula has turned out amazing, thank you for sharing your process with us.
Many videos available to show why loose clothing and lathes do not mix!
Yea bro don't hurt yourself (>'.')>
There's only 1 word to describe this guitar: PERFECT.
You are too kind, thank you :)
I have just watched all 27 episodes almost back to back whilst suffering through Covid. To be able to see a true artist and craftsman working on something so beautiful has really helped me to focus on something other than my illness. Thanks Ben. You rock!!
Sorry you have been ill but glad to help. DC
Craftsmanship on the guitar is absolutely gorgeous knob look brilliant on this guitar
It has to be said - when I saw you were doing a video about the control knobs, I thought “meh, what’s up with the ones you’ve already got?” Now, however, can I just say wow! What a huge improvement in an area I didn’t even realise needed improving until you did it! It’s absolutely stunning, ties the whole instrument together, and your client is a very lucky chap!
One lucky dude indeed. Thanks for the support 😄 ~S
The finishing touch! It had to be that! I'm sure the owner is out of this world with the guitar!
Yes, yes, yes! Using that pickup hole piece is incredible idea! Genius!
I was watching you doing those knobs thinking "no no no don´t go there Ben" and then you prove me wrong. You really are an artist!
This is the most engaged I have ever been to a series on TH-cam
Turned out absolutely beautiful. Wasn't sure about it quite a few times throughout the build, but it definitely all came together at the end.
Glad you are happy with the final result 😄 ~S
This Nebulous son of Nebula needs to be put into custom production. With of course the option of an orangish rust oxide sage green umber model as well. Perhaps named Corrosion or Patina and may it spring into existence, with all sonic satisfaction and sustenance. Honestly Ben, well done. the prototype is now forever etched into the digital psyche of creative mankind.
Reducing the height was what really did it for this one. The wood accents are great, of course, but modifying the scale was what brought it home. Can't believe we finally crossed the finish line. Bravo! Thanks for sharing!
I just binge watched this series in a few days. What amazing work! It's sooo beautiful!
As soon as you played those first two notes, I had Top Gun in my head too!
Absolutely the right thing to do with that off cut that has the same finish.
i m SUPER impressed with this build and would love to see this as a production guitar. Even if i may not be able to afford one. It IS just absolutely gorgeous
I watched all the episodes about this project… I’m just literally speechless!!!!! Speechless!!!!!!!! FANTASMAZING!!!!!!✨🤙🏻✨
Really appreciate the kind words 😄 ~S
Night and day difference and the piece of "Nebula" in the center made it perfect. Amazing work love your channel.
The finished product is amazing
That is a super cool control knob and such an awesome way of finishing off the guitar.
Glad you like it, thank you for watching.
The guitars acoustic tone is so lovely to me.
Absolutely loved how the control knob turned out. It was the perfect final touch to the guitar
Ben, you absolutely NEED a quick change tool post for your lathe!
The most expensive nob ever made? Fun show as always!!!
You can do anything. It's amazing to keep witnessing this.
I was thinking your knob looked too big right at the beginning. Perfectly brought down to size and topped off with the perfect finish. Lovely.
I also enjoy seeing what's on your wrist in these videos. We have very similar timepiece tastes.
The souls of a thousand metal lathe operators cries out in terror over that wobbly grub screw guided centering.
Ben, again you have amazed...i just said that you seem to have a 100 yrs of knowledge in what you turn out...God Bless my friend keep it coming...
WOW!! This treatment of the volume knob pays off! The smaller the details the more important it is - also comparable with a diamond in a bracelet. I am really appreciating your decision to lead this guitar into your production portfolio! It will write history!! my big congratulations to your fantastic built and my big congratulations to your client!
Great work Ben and loved the inlay on the top. I would have liked to see you fashion a classic 1950's flying saucer for the top knob as there are some great shapes to play with and the outer edge could still be knurled.
Well Ben, it just keeps getting better and better. Can't wait to see what you're going to come up with next. :)
Yes, I'd love to have one and am quite sure I cannot afford it. It's been a great trip. Looking forward to your next project.
Been really good having more build content recently rather than livestream Q&A pish
Yay! My favourite part of Saturday mornings!
Best guitar I’ve ever seen you built. Wish I had the money to get one.
Lovely work. Absolutely lovely. You have surpassed the rank of guitar builder and have become an artist whose medium is guitars.
Good call on the finishing touch. Looks unbelievable nice
I can't believe it's finished... I've watched the whole series since last year. Ben, you are a genius and an artist.
When I was at Crimson, we talked about you doing an L5. It strikes me that you have created a modern successor in the Nebula. The acoustic tone for such a small body is amazing; almost lute or oud like, and I would love to hear it amplified in the hands of someone like Martin Taylor or Joe Pass (though you would need to dig him up first). I'm in awe. Well done Ben.
Thank you. Much appreciated. Ben
Most Beautiful guitar I've ever seen. Thanks for sharing the build.
Lovely design on the control knobs! I was sceptical halfway through cutting down the top control was a must 👍
i'd remembered the pickup cut out section at the same time in the video as it appeared - looks 1000% better now, and can't wait for the hand tool only
Ben, please allow me to thank you for your amazing videos and craftsmanship. Very, very inspiring :)
Looks absolutely stunning. Great work on the knobs. Wonderful guitar
Woodworking tools - Organised, looked after, displayed like art.
@ 3:44 Engineering tools - Thrown in a drawer :-D
The inlay on the knob is an awesome custom touch. Everything on this guitar looks custom, unique and beautiful.
I think that control knob might be my favourite part of the guitar.
As this exquisite build ends, we await the beginning of the next one.
I loved loved loved this guitar build. and that control knob turned out so perfectly!
Amazing artistry , Sir !! Lovely control knob !! Looks great on Nebula !! Absolutely what it needed !!
Bit sad it’s come to the end. Been a pleasure to watch thanks Ben.
I'm amazed how good it sounds acoustically, at least what we hear through Ben's mic
Even better in person 😄 ~S
PLEASE come back and do a proper demo (amped/mic’d/direct?) once it’s settled in and setup! I’m dying to hear what this thing really sounds like!
Yes please I watched the entire series just now but no real demo? Awesome work though
The control knob looks amazing!
Customizing those stacked knobs put this over the top guitar over the top of all other over the top guitars!
The most beautiful guitar I think I've ever seen! Great job! 👍
In my opinion, truly a master luthier. Nice part is that Ben also shows his mistakes, which everyone makes.
Amazing guitar.
Nice knob!
Masterful work with the lathe, it looked as if you enjoyed the process too.
not only does it look fantastic it also sounds fantastic too. if i ever win the lottery i'll be placing an order
Looks amazing, the knob was the right call
It's gorgeous, Ben. Glad it's done. Your customer should be thrilled.
I'm going to start calling everyone a custom knob.
Loved this build, looking forward to your hand tool only build.
The knobs turned out really well. Glad you finally finished Nebula 2.0 Looks and sounds great.
This final detail... Perfection!
I appreciate the attention to detail, as a fellow luthier, albeit with less experience, it’s enjoyable watching a master craftsman in the heat of design and creation.
That was definitely the finishing touch to a wonderful project. Amazing acoustic sound performance on that thing, too!
Awesome job as usual! That knob really completed the guitar in any sense, giving it something more. It is now fitting the guitar perfectly for the size and the style. A cherry on a pie!
Lol. Yeah, Ben, I caught that quick "Top Gun" theme you snuck in there.
Man the Nebulas are possibly um favorite guitars. They are amazing!!
I only wish i could afford one of your builds then the cold shock of reality hits. Gorgeous guitar.
Nice job Ben. Probably my favorite build so far. It's been a long road since the shed my friend. :)
Man your eyes become red in this video. You love your job, I love your jobs, awsome man. Keep rockin 🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻
Lovely knob, fantastic attention to detail
I felt the original control knob was way too big for this guitar. So glad you decided to reduce the size. I didnt think of using the pickup cut out for the top of the knob. Great idea.
Perfect compliment to this beautiful build. Very nice.
Happiness is a well polished knob.
A great end to an amazing series Ben, can we now please hear the guitar ,cheers !
You and I have very different tastes -- usually. This, however, is the first of your TH-cam projects that I really like. It's gorgeous. Nice work.
This has to be the single most beautiful guitar I’ve ever seen! Please can we have a proper studio demo to hear how it sounds!!
All in due time 😄 ~S
Great finishing touches. Loved the series.
I thought we were getting a star trek themed thingumybobber for a control knob
I'm sure that's what you said a couple of weeks ago.
It's absolutely gorgeous but it's even better in real life when you see the light on it and not through the camera
Stunning work as usual Ben.
I had my doubts with body but you have nailed it, as usual! Mind you, I would handle it with kid gloves when it came to playing it, I would be scared stiff of scratching it! Excellent my friend, you can be proud!
Holy crap this is so cool! ...That's the sort of attention to detail that makes an object a source of joy to handle and look at!
I would never get tired of looking at this guitar! The lathe is a no-brainer I think you're gonna see more channels doing custom lathe parts in the future because of the sheer awesomeness here! Hehe
Absolute Magician, the attention to detail makes things you build worth every penny. Its a lovely thing, I would love to see it played in anger. I would also like to see Shred demo'd to the max as well. Cheers for that whole series, it made lockdown a whole lot more bearable. I will forever see that guitar as an escape from the unprecedented last two years everyone has experienced.
Seldom see you break out the lathe, and here you practically featured it. Very nice.
That’s one stunning guitar, truly a work of art
This is THE most epic and beautiful guitar ever built. It even thrones the Complication build that you did! (in my opinion)
Stunning and perfectly matches the aesthetic of the trussrod cover, too
Looks and sounds great! Very much looking forward to the hand tool only build
Beautiful guitar, absolutely fantastic attention to detail. I think it's your best build to date. Congratulations Ben! It's been well worth the wait to see it finished.👏👏👏👏👏👏
I wish I could afford this guitar. I would totally buy one!!!
Best looking unit yet.
Came for the workmanship,
stayed for the gratuitous Top Gun reference.
Holy hell, Ben. All that work for one knob. You mad man. How much is a guitar of this nature going to cost? In the realm of 6,000 or 7,000, I'm guessing. The time poured into the knob alone warrants at least a 200 dollar charge. It's a damned marvel. Please tell me you'll offer this in more budget friendly woods because I'd love one. At least since this series of videos is done, you'll be able to use them as a reference to expedite this sort of guitar build process in the future. This can be one of your core line models, easily.
“Or something like that….” That is a T-shirt by now
“Okay I’ve changed my mind” would be the back of it
Unbelievably awesome, and the guitar sounds so good!
The most beautiful guitar I´ve ever seen... and the sound is astonishing...