I've said it before and I'll say it again, you guys are simply amazing. You have really inspired me to attempt some of my own relic work. Thank you for sharing your knowledge!
WOW!!! This guitar is more beautiful and a lot more realistic looking than anything I've ever seen out of the Gibson Custom Shop. This guitar went from a shiny beautiful new guitar to an incredible work of art! Keep up the good work my friend!!
This looks like a completely different guitar. That’s how much difference a good paint job made with proper materials makes. Keep on the wonderful work and don’t let the haters fool you!!!
Thank you. I had a couple of suggestions. But I don't want to go overseas to work in a factory. I thought about it a lot. Maybe for a year, no more. But I don't think they'll really be happy to see me. Rather, they will sue me.
@@8BombCustom I had to laugh a little at your response but you are probably right about them not being happy. my comment was to convey the quality of your work meets and most likely exceeds that of Gibson itself.
Gibson could use these methods, but it seems they prefer the cost saving methods they are currently using. It wouldn't make since for an individual builder to give up having the creative freedom of operating his, or her own shop to punch a corporate time clock doing production work. I'd imagine those who do wish they had their own shop.
This is a late comment, but it really is hilarious how upset people get about that. It’s like they think a chunk of wood is somehow sacred or something 😂. If I have a guitar that I paid good money for I ought to be able to do whatever I want with it.
Incredible work. Yours is the only relic I've ever seen that looks like it could genuinely be an original from the 50s. Absolutely amazing result. My hat is off to you Sir!
Wow you took this guitar from, "Ok it's a guitar" to "OH MY GOD THAT'S GORGEOUS!!" Your work is phenomenal! I have a Chibson coming in & I want to do what you've done but with no logo on the headstock! Hell, I want you to do it for me! Wow I am seriously blown away! Awesome job!
@@8BombCustom curious about what you use to relic the fret markers and what you use to darken the rosewood. I’ve tried many things but have only had temporary results
@@johnwhitaker545 I tried printer refill water based yellow, let it dry and set for few days, but it rubs off by playing. I just was afraid to use solvents on MOP, expected to disolve it… Will try acetone disolved amber next…
I always read that the best for sound is a unlaquered body. But It think otherwise: a thin, hard shell on the outside of the wooden body should increase its resonance. But only with a very hard material. Also a factor is the added weight with laquer. I applaud your good work, maestro!👏🏼
As for the weight factor- I‘m in doubt. More weight could be beneficial, or in contraire… I think it depends. It can trow off the balance between neck stiffness, headstock weight and body resonance…🧐
@@lone-wolf-1 Regarding weight, I can say that this is not an easy question and there is no definite answer to it. For the most part, lighter guitars have more treble and are faster. But there are exceptions. It depends on the compatibility of the neck and the body, on the direction of the grain of the wood, on the cut of the boards, on the degree of aging of the wood, on the humidity... I had a 3.8kg Les Paul who had problems with sound. I recently played Les Paul at 4.6kg and it was amazingly amazing. Its sound justified the price of 10,000 euros. I have two favorite Les Pauls in my collection 3.7 kg and 4.2 kg. They both sound amazing but completely different. There is no identical Les Pauls in the world. They are different as people.
I did a finish using similar methods. I think it added about 3oz, or 85g after fully curing. I weighed it because I was concerned it was already heavy. It weighs just over 10lb, or around 4.6Kg. It's probably the best guitar I've heard despite it's weight making it uncomfortable after a while of playing.
You are an audacious artisan. You gave your honest critique stood by it by remaking everything you find wanting in that guitar. I admire you by putting soul in your piece of work.
this is classic work and would give a guitarist to have this work done as apposed to buying one that is way out of their reach considering original guitar can only be afforded by the rich there’s nothing wrong with owing a relic and I can tell you I would get a hard on if I had one but I’m happy with my 50th anniversary 59 re-issue I bought back in 1999, only jealous people give out negative comments cause it’s only a guitar that they can only dream of owing keep up the good work
Hey Dr. Nitro, I really like your work. Do you have a tip for me how I can darken my rosewood fretboard on a Strat to look more like a dark Brazilian rosewood board? Thank you in advance
It looks awesome to me. I want one. Relicing a guitar is very hard to get to look real. What you’re doing is all top notch. I may contact you about getting one of yours instead of a gibson
@@8BombCustom You are very welcome brother. I wish I could re-finish my Les Paul in this fashion but my skills are non existent. And even if I had some skills, I wouldn't even DARE to try .. 😃
I love that you refinished this guitar! It just shows the substandard work that Gibson still does! It’s no wonder these reissues sound muffled as compared to the real thing! They are SO overpriced for the quality you are getting! I would buy one of your guitars over a custom shop Gibson any day!
The people that have the nerve to call themselves guitar players throwing off on you. They're dumbshits. Your a master craftsman which apparently they don't understand. Love the videos
Wow, what a piece of art , I’m gonna say possibly as good as a original 59 LP , no question it’s better than the over priced reissue series , what this gentleman is doing is like the “ Murphy Labs “ series , !
Thank you. It is acetone with dye. You will find about all the materials that I use and about all the nuances of working with them on my Patreon in the Maker level www.patreon.com/8bombcustom
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Sir you are an artist thanks for the 3 part series.
I've said it before and I'll say it again, you guys are simply amazing. You have really inspired me to attempt some of my own relic work. Thank you for sharing your knowledge!
Thank you!
WOW!!! This guitar is more beautiful and a lot more realistic looking than anything I've ever seen out of the Gibson Custom Shop. This guitar went from a shiny beautiful new guitar to an incredible work of art! Keep up the good work my friend!!
Thank you
This looks like a completely different guitar. That’s how much difference a good paint job made with proper materials makes. Keep on the wonderful work and don’t let the haters fool you!!!
Thank you
that R9 now Looks exactly like a burst. Dr Nitro is the Best!
Thank you
Dr. Nitro, Gibson should seriously hire you to work in the Murphy Lab, I'm not even kidding. absolutely stunning work you do.
Thank you. I had a couple of suggestions. But I don't want to go overseas to work in a factory. I thought about it a lot. Maybe for a year, no more. But I don't think they'll really be happy to see me. Rather, they will sue me.
@@8BombCustom I had to laugh a little at your response but you are probably right about them not being happy. my comment was to convey the quality of your work meets and most likely exceeds that of Gibson itself.
😁👍
Gibson could use these methods, but it seems they prefer the cost saving methods they are currently using. It wouldn't make since for an individual builder to give up having the creative freedom of operating his, or her own shop to punch a corporate time clock doing production work. I'd imagine those who do wish they had their own shop.
The feeling you get when people are in disbelief about what I've done to my Gibson never gets old.
This is a late comment, but it really is hilarious how upset people get about that. It’s like they think a chunk of wood is somehow sacred or something 😂. If I have a guitar that I paid good money for I ought to be able to do whatever I want with it.
That Sir,is a Work of ART! Respect
Incredible work. Yours is the only relic I've ever seen that looks like it could genuinely be an original from the 50s. Absolutely amazing result. My hat is off to you Sir!
Thank you
What a fabulous job! You really are a great artist and craftsman.
Thank you
Oh man…. What a great refin/relic.
Top marks sir!
Thank you
Wow you took this guitar from, "Ok it's a guitar" to "OH MY GOD THAT'S GORGEOUS!!"
Your work is phenomenal! I have a Chibson coming in & I want to do what you've done but with no logo on the headstock! Hell, I want you to do it for me!
Wow I am seriously blown away! Awesome job!
@@RokDAWG1 Thank you
great work as always
your work is like you have a time machine and left Gibson CS Les Paul in 1959
Thank you
The amount of detail put into this, absolutely astounding. What a beautiful guitar
Thank you
R9 reborn as 59 It's become a really cool guitar, I envy you
Thank you
You are an artist man. These guitars look SO good after you’ve finished!!
Thank you!
You're a true artist. When I imagine an R9, it looks just like that. I'm sure you have a very happy customer. Thanks for sharing
Thank you
Hi there Dr. Nitro! Once again you did a GREAT job! Thanks for sharing!!
Thank you!
Holy shit man! You’ve outdone yourself here. That’s amazing
Thank you
@@8BombCustom curious about what you use to relic the fret markers and what you use to darken the rosewood. I’ve tried many things but have only had temporary results
@@johnwhitaker545 i use dyes, acetone and isopropyl. Whole technology on my Patreon.
@@johnwhitaker545
I tried printer refill water based yellow, let it dry and set for few days, but it rubs off by playing. I just was afraid to use solvents on MOP, expected to disolve it… Will try acetone disolved amber next…
@@lone-wolf-1 be careful.
I always read that the best for sound is a unlaquered body. But It think otherwise: a thin, hard shell on the outside of the wooden body should increase its resonance. But only with a very hard material. Also a factor is the added weight with laquer.
I applaud your good work, maestro!👏🏼
Thank you
As for the weight factor- I‘m in doubt. More weight could be beneficial, or in contraire… I think it depends. It can trow off the balance between neck stiffness, headstock weight and body resonance…🧐
@@lone-wolf-1 Regarding weight, I can say that this is not an easy question and there is no definite answer to it. For the most part, lighter guitars have more treble and are faster. But there are exceptions. It depends on the compatibility of the neck and the body, on the direction of the grain of the wood, on the cut of the boards, on the degree of aging of the wood, on the humidity... I had a 3.8kg Les Paul who had problems with sound. I recently played Les Paul at 4.6kg and it was amazingly amazing. Its sound justified the price of 10,000 euros. I have two favorite Les Pauls in my collection 3.7 kg and 4.2 kg. They both sound amazing but completely different. There is no identical Les Pauls in the world. They are different as people.
I did a finish using similar methods. I think it added about 3oz, or 85g after fully curing. I weighed it because I was concerned it was already heavy. It weighs just over 10lb, or around 4.6Kg. It's probably the best guitar I've heard despite it's weight making it uncomfortable after a while of playing.
You are an audacious artisan. You gave your honest critique stood by it by remaking everything you find wanting in that guitar. I admire you by putting soul in your piece of work.
Thank you!
The younger and Better Murphy Lab... Damn the work is just perfect
Thank you
Murphy is not as great as they would have us believe.
Another fantastic piece of work from Dr Nitro! That is an absolute work of art, one of the best relic jobs I think I have seen.
Thank you
Well this got you another sub. What a spectacular job. Really impressive work, and it looks SO much better than it did fresh off the factory floor.
Thank you!
this is classic work and would give a guitarist to have this work done as apposed to buying one that is way out of their reach considering original guitar can only be afforded by the rich there’s nothing wrong with owing a relic and I can tell you I would get a hard on if I had one but I’m happy with my 50th anniversary 59 re-issue I bought back in 1999, only jealous people give out negative comments cause it’s only a guitar that they can only dream of owing keep up the good work
That’s incredible…it certainly looks 60yrs old…great work👍
Thank you
You sir, are a remarkable artist. You have a gift. Well done.
Thank you!
Love your work and your videos. Thanks so much for sharing your process. I'd love to see your take on how to relic/age a guitar with poly paint.
Thank you. For the poly i use same technology - full repainting.
Your work is the best I've ever seen. I' speechless.
Thank you for your kind words!
Absolutely mesmerising. You sir are a craftsman indeed.
Thank you
Absolutely gorgeous job!
Thank
She's a beauty. Great job Dr. Thanks for sharing this experience with the world.
Thank you!
Very very good job. The relic is well executed. Really well. 😊
@@hushpuppykl thank you
Amazing work, Incredible. Now I will not be afraid to get a ding or a scratch on my R9.
Thank you. 😁👍
It came out great. But I wont lie. You refurbished it to relic it all up. Broke my heart a little
The pick guard on my 1980 heritage is broken at the screw too. Great detail. Beautiful work.
Thank you
Awesome work sir!
This is amazing work. I would love to see one these compared side by side with a high dollar Murphy aged and a real burst.
Thank you. I would love to compare too. 😊
The vibe is there, so cool
This came from me who love aged guitar, not very keen of relic guitar. But for me, your work is awesome 👍👍👍😊
Thank you
I'm absolutely blown away! I have a 2011 Custom Shop SG 61' reissue, that would need your refinish!
Like he says "Become a creator" you can do it....just take as long as you need.
Thank you. Unfortunately now I can't take orders for repainting from abroad due to logistical difficulties.
Never mind the moronic comments. You are an artist.
Thank you
Incredible work !
Thank you
Sir, you are a true artist; congrats!
Thank you
Hey Dr. Nitro, I really like your work. Do you have a tip for me how I can darken my rosewood fretboard on a Strat to look more like a dark Brazilian rosewood board? Thank you in advance
Thank you. Try wood stain, tham danish oil.
Awesome series and top notch work
Thank you
65 years of wear in 3 episodes.. not quite that easy.. but the most realistic relicing I have seen.. fantastic work.. never thought to relic inlays..
Many thanks.
That guitar looks amazing now!
Thank you
Awesome work!
Thank you
It looks awesome to me. I want one. Relicing a guitar is very hard to get to look real. What you’re doing is all top notch. I may contact you about getting one of yours instead of a gibson
Thank you
Stunning work!
you are so f-ing good at this! brilliant work
отличный результат ! Шурупы сделали дело !
😁
Masterpiece!
Thank you
This is amazing! Gibson Custom shop should hire you as an consultant 😅 Any tips on aging white tuner keys?
put them in a cup of strong coffee
Thank you. It depends of type of plastic. Maybe coffee will work. Try alcohol dyes with isopropyl and oart of acetone
Wow. Very impressive work.
Thank you
*Insane level of skills !*
Thank you
@@8BombCustom You are very welcome brother. I wish I could re-finish my Les Paul in this fashion but my skills are non existent. And even if I had some skills, I wouldn't even DARE to try .. 😃
That really looks great!!!! I'd love to have a beater like that!
Thank you
Awesome work, I dig it. 👍
What does a guitar like this cost?.
Absolutely amazing quality!!!
Thank you
Hello this is incredible job ❤❤❤
Thank you
Simply incredible. Job well done.
@@jeffsquires6620 thank you
RESPECT!! ❤ EXCELLENT!!!
@@curtisprice9806 thank you
Gibson Custom Shop wish they had the skills you have , I'd buy one of yours before theirs anyday 👍👍👍👍
Thank you!
I love that you refinished this guitar! It just shows the substandard work that Gibson still does! It’s no wonder these reissues sound muffled as compared to the real thing! They are SO overpriced for the quality you are getting! I would buy one of your guitars over a custom shop Gibson any day!
Thank you
I like stained wood and paint finished because frame more beautiful
The people that have the nerve to call themselves guitar players throwing off on you. They're dumbshits. Your a master craftsman which apparently they don't understand. Love the videos
Thank you 😊
Seriously. The number of armchair expert luthiers who've probably never built a guitar, chiming in on that one was hilarous. Dude knows his stuff.
@@flapjack413 Thank you
He went through all the work repainting it only to ruin his paint job
Phantastic👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Thank you
Incredible
Thank you
Really amazing!! Thank you for sharing
Thank you
Потрясающая работа, достойная настоящего Мастера!!!😍😍😍
Спасибо бро!
This is soooooo nice, wow!!!!
Thank you
@@8BombCustom i would die for that les paul, youre work is soo amazing, i am sooo impressed, wow wow wow!!! So satisfying
EXCELLENT WORK!!!
Truly remarkable. I love that you have a freezer in your workshop for guitars hahahaha.
Thank you
You absolutely nailed it, the top is a dream but the back really is an incredible achievement. ..how does she sound?
Thank you. Now it sounds much better
crazy...awesome..8bomb is really good skills have
Thank you
Absolutely awesome, my man! 👍🏻
Thank you
Amazing work
Looks amazing!
Thank you
Very Nice! Good Job!
Wow, what a piece of art , I’m gonna say possibly as good as a original 59 LP , no question it’s better than the over priced reissue series , what this gentleman is doing is like the “ Murphy Labs “ series , !
Thank you
But a little better because he really really cares.
Thank you,
I like the idea of sun fading it but why not put all the hardware back on, especially the knobs? Beautiful work though.
beautiful job ❤❤❤❤❤
Wow! Nice relic job. You are father time.
Thank you
I wish i could live in easter europe to be able to send you my LP for a refinish job.
Thank you. But this is not the best place right now. It’s easier to buy a ready-made art object from me. 😊
Amazing, can i send you my Les Paul for a refinish? Do you offer this service?
What was put on the pickguard and poker chip to darken it?? Very nice! Impressive!
Artistic oil paint
Did this guitar have the fret wire replaced ? The binding does go over the frets I noticed
No, I haven't replaced the frets
Where did you get the serial number from. Search it and no found.
It is original sn
You are an artist!!!
Yes. Thank you !
Dr Nitro sir, what did product you put on the inlays to colour them?
Amazing work!
Thank you. It is acetone with dye. You will find about all the materials that I use and about all the nuances of working with them on my Patreon in the Maker level
www.patreon.com/8bombcustom
How are you aging the pickup covers and the stop tail piece? just sanding down the chrome?
Thank you
It was nickel. Full technology on my Patreon.
Stunning!
Thank you
Beautiful work! Can I send a clean JM body for you to paint and relic?
Thank you. Sorry, now I can't take orders for repainting from abroad.
Beautiful work. Would love my R8 to have real lacquer applied. It’s wonderful in every way except for the VOS finish.
Thank you
Can you get a checking effect from using rattle can clear coat and putting it in the freezer for a few hours or does it only work with nitro? Thanks.
It will work but that method make not realistic cracks pattern.
Thank you.
Does the laquer check IN the freezer,or does it check once it hits WARM air again?
Nothing happens to the varnish at room temperature.
11:49 name products ??
INCREIBLE!!!!!!!!
Sapresti aiutarmi gentilmente? Vorrei sapere se è possibile colorare i segna tasti in madre perla color ambra come la les paul classic
Yes, you can tint inlays. Follow the technology described in several videos in my Patreon in the Maker level. Link in the description of the video.
Your very talented. I would really like to me you. And anyone with any sense knows how hard this work is.
Thank you!