Holy smokes! Awesome idea! So many “how-to” videos on building guitars, but this is literally the first I have personally seen on building a custom case. Great work!
This is an excellent tutorial for something that is rarely covered by others. Very nice job. It might be the definitive tutorial for folks going forward.
@@HighlineGuitarsThere were a couple of other videos but they didn't make the inside to the shape of the guitar. I think that if you're making a custom case, why not make it fit the guitar? This video was really good just like your other videos.
When you opened the case to reveal the guitar inside the case, while drilling the pilot holes for the latches, I realized you were now just showing off. Jokes aside, absolute banger of a video. So glad I found your content.
I had no idea it was that straight forward. I was literally looking at websites for either bass or XL guitar cases for my current baritone project. They were either way to big or JUST too short. This is such a good answer to the problem!!!
Wow!! Talk about attention to detail. Even strategic placement of the handle for balance. Very well done without making it complicated. Thank you for sharing!
I made a similar case the same way about 40 years ago. I called it Ben's Folley. I used #4 countersunk screws insteas of brads because brads do not support tension loads at all. It worked fine. It weighed a ton. Brutally heavy. I carried my Ibanez solid body in it 2.5 miles almost every day to conservatory. What a fool. Finally, I packed up a guitar that I sold in it.
"...and in 10 inches of snow, both ways, all year long." ha ha... just kidding. My first cases were monsters, too, but still in use today. I might support my next house-building with the two older ones. Or perhaps create car-jack runways. ha ha... I am looking for a titanium tree - strong. light but also easier to cut without lasers.
Ugh! God Bless you brother! Why aren't more folks asking these types of relevant questions? So frustrated that to even get a case w/ a guitar the se days is almost unheard of. Wow, thanks for this great vid!☺
Excellent video. The finished product looks like a professionally made, high dollar case. I've worked with XPS foam for years and it's amazing. It's like to mention to anyone building with XPS foam, if you're not using gorilla glue, test it on a scrap piece foam first. Lots of sprays (paint, adhesive, etc) will melt foam. It's not actually the content but the propellant. I found out the hard way.
Just last week I began to think of a way to make a guitar case 60% of what you did is what i thought of.. get out of my head! and thank you for being on time with the other 40%
I’ve been self taught since age 11 but I actually needed this video because my daughter is a figure skater. Her very expensive skates need to safely travel to competitions so I could think of nothing better than a crushed velvet lined case. For the shell I’m using a Pelican style wheeled case and expanding foam for the inserts. All covered in crushed velvet like all my guitar cases. Very helpful video and beautiful craftsmanship!
Ya are you going to use a plastic film to cover the skates? Like they have these kits for winterizing windows it's basically just a box of shrink wrap plastic. You could wrap the skates and then you use the foam?
You could probably just wrap them in a blanket too they are ice skates. Guitars need cases for climate control and going on the road, and they will snap in half possibly. Seems like skates could really only be scratched. But I have never seen fancy skates so idk. I making cases seems kinda cool tho
55 years ago I made a similar case for an aquatic insect collection (120 small bottles). I was so proud of it (and the collection) that I kept it until 6 months ago. End of story, I finally took it to the dump. My case was no where as good as your work.
As a woodworker, I'd like to offer a couple tips. First, consider a rabbet joint at the ends instead of a butt joint. They're not that hard to cut with a table saw and gives you extra gluing surface, which equals extra strength. Second, if you're gonna round over the edges anyway, cut your top and bottom an 1/8" oversize, that way if your cuts aren't square (or worse, are short) you won't pull your box out of square trying to line up the edges. I always cut large and trim back, I learned way back it's always easier to cut more off than back on. That said, I'm gonna put one of these together (with rabbets, lol). I got a nice guitar from a friend that has no case and this looks like a fun weekend project. 🤘
This case doesn't need rabbet or dovetail or any other fancy joint because the top and bottom add all the strength it needs and besides, they'll be covered anyway.
This was an awesome build - the materials look very accessible and budget-friendly, the tools were pretty standard for a woodworker (except for the cnc but that isn't necessary), it was fairly simple yet demonstrated so many tips and tricks that made for a simple yet thorough build that looks and functions professionally.
I'm making a case as of right now! I was inspired by this video. Although, rather than using fur and that type of foam, I'm using a foam made for firearm cases which I've found to work just great. I'm also going to leave the wood exposed to show off it's grain. Awesome video though, keep up the great work!
Of everything I've researched on the Web about building cases for musical instruments, this was - by far - the simplest video to understand. It is encouraging to see videos of this type, detailed, concise and very enlightening in this area, without having to take the crap of the “quick video” that prevents a clear perception of the needs and solutions for this type of personalized construction. I'm grateful, Highline Guitars. Best Regards. Macedo Pinto Portugal
Excellent tutorial. Thanks! I carry my Tele in a gradually crumbling 1968 Baldwin [UK] case that's held up longer than it ought and I could (almost) do this.
Nice! Great job. Guitarists usually slide their guitars in and out of vehicles. The raised screws can catch and rip off the case. Glue on the threads will help prevent this, as would flat head screws. I gave up using rubber feet on the back edge for the same reason---they ripped right off even with glue on the screws. A piano hinge makes a nice touch, too.
Ya look at a freedom case skb those things are just flat the only foot like things are on the hinge edge. Only thing to get caught is the handle never had that happen. 90* hinges might be cool but the might fail. The strap is annoying, it detached on my case the lid opens flat. But I think if the strap fails the hinges fail too and if they break the case might not a case anymore. Either way the way he built it is very nice and i can tell it's high quality for sure. Thank you for the video man excellent
Did you have nice screws or regular screws? I feel like nicer screws are finished and hence less likely to catch on stuff. Even the finish matters. The rubber feet are there more so you don't end up scratching the floor at a venue or like... Well a floor or table really, because usually the floor will have some tiny grit and sliding a heavy case around scratches a bunch. I think. What else did the feet do? If u knock over your beer it doesn't wick all over the case and then pick it up 3 days later and it stinks and has a stain on it to clean. Lol never done that but I can see it in my minds eye now. The equipment needs to be musician safe and not susceptible to spilled beer. Also the feet might help if it rocks
Truck-bed liquid liner works great and its strong, the plus is that you can get it in almost any color. Rust-Oleum, Dupli-Coat/Color, Hercules are all good. If you 3d printer your name or logo and glue it to the case before you spray it look pretty damn good even if you crappy with a spray can.
When I first started out in bands in the late 1970's, my friend bought a Burns Nu-Sonic bass (which I have now), and became the bass player. It didn't have a case, so as a surprise for him, his dad made one. It was very well made, but when he put the bass in and picked it up he found it weighed a ton, and what's more his dad hadn't allowed for the difference in weight between a body and a neck, and had put the handle slap bang in the centre, so the end where the body was dive bombed toward the floor! He bought a purpose-made case in the end, but his dad's creation didn't go to waste - our keyboard player was a bit of an electronics wiz, and had bought a Maplin electric piano kit, so the bass case became the body of his electric piano.
Great build, Chris. It's a great design and not too difficult for most DIYers to make. I like the idea of the roll-on finish instead of covering with vinyl or Tolex. I believe that is the same or similar product that Peavey used (or still uses) on their cabinets. Back in the day I had some SP-3s that had a rubberized coating like that.
Hello! I love your videos, but I have to be the Resident Safety Sally here! You demonstrated good technique in standing sideways and not being in-line with the path of the workpiece, but when performing a box lid opening operation on the table saw, you have to be very careful when applying lateral side pressure against the blade, such as you were at the 4:30 mark with the square. You are effectively running a very high risk of pinching the blade between the wood, which is 100% a recipe for kickback. Underpowered saws will cause burning and/or stall out, but anything with a bit of oomph will send that piece of lumber back in a direction you would rather it not be. While you certainly can cut the lid of the box in a single pass, I would suggest a safer method: Do not make a full depth pass. Instead, make a partial cut to establish your lid/kerf line. Leave a thin strip of support material that keeps the entire box intact. Then you can take any handsaw of your choice (flush cut, or Japanese pull saws are my preferred type) and finish the cut. Then finish the remaining cleanup with your preferred method of choice; block plane, sandpaper, trim router, etc. While it is a little more cleanup work, you get your sharp line established by your table saw, but without the potential of your large unwieldy box suddenly turning into an unexpected projectile. You can also have a bit of shim stock the same width as your saw kerf if you decide to go the full cut method, but I think that simply keeping the box more-or-less intact for the initial pass is a little more intuitive. Other than that, I love the content on a subject that is not really shown on TH-cam!
Made a road case 40 years ago. No paint. Textured laminex and aluminum angle. Survived being thrown off stage, flying out the back of the van on the freeway and having someone fall on it. Money well spent for my '68 gold top. Nice instructional video.
I attempted making a case several years ago and got stuck because I was using a faux leather to wrap it and I ran out of ideas trying to figure out hinge placement. So it's been sitting on the shelf for several years. Your video has inspired me to finish the project, but to use DuraTex. Thanks!! There aren't many good videos for making cases.
Beautiful guitar case! A Graphic design can be also added to the guitar case to make it very unique! One feature I loved on a guitar case I purchased was that it had a built in tuner.
Nice work! Simple and efficient! I intend to build a case to my hawaian guitar (lap steel) and I will follow your experiences! Great video! Thanks,,!!!
I'm not so hot on the faux fur liner, but that's just a taste thing. I think this case turned out really well, and that roll on finish is genius. Tolex is hard to work with, so why bother? Looks really good!
@@jamiemorgan4146what fur would you use? I'm probably building one myself and just curious. although I don't think I want to spend the money on real fur so I will just use some fabric.
I've been planning a case, and had a plan about 90% the same. I was going to use pocket screws (and glue) to secure the ends, not brads. I was planning to use Tolex, but the roll on material would be much easier. I was not planning to use rigid form, but might reconsider. Using a softer foam would allow for some movement, which I would counter with a cross piece to cradle the neck. FYI, I am building for a bass, and many of my ideas come from the Fender case that came with my 1977 P-bass.
I built a bass case and the roll on stuff certainly looks easier. I wrapped my bass in plastic and used spray foam to fill in and fit the bass. By the way, I saw another video where a guitar case was build from a scrap hollow door.
At some point Albert King used to carry his guitar in a sack when on the bus ... because he found the case so pretty and wanted to keep it immaculate .. with this kind of Blackbox the bus had to be protected . anyway I like the traditional form of building and furnishing these things :)
when you use the Dura Tex, lay it on and when its wet lay some saran wrap on it and pull it off pulling in different directions. you can get a great leather look from it.
its a hit and miss in the beginning. It gets better. I build a lot of guitar, bass and PA cabinets. I started spraying. it gives a nice even smooth finish. I love dura tex. They are right near me.
Hello! Thank you for creating this video. I really enjoyed it. This was the first video I have seen from you! I have liked, and subscribed! Keep up the great work! Cheers from Canada! (Cutting open the box was my favorite "Tip!") Well done!
I built a very sturdy case for my NS design electric cello. I used 3/4 ply and mattress topper foam inside. I secured it together with deck brackets. I took it to multiple firebases in AFG without damage. It was too heavy and impractical for anything other than being placed on an Air Force pallet.
As someone who has built cases as well, I say good job and well done. Would suggest rubber feet/buttons for bottom and hinge end to complete case protection from floor or other surfaces. They are available in different diameters and heights. Thanks….Harry
@@HighlineGuitars when attaching to thin plywood, you might use 1/8 plywood circles laminated on inside and small nuts and bolts. Tighten nuts to pull down partially into ply and seal with superglue. Extra layer of faux fur should provide enough padding to elliminate any chance of
Yes! This is exactly what I needed to see. Been hunting down a coffin case for my custom B.C. Rich style guitar I'm working on. This tho, THIS just says "Ah screw it make your own.
Thank you. I have received a bass from China which was just what I wanted but doesn't fit in anything commercially available, just wish I had one of those bench mounted circular saw thingies.
13.30..balancing the case with the guitar inside in order to get a balanced handle..nothing is overlooked in this shop! Great work!
and a beautiful addition to a fine looking guitar
The PVC rod to find the balance point = GENIUS. Thank you!
Holy smokes! Awesome idea! So many “how-to” videos on building guitars, but this is literally the first I have personally seen on building a custom case. Great work!
This is an excellent tutorial for something that is rarely covered by others. Very nice job. It might be the definitive tutorial for folks going forward.
Wow, thanks!
@@HighlineGuitarsThere were a couple of other videos but they didn't make the inside to the shape of the guitar. I think that if you're making a custom case, why not make it fit the guitar? This video was really good just like your other videos.
I need to make cases for AutoHarps. This will do the job ‼️
When you opened the case to reveal the guitar inside the case, while drilling the pilot holes for the latches, I realized you were now just showing off. Jokes aside, absolute banger of a video. So glad I found your content.
I had no idea it was that straight forward. I was literally looking at websites for either bass or XL guitar cases for my current baritone project. They were either way to big or JUST too short. This is such a good answer to the problem!!!
Wow!! Talk about attention to detail. Even strategic placement of the handle for balance. Very well done without making it complicated. Thank you for sharing!
I made a similar case the same way about 40 years ago. I called it Ben's Folley. I used #4 countersunk screws insteas of brads because brads do not support tension loads at all. It worked fine. It weighed a ton. Brutally heavy. I carried my Ibanez solid body in it 2.5 miles almost every day to conservatory. What a fool. Finally, I packed up a guitar that I sold in it.
"...and in 10 inches of snow, both ways, all year long." ha ha... just kidding. My first cases were monsters, too, but still in use today. I might support my next house-building with the two older ones. Or perhaps create car-jack runways. ha ha... I am looking for a titanium tree - strong. light but also easier to cut without lasers.
Ugh! God Bless you brother!
Why aren't more folks asking these types of relevant questions? So frustrated that to even get a case w/ a guitar the se days is almost unheard of.
Wow, thanks for this great vid!☺
Excellent video. The finished product looks like a professionally made, high dollar case. I've worked with XPS foam for years and it's amazing. It's like to mention to anyone building with XPS foam, if you're not using gorilla glue, test it on a scrap piece foam first. Lots of sprays (paint, adhesive, etc) will melt foam. It's not actually the content but the propellant. I found out the hard way.
Just last week I began to think of a way to make a guitar case
60% of what you did is what i thought of..
get out of my head!
and thank you for being on time with the other 40%
Great job…. The case balance tip is brilliant.
So nice to see someone use a screwdriver to install the finish screws, instead of a drill driver and rounding off all the heads....
Great video!
I often used my drill to install screws, but if there's a risk of damaging the wood (like thin plywood), I'll use a screwdriver.
I’ve been self taught since age 11 but I actually needed this video because my daughter is a figure skater. Her very expensive skates need to safely travel to competitions so I could think of nothing better than a crushed velvet lined case. For the shell I’m using a Pelican style wheeled case and expanding foam for the inserts. All covered in crushed velvet like all my guitar cases. Very helpful video and beautiful craftsmanship!
Ya are you going to use a plastic film to cover the skates? Like they have these kits for winterizing windows it's basically just a box of shrink wrap plastic. You could wrap the skates and then you use the foam?
You could probably just wrap them in a blanket too they are ice skates. Guitars need cases for climate control and going on the road, and they will snap in half possibly. Seems like skates could really only be scratched. But I have never seen fancy skates so idk. I making cases seems kinda cool tho
55 years ago I made a similar case for an aquatic insect collection (120 small bottles). I was so proud of it (and the collection) that I kept it until 6 months ago. End of story, I finally took it to the dump. My case was no where as good as your work.
As a woodworker, I'd like to offer a couple tips. First, consider a rabbet joint at the ends instead of a butt joint. They're not that hard to cut with a table saw and gives you extra gluing surface, which equals extra strength. Second, if you're gonna round over the edges anyway, cut your top and bottom an 1/8" oversize, that way if your cuts aren't square (or worse, are short) you won't pull your box out of square trying to line up the edges. I always cut large and trim back, I learned way back it's always easier to cut more off than back on. That said, I'm gonna put one of these together (with rabbets, lol). I got a nice guitar from a friend that has no case and this looks like a fun weekend project. 🤘
This case doesn't need rabbet or dovetail or any other fancy joint because the top and bottom add all the strength it needs and besides, they'll be covered anyway.
@@HighlineGuitars rabbets are the simplest joint besides a butt joint, but it's your case so go for it.
I love this video so much. This is what perfection looks like
This was an awesome build - the materials look very accessible and budget-friendly, the tools were pretty standard for a woodworker (except for the cnc but that isn't necessary), it was fairly simple yet demonstrated so many tips and tricks that made for a simple yet thorough build that looks and functions professionally.
one of the first guitar case building videos ive ever seen nice job dude
Beautiful case for a beautiful guitar. Well done. Wish I had the tools and talent to do this for my guitar.
Wow you made that look so easy...and built an awesome guitar CASE. Thanks for the tutorial and my next woodworkng project!
I'm making a case as of right now! I was inspired by this video. Although, rather than using fur and that type of foam, I'm using a foam made for firearm cases which I've found to work just great. I'm also going to leave the wood exposed to show off it's grain. Awesome video though, keep up the great work!
The Duratex is a great choice for quick finish that looks good too.
Of everything I've researched on the Web about building cases for musical instruments, this was - by far - the simplest video to understand. It is encouraging to see videos of this type, detailed, concise and very enlightening in this area, without having to take the crap of the “quick video” that prevents a clear perception of the needs and solutions for this type of personalized construction.
I'm grateful, Highline Guitars.
Best Regards.
Macedo Pinto
Portugal
Excellent tutorial. Thanks! I carry my Tele in a gradually crumbling 1968 Baldwin [UK] case that's held up longer than it ought and I could (almost) do this.
Excellent video sir. This is the most useful thing I’ve seen on TH-cam in months. Thank you!
Wow, thanks!
I’ve never seen a video like this, and glad I did.
Fine job my friend while I also think that if one has found a guitar that they love, it too deserves the hugs of a loving custom case. 🙏
Thoroughly amazed at your ingenuity and workmanship
I don't think I've ever seen a case constructed. That was actually very cool and informative.
Nice! Great job. Guitarists usually slide their guitars in and out of vehicles. The raised screws can catch and rip off the case. Glue on the threads will help prevent this, as would flat head screws. I gave up using rubber feet on the back edge for the same reason---they ripped right off even with glue on the screws. A piano hinge makes a nice touch, too.
Ya look at a freedom case skb those things are just flat the only foot like things are on the hinge edge. Only thing to get caught is the handle never had that happen.
90* hinges might be cool but the might fail. The strap is annoying, it detached on my case the lid opens flat. But I think if the strap fails the hinges fail too and if they break the case might not a case anymore. Either way the way he built it is very nice and i can tell it's high quality for sure.
Thank you for the video man excellent
Did you have nice screws or regular screws? I feel like nicer screws are finished and hence less likely to catch on stuff. Even the finish matters. The rubber feet are there more so you don't end up scratching the floor at a venue or like... Well a floor or table really, because usually the floor will have some tiny grit and sliding a heavy case around scratches a bunch. I think. What else did the feet do? If u knock over your beer it doesn't wick all over the case and then pick it up 3 days later and it stinks and has a stain on it to clean. Lol never done that but I can see it in my minds eye now. The equipment needs to be musician safe and not susceptible to spilled beer. Also the feet might help if it rocks
Nice job. Its great, 100% perfect. A Lot of great details. I do worry about the hinges' screws pulling out of the pine. Pine is fairly soft.
Truck-bed liquid liner works great and its strong, the plus is that you can get it in almost any color. Rust-Oleum, Dupli-Coat/Color, Hercules are all good. If you 3d printer your name or logo and glue it to the case before you spray it look pretty damn good even if you crappy with a spray can.
Best video I’ve seen on case building. Well done. Looks Brilliant
When I first started out in bands in the late 1970's, my friend bought a Burns Nu-Sonic bass (which I have now), and became the bass player. It didn't have a case, so as a surprise for him, his dad made one. It was very well made, but when he put the bass in and picked it up he found it weighed a ton, and what's more his dad hadn't allowed for the difference in weight between a body and a neck, and had put the handle slap bang in the centre, so the end where the body was dive bombed toward the floor!
He bought a purpose-made case in the end, but his dad's creation didn't go to waste - our keyboard player was a bit of an electronics wiz, and had bought a Maplin electric piano kit, so the bass case became the body of his electric piano.
Man, you make it look easy. Me and my old man once thought it was a good idea to build a case, without many tools, and it soon became a nightmare.
That is outstanding. I have never seen one of those built. Simply beautiful. Phenomenal work.
Thank you very much!
Only add would be the rubber/metal feet and a leather lid strap to stop the lid flopping. Great and well made case.
Great build, Chris. It's a great design and not too difficult for most DIYers to make. I like the idea of the roll-on finish instead of covering with vinyl or Tolex. I believe that is the same or similar product that Peavey used (or still uses) on their cabinets. Back in the day I had some SP-3s that had a rubberized coating like that.
I am on the same page. I feel like a great guitar should have a great case.
Hello! I love your videos, but I have to be the Resident Safety Sally here!
You demonstrated good technique in standing sideways and not being in-line with the path of the workpiece, but when performing a box lid opening operation on the table saw, you have to be very careful when applying lateral side pressure against the blade, such as you were at the 4:30 mark with the square. You are effectively running a very high risk of pinching the blade between the wood, which is 100% a recipe for kickback. Underpowered saws will cause burning and/or stall out, but anything with a bit of oomph will send that piece of lumber back in a direction you would rather it not be.
While you certainly can cut the lid of the box in a single pass, I would suggest a safer method: Do not make a full depth pass. Instead, make a partial cut to establish your lid/kerf line. Leave a thin strip of support material that keeps the entire box intact. Then you can take any handsaw of your choice (flush cut, or Japanese pull saws are my preferred type) and finish the cut. Then finish the remaining cleanup with your preferred method of choice; block plane, sandpaper, trim router, etc. While it is a little more cleanup work, you get your sharp line established by your table saw, but without the potential of your large unwieldy box suddenly turning into an unexpected projectile.
You can also have a bit of shim stock the same width as your saw kerf if you decide to go the full cut method, but I think that simply keeping the box more-or-less intact for the initial pass is a little more intuitive. Other than that, I love the content on a subject that is not really shown on TH-cam!
Made a road case 40 years ago. No paint. Textured laminex and aluminum angle. Survived being thrown off stage, flying out the back of the van on the freeway and having someone fall on it. Money well spent for my '68 gold top. Nice instructional video.
I attempted making a case several years ago and got stuck because I was using a faux leather to wrap it and I ran out of ideas trying to figure out hinge placement. So it's been sitting on the shelf for several years.
Your video has inspired me to finish the project, but to use DuraTex.
Thanks!! There aren't many good videos for making cases.
Immaculate woodwork indeed. I particularly like the routing of the edges; never thought about that tbh.
Almost a pity to cover it in paint!
Excellent!!! Best custom case build ive ever seen!!!
Wonderful craftsmanship!
Great tutorial, as with all of your videos, immaculately explained and fantastic end result, keep up the great work Chris 👍
Geez.. if ive ever seen a snazzy thing, this was it. Very cool
Your case is beautiful.
I’d like to do the same thing.
When i built a guitar i do guitar strap, guitar picks but no the case.
Now i can. Thank you.
Wow love the case design and workmanship....a perfect match for the great looking guitar too...
Thank you kindly!
Nice job. I use Hammarite with 10% acetone 4" flock roller. This gives a leather cloth look.
Good ventilation important.
The roll on coating is a revelation. Careful with the nailer, you got your fingers in some places I wouldn't want mine.
Good idea the first time I’ve seen this idea covered.
Glad you liked it!
Great video. I have seen professional (expensive) cases where the guitar is angled to make room for a pedal cavity. Otherwise truly awesome.
Nice work! I never thought of using a coating instead of a fabric covering.
Beautiful guitar case! A Graphic design can be also added to the guitar case to make it very unique! One feature I loved on a guitar case I purchased was that it had a built in tuner.
Check out the case I did for the Metallica Flying M Guitar: th-cam.com/video/qIyk-woybhA/w-d-xo.html&feature=shares&t=162
Nice work! Simple and efficient! I intend to build a case to my hawaian guitar (lap steel) and I will follow your experiences! Great video! Thanks,,!!!
Love it.. I think I'm going to make my case shells this weekend.
Thank you for the video! I'm thinking about making a case for my keyboard, so this helps a lot! Very beautiful and professional looking case!
You’re videos are always well timed for my needs. Thanks in advance!
Very informative. Need to make a custom case for my custom guitar. This was perfect.
I'm not so hot on the faux fur liner, but that's just a taste thing. I think this case turned out really well, and that roll on finish is genius. Tolex is hard to work with, so why bother? Looks really good!
I’d use real fur.
@@jamiemorgan4146what fur would you use? I'm probably building one myself and just curious. although I don't think I want to spend the money on real fur so I will just use some fabric.
Love it. Restoring one right now
While I'm not a huge fan of the faux fur, this is without a doubt a beautiful custom case. Well done! Thanks for the tutorial!
What would you use instead of faux fur?
@@rowanmurphy5239 I'd use Velvet. Either cotton, crushed or rayon.
I dig it! I have some Surf Green Tolex waiting for when I take on the same job. It matches the Tele I made perfectly! Have a good one.
Thanks, you too!
Excellent video,The bed liner coating is way better than tolex I think. And the guitar is awesome. thank you for posting.
Thanks for watching!
This is one of the best DIY custom guitar case videos I've watched on YT. This is so cool... 👌👍🙌
I completed the case yesterday.
A bit different (tweed exterior), but this was an excellent guide.
Thank you.
I've been planning a case, and had a plan about 90% the same. I was going to use pocket screws (and glue) to secure the ends, not brads. I was planning to use Tolex, but the roll on material would be much easier. I was not planning to use rigid form, but might reconsider. Using a softer foam would allow for some movement, which I would counter with a cross piece to cradle the neck. FYI, I am building for a bass, and many of my ideas come from the Fender case that came with my 1977 P-bass.
I built a bass case and the roll on stuff certainly looks easier. I wrapped my bass in plastic and used spray foam to fill in and fit the bass. By the way, I saw another video where a guitar case was build from a scrap hollow door.
Great job and thank you for making it simple. I'm such a cheapskate that 2 outta 3 basses l have don't have a case. For now. Great video
Loved this video. Very easy to follow your step by step instructions.
Glad it was helpful!
At some point Albert King used to carry his guitar in a sack when on the bus ... because he found the case so pretty and wanted to keep it immaculate .. with this kind of Blackbox the bus had to be protected . anyway I like the traditional form of building and furnishing these things :)
That is a good video, and now I can build a case for my Left-Handed ESP LTD EX-100.
Fantastic Video, covering every aspect of Case construction ! 😊🥰
Well done, thanks ! 👍👍
Cheers ✌️
Your video is the best one I ever seen on cases 👌👌👌
very cool case, makes me want to refurbish my old beaters😊
Just wanted to say THANKS! Great job and video.
Thanks for watching!
So much fun to watch such a beautiful art
Always wanted to see somebody do this. Great Job.
Thinking of building one myself thanks for the tips.
That is a good looking roadie case, it should protect your guitar quite well.
M encanto su trabajo ahora empezaré a fabricar mis propios case😊
Thanks for that. I have been thinking king how to build a case for my 335. This has given me ideas and inspiration. Liked and subscribed.
Glad I could help
This is an awesome vid! I build a custom Tele and i wanted to build a case for her! This video is perfect!
Glad I could help!
when you use the Dura Tex, lay it on and when its wet lay some saran wrap on it and pull it off pulling in different directions. you can get a great leather look from it.
I did that as a test on some scrap, but it didn't work very well.
its a hit and miss in the beginning. It gets better. I build a lot of guitar, bass and PA cabinets. I started spraying. it gives a nice even smooth finish. I love dura tex. They are right near me.
Hello! Thank you for creating this video. I really enjoyed it. This was the first video I have seen from you! I have liked, and subscribed! Keep up the great work! Cheers from Canada! (Cutting open the box was my favorite "Tip!") Well done!
Thank you so much and welcome aboard!
beautiful craftsmanship!
Thank you very much!
GREAT VIDEO.
TONS OF FUN TO WAYXH, AND AN EXCELLENT DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION
Been looking for a good guitar case building video. Keep putting out great content like this my friend 👍
I built a very sturdy case for my NS design electric cello. I used 3/4 ply and mattress topper foam inside. I secured it together with deck brackets. I took it to multiple firebases in AFG without damage. It was too heavy and impractical for anything other than being placed on an Air Force pallet.
So many smart little moves 😎
As someone who has built cases as well, I say good job and well done. Would suggest rubber feet/buttons for bottom and hinge end to complete case protection from floor or other surfaces. They are available in different diameters and heights. Thanks….Harry
I do add feet sometimes, but they are notorious for getting torn off.
@@HighlineGuitars when attaching to thin plywood, you might use 1/8 plywood circles laminated on inside and small nuts and bolts. Tighten nuts to pull down partially into ply and seal with superglue. Extra layer of faux fur should provide enough padding to elliminate any chance of
Thank you so much for this demo! Nice results 😎🎸🪐
This was a joy to watch.....Thank you for posting!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Yes! This is exactly what I needed to see. Been hunting down a coffin case for my custom B.C. Rich style guitar I'm working on. This tho, THIS just says "Ah screw it make your own.
Fantastic tutorial here. Well done.
Thanks for sharing this content. I plan on build a custom pedal board. I think this will be perfect for that.
the is an excellent example of how to build a case! ty.
Great video! Very helpful and informative. Now off to make two of these for my basses.
Thank you. I have received a bass from China which was just what I wanted but doesn't fit in anything commercially available, just wish I had one of those bench mounted circular saw thingies.