Digging the triumphant tracks at the end which match that loud and proud red color and showcase this axe super well. Congratulations on completing this work intensive build.
Hey, thanks for checking it out! Yeah, the paintjob was initially a let down, but considering the type of build(kind of a knock-around song writing instrument) I can live with it. The paint only really looks suspect up close. From a few feet away it looks pretty decent. I have a few more of these to build before I move onto some solid body builds, which might merit some Nitro-Lacquer or some type of danish oil.
Really cool, I saw the original Danelectro copy build and I'm glad this one popped up in my feed now. It's fun seeing people applying the Dano build process to other designs. I'd love to see more people experimenting with it and even different materials like sheet aluminum top and back or other composite materials. I'd really like to see something semihollow design inspired, just because it would be cool to see it with a thinner, slab body ratrod kinda look. You should definitely follow whatever inspires you though, it's been cool so far!
Hey, thanks for checking it out! I'd kind of like to try out some thin birch plywood as a top for one of these builds. I've been eying the Flying V. I have a few more planks of wood to use up, so I guess I've got some decisions to make!
Do it! That's a great idea for a body shape and P90s are great with the Mosrite style. Also i had to add lots more weight to really get this thing glued properly, maybe another 40 lbs!
Задумка конечно хорошая вот только аргалит как то использовать нехорошо хотя бы фанера....мне что то кажется что электрогитару можно делать из разных материалов всё равно звучать будет при условии что все размеры соблюдены
Very cool build ! I just watched your Danelectro copy video, and I loved that ! I plan to make a Daneletro Pro 1 using this build technic. One question, what is the thickness of the hardboard ?
Yep, I've used 3mm and it works great. You can also use thicker, like 1/4" or even 3/8" but you have to adjust the depth of your neck pocket accordingly.
So -a hollowbody tele DIY compared to a normal tele --what is the tone difference ? subtle ?--I am building one at present --need to know if its worth the huge effort ?
It is subtle. You may or may not notice a difference when plugged in. It might affect sustain, but probably not very much. Think of this build like a "Thinline Tele." Mine weighs about what a thinline weighs and I think the tone is comparable. If you are thinking of building a solidbody(such as a normal tele), that might be a little less work, so a bit easier overall.
Thanks! The amps used on the first song are Ampeg Jet J12 for rhythm guitar, Fender Deluxe Reverb for the solos. Second song, it's just the Fender Deluxe Reverb.
@@FrankOlsonTwins Thank you sir!! and good morning!! reply from Japan(I'm Japanese). someday I'd like to hear the sound diy red-tele and tiny cute LM386 amp.
The main difference in tone will be unplugged. When unplugged, the masonite guitars are louder. I like that for song writing and just playing "unplugged." Otherwise, I just prefer a traditional solid body or hollowbody.
I haven't weighed it yet, but it's just a little lighter than a thinline tele. You could make it lighter by making the entire skeleton thinner like the original Danelectros, or by removing most of the center block material. Original Danos just had a small block beneath the bridge. I opted for a full center block for added strength and stability...
Some guitars require shielding, others less so. This one(and the squier I used for parts) doesn't seem to need shielding. It's very quiet, with no noticeable hum or buzz. I've shielded other guitars and sometimes it helps.
Thanks, but go to a music store and find a Danelectro guitar. You don't even need to plug it in, just play it for a while and try NOT to write a cool new song or riff.
@FrankOlsonTwins i like all the process, but this material, only the top and the bottom and the painting finishing, are not durable. Weak to be scratched. Only this.
@@christianurgese I'm not saying they are incredibly made, or even particularly durable. If you get a chance to play one, you really should. As an instrument you can pick up and strum, without plugging into an amp, they are useful. Plus, they are fun to play and can be inspiring with their unique sound. Some of these instruments still exist from the 1950s and 60s, so they can last if cared for. I made one last year and it still looks and plays great: th-cam.com/video/7be6FrRbMw0/w-d-xo.html
One thing you could do is make a traditional "Thinline" Tele. It will probably save you about 1-2 lbs., depending on how much material you remove from the body chambers.
Dude, you know I'll lend you tools right? You don't have to live like this anymore.
😅😅 Maybe we just make the next one at your shop!
he has a CNC and he chooses to do it the hard way. builds character i suppose😂
Digging the triumphant tracks at the end which match that loud and proud red color and showcase this axe super well. Congratulations on completing this work intensive build.
Thanks man. I already feel this build is a success, since each guitar tone inspired it's own new part!
Good work, but definitely invest in the right paints and do some clearcoating if you're investing this much time in a build. Sounded great though man.
Hey, thanks for checking it out! Yeah, the paintjob was initially a let down, but considering the type of build(kind of a knock-around song writing instrument) I can live with it. The paint only really looks suspect up close. From a few feet away it looks pretty decent. I have a few more of these to build before I move onto some solid body builds, which might merit some Nitro-Lacquer or some type of danish oil.
WOW --Thankyou --cant wait to hear the acoustic aspect of this masonite semi hollow build --
Really cool, I saw the original Danelectro copy build and I'm glad this one popped up in my feed now. It's fun seeing people applying the Dano build process to other designs. I'd love to see more people experimenting with it and even different materials like sheet aluminum top and back or other composite materials. I'd really like to see something semihollow design inspired, just because it would be cool to see it with a thinner, slab body ratrod kinda look. You should definitely follow whatever inspires you though, it's been cool so far!
Hey, thanks for checking it out! I'd kind of like to try out some thin birch plywood as a top for one of these builds. I've been eying the Flying V. I have a few more planks of wood to use up, so I guess I've got some decisions to make!
Another nail in the coffin for "but muh-tonewood".
Lol, not bad for Masonite, right?
Very cool, I am willing to make me a cheapocaster like this! Very rewarding build. Loved it!
I have one more to make before i move onto nicer/solid wood. Everyone who has played it so far has enjoyed it!
I'm tempted to do a Mosrite shape with maybe a single dog ear P90 in this style of construction! Love the tape machine as a weight for gluing haha
Do it! That's a great idea for a body shape and P90s are great with the Mosrite style. Also i had to add lots more weight to really get this thing glued properly, maybe another 40 lbs!
Задумка конечно хорошая вот только аргалит как то использовать нехорошо хотя бы фанера....мне что то кажется что электрогитару можно делать из разных материалов всё равно звучать будет при условии что все размеры соблюдены
Invest in a power file, they save loads of arm ache and make shaping bodies and necks easy!
like me you improvise with cutting & sanding --no fancy tools --well done!
Thanks! I like to see how few "big" shop tools can be used to realistically make one of these guitars!
Nice project man
I would have chosen different materials for bottom and top
but beautiful
congratulations
Thanks! Yes it's a LOT of work to put into a hardboard guitar, but something about these guitars keeps me coming back for more!
Thankyou --I use the same thickness masonite---in Africa ---
you should build a flying v, an explorer, a les paul, with the masonite. or a longhorn bass copy, or an SG
I'd go for any of those! Finding the necks and parts is the hard part though!
Wow that looks Murray's telecaster from The Wiggles Movie
Hi Frank. Very nice work, I admire it, and it sounds very good. Friendships.
Hey, thanks! And thanks for checking it out!
My next build ma be a chambered body as well now.
They're nice to have around. Sound really cool unplugged, too!
At 3:20. what thickness hardboard /masonite are u using ? 1/8 inch or 1/4 inch --or mm equiv ?
The hardboard measures about 4mm thick, or about 1/8".
Does the headstock dip down when you have a guitar strap on.
Just barely. It's about as heavy as a thinline tele, maybe just a little lighter
Very cool build ! I just watched your Danelectro copy video, and I loved that ! I plan to make a Daneletro Pro 1 using this build technic. One question, what is the thickness of the hardboard ?
Thanks! The hardboard measures about 4mm thick, or about 1/8". Let me know how the Pro turns out!
@@FrankOlsonTwinsYeah no problem bro! Just is it good if I use 3mm ?
Yep, I've used 3mm and it works great. You can also use thicker, like 1/4" or even 3/8" but you have to adjust the depth of your neck pocket accordingly.
Hi man, just a quick update, I got the hardboard, plywood and a cheap jigsaw for the build. I may post photos when the body is done on Reddit.
Nice job
Thanks!
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Thanks for checking it out!
So -a hollowbody tele DIY compared to a normal tele --what is the tone difference ? subtle ?--I am building one at present --need to know if its worth the huge effort ?
It is subtle. You may or may not notice a difference when plugged in. It might affect sustain, but probably not very much. Think of this build like a "Thinline Tele." Mine weighs about what a thinline weighs and I think the tone is comparable. If you are thinking of building a solidbody(such as a normal tele), that might be a little less work, so a bit easier overall.
Oh!! great job and you made it!! anyway 15:49～19:50 nice guitar sound you plugged tiny cute LM386 amplifier witch you made it?
Thanks! The amps used on the first song are Ampeg Jet J12 for rhythm guitar, Fender Deluxe Reverb for the solos. Second song, it's just the Fender Deluxe Reverb.
@@FrankOlsonTwins
Thank you sir!! and good morning!! reply from Japan(I'm Japanese). someday I'd like to hear the sound diy red-tele and tiny cute LM386 amp.
I'll make a short and put it up in the next few days, the red tele and mini DIY amp... Good idea!
New short video with the Tele and mini amp: th-cam.com/users/shortszfZq-ERFlZE
I challenge you make another tele but from solid oak and solid maple
I do have enough walnut for a telecaster build....
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Thanks --thats interesting ----I am 75 so hopefully I wont notice the difference---in tone !
The main difference in tone will be unplugged. When unplugged, the masonite guitars are louder. I like that for song writing and just playing "unplugged." Otherwise, I just prefer a traditional solid body or hollowbody.
What was the finished body weight? I’m hoping to make lightweight bodies like this. Thx.
I haven't weighed it yet, but it's just a little lighter than a thinline tele. You could make it lighter by making the entire skeleton thinner like the original Danelectros, or by removing most of the center block material. Original Danos just had a small block beneath the bridge. I opted for a full center block for added strength and stability...
A ekranowanie gdzie ?
Some guitars require shielding, others less so. This one(and the squier I used for parts) doesn't seem to need shielding. It's very quiet, with no noticeable hum or buzz. I've shielded other guitars and sometimes it helps.
Beautiful build, I’m not a fan of “worker harder not smarter”, but you made it work.
Thanks! This one was definitely an educational journey. I learned a lot about what not to do!
Well-done, but why cardboard... why ikea guitar?
Thanks, but go to a music store and find a Danelectro guitar. You don't even need to plug it in, just play it for a while and try NOT to write a cool new song or riff.
@FrankOlsonTwins i like all the process, but this material, only the top and the bottom and the painting finishing, are not durable. Weak to be scratched. Only this.
@@christianurgese I'm not saying they are incredibly made, or even particularly durable. If you get a chance to play one, you really should. As an instrument you can pick up and strum, without plugging into an amp, they are useful. Plus, they are fun to play and can be inspiring with their unique sound.
Some of these instruments still exist from the 1950s and 60s, so they can last if cared for.
I made one last year and it still looks and plays great: th-cam.com/video/7be6FrRbMw0/w-d-xo.html
IT has to be lighter as I am using African hardwood frame --do not like a heavy Strat body ---!
One thing you could do is make a traditional "Thinline" Tele. It will probably save you about 1-2 lbs., depending on how much material you remove from the body chambers.
Why this moderator concludes my replies are in-appropriate is beyond me ? What do you think ? have I done something offensive ?
Hmm, I'm not sure. I can see what you wrote, nothing seems to be offensive. But you're right, somehow it gets canceled.
Hardboard...WTF??????????????????
Sure, hardboard guitars are nice to have around. They make great songwriting instruments.
That's how danelectros and Silvertones were made back in the day