I have an electric one I bought and love it. I want an acoustic but feel like making it from scratch would be more fun and mean more to me in the end.
Is it possible/probable/fairly easy to make an acoustic guitar?
What kind of things do I need to know?
Any other information would be helpful, thanks!
2007-03-05 10:15:18 · 9 answers · asked by ? 5 in Entertainment & Music ➔ Music
Your right...It seems like it would be a nice and fun project to do...however....
I had a friend who was into all sorts or woodworking and decided to build his own guitar. It is a very time consuming project and requires alot of knowledge about woodworking and other things. In the end, even though the guitar looked beautiful, with inlays and fancy woodworking, it sounded and played aweful.
In the end, it is best left to the professionals...it would be a nice thing to do, but unless you are an expert already, the end product will be something less desired. Now, I have a deep respect for the guitar makers. It is hard and exacting work...
2007-03-05 10:22:52 · answer #1 · answered by }-{2(o) 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Guitar isn't like every other instrument. Only a guitarist can interpret sheet music or chords. I'm a guitarist and honestly, I don't recommend getting stuff off the internet because they don't use the proper symbols nor does it properly tell you how to play the rhythm in general. If you're not getting tabs from the internet GREAT! :) I do highly recommend you see a tutor if you want to learn guitar as it's not easy to learn. It is once you know the basics but you can't teach yourself and be a good player in a short period of time. Even with a tutor it takes time. Acoustic is a good choice to practise chords on however since it has nylon strings; your fingertips won't hurt as much when playing chords. :) Don't suddenly jump into chords, play a few melodies, get to know the scales and play a few riffs. Practise a few chords at a time. Try and start with these 3 first A, E and D. :) They're easy. Look them up on google or I'll comment and tell you them. After that, try their minor version, A minor, E minor and D minor. Once again look them up or I'll comment. Once you know your fingerboard well and the strings, THEN start to practise songs. :) It just takes patience m'dear. Jamess answer sums it up pretty well. Make sure you practice those chords!
2016-03-16 05:14:18 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't want to discourage you - BUT keep this in mind:
It will take a long time.
You will make a lot of mistakes
It may not turn out very well
What sort of history do you have with woodworking? Tools?
There are some very tricky things involved in building a guitar, including slow-bending strips of wood, installing trusses, frets, etc.
I'd recommend contacting a luthier's site - I've seen things on the internet that talk about how to build a guitar.
If you buy one you know it will work.
FP
2007-03-05 10:19:56 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
A friend of mine had a complete workshop full of tools and made his first Telecaster when he was 18 after three years of trying and failing. By the time he was 25-26, his guitars were pretty decent. Now he's 44 and his guitars are very good, selling at some $6000 - 8000. He has discovered and patented several techniques that he keeps secret. He was happy with his own guitar for the first time somewhere when he was 35.
Takamine sells great guitars with built-in pickups & pre-amps for $600. You do the math.
2007-03-05 10:48:30 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The process of making srtinged instruments is called lutherie, and this is what you should look up. Such a task is beyond most ordinary people but since you are asking you probably have some interest in woodworking and lutherie. Look for some instructional books or videos on the subject. It will be cheaper and easier to buy a guitar, but if you want a fun project and something to take pride in, go for it. Good luck.
2007-03-05 10:19:22 · answer #5 · answered by Dan X 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You need a lot of clamps and tools to make an acoustic. I don't think it's a good idea for just something to try. Good idea though. I play the guitar, and I'd love to make my own too. I just don't think I'd be able to make one even close to the guitars that professionals do.
2007-03-05 10:20:59 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
You can buy kits or you can start from scratch. Good luck! tell me how it comes out. I love that stuff.
www.buildyourguitar.com/resources/agb/index.htm
www.amazon.com/Build-Your-Own-Acoustic-Guitar/dp/0634054635
2007-03-05 10:21:13 · answer #7 · answered by AVATARD 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I suggest that you crawl before you walk. Try a kit from http://usguitarkits.com as a good start.
2007-03-05 11:41:27 · answer #8 · answered by bikeworks 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
not really....i'm making one for my senior project.
2007-03-05 10:18:39 · answer #9 · answered by MonyB 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋