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Neck problem (Acoustic bass guitar)
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So I dry-fit the neck to the acoustic bass guitar today, after 51 weeks of not touching the thing. Some questions arose ... note that this is a kit build with a bolt-on neck, two bolts, pre-drilled,…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Mark McLean Nov 12, 2014.

Extra-long binding for Acoustic Bass Guitar
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I'm building an acoustic bass guitar. I need to find extra-long binding for it. What I need is 68" ... I can't find it anywhere. If this type of thing is not available ... what do builders of these…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Mike Kolb Nov 11, 2014.

How do I set a bridge plate in a new build?
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I'm a mandolin player and neophyte builder, so why exactly I have the beginnings of an acoustic bass guitar on my work bench is unclear. It must involve trying to impress my younger son. Anyway, I'm…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Steve Williams Aug 3, 2012.

Repair on neck of Martin 000-15 ... take 2
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Well, eschewing all of the expert and good advice, my young friend and I removed the neck of that guitar. We heated the fretboard attached to the soundboard until the glue melted, then worked the…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Ned Knepp Jul 23, 2012.