Acoustic Guitar Building

Each class is broken down into several distinct sections. Instruction is provided through discussion and demonstration and is followed by an immersive experience where the student does the same work/repair on a similar instrument under the direct supervision of the instructor. Students are encouraged to bring their own instruments.

Guitar style selection
Design and Layout:
Wood selection
Tools
Jigs
Thickness sanding
Top sets, back and side matching
Tops and back joining
Bending sides
Molds
Forms
Soundhole and rosettes
Fitting sides to mold
Radius sanding
Head and end blocks, gluing
Kerfing and linings
Shaping of side braces
Body assembly
Binding and purfling
Fret board construction
Scale lengths
Inlays/markers
Side markers
Radiusing/Levelin
Fretting
Installing fret boards
Tuners
Installing truss rods
Mortis and tenon
Designing/cutting/carving/setting necks and heels
Headstock design
Heel cap
Final neck sets
Fashioning nuts and saddles
Bridge layouts
Gluing bridges
Fitting bridge pins
Finish
Final set-up