Building a $28,000 Acoustic Guitar in 4 Months - FULL BUILD Process!
If you're interesting in owning this one-of-a-kind build, feel free to reach out to Eddie's Guitars for more information!
https://eddiesguitars.com/contact-us/
https://eddiesguitars.com/product-category/acoustic/acoustic-guitar-brands/driftwood-acoustic-guitars/
Special thanks to Aaron Lucas at Dark Forest Cypress for the Western Red Cedar for this build! To buy some wood from him for your next build, visit:
https://www.aaronlucasguitars.com/
Mics Used During Demo: SDC-84 Stereo Pair
https://microphone-parts.com/collections/microphones/products/sdc-84-stereo-pair
Tools used in this build:
Elevate Ultimate Binding Jig: https://elevatelutherie.com/product/ultimate-binding-jig/
SurfPrep 3x4 Sander: https://surfprepsanding.com/product/electric-sanding-system-kits/?aff=221
SurfPrep LED Inspection Lights: https://surfprepsanding.com/product/led-inspection-lights/?aff=221
OptiVISOR Headband Magnifier: stewmac.sjv.io/DyLVVq
Precision Router Base: https://stewmac.sjv.io/QjKOOz
Elevate Variable M&T Routing Jig: https://elevatelutherie.com/product/v-mt-routing-jig/
he Simple CenterLine Finder: https://www.luthiersuppliers.com/lsproducts/the-simple-centerline-finder
Guitar Repair Vise: https://stewmac.sjv.io/e1R44Z
StewMac Guitar Shop Tape Deck: https://stewmac.sjv.io/JKqrrN
Bending Iron: https://stewmac.sjv.io/Xm1xxM
Skyscraper Guitars Fretboard Radius Block: https://skyscraperguitars.com/
Fret Press Caul with 5 Fret Press Inserts: https://stewmac.sjv.io/vP2nNN
StewMac Fret Cutter: https://stewmac.sjv.io/N9NKkN
Fret Beveling File: https://stewmac.sjv.io/yqrR2y
Dragon Hand-cut Rasp: https://stewmac.sjv.io/MAQXmN
Shop Fox D4595 Hand-Held Pneumatic Drum Sander: https://amzn.to/3DOsXvh
Guitar Tuner Drill Jig for Slotted Headstocks: https://stewmac.sjv.io/LKDPXO
Eagle Abrasives Super Assilex Starter Kit: https://stewmac.sjv.io/ragEVv
Eagle Abrasives Super Buflex Starter Kit: https://stewmac.sjv.io/kOR45L
Here are some of our favorite tools around our shop!
Stewmac Tape Dispenser: https://stewmac.sjv.io/mgVarM
Stewmac Conductive Copper Tape: https://stewmac.sjv.io/P0Dm2Y Stewmac Super Glue: https://stewmac.sjv.io/oeZGPO
D'Addario Bulk Acoustic Strings: https://stewmac.sjv.io/e4WkOj
D'Addario Bulk Electric Strings: https://stewmac.sjv.io/a1XrBZ
Stewmac 2 in 1 Straightedges: https://stewmac.sjv.io/JrNRga Stewmac String Action Gauge: https://stewmac.sjv.io/gbEavB
Stewmac Pattern Makers Vice: https://stewmac.sjv.io/mgVa2e JessEm Router Lift: https://amzn.to/3wa6Tor
Fosi Audio Receiver: https://amzn.to/3A9zLOE LED
Overhead Shop Lights: https://amzn.to/3AyFz60
T-Track Railing Used on Island: https://amzn.to/3Cki29Z
Shop Refrigerator: https://amzn.to/3A8U1QE
Sure Shot Chemical Sprayer: https://amzn.to/3A8MO2O
LED Magnifying Lamp: https://amzn.to/3T2xOMu
We proudly use SurfPrep Sanders and Abrasives and we think you should too!
Click here to visit their website: https://www.surfprepsanding.com?aff=221
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Here are a few of our favorite SurfPrep products we use in our shop every day:
3″ X 4″ Electric Sanding System Kits: https://surfprepsanding.com/product/electric-sanding-system-kits/?aff=221
3” x 4” Abrasives: https://surfprepsanding.com/product-category/abrasives/surfprep/3x4-abrasives/?aff=221
SurfPrep LED Inspection Lights: https://surfprepsanding.com/product/led-inspection-lights/?aff=221
Drum Sander Rolls: https://surfprepsanding.com/product/drum-sander-rolls/
RAD Pads Pro: https://surfprepsanding.com/product/rad-pads-pro/?aff=221
3” Abrasive Disks: https://surfprepsanding.com/product-category/abrasives/surfprep/3/?aff=221
5” Abrasive Disks: https://surfprepsanding.com/product-category/abrasives/surfprep/5/?aff=221
6” Abrasive Disks: https://surfprepsanding.com/product-category/abrasives/surfprep/6/?aff=221
Finishing a solid-body guitar and need a work-holding solution? Consider grabbing one of our paint handles!
https://www.driftwoodguitars.com/product-page/solid-body-guitar-painting-handle
Check out our newest product we're selling, the Bench Caddie! https://www.driftwoodguitars.com/product-page/driftwood-guitars-bench-caddie
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In this video, I showcase the full build of a stunning $28,000 custom guitar that took four months to complete! Watch as I take you through each step of the process, from initial design to the final finishing touches. Whether you're a maker, luthier, or guitar enthusiast, you'll appreciate the detailed craftsmanship and advanced techniques used to create this one-of-a-kind instrument. Learn how to work with exotic woods, precision tools, and expert skills to build a high-end guitar. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more in-depth builds and craftsmanship videos!