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A Guitar Maker's Manual by Jim Williams
A Guitar Maker's Manual by Jim Williams
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An Acoustic Guitar Building Manual on Tonewoods, Bracing Patterns, and Luthier Jigs
Australian luthier Jim Williams details the complete construction process for building steel-string and classical acoustic guitars from scratch. Bound in a durable spiral format designed for workshop workbench use, the manual outlines timber selection, tonewood acoustics, shop safety, and essential hand and power tools.
Through step-by-step shop instructions and technical line drawings, Williams explains wood bending, soundboard bracing patterns (X-bracing and fan bracing), neck joint construction, fingerboard fretting, and bridge carving. The guide includes detailed diagrams for constructing workshop jigs, side-bending forms, and clamping fixtures required for lutherie projects.
Why You’ll Love This Book
Featuring workshop-ready spiral binding and clear lutherie technical diagrams, Jim Williams provides practical instruction on acoustic guitar building, wood bending, and jig fabrication for woodworkers and aspiring luthiers.
Book Details
Book Details
ISBN: 9780958907507
Binding: Plastic comb
Pub Date:
Publisher: Hal Leonard
Pages: 112
Author:
- Jim Williams
Language: English
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