hi

zakk_wylde · 11-19-2008, 07:30 PM

hi im new to this site but i have been having a good look around at some of the the builds you guys have been doing some of u could do this and make cash frome it lol any how i wnat to build my own les paul and wanted to know what a les paul flat top is does this mean that the top is flat with no arc in it or does it mean somthing else sorry to be so stupid but i really dont know also is any one from the uk that builds guitars thanks for reading

61LPSG · 11-19-2008, 10:08 PM

Welcome to MLP zakk

I would think that a flat top LP is just what you said, like a Junior, or Special without the carved cap. I was going to try a Junior for my first one... obviously easier but BCRGreg bullied me into doing the carved top. It's a lot of work if you're using hand tools but worth the effort.
Good luck with your build, and keep us posted.

BstrdSonOJmsBrwn · 11-19-2008, 10:14 PM

welcome!

parislondonparis · 11-20-2008, 07:54 AM

welcome indeed.
Punctuation would help us understand what you write! :-)

Good luck with the building of the guitar!

zakk_wylde · 11-20-2008, 09:51 AM

thanx for that im only going to build the guitar from scrap wood ie a old fire door but im not going to build it with a set neck as i dont know how to do this so i will be doing a build with a bolt on neck also could someone tell me how thick a les paul is as i have look and cant find anything

parislondonparis · 11-20-2008, 01:23 PM

Nobody who starts building a guitar knows all that is necessary to finish it. That is part of the fun. You;ll learn along the way. Having said that, a screw on neck would probably be easier, but it wouldn't really be a Les Paul then.

For measurements it is best to buy a plan. Stewmac has a good Les Paul plan that tells you all you need to know about dimensions. I assume you have an electric guitar at home. That will be helpful for many insight also.Where did you look and didn't find anything? Didn't quite understand what you meant there. Again, punctuation would help. :-)

You need a fair amount of tools to build a guitar also. If you are a complete beginner it may be worthwhile starting with a kit (Saga or something like that) or buy loose strat parts from axesrus or so and put that together to get a flavour of the process.

all the best,

Vincent

diceman · 11-20-2008, 02:24 PM

welcome to mlp zakk punctuation would be very helpful i wish you the best with your build do you have the tools that you need and do you know what species of wood you are looking to use sounds like a fun project be sure to let us know how it goes update us with pictures along the way have a nice day

Roman Rist · 11-20-2008, 02:35 PM

welcome from myself as well the punctuation cannot be stressed enough this is a wonderful place with some wonderful people that are willing to help out in many different ways provided they can understand you if not you will get jumped on but in a loving way good luck with your build and have a wonderful day

specflec · 11-21-2008, 08:22 PM

wheew man i know you have some great ideas and wonderful energy but i am having real trouble with the punctuation thing you have going on lots of us are older and maybe dont see so great welcome to the forum you will find lots of helpful funny knowledgeable and experienced folks here who are more than willing to be of assistence if they can get the drift of what you are saying best michael

Peaceman · 11-24-2008, 08:07 PM

spacebubby · 11-27-2008, 02:29 PM

Welcome.

11-19-2008, 07:30 PM	#1 (permalink)
zakk_wylde Junior Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: 2 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	hi hi im new to this site but i have been having a good look around at some of the the builds you guys have been doing some of u could do this and make cash frome it lol any how i wnat to build my own les paul and wanted to know what a les paul flat top is does this mean that the top is flat with no arc in it or does it mean somthing else sorry to be so stupid but i really dont know also is any one from the uk that builds guitars thanks for reading

11-19-2008, 10:08 PM	#2 (permalink)
61LPSG Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: In the shadow of TMI Posts: 688 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: hi Welcome to MLP zakk I would think that a flat top LP is just what you said, like a Junior, or Special without the carved cap. I was going to try a Junior for my first one... obviously easier but BCRGreg bullied me into doing the carved top. It's a lot of work if you're using hand tools but worth the effort. Good luck with your build, and keep us posted. __________________ Sometimes it is better to remain silent and be thought a fool, than to open your mouth and remove all doubt...

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11-20-2008, 01:23 PM	#6 (permalink)
parislondonparis Junior Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 19 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: hi Nobody who starts building a guitar knows all that is necessary to finish it. That is part of the fun. You;ll learn along the way. Having said that, a screw on neck would probably be easier, but it wouldn't really be a Les Paul then. For measurements it is best to buy a plan. Stewmac has a good Les Paul plan that tells you all you need to know about dimensions. I assume you have an electric guitar at home. That will be helpful for many insight also.Where did you look and didn't find anything? Didn't quite understand what you meant there. Again, punctuation would help. :-) You need a fair amount of tools to build a guitar also. If you are a complete beginner it may be worthwhile starting with a kit (Saga or something like that) or buy loose strat parts from axesrus or so and put that together to get a flavour of the process. all the best, Vincent __________________ ---------------------------------------------------------------------- 1999 Gibson Custom Shop Les Paul Standard (Cherry Sunburst) Gibson Les Paul Studio (Black) Gibson ES355 Stereo (1973/74) 2003 Gibson ES 165 Herb Ellis (1 pick up) Epiphone Elite Byrdland (natural) Fender Stratocaster Am. Vin. '57 (Sunburst) Fender Telecaster Am. Vin. '52 (blonde) Fender Telecaster (Johnny Halliday sign.) (Mex) Gretsch G6120 Nashville Orange Danelectro 59DC (early 60s (?) single pick-up)

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