Guitar bridges have a multitude of options. We have them available in all the hardware finishes to fit the style and theme of your instrument. We use both vintage and modern configurations from Fender, Gotoh, Schaller, or even a classic adjustable bridge and wraparound tailpiece. This particular instrument is themed as a vintage “T” style, so a classic Fender bridge was selected.
Guitar nut options for our instruments. We hand carve and fit all of our instrument nuts. We have many materials available, from classic bone, to stunning Mother of Pearl, and even Fossil Ivory depending on availability and the player’s location.
Guitar pickguard options. We have many different pickguard options available, using a multitude of materials. Pickguards are not necessary for the instrument, it’s really a design choice. For this guitar, the client opted for a beautiful aged white pearloid pickguard that looks fantastic against the subtle burst finish.
Locking Tuning Machines: We’re able to use any tuners out there, Fender, Gotoh, Grover, or Schaller. For this instrument, the client selected Fender locking tuners with the vintage oval tuner knobs. Easy to use, outstanding tuning stability, and a classic look.
Guitar pickups are going into the instrument. The owner wanted this “T” style guitar to be vintage spec throughout, so we selected Fender Pure Vintage ’64 pickups for that traditional “T” style tone. These pickups use vintage spec bobbins, original-era cloth wiring, copper shielding on the bridge plate, and are wax potted just like the originals. These pickups provide that quintessential “T” style tone, but are a little hotter, and with a slightly stronger twang. Absolute single coil paradise.
Copper electronics shielding covering all guitar cavities. To help keep your tone clean and interference free, we line each cavity by hand with copper rather than using the typical cheap shielding paint. This beautiful copper lining will last the lifetime of the instrument and is treat for the eyes when viewed.
Curing Nitrocellulose lacquer finish is a slow process, depending on conditions between two and four weeks. During this time the items are kept safe and dust free to ensure a proper cure. Once the finish has cured, it is safe to begin polishing. We hand polish each of our instruments to a gloss using a multistep micro mesh system going up through 12000 grit. This is a time intensive step, but well worth the effort.
Custom guitar neck made from Purple Heart and Maple. The wood grain was filled with metallic silver which causes it to change from almost black in dark conditions, to shiny silver in bright light. This being a nitro finish, the silver will slowly turn to gold as the finish begins to amber with time. One of the many little secret joys the player will discover as they build their relationship with the instrument.
Vintage Nitrocellulose guitar finish, the first of many coats. We apply multiple thin coats of Nitrocellulose Lacquer over time to build up that famous vintage nitro finish. This results in a unique, beautiful finish that will age over time with its player. While we have multiple finishing methods available, Nitrocellulose Lacquer is our favorite for instruments.
Wood grain fill using a premium wood grain filler and Mica powder. The addition of mica provides a shimmery effect of the wood grain in direct light. A unique effect not found in other maker’s instruments. We have many different colors and shades available to create a truly amazing finish.