The Art Of Lutherie

By: Tom Bills: Master Luthier Author And Guitar Making Instructor
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  • Whether you’ve been building guitars for a while or you’re just now planning to start your first one, The Art Of Lutherie is the premier source for guitar making techniques, tips, tricks, instruction, and much more to help you build better guitars. Master luthier Tom Bills shares years of experience building ultra high-end custom acoustic guitars in a laid back and easy to understand way. He takes you beyond step-by-step, focusing on helping you understand not just “HOW” but “WHY”, so you can be equipped and empowered to create your own unique guitars and not just another reproduction. More information, Video Courses, Tutorials, and more guitar making goodness is available on our website: https://theartoflutherie.com/
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  • Stewmac Guitar Side Bender & How To Use It Step-By-Step

    Stewmac Guitar Side Bender & How To Use It Step-By-Step
    May 23 2024

    Explore the new StewMac guitar side bending machine, how it compares to the older Fox Bender, and learn how to use it step-by-step.

    👉Check out the new Stewmac side bender here: https://stewmac.sjv.io/AWvM6N

    👉Learn more about the new Art Of Guitar Side Bending video course and join the waiting list here: https://theartoflutherie.com/guitar-side-bending/

    👉Free Ultimate Guide To Luthier Tools: https://theartoflutherie.com/luthier-tools/

    👉JOIN FREE WEEKLY NEWSLETTER (26K+ SUBSCRIBERS): https://theartoflutherie.com/newsletter/

    👉FREE ARTICLES AND GUIDES

    • Hacklinger Caliper Article: https://theartoflutherie.com/hacklinger-magnetic-caliper/

    • Best Block Plane For Guitar Making: https://theartoflutherie.com/block-plane/

    • Dragon Rasp Review: https://theartoflutherie.com/wood-rasp/

    • Luthier's Guide To Fret Saws: https://theartoflutherie.com/fret-saw/

    👉Learn more about the Luthier's EDGE online guitar building school here: https://theartoflutherie.com/luthier-school/

    👉Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJP-s3hzL3Hb3SM-liHw6cw

    ✍️ The Art Of Lutherie Blog: https://theartoflutherie.com/luthier-tools-training-tutorials/

    🙏 Support The Art Of Lutherie by purchasing through our affiliate links. *By making a purchase through any of our affiliate links, we receive a very small commission at no extra cost to you. This helps us on our mission to provide quality education to you. Thank you.

    Connect With The Art Of Lutherie On Social

    👉Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/TheArtOfLutherie

    👉Twitter: http://twitter.com/artoflutherie

    👉Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheArtOfLutherie/

    👉TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theartoflutherie
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    47 mins
  • My Top 10+ Luthier Tools (Right Now)

    My Top 10+ Luthier Tools (Right Now)
    Dec 27 2023
    Check out my current picks for the best luthier tools. These are the tools that help me get more done, do higher quality work, and have more fun in the process. I hope this video helps you find some new top tools of your own to help you do your best guitar-building work in 2024 and beyond. 👉Free Ultimate Guide To Luthier Tools: https://theartoflutherie.com/luthier-tools/ 👉TOOLS FROM THE VIDEO: • Dog Leg Chisel Set: https://theartoflutherie.com/go/dog-leg-micro-chisels/ • Deluxe Fret Tang Nipper: https://theartoflutherie.com/go/deluxe-fret-tang-nipper • Fret End File: https://theartoflutherie.com/go/fret-end-dressing-file/ • Dragon Rasp: https://theartoflutherie.com/go/dragon-rasp/ • Rasp Handle: https://theartoflutherie.com/go/nicholson-rasp-handle/ • Fret Press System: https://theartoflutherie.com/go/fret-press-caul-with-inserts • Deadblow Fret Hammer: https://theartoflutherie.com/go/deadblow-fretting-hammer/ • String Spacing Ruler: https://theartoflutherie.com/go/string-spacing-rule/ • Lie Nielson Block Plane: https://www.lie-nielsen.com/products/small-block-planes • IBEX 10mm Violin Finger Plane: https://theartoflutherie.com/go/ibex-carving-planes/ • Hacklinger magnetic Thickness Caliper (1-7mm): https://www.internationalviolin.com/ProductDetail/t9606_magnetic-thickness-caliper-17mm • Dual Grit Diamond Fret Crowning File: https://theartoflutherie.com/go/dual-grit-diamond-fret-file/ • Diamond Cut Nut Slotting Files: https://theartoflutherie.com/go/diamondcut-nut-slotting-files/ • Fret Leveling Beam: https://theartoflutherie.com/go/sanding-beam-fret-levelers/ • Japanese Fret Saw: https://theartoflutherie.com/go/japanese-fret-saw/ • Festool Sander: https://theartoflutherie.com/go/festool-576070-random-orbital-sander-ets-125/ • Festool Dust Extractor CT SYS: https://theartoflutherie.com/go/festool-ct-sys-hepa-dust-extractor/ 👉JOIN OUR FREE WEEKLY NEWSLETTER: https://theartoflutherie.com/newsletter/ 👉FREE ARTICLES AND GUIDES • Hacklinger Caliper Article: https://theartoflutherie.com/hacklinger-magnetic-caliper/ • Best Block Plane For Guitar Making: https://theartoflutherie.com/block-plane/ • Dragon Rasp Review: https://theartoflutherie.com/wood-rasp/ • Luthier's Guide To Fret Saws: https://theartoflutherie.com/fret-saw/ 👉Learn more about the Luthier's EDGE online guitar making school here: https://theartoflutherie.com/luthier-school/ 👉Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJP-s3hzL3Hb3SM-liHw6cw ✍️ The Art Of Lutherie Blog: https://theartoflutherie.com/luthier-tools-training-tutorials/ Connect With The Art Of Lutherie On Social 👉Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/TheArtOfLutherie 👉Twitter: http://twitter.com/artoflutherie 👉Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheArtOfLutherie/ 👉TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theartoflutherie
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    32 mins
  • How To Make Shellac - Part 6 French Polishing Fundamentals

    How To Make Shellac - Part 6 French Polishing Fundamentals
    Jun 13 2023

    Learn my simple system and easy-to-remember formulas for making the perfect shellac for French Polishing. It's the same system I use for my guitars (tbguitars.com) and that I teach in my online course: The Art Of French Polishing https://theartoflutherie.com/french-polishing/

    Links from the video:

    👉Download the Free Shellac Handbook Here: https://theartoflutherie.com/shellac-handbook-for-french-polishing/

    👉Introduction to French Polishing (Article): https://theartoflutherie.com/french-polish-shellac/

    👉Why I switched To French Polishing (Article): https://theartoflutherie.com/why-i-switched-to-french-polishing/

    👉Learn more about the Luthier's EDGE online guitar-making school here: https://theartoflutherie.com/luthier-school/

    👉My Most Recommended Luthier Tools: https://theartoflutherie.com/luthier-tools/

    French Polishing Fundamentals Video Series:

    👉Part 1 Introduction and Why I switched To Shellac: https://youtu.be/eUqCX_VeuXI

    👉Part 2 Wood Preparation: https://youtu.be/4dY8r0pJehA

    👉Part 3 Best Alcohol For Making Shellac: https://youtu.be/bg8oEeKiZTE

    👉Part 4 Types Of Shellac For French Polishing: https://youtu.be/hUbHmoy7PY8

    👉Part 5 Best Oils For French Polishing: https://youtu.be/tyzZvTpTyhw

    Connect With Me On Social

    👉Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/TheArtOfLutherie

    👉Twitter: http://twitter.com/artoflutherie

    👉Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheArtOfLutherie/

    👉TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theartoflutherie

    Check out my handmade guitars here: https://tbguitars.com/

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    *By making a purchase through any of our affiliate links, we receive a very small commission at no extra cost to you. This helps us on our mission to provide quality guitar-building and woodworking education to you. Thank you.
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    9 mins

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