The next bit often feels like it's the best bit. I've only built a few as a hobby, and a lot of the process feels like I'm winging it. But I enjoy shaping the neck, especially with a sharp spoke...
The next bit often feels like it's the best bit. I've only built a few as a hobby, and a lot of the process feels like I'm winging it. But I enjoy shaping the neck, especially with a sharp spoke...
Ahh, i think I'm on a different plane! Hogo, i get what you're saying. I was thinking of the direction of the slot when viewing the mandolin from the front.
I cut them straight in line with the strings, so strings won't bind on the front edge. Then slightly widen the opening on the back edge toward the tuning machine, to avoid binding there also.
It's...
I built a hollow body 8 string with a single dp181 in it. Positioned towards the bridge but angled so that the treble is closer to the neck. I think it sounds good, very clean. But I've only built 2...