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I build guitars with CNC, and there are advantages and dis-advantages. I tend to start getting a little upset when I hear people say "It's not handmade, It was done with a CNC". They don't realize...

I use this on my DIY and never had a problem. Flatten one side, then flatten the other.

It's inexpensive, also.
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Can you give us any details on the micro-controller? I'm building one as well, but with a DC motor to turn the bobbin (Speed controlled via PWM). I'm using an atmega328P programmed with my Arduino...

Just purchased X4 thinking it may be a little more user friendly than MC9. BOY WAS I WRONG. The biggest waste of a program I've ever come across. I will have to say that if you know what you are...

I've been running my home made cnc for a while now, and just recently got into machining metal. I've been looking for bits 1/4" and under for a while, and stumbled upon an e-bay deal that might work,...

26.5" Scale? Wow! Do you use light gauge strings? They're going to be tighter than Dick's hatband! (Maybe you tune to Eb though).

I like the 8 string idea, I've been wanting to do that for a...

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I hope someone can help me. I've spent way too much time trying to model the transition for a Strat neck from the neck radius to the headstock contour. I've included a pic of the troubled...

You'll have to run your Z axis at a lower feed rate. This will prevent your motor from losing steps.

Jeff,

This is an awe-inspiring technique you have developed, and some really inventive, beautiful guitars! Kinda remind me of the Stuart Spectre basses.

These MUST feel good to play as they...

Check out the tele this guy made on the tdpri forums. He did'nt use CNC, but he has e even wound his own pickup with clear flatware. Made his own knobs also.

Scatter Lee's 2011 TDPRI Build...

Thinking about going back to school for the sole purpose of getting SolidWorks for $99 and a sundry of other software packages for the student rate!

This "hobby" is turning out to be a real...

There are some of us anal retentive builders that believe fret slots need to be radiused with the fretboard so the amount of glue is reduced, thus letting the neck resonate better. Sounds a bit...

While rendering, I always keep a very small mist of nitro laquer spraying in my direction, and sawdust blowing in my face, just so I don't risk too healthy a venture.

Looks great!! What software...

My solution has always been to drill or pocket (depending on hole size and bit availability) as deep as I can, then finished up with my trusty old drill press.

I agree, it's a bit aggrevating not...

Thanks for replies guys. (Hey, I rhymed).

I plan on only using gasketed (sp?) jigs. I'd like to make a few "Pod" style pucks to run general stuff.

I build guitars, so most stock will be 14" x...

I have been looking for a budget vacuum pump for vacuum clamping parts for my homemade CNC router. I found this on E-bay, but not sure if it will meet my needs or not.

Thomas Compressor 100 Model...

I am posting this in this forum because like many of those in this group, I am a bit Frugal. Upon completing my first DIY router build, I realized I needed a good CAD package to feed my hunger for...

Thanks Ger21, guess I should have read a little further on their specs. I'll order a few and report back on the results.

Anyone else have experience with these bits? I know their bits are pretty...

You could lay it out on a diagonal and machine, depending on the machines Y distance. a 14 x 14 table would allow machining on a 45 degree angle of about 20 inches, still probably not enough for a...

Has anyone had any experience with this bit? I'm wanting to transition to cutting my fret slots for guitar necks with my CNC, as opposed to my old method of saw and miterbox.

What are the proper...

One happy customer!! He sent me this. I guess he kept the pics I sent him. I think the woman signifies the shape of guitars. the drummer is me.

Guitar delivered. Happy Customer

There are plans all over the Internet, not here. If you are interested in the CNC aspect, then start a little smaller. Research this forum, hire people that can run the machinery, and it should not...

OK, I've spent too much time teaching myself MAstercam. I have an awesome neck model that I've cut, and turns out great, but I still have to hand carve the transition into the headstock, because I...

Thanks, I'm delivering tomorrow. I wish we had more people on this board that were instrument builders.

Front is flamed maple. Not the best quality as it had a bit of ambrosia (worm hole residue),...

Hey all, Just thought I'd post a guitar I'm building for a band member friend of mine. All cut with modelling in Mastercam and V-Carve. Inlaid bout and headstock.

First time I've attempted a...

I had the same problem and my workaround was to eliminate the holes in the neck cavity and carve the surface. Then I do a drill toolpath at the hole locations to drill the necessary holes.

Dean, You da man!

I put in a 600V 0.1uF, and everything seems to be working properly. This should be quite enough for continuous ac (probably around 300V).

Thanks to everyone for your input....

I think I'll go with the small light thing, maybe with a red dome so I can see when the router is on, as I'm sure I'll be deaf eventually from all these power tools.

Thanks all.

10 fingers in...