Just completed my first build SOLELY thanks to this excellent video series. I’ve never used a saw, drill, anything before, but these videos made it possible to make my first guitar. Thank you for this invaluable resource!

@tchiksguitars

2 жыл бұрын

Might as well pin this comment as a warning : it's perfectly doable for someone who wasn't into woodworking, as promised :)

@josefkelvinedemboso809

2 жыл бұрын

How much did it cost

@siamackzahedi1000

2 жыл бұрын

Well, I’m based in India and so I had to import and pay expensive shipping and customs duty for all the hardware and electronics. All in all, I must have spent about $250 on wood, 300 on basic electronics and hardware, another 150 on consumables like sand paper and paints etc, and about 500 on tooling as a capital expense for tools that can be used for all future projects too (chisels, saws, scrapers, power drill, eventually a router, etc). You could probably do it a little cheaper if you keep the tooling expense lower and stick to all manual and minimal tooling.

@ff-qf1th

2 жыл бұрын

@@siamackzahedi1000 $250 on wood!! is there no hardwood that grows in india?

@siamackzahedi1000

2 жыл бұрын

Actually it was $190 to be precise, but yes not cheap. The body was European ash, and neck maple. I don’t think these are indigenous to India, I don’t know. Since it was my first build I didn’t want to get too creative and stuck with the standard Tele wood types. Also I’m sure I didn’t get the best deal, I didn’t really look around much.

“Or whenever you’re feeling like an empty shell, crushed by the burden of adulthood.” That got deep fast.

@tchiksguitars

3 жыл бұрын

It sets the tone :) the masking tape tone, you'll get it in the next episode

@johann1161

2 жыл бұрын

How I feel even this I’m barely 20 years old

Not only are you a gifted craftsman, you’re also a great communicator and content creator. Thanks for all the work you’ve put into this.

@tchiksguitars

Жыл бұрын

Oh thank you :)

That black telecaster has to be the most beautiful guitar i've ever seen in my whole life

@tchiksguitars

3 жыл бұрын

Now build it :)

@jeremy5215

3 жыл бұрын

Definitely the most beautiful.

@kylehansom2807

3 жыл бұрын

@@tchiksguitars You gave me hope, and yes, that's my type of guitar, loved it!

@TheSpartanS196

3 жыл бұрын

It's a tele, it can't possibly be the most beautiful guitar you've ever seen not because his one isn't good, but just because it's a Tele to begin with. lol

@Hedonkeviik

3 жыл бұрын

@@TheSpartanS196 best guitar out there

Amateur? Bullshit your work is fucking amazing. You are honestly an amazing luthier.

@tchiksguitars

3 жыл бұрын

Haha thank you ! Still a humble amateur though, until the day I sell something or truly build something that I'm 100% satisfied with, I'll always be an amateur :)

@posarelli

3 жыл бұрын

I strongly agree. You works are amazing.

@davidribeiro6905

3 жыл бұрын

You should see some of my woodworking skills, you'd see what an amateur's work looks like hahahaha :)

@tchiksguitars

3 жыл бұрын

@@davidribeiro6905 you should see me trying to peel an apple with a knife, you wouldn't believe that I actually made guitars

@davidribeiro6905

3 жыл бұрын

@@tchiksguitars :D

A true artists eye, for only a couple years you show impressive levels of skill in luthiery sir

You are such a legend, I fit EXACTLY into the demographic of your long title. Can't wait to make my first build!

@tchiksguitars

3 жыл бұрын

in my defense, it's a very broad demographic :p are you a millenial too haha

@qprtx

3 жыл бұрын

Haha I'm right there with you brother.

I would LOVE an acoustic build guide just like this one!! The production value of your videos is absolutely incredible and you have a keen sense of how to teach. Thank you so much for making such incredible content!

@tchiksguitars

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you !!

What amazes me the most in your videos are the editing and smoothness of the whole process. It is just so relaxing to listen to 🍵

@tchiksguitars

3 жыл бұрын

glad you see it that way !

@robertruamps5680

3 жыл бұрын

Totally agree!!!

@MrSentenzza

2 жыл бұрын

Very true! Listening to the process of the wood being cut, carved, sanded, puts me in the room. And once the strings are on - make the first strum sound rewarding.

* Fun story. Out of boredom and/or laziness , one day, I decided to call a wood store that is even closer to my house than the one I usually go to. So I picked up my phone and dialed the number. I asked them if they had WenGGGGé, and the guy immediately corrected me and told me it was pronounced WenJJJJe. Never set a foot in that wood store ever since, their loss. How do you pronounce Wengé? * Part two is in the making. When I put the clips back to back with no editing, the whole thing is more than an hour long. I think I'll save it and upload it as an unregistered video or something later. That way, for those who want, you'll have the raw clips with no animation/explanation/fast forward nor any editing of any kind. Watching the clips as they are right now, I realize that the raw footages are at least as informative as all my voiceovers, even if it's not the same kind of informations. * If you have any question regarding an aspect of this introduction that I might have neglected to talk about, feel free to ask me in the comments bellow :) * No question ? OK, now go to the wood store/hardware store, and get ready to fulfill your dream of making a guitar by yourself !

@kayessGuitars

3 жыл бұрын

I think you should be safe to go back to that wood store. According to wikipedia, you pronounce it correctly. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Millettia_laurentii. Great work by the way, really looking forward to part 2.

@hazeltollz5695

3 жыл бұрын

It’s wenGE and anyone who pronounces it differently probably doesn’t give up their seat on the train to old ladies or brake for puppies.

@Reign_In_Blood_963

3 жыл бұрын

I heard it called when-gey and whenj. Not sure how you're supposed to pronounce it tho.

@tchiksguitars

3 жыл бұрын

@@hazeltollz5695 ahahahaha

@DefenderTIM

3 жыл бұрын

I pronounce it the same way I pronounce "gif", which is the right way.

I just started watching your videos and am truly amazed at your skills - not just your hand skills but your ability to problem solve is truly amazing! I only wish I was this gifted but always find myself perplexed. Thank you for sharing and helping others learn.

I've always wanted to build my own guitar, and I'm finally getting to a point in my life when I can take the time to do it, so I've been watching videos, looking for direction. None have come close to inspiring me, and giving me confidence, more than yours. Your instruments are beautiful, and you make me feel like I could build guitars just as nice. Thanks for the inspiration!

15:41 In the words of Michelangelo, "Every block of stone has a statue inside it and it is the task of the sculptor to discover it."

@tchiksguitars

3 жыл бұрын

that's a more poetic way of putting it :) love it!

WOW! Finally a man with extraordinary skills telling ordinary people how to make a guitar. Great video!!

This is literally my dream come through. I'm little older than you and I love this 'i can learn anything' attitude. I didn't believe in me enough (woodworking) to even complete list of tools needed. Here we are, guy with soothing voice explains everything. There is no going back. Ohh and I'm using your video about ES 335 as motivating video - even for topics not related to woodwork...

As a Belgian, I'd totally love to watch you build more stuff! C'est incroyable!

This is a truly inspiring video. I love how you break everything down and the tool list is amazing. The build is great but the storytelling here is really something.

@tchiksguitars

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you :) now build it and spread the word !!

I am just beginning the construction of my first guitar. Your video is BY FAR the best beginner guitar making tutorial I have found. Love your explanations, voiceovers and careful editing. Can't wait for part two!!!

@tchiksguitars

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much, part two will be available by the end of the week :)

I was also born in ‘86. You are an inspiration to me man. I’m going to start my first build (bass) in a few months. Your videos encourage me so much!

I‘ve already built my dream guitar at a course lead by a luthier. However the pandemic gave me the time to build a tiny 6sqm woodshop. Your video regarding your tools and approach is just pure gold to me!!!

Thanks ! It's been some years that i want to build a guitar, i watched a lot of videos and did some mods on my guitars. But now that you show me what i can accomplish with very few tools and a lot of work, it makes me want to do it ! Thanks again

@tchiksguitars

3 жыл бұрын

Mission accomplished for me then

Thank-you SO MUCH for doing this video! So looking forward to the rest of the series now :-D I've wanted to make my own guitar for years and never had the confidence to try, but this step by step guide, setting out just what tools and woods etc. is honestly all the encouragement I needed. Also, huge respect for making one with one hand in a cast! Amazing! Truly inspirational stuff :-)

@tchiksguitars

3 жыл бұрын

You fit the exact audience that I'm trying to reach :) hope the second part won't let you down ! Spread the word around you : anyone can do it :)

This EXACTLY the content I've been looking for... in forever. Beautiful crafstmanship, great advice, nice humor and beautiful editing. It's just perfect! I'll watch it again when I'll start making my own guitars. Merci beaucoup 😇

@tchiksguitars

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you ! Don't over think it, let that to me :p just go and build stuff haha

I can't wait for the next video! This is the best source of info I've found so far.

I've gotta say, this is possibly the single best youtube video i've ever seen. It's so wholesome and encouraging and so well put together. Making my own electric guitar isn't something I've ever really considered, but after watching this video you've made it seem so attainable that now I feel like I'm ready to make one right now haha. The thought of potential customisation is genuinely exciting. Thank you for this absolute gem! Big love from Aus 🇦🇺

@tchiksguitars

2 жыл бұрын

You are my main target 🎯

@tomgrimes2674

2 жыл бұрын

Hey mate! I’m from Aus too and in a similar boat. I’m in Melbourne and looking for a good place to source wood. Did you ever give the build a go and where’d you end up getting your wood from? Cheers :)

This video came out the day I bought the woods to build my first tele guitar, I bought freijó, some call it the Brazilian ash, for the body, and ivory wood for the neck, now I'm going to a hardware store to buy some tools.

@tchiksguitars

3 жыл бұрын

Now you know what to buy exactly :p i don't think I forgot anything

This has to be the best and most instructive video on KZread. Very straight to the point

Your video is pure gold. So much good advice. I would love to start making guitar. And you give all the advice required... Thank you so much !

Amazing concept ! So glad to see this :D I was willing to start one day, and these video will be the tips I was waiting for !

@tchiksguitars

3 жыл бұрын

glad you liked it !

Oh man! It's like watching somebody to create art or watching a baby being born. Didn't notice how fast the minutes were passing by while the video was running! It's awesome! Congratulations!

@tchiksguitars

3 жыл бұрын

Thankz !

This is absolutely brilliant! Can't wait for part 2 to come out!

Excellent, as usual! You are to be commended for taking on this effort!

This video is just amazing, it's everything you need to know in one place. Keep making videos, they are so good.

@tchiksguitars

3 жыл бұрын

that's the purpose yes haha

Such a Beautifully shot video. : )

I'm not in a situation to build my own guitar right now but I know I will one day. I'm really looking forward to the part two. This is simply amazing.

Excellent video! Thank you so much for taking the time to make these!!!

* Part 2 is here, don't look further * kzread.info/dash/bejne/fJqeqKifYpW3qag.html

@yellowcat1310

3 жыл бұрын

Any ideas on how Mesquite from the American Southwest would work?

@BearMeat4Dinner

3 жыл бұрын

super vidéo mec !

@TeTe76VTheChiken

2 жыл бұрын

🦢🐓🦃🐧🦆🦅🕊🐦🦉🦩🦚🦜

I've been waiting a video like this my whole life, thank you so much! Greetings from Argentina

@tchiksguitars

3 жыл бұрын

Haha thank you for watching !

Thank you so much for teaching us your process! Great video editing as well.

I’m so excited for this series!

So i already started another project, forging. But i guess now i can instead of making some knive, forge some chisels for my next project :D

@tchiksguitars

3 жыл бұрын

You do that ! That would be epic

i though only me pronounce it as "WENGGE!!" lolol

@tchiksguitars

3 жыл бұрын

WENGEEEEEEE ahaha

@encryptor6710

3 жыл бұрын

I thought it was "when gay". Our company uses it a lot for manufacturing and thats what we call it.

This is such an awesome resource for people trying to learn how to build guitars! Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge!

I watch a ton of guitar builder videos and channels, and this video is the best one (series) I've seen in a long time. Video is amazing but I also can't say enough good things about the comprehensive list of tools and resources that you provided. As someone who has been doing this for a few years, I have already gathered and collected a fair number of these tools, but, as many of have learned, there is always another tool, and/or a better one to do a specific task! Sincere thanks for this series, and for sharing all your knowledge. It is amazing to have the video and list of tools all in one place! I would love the same sort of series and list for acoustic guitar building. #grateful

Thanks so much for this, this is gold! Your builds are very inspirational. So far the hardest part for me has been finding wood that I'd like to work with, it's been kind of a surprise for me. How much is the wood you usually buy from those stoes as opposed from online? I hear it's much cheaper and worth finding a store near me.

@fiedel

3 жыл бұрын

Online prices are almost consistently on the upper mark. As with most things, finding a proper professional dealer in your region for specific stuff will bring you better prices, better choices and overall better service. Basically anywhere in the world people still do work with wood, so it should be possible to find some company selling a greater variety than your local home depot. One of the more foolproof ways (as almost mentioned in the video) would be to act like you want to find a contractor to build you a bespoke custom staircase, phone them up and ask where they buy their wood from.

@brandonrussell4091

3 жыл бұрын

@@fiedel oo good idea, I might try it ;) Sounds like its definitely worth it to invest some time in looking around locally. Thank you! :D

@fiedel

3 жыл бұрын

@@brandonrussell4091 Oh and by "act like" I didn't mean you to pretend being a customer and then pull a "nah, I'll do it myself just tell me!" on them, I meant just putting yourself in the mindset to find a contractor btw.

@tchiksguitars

3 жыл бұрын

Well it is hard to tell because I usually (and this is gonna seem silly) buy my woods not knowing what I'm going to do with it. My usual routine is to go to the wood store once every 3-6 months and just buy random boards of " stuff I've never worked with ". Then during the following months, I find things to do with it, depending on my mood. My situation is also very peculiar. The wood store is right next to my workplace, and I usually go to work by bike. On rainy days or when I'm lazy (or when I just recovered from having my arm in a cast for 2 months), I take my car, and it is VERY TEMPTING, to stop by the wood store and compulsively buy wood. I don't know the exact price, and it depends a lot on the species, but I've never spend more than 200 euros for a board that barely fits inside my car, with such a board I can make a lot of instruments/pieces of furniture/toys for my kids. That being said, I mill my own wood at home, so that reduces the cost drastically, but it's only worth buying the machines if you make a lot of stuff out of wood. To compare: a readily milled body blank from an online store will cost you about 100 euros on average. And you can make 1 guitar of out it. In their defense, it is actual tone wood you're buying, it's been selected and kiln-dried for that exact purpose, most of the time the wood figuring is also selected with care (as opposed to me: most of the time I'm just lucky that the wood looks good).

@brandonrussell4091

3 жыл бұрын

@@tchiksguitars Update, I finally got the wood. Am keen to start soon! :)

This is a great video! My only question is what is a range of cost to build a guitar, as I am on a very strict budget?

@tchiksguitars

3 жыл бұрын

it all depends on the hardware and electronics really. If you buy ALL the tools from the list (not counting the power tools), you end up with 700 euros more or less, but that's if you buy only the most expensive option for every single tool (which frankly is not needed). If you buy good quality hardware and electronics, it's also 500 euros on average, but again, that's not needed for a first build. So if you're on a budget, you'll have to make financial choices, and mine would be to spend the money on the tools, and not the hardware/electronics :) A tool is timeless, and you can use them to do a lot of things. Hardware is just hardware, and it's on ONE guitar for the rest of its life.

@alexnoorollah9066

3 жыл бұрын

Ok thank you! Keep up the great videos!

I'm so glad you're putting this tutorial together.

Hey! Love your sense of humour, cracked me up multiple times in this video. Really excited for the next vid, I'm gonna get tools and materials together and then hopefully the next part is up!

@tchiksguitars

3 жыл бұрын

haha, I'm trying :p I had to ask my wife's approval because some jokes were very dark

lol how to overcome my fear of birds

@tchiksguitars

3 жыл бұрын

Haha. Someone finally noticed

Wow j'ai vraiment adoré tes vidéos ! Franchement hyper intéressant et relaxant en même temps. Merci beaucoup !

Thank you so much for sharing your journey and explaining it so well. I feel confident I will be able to step off on my own building experience and will be watching your channel closely.

Thank you. Looking forward to all the videos in this series

This is probably my favorite video ever. I've been contemplating finally starting guitar building for a while, and came across this. You've given me so much motivation and belief that it can actually work out. Also i love your subtle bashing of the imperial measurements. That had me laughing hard.

@tchiksguitars

3 жыл бұрын

The imperial system annoys the hell out of me because hardware is always expressed in bananas ! Yesterday I was looking for fret wire and had to open a conversion window just to convert every single measurement ! Umf

Thank you for your work, tips and tricks, the awesome links. I am already planning my first dark telecater build :) great inspiration man!!!

Awesome video! Guitar project 2021 is on!

I’ve been wanting to try building a guitar for a long time, and watching you build your guitar with one hand was my trigger to actually do it! I finished it last weekend and it turned out awesome!

@tchiksguitars

3 жыл бұрын

whaaaat, that was quick :p congrats on your baby !

Just found your channel as I want to start building my first guitar as well. I really like your videos! They are a great resource to learn from!

These are the first video/tutorials I have seen (and I've seen an awful lot) that actually made me hope that I can build a bass neck from scratch. The method "one finished box at the top and one at the end, and take out everything in between " definitely makes sense to me! And without having a sawmill in the backyard!

Your videos are so relaxing to watch. It's really amazing to see someone building a guitar from scratch like that. I don't understand why anyone would dislike this video. You are really inspiring me to want to build a guitar of my own.

@tchiksguitars

3 жыл бұрын

I hope I'll convince you to jump with the next video :) that is my ultimate goal

@survivalthief2737

3 жыл бұрын

@@tchiksguitars Of course! Can't wait for the video.

Great video. I've been building guitars for 20 years and I'd say you covered this subject really well.

This was fantastically done. Well put together and informative. Thank you so much. I can't wait to watch step 2!

@tchiksguitars

2 жыл бұрын

It's already there :)

Thank you! Fabulous video and clearer and more concise than the gazillion other ‘pro’ tutorials I’ve watched. Really helpful, I look forward to part 2 . I’ve been planning my own build for well over 5 years, gleaning as much knowledge as I can from other builders - if I’m going to build a guitar, I’m going to build a GOOD guitar! But this, and your One Handed Build, have convinced me it’s time to stop thinking, start doing but above all, to start simple...

@tchiksguitars

3 жыл бұрын

thank you so much !! This is EXACTLY what I hoped for, when I started my channel last year. thank you again! I hope i'll help with the second part as well :) would be silly if you had all the equipment but didn't know what to do with it :p

love your work man

With all the tutorial videos around on YT, especially in english, you managed to make one that gives tons of info I never saw elsewhere. Super clear, super interesting ! Thank you so much, now I can't wait to start :-) those gorgeous builds of yours are truly an inspiration !

@tchiksguitars

3 жыл бұрын

thank you! I feel like (maybe) other people have another approach because they have another agenda. I really don't plan on making this channel a tutorial channel, so might as well give everything I can in one shot :)

This is so amazing! Your video editing, your voice sounds therapeutic, especially your woodworking skills! I find this very inspiring as I would like to build my own guitar soon too! I love telecasters! I currently have 2 Telecasters and would love to experience building my own! Thank you so much for this topnotch content! Subbed! Hope to buy one of your guitars someday.

Amazing guide cleared up a ton of questions I had about building my own guitar and it gave me the confidence to make it absolute that I was going to make my own thanks you so much

Just a thorough and excellent video on preparing to build a guitar. Well organized, practical and easy to understand. Well done!

@tchiksguitars

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you ! Good luck with your build :)

Excellent job on this. Your videos are as well constructed as your woodworking! This was informative and I appreciate your humor.

@tchiksguitars

3 жыл бұрын

thank you so much !

This video is gold! Thank you kind man 😊

Fantastische tutorial. Thanks to your vid, now I have the confidence to tackle a neck and fretting myself as well! Can't wait for part 2. And that 335 looks AMAZING. Had no idea it could be done in a shed without a steam press.

Thank you man. This is the video I was looking for. Im now in the process to start the creazy idea to make my own guitar. Thank you very much 🙏

That is a great video. You are not only a talented guitar-maker but a talented story-teller, teacher and videographer. I can't wait for part two!.

@tchiksguitars

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks !! I'm trying :)

Discovered your channel yesterday! I too have been learning so much from KZread tutorials over the past year and get lots of stuff done with lots of coffee. Intro resonated like no other! Last year I started building guitar pedals, and I would like to build a Les Paul Double Cut Junior copy for my first guitar. This video is a great inspiration! Greetings from the Netherlands, keep up the good (wood) work!

@tchiksguitars

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks ! I truly hope it will help you in practice

Vraiment bien cette vidéo. Très claire et précise. Ça m'aide beaucoup. J'attends la deuxième partie avec impatience. Merci

Dude, not only your builds and the content of this video are amazing, but also your videography and the general structure and look of this video are amazing!

@tchiksguitars

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Still learning :)

I've been waiting so long for a guide like this. That's really cool. Don't want to put pressure on you but I am excited to see part 2 soon :D

@tchiksguitars

3 жыл бұрын

It's in the making !

Super génial. Vidéo très intéressante et vraiment bien réalisée. J'ai hâte de voir la suite :-)

just watched the first video, have to say great video, exactly what i have been looking for.

Awesome video!!! Inspiring.

Wow wow wow. Thank you so much for taking the time to create and share this series! I've always wanted to try creating my own guitar but never got past the "drawing cool designs" phase. This might be the year I finally do it!

Thanks so much for your sharing experience & information. I want to start my build and this is a great knowledge.

Super happy I found your channel. Not only is your work good. But you're a great teacher!

@tchiksguitars

3 жыл бұрын

thanks ! it gives me courage for the second part :p

İ love you brother Because you present this art, which is so valuable and which people are stingy with and do not share, in a very generous way. You are so sincere, I will subscribe forever

This is hugely inspiring! Thx

Great content! Can't wait for the second part to come out :D

@tchiksguitars

3 жыл бұрын

It's on its way :)

Love all your videos I've watched so far. You're a talented guy! Thanks for sharing!

@tchiksguitars

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching !

Thank you so much. This video really helpful. It give me a lot of motivation for start. I can't believe that you do all with one hand. Respected!

very inspiring and pro-level editing! Loved to the Tele build and would like to try this if i get a chance D: looking forward to see more gorgeous guitar being built!

Nice instructive video ! Thanks a lot

This is an excellent video. Thanks. Just what I need to get started on a Telecaster.

Yes!!! I can go wait to watch this!

Thank you for your work, you really inspired me. I've wanted to build an instrument since I started playing a few years ago but I never had the courage to start a project like that. Yesterday I made a BoM and today have bought on Madinter some stuff to start my Telecaster. Thank you so much!!

That’s a hell of an awesome video! 👌✨

@tchiksguitars

3 жыл бұрын

Hope it helped !

What an awesome video, thanks

Wow! merci pour les explications, la doc, les liens, super !

Sir, I love you. I've been thinking about getting into woodwork and guitar making for a while now but it seemed far too big to jumpstart like that. Your one hand build gave me inspiration and now this video comes out?! I'm adding all of the tools to my Amazon wishlist, just need the money now, being a student is hard

@tchiksguitars

3 жыл бұрын

Bingo ! :P

Incredible videos. You're a very talented woodworker. Thank you for all the knowledge.

What an incredibly well presented video! I’m looking forward to seeing more!

@tchiksguitars

3 жыл бұрын

sooooooon. Thanks :)

Not only for non-woodworkers. I have been woodworking and building guitars for half my life and have enjoyed every second. Thank you for the beautiful video!

@tchiksguitars

2 жыл бұрын

That's so kind ! Made.my day :)

thank you for this series!! much love from germany