Those are mine. Neato and slightly terrifying watching this! No need to worry about disclosure on the custom… it’ll die with me. As for the 61? I don’t know because I haven’t played it. Missing it’s head an all :) Thanks again Ted!
@@guycalleddave Jimmy Pages #1 is supposed to be around 7 and 1/2 lbs.. and that is on the light side.. Les Paul himself was noted as preferring a heavier Les Paul 10-12 lbs ...
@@Meddled I just recently unsubbed from Dave. He was a funny grump a few years back, now he's just angry and spiteful. I don't know his reasons and I can't pass judgment, but he's become unwatchable and his advice is backhanded and unhelpful
@@Meddled could never stand that guy....then I inadvertently bought a les Paul Studio he had rattle can refinished into a gold top... it was terrible. I stripped down to bare wood.
Excellent! I’ve been waiting to see the 61 Red get fixed ever since opening the box and case when it came and my stomach dropped. Yep I was the one who got that in the mail broken here in Texas, and then sold it to your client who owns them both now. The guitar came to me with full tension on the strings and minimal padding and packaging unfortunately… and this was the result. Anyway, Ted, You are doing amazing work and this will now be loved and played! In fact, I’m the lucky one as your client and I converse often and do an SG and guitar nerd out regularly. I’m super excited to see him get these beauties back in his hands and makes some sweet tones! Thanks so much for your craftsmanship and care!
Hey you guys is there a link where we might hear some of the sweet tones you’re making? Thanks for filling in on the stories behind these guitars. Cheers!
Ted, thank you for the discussion of the scope of work and repair vs restoration. As I commented on Matthew Scotts restoration those are players instruments not museum pieces, repair them so they can be played another 60+ years.
Better veiwing material than anything on modern day TV, I walked away feeling more knowledgeable and fulfilled than what's on cable TV.. Thanks for everything you do and provide for us instrument lovers seeking more substance in this crazy world we are living in.. I personally could watch for hours on end... A true artist in his craft is timeless..
The term player grade makes me cringe, this whole puristic idea, that an instrument must be undamaged, to be valuable, is absolutely horrible. Besides, all guitars should be player grade. I hate the idea, that someone put in time, energy and experience to make a great sounding instrument, for some lawyer or dentist collector, to buy it, hang it on a wall, and never play it. People are always outraged that players, like Bonamassa, gig with vintage instruments, well that IS in fact their intended use.
Couldn't agree more. I can see the value in preserving some vintage guitars in museums because of their historical significance, but shaming people for actually playing the ones they own is nonsense. Those guitars wouldn't be of any value today had no one played them in the first place
i think the opposite way to the "player's grade" mentality. instruments are tools and all tools should be used and loved, it's only AFTER they have been used and worn and had a life of their own that they should be preserved in that genuine state, that is an honest representation of that thing. to preserve a pristine model as a museum piece defeats the purpose of a museum piece: an artefact of a time that accurately represents a slice of reality from that time.
Pop has a "player" grade '63 J45. It's had a seriously hard life and it shows. BUT, it's never had any repairs done to the body or headstock. He's got it up for sale because he doesn't want to use it around the campfires, which is where he plays the most now, and it has way to much music left in it to sit in the case. Much like Vintage Cars, I absolutely hate "Collectors" that never use them for the purpose they were made for.
So, is it a tool for making music, or a fetish/art object? That's a difference worth thousands of dollars, and I appreciate the finely tuned ethics of a repair tech who understands it.
@@gramursowanfaborden5820 I live in the north of Scotland (Inverness) so it’s either a long drive somewhere or expensive (and a bit risky) shipping. Thanks for your reply and help.
I’m not a guitar builder but a custom woodworker and I use your videos often for ideas in making out custom knife handles and products so thank you for the time you put into these sir.
This is truly amazing, I enjoy playing and just looking at guitars. I once stood for half and hour mumbling to myself at a music store when they had a bunch of Gibson guitars in a small room. We don’t have big stores where I live so I just stood there talking to myself about how cool and amazing they were and for a person like you who not only brings dead guitars back to life but also documents the process teaching many of my generation of future guitar player and luthiers I thank you for your amazing videos.
Always amazing work! I learn something from each video you put out and look forward to the next. I'm still amazed how ANYONE could give these videos a thumbs down.
My compliments to the repair man!!! I was thinking, wow, my man is matching the old finish beautifully. Then you said "It's looks better on camera...." I have to be impressed, daunting task, but you pulled it off. Shame about the SN but it was probably lost when they stuck the rosewood on the back of the head stock. Again, well done sir.
Great stories - love to hear how the process evolved over generations of the same model.. The hands of ownership on the red SG and how it ended up in your are interesting. Not only do I enjoy your style of delivery but you are obviously as much a great student as you are an amazing teacher. I love the fact that you care about the integrity and the repair history of the instrument. Waiting for another episode is like waiting for a new book from my favorite author. Bravo as always!
Sir you are a true to life artist, magician, craftsmen, a real honest to God/Luthier! Thankx for sharing your talents with all of us amateurs. I just recently repaired my old 1983 Alvarez Regent named Splinter. It got its name from me shortly after I over tightened the truss rod. It sat for 18 or so years in my closet broken. I finally got it back it and repaired the splintered neck and broken off headstock. Thanks for your inspiration. I wouldn't have ever fixed it if it wasn't for watching one of your videos on broken headstocks. Thanks again Dana E💫
Your work is truly art. It is always nice to see an old instrument restored to its former glory. Watching you carve, sand and finish is really satisfying. I can do adjustments on my guitars, but you can make them live again.
The main problem is these rich doctors, lawyers, brokers, and dentists, etc that can't play and pay way too much for an object that ends up being just an old guitar, a tool made of wood. Won't make you sound better.
i theorise that is the whole origin of the "GAS" concept, people make their first upgrade when learning and no subsequent purchase will ever match that endorphin rush.
Nothing feels better than thinking the video might be close to ending because you know how quickly time flies when you watch these only to see you're only halfway there. Thank you for the 1000x time Ted
I’m a standard machinist. All of my work is made by hand with calculation and experience. CNC can do some perfect work, but it requires enough time to setup and code, by that time I’m often already done. Hand work will never be replaced by computer
Great video, always fun to see the really extensive repairs even though they are nail biters for you! Can definitely tell how much thought you put into deciding how to proceed.
Hand made craftsmanship is always more valuable because of the care. Very true! Very interesting video. Brilliant work on the headstock! Thanks Ted for sharing your skills! 🎶🎶🎶
It calming to watch and listen to a true artisan. A lot of folks have a talent but have not refined it to the level of being a master. Bravo, sir, bravo.
Outrageous! Only 25 minutes of master craftsmanship... Seriously, the time flew by. I think we could all do with more repair footage in these vids, if you have it...?
Superb as always. Almost worth having one of those headstock-break-repair-surgery procedures done from new, before it breaks. So satisfying an engineering solution, and so deftly executed by Ted. Awesome.
Please don’t take this the wrong way, but I usually fall asleep to your videos, your cadence and delivery are phenomenal, as well, your knowledge and skill. Thank you C442 FAHQ Racing
You Sir have a big set of balls! Seriously, I really admire your internal compass and honesty. Not much of either going around these days. I sure hope you get your number on these repairs. Man, that 62 is a honey.
Les Paul did not ask Gibson to take his name off of the guitar, his endorsement/signature model contract ended in 1963 & because he was going through a divorce he did not re-sign a contract until he negotiated a new one in 1968 late 1967 & it was THEN he requested they bring back the traditional single cut Les Paul. Not that it really matters much but I personally feel it’s very important to note that from 1964 through 1967 Gibson did not make ANY Les Paul models at all. Paul’s name came off the “new” double cut “Solid Guitar” and it went from being a Les Paul from 1961-1963 to being a Gibson SG from 1964 to present. Isn’t it mind boggling that from late 1957-1960 the sales of the traditional single-cut Les Paul slumped so bad they gave up that design all tougher for nearly a decade? You would not think that would be the case when they introduced the now coveted mythical PAF’s in 1957 & the now revered, cherished and also coveted Cherry Sunburst in 1958, you’d think they would have been jumping out of the stores but nope. Sales steadily decreased from late 57 through the end of 1960 when they discontinued it. Insanity.
I happen to catch that interview between Joel & Ian last week. VERY eye opening talk ! He actually said there are a couple of violin repair peeps that use UV additives in they're glue, so it does show up in black light.
Brother I don’t think you give yourself enough credit lol. The stuff I’ve seen you do and repairs I’ve seen you do is insane!! Your really damn good man!! Really!
One of my first guitars was a Les Paul Jr. from 1961! I got it in the early '70's. The name on the headstock (Les Paul Jr.) was in the gold lettering. I was in my early 20s then, but I swear it was almost weightless.
Those are mine. Neato and slightly terrifying watching this! No need to worry about disclosure on the custom… it’ll die with me. As for the 61? I don’t know because I haven’t played it. Missing it’s head an all :) Thanks again Ted!
Dude, I can’t wait for you to get it. I bet it’s gonna be sweet! Ted has scrubbed away all the scum and bad vibe that came with it.
Mary Ford played one of those customs. Her's was sold on Pawn stars. Maybe this caused the divorce? 🤑🤣
No i'm Spartacus!
@@rakentrail I saw that episode. Sold it for $70,000. If I had a expensive vintage guitar there’d be no way I’d sell at a pawn shop.
I'd say that you've got the best repairs that money can buy.
Thanks for shouting out, Joel. He's very special. I truly enjoy your videos. All the best! ✌🏻💫
You and Joel are both awesome.
What a relief! I was starting to worry about you, Ted! It was 8pm on Sunday and no video. I nearly phoned the authorities. ;)
Same!!!
Ditto!
The only burst I ever played was around 8 lbs. It's my understand most bursts are light?
Right?
@@guycalleddave
Jimmy Pages #1 is supposed to be around 7 and 1/2 lbs.. and that is on the light side.. Les Paul himself was noted as preferring a heavier Les Paul 10-12 lbs ...
You are, ridiculously, articulate in how you explain your views on repairs of vintage instruments. Thank you for your videos. And your banter.
Basically the opposite of Dave's World of Hackjobs in terms of outlook, skill, creativity.
@@Meddled I just recently unsubbed from Dave. He was a funny grump a few years back, now he's just angry and spiteful. I don't know his reasons and I can't pass judgment, but he's become unwatchable and his advice is backhanded and unhelpful
@@Meddled could never stand that guy....then I inadvertently bought a les Paul Studio he had rattle can refinished into a gold top... it was terrible. I stripped down to bare wood.
@@EdwardT9 Dave make Brad Angove's finishing work look brilliant in comparison to his own hacked touchups and finishing.
This isn’t a guitar repair, it’s a combination of engineering and a work of art. Breathtaking stuff.
Excellent! I’ve been waiting to see the 61 Red get fixed ever since opening the box and case when it came and my stomach dropped. Yep I was the one who got that in the mail broken here in Texas, and then sold it to your client who owns them both now. The guitar came to me with full tension on the strings and minimal padding and packaging unfortunately… and this was the result. Anyway, Ted, You are doing amazing work and this will now be loved and played! In fact, I’m the lucky one as your client and I converse often and do an SG and guitar nerd out regularly. I’m super excited to see him get these beauties back in his hands and makes some sweet tones! Thanks so much for your craftsmanship and care!
Ahh shucks man. Best part is a new SG nerd friend for sure 🤘
Hey you guys is there a link where we might hear some of the sweet tones you’re making?
Thanks for filling in on the stories behind these guitars. Cheers!
Ted, thank you for the discussion of the scope of work and repair vs restoration. As I commented on Matthew Scotts restoration those are players instruments not museum pieces, repair them so they can be played another 60+ years.
Better veiwing material than anything on modern day TV, I walked away feeling more knowledgeable and fulfilled than what's on cable TV.. Thanks for everything you do and provide for us instrument lovers seeking more substance in this crazy world we are living in.. I personally could watch for hours on end... A true artist in his craft is timeless..
I know that making these videos while you are trying to
work is a pain but I sure do appreciate it. Watching an
artist is a true joy. Thanks.
The term player grade makes me cringe, this whole puristic idea, that an instrument must be undamaged, to be valuable, is absolutely horrible. Besides, all guitars should be player grade. I hate the idea, that someone put in time, energy and experience to make a great sounding instrument, for some lawyer or dentist collector, to buy it, hang it on a wall, and never play it. People are always outraged that players, like Bonamassa, gig with vintage instruments, well that IS in fact their intended use.
Couldn't agree more. I can see the value in preserving some vintage guitars in museums because of their historical significance, but shaming people for actually playing the ones they own is nonsense. Those guitars wouldn't be of any value today had no one played them in the first place
i think the opposite way to the "player's grade" mentality. instruments are tools and all tools should be used and loved, it's only AFTER they have been used and worn and had a life of their own that they should be preserved in that genuine state, that is an honest representation of that thing. to preserve a pristine model as a museum piece defeats the purpose of a museum piece: an artefact of a time that accurately represents a slice of reality from that time.
Pop has a "player" grade '63 J45. It's had a seriously hard life and it shows. BUT, it's never had any repairs done to the body or headstock. He's got it up for sale because he doesn't want to use it around the campfires, which is where he plays the most now, and it has way to much music left in it to sit in the case. Much like Vintage Cars, I absolutely hate "Collectors" that never use them for the purpose they were made for.
So, is it a tool for making music, or a fetish/art object? That's a difference worth thousands of dollars, and I appreciate the finely tuned ethics of a repair tech who understands it.
But they relic them....makes no sense to me.
I could've happily watched another hour of of this but I'm already late for work. Amazing repair skills there Ted.
You are a truly humble craftsman. There’s very few people I trust with my guitars. Such a pity I’m on the other side of the pond.
plenty of good'ns in the UK, if you're anywhere near Cornwall, check Julyan Wallis. further up talk to Crimson and they'll find you someone.
@@gramursowanfaborden5820 I live in the north of Scotland (Inverness) so it’s either a long drive somewhere or expensive (and a bit risky) shipping. Thanks for your reply and help.
I’m not a guitar builder but a custom woodworker and I use your videos often for ideas in making out custom knife handles and products so thank you for the time you put into these sir.
That was absolutely amazing! Craftsmanship will always take place over machines. I do mostly body/Finish work and that SG was a fabulous repair.
This is truly amazing, I enjoy playing and just looking at guitars. I once stood for half and hour mumbling to myself at a music store when they had a bunch of Gibson guitars in a small room. We don’t have big stores where I live so I just stood there talking to myself about how cool and amazing they were and for a person like you who not only brings dead guitars back to life but also documents the process teaching many of my generation of future guitar player and luthiers I thank you for your amazing videos.
Really enjoyed this episode, Ted. Superb job as always, and great to wake up to, Monday morning.
Those old Les Paul/SG's w/ the pearl inlays were beautiful instruments, and in the right hands, beautiful sounding instruments.
I'm glad that you make these videos. Your workmanship is amazing,
Always amazing work! I learn something from each video you put out and look forward to the next. I'm still amazed how ANYONE could give these videos a thumbs down.
I could watch Gibson headstock repairs all day long, and I have. There is an endless supply. Thanks Gibson.
Always amazed by the work you do, the inventiveness, ingenuity, and care you take to implement a repair. Thanks.
My compliments to the repair man!!! I was thinking, wow, my man is matching the old finish beautifully. Then you said "It's looks better on camera...." I have to be impressed, daunting task, but you pulled it off. Shame about the SN but it was probably lost when they stuck the rosewood on the back of the head stock. Again, well done sir.
I’m glad I discovered your channel. I also appreciate your comments on the guitars and the industry etc. Great content. Keep going.
The more and more of these videos of yours I watch with Gibsons the less and less I want one.
A complete transformation outstanding work always a pleasure to watch you work
Beautiful work as always.
You’re the most amazing master craftsman luthier I’ve ever seen. Truly amazing. Thank you for sharing.
One of your best videos, which is saying something. I really enjoyed your insight in this one.
That was a great episode!. I love the way that you can switch between measuring units at will.
Great stories - love to hear how the process evolved over generations of the same model.. The hands of ownership on the red SG and how it ended up in your are interesting. Not only do I enjoy your style of delivery but you are obviously as much a great student as you are an amazing teacher. I love the fact that you care about the integrity and the repair history of the instrument. Waiting for another episode is like waiting for a new book from my favorite author. Bravo as always!
Sir you are a true to life artist, magician, craftsmen, a real honest to God/Luthier! Thankx for sharing your talents with all of us amateurs. I just recently repaired my old 1983 Alvarez Regent named Splinter. It got its name from me shortly after I over tightened the truss rod. It sat for 18 or so years in my closet broken. I finally got it back it and repaired the splintered neck and broken off headstock. Thanks for your inspiration. I wouldn't have ever fixed it if it wasn't for watching one of your videos on broken headstocks. Thanks again Dana E💫
Your work is truly art. It is always nice to see an old instrument restored to its former glory. Watching you carve, sand and finish is really satisfying. I can do adjustments on my guitars, but you can make them live again.
Just fantastic! thank you so much for your videos.
I really appreciate how you critically examine and discuss all the different intricate details with explanations 🍻
These are such beautiful guitars. Great work as always.
Very good, Ted. Your repair expertise is second to none.
Wow! This is an excellent video. Thank you for sharing your thoughts and processes with us and everything!!!!
Great video, some pretty epic work going on there to sort those two out. Well done!
Another banger of a video. Love your content.
The main problem is these rich doctors, lawyers, brokers, and dentists, etc that can't play and pay way too much for an object that ends up being just an old guitar, a tool made of wood. Won't make you sound better.
i theorise that is the whole origin of the "GAS" concept, people make their first upgrade when learning and no subsequent purchase will ever match that endorphin rush.
Always a pleasure to watch, listen and learn. from you. Thanks for sharing your craft.
Amazing work! Love watching your videos!
Nothing feels better than thinking the video might be close to ending because you know how quickly time flies when you watch these only to see you're only halfway there. Thank you for the 1000x time Ted
Those repairs turned out amazing, looks great!
Amazing attention to detail. Thank you, sir.
Great education resource, always learn a lot. Non snobbish approach to repair is appreciated, logic wins every time!
You are bloody brilliant I can watch you all day
It is what it is. Still is what it was. Great repair, Theodore !
One of your best episodes!
Thank you for sharing this 🙏 ❤
I’m a standard machinist. All of my work is made by hand with calculation and experience.
CNC can do some perfect work, but it requires enough time to setup and code, by that time I’m often already done.
Hand work will never be replaced by computer
Excellent work.....as always.
Another great video experience and learning session.
A fantastic video. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and skills.
Great work… Thanks for sharing!
Great video, always fun to see the really extensive repairs even though they are nail biters for you! Can definitely tell how much thought you put into deciding how to proceed.
More to learn :) great commentary as always
As usual very fine work.
Awesome work again
Dam I love these videos . Amazing job! 🤘🏻
Great video Ted.
I know i’ve watched to many of these when i find myself humming your theme tune during the day!
Hand made craftsmanship is always more valuable because of the care. Very true! Very interesting video. Brilliant work on the headstock! Thanks Ted for sharing your skills! 🎶🎶🎶
Excellent work. Awesome video. Thanks for the shout out!
It calming to watch and listen to a true artisan. A lot of folks have a talent but have not refined it to the level of being a master. Bravo, sir, bravo.
Beautiful work!
epic content as always. it's an education watching this. ty.
Amazing as usual🔥
"But it looks like it was taken care of." -Ted ..Words to live by my friend.
Outrageous! Only 25 minutes of master craftsmanship... Seriously, the time flew by. I think we could all do with more repair footage in these vids, if you have it...?
Superb as always. Almost worth having one of those headstock-break-repair-surgery procedures done from new, before it breaks. So satisfying an engineering solution, and so deftly executed by Ted. Awesome.
Again a awesome video!!
Kind of used to watching you work miracles, but that headstock work was next level!
Man you are an artist!
Awesome job !!! Really enjoyed the video 👍🏼
The three-pickup SG Custom is one of the most beautiful instruments ever crafted.
Incredible work
New to the channel.. ❤️ The content.. Lots of valuable information, tips and tricks..
Time travelled back to this one.
Please don’t take this the wrong way, but I usually fall asleep to your videos, your cadence and delivery are phenomenal, as well, your knowledge and skill. Thank you C442 FAHQ Racing
I sure hope you do a follow up video to these beauties!
Very satisfying watching your skills. Wonderful. Thankyou.
Great work!
You Sir have a big set of balls! Seriously, I really admire your internal compass and honesty. Not much of either going around these days. I sure hope you get your number on these repairs. Man, that 62 is a honey.
"Not much (virtuous thing) going about these days" is such a boomer take.
Damn fine work, my man!
Les Paul did not ask Gibson to take his name off of the guitar, his endorsement/signature model contract ended in 1963 & because he was going through a divorce he did not re-sign a contract until he negotiated a new one in 1968 late 1967 & it was THEN he requested they bring back the traditional single cut Les Paul. Not that it really matters much but I personally feel it’s very important to note that from 1964 through 1967 Gibson did not make ANY Les Paul models at all. Paul’s name came off the “new” double cut “Solid Guitar” and it went from being a Les Paul from 1961-1963 to being a Gibson SG from 1964 to present. Isn’t it mind boggling that from late 1957-1960 the sales of the traditional single-cut Les Paul slumped so bad they gave up that design all tougher for nearly a decade? You would not think that would be the case when they introduced the now coveted mythical PAF’s in 1957 & the now revered, cherished and also coveted Cherry Sunburst in 1958, you’d think they would have been jumping out of the stores but nope. Sales steadily decreased from late 57 through the end of 1960 when they discontinued it. Insanity.
Amazing work👍👍👍
Really fine work on both guitars. This proves that nothing is really too broken to repair.
Hey there Ted! Another fine video.
Best 25 minutes of my weekend right here. :)
Love the UV idea. Great video
I happen to catch that interview between Joel & Ian last week. VERY eye opening talk !
He actually said there are a couple of violin repair peeps that use UV additives in they're glue, so it does show up in black light.
Thanks! Happy Thanksgiving! 😎🌞✌️🎻
Brother I don’t think you give yourself enough credit lol. The stuff I’ve seen you do and repairs I’ve seen you do is insane!! Your really damn good man!! Really!
One of my first guitars was a Les Paul Jr. from 1961! I got it in the early '70's. The name on the headstock (Les Paul Jr.) was in the gold lettering. I was in my early 20s then, but I swear it was almost weightless.
Great video! A true guitar surgeon.
this dude performs miracles everyday, i dont know how he does it but he always is able to make these guitars new and playable again.
Once again…. Fantastic !
Nothing wrong with seeing the repairs, not being fully hidden. As long as it’s a clean, strong well done repair. That works.
Happy Thanksgiving, Ted.