How to Make a Guitar Case | DIY Guitar Case
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- Опубліковано 18 бер 2020
- If you have a guitar or another kind of instrument you want to make sure that after every trip your instrument is in perfect conditions, so you will need a hard case for that.
In this video I show you how to make a custom guitar case using minimal tools with solid wood but also plywood works great, the first thing I did was measuring my electric guitar and let a couple of centimeters all around so the foam can fit inside the case, building a normal box for after cut it apart and have the top and bottom, then the covering part came out, I used tolex for covering outside and foam with velvet for inside.
Once I had the covering ready was the moment for installing the hardware: hinges, corners protectors, handle and latches.
Hope this video inspire you to make yours, don't forget to like, share and subscribe.
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Wood:
-2 x 108 cm long x 8 cm wide x 1.8 cm thick (frame)
-2 x 41.5 cm long x 8 cm wide x 1.8 cm thick (frame)
-2 x 108 cm long x 41.5 cm wide x 1.8 cm thick (top and bottom)
-1 x 37.9 cm long x 5.5 cm wide x 1.8 cm thick (brace)
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watching him use that table saw makes me wonder how long he will have all of his fingers.
And not wearing proper footwear makes me wonder how long until he drops a spinning blade onto his foot.
he still have 10 fingers, so no worries. LOL
@@Sandman60077 How would one drop a spinnig blade onto their foot?
@@ArtturiSalmela dropping a circular saw maybe, really just dropping anything. The point of the comment was that work like this shouldn't be done in flip flops.
Welcome to the Philippines! 😄
Great idea, only one drawback......
This case will end up being like 30 pounds plus a guitar!
Use thinner wood next time to lighten up your cases. Only reason I know this is because I did the same thing......but we learn by trial and error !
Great video!
Absolutely agreed. I have used 1/2" (1.3cm) stock and they are plenty sturdy. I plan to go thinner next time.
Next video, how to make a refrigerator truck to move a homemade guitar case.
@@G.S.W.SewmesomeMusic Right?!?!?? LOL..Or a crane
Couple of improvements:
1)make a pocket in the lid so you can close the case with thremolo bar installed
2)make storage pockets on either side of the headstock
3)might have to offset the case handle towards the body to balance the case
4)install TSA approved lock
What good will a lock do? If someone were to steal it, they would just grab the case handle with guitar inside and take it all, LOL
I did it myself with the Woodglut plans. I think this is the best way to find out how to build it.
This was very satisfying to watch. If I only had all the tools and the space I would definitely make my own case! Thanks for sharing!
I’m sure it’s really heavy, but that guitar will be well protected.
The heaviest guitar case ever!
If nothing else, this is definitely the right way to make a “how to” video: speed it up, no talking, play music, and throw in some tool sounds.
That's a great definition, thank you!
I like his outdoor shop
Good work! Looks like it'll work beautifully for its purpose!
Thank you André, I appreciate that!
that is one HEAVY DUTTY guitar case, nice! It does need one modification, need more support for the body inside the case so that the guitar does not slide, need to prevent the headstock form hitting the side if the case. Do this and you have one super solid case to protect your guitar.
So nice comment, thank you for that!, I was thinking that this case could be used with different guitar shapes, but including extra support will be helpful if you use the case with only one guitar
Thanks for making this video, so helpful, BTW, ang ganda po ng hardcase😇🎸.God bless po
Thank you for watching!
Great project René👍👍
Thank you René! ❤
Nice work!
Glad you liked it!
Like. Simply for the fact that it's a DIY with no frigging ukelele background music. Can I get an Amen?
Amen!
excelente!!!!!
Gracias hermanita!
Not bad considering he used a 200 year old table saw and a branch for a straight edge.
Very nice build and a helpful video, f'sure. A few things I'd comment about tho:-
* I'd drill and screw the 'end' pieces instead of using a staple gun, as the twisting action the case may be subject to will gravitate to those joints and they could rupture the whole case.
* I'd use a stiffer foam, particularly all the surfaces NOT in the lid. The bumps and bashings the case will likely experience will still make their way into the instrument as it's not being supported enough.
* When fitting the hardware (hinges and clasps in particular), I'd use masking tape right around the whole box, so the parts couldn't move at all relative to each other.
Again, a very nice build. Thanks for posting.
Edit: There's certainly a lot of personal value in the project (Heck, I've built a dozen or more similar cases, mainly for keyboards and computer gear)... but 'in the greater scheme of things' I'd still consider the hours and work (and possibility of injury) involved ... and perhaps opt for the $150+ version from a local music shop 😁
Excellent video. Good job man👍
Glad you enjoyed it!
Nice work
Thank you, I appreciate that!
Hi, I know people are talking about the weight of it so I have a question. Between a plywood case compared to your pine case, how much difference? I realize it depends on the thickness of the plywood. Thanks
Am I the only madman that wouldn't wrap it in stollex? Let the beauty of the wood show. I have some absolutely gorgeous cedar I'm thinking to use for a case for my bass....
Good job. But I think you could use thinner material on the lid and on the floor, to make it lighter. And also put more material on the side of the guitar to prevent it from swinging. But very good. (google translate)
Thank you Ixra, that sounds great but cannot be strong enough, a 16 mm plywood looks like a balance between weight and hardness, about the inside I wanted a case which I can use with another guitars but can be used foam and the guitar shape for making a better fit case
i use 3/16 baltic birch top and bottom. with hard foam house insulation. keep the weight down.
Nice job, bro! Do you have links where to buy hinges, corner protectors and handles?
Thanks bro, I just added the hardware links in the description!
I do. The internet.
Muy bueno! No tengo ni un martillo . Pero me gusto el video!
Gran trabajo ¡ me gusto mucho, creo que intentaré uno para mi mandolina. Pregunta: en donde se consiguen los herrajes del estuche? Estoy en Chihuahua.
Gracias por tu comentario amigo, los herrajes los conseguí en donde venden equipo de audio, en Puebla, los broches y bisagras en una ferretería, saludos!
I created a case using plywood that was 12 mm thick after seeing this video, but the case is still extremely heavy and even heavier with the guitar inside it. I didn't realize it till after I had performed the task entirely. Can I now cut the casing a little triangularly using a jigsaw? My electric guitar is shaped like an explorer. Will the tolex, foam, and wood be sliced by the jigsaw?
That case is realy hevy....but god idea
Thanks for your comment Paulo!
You're really damn brave pushing those narrow pieces of wood through that saw without a push stick.
Maybe I got used to don't use the push stick but I'm gonna consider it for the next time, thanks for your comment Rob!
As long as you are aware of where your hands are your fine and personally I dislike push sticks because I don’t feel like I have a lot of control over my cuts
as long as you have full control of the material, and pay attention nothing to be scared of. i've pushed wood threw table saws inches away from the saw many time's without a push stick and still have all my hands
@@jakedusinberre8269 exactly
Great work! How deep is the case though?
Thank you Farhan Afsar, this case is 6 cm deep!
Dope
I love that Stratocaster I have a black one its a beginner strat I also have a Jackson dinky guitar that one its bigger
That's cool!, it's also cool have a case where you can carry both guitars, greetings!
@ ok
The guitar is an Aria ST-1802/3 made in the early 70's. I have 3 different variations of the same guitar - nice case build - have done a few myself, but yours is nicer - I think though that the front and back are a little thick - would suggest using more like 1/8 or 3/16 ply or masonite - you'd cut the weight in half! Did you really only use the contact glue on one side of everything? Usually it's recommended to brush both surfaces with it..
great brader..
Buen dia, para instalar los herrajes utilzaste remachadora o pijas ? Quedo excelente Saludos
Hola amigo, utilicé unicamente pijas para instalarlas, saludos!
Rene’s Workshop
needed:
shop vac
That could be great, I really need it!
What glue did you use for the vinyl wrap?
I used contact glue for all the wrapping 😃
Gracias por la idea! Que pegamento usas para el exterior de madera con la cuerina?
Estoy utilizando un pegamento de contacto como el resistol 5000, saludos! lml
Gracias por tu respuesta, cuando los haga, te mando fotos
Me encantaría ver cómo te quedó!
Could you use a lighter grade or smaller size wood? I bet this one is as heavy as a coffee table. Excellent work, tho!!!
Of course, you can use plywood instead of solid wood, that's a lighter choise :D
Good job,i am looking forward to do this case.Thanks.
Thanks for your comment Baran, wish you luck in the making of your case, enjoy the process ;)
I find it hard to believe this case didn't end up being unnecessarily heavy.
Te quedó increíble, con mucho estilo. Pero tengo una duda, ¿cuántos kilogramos pesó? Es que quiero hacer una pero para bajo, y pues si va a pesar más jaja.
Gracias por tu comentario Joaco, este case pesa un poco más que uno convencional, si quieres uno más ligero puedes optar por usar triplay de 16 mm, y obtienes un equilibrio entre peso y resistencia, saludos!
@ hola bro, muy buen trabajo te quedó genial. Consulta como se llama la tela negra que ocupas y los accesorios de cierre de la caja ( los seguros) ???. Agradecería tu respuesta amigo. 😁
@bastian alvarez la tela del interior es tipo terciopelo, encuentras muchis tipos en tiendas de telas, escoge la que mejor te parezca, los herrajes son broches para estuches, protectores para esquinas, estos últimos los conseguí en una tienda de audio, saludos amigo!
@ te pasaste amigo muchas gracias 😁
Joli travail
Pourquoi un “E” à joli??
@@hugq14 et pourquoi pas 😁😁😁😁
this looks like actual work.
Anyone have any idea on how much Tolex total is actually needed for this?
How heavy is it?
What’s the weight of a case like this?
TOP
how much did it cost for all the materials?
I built this case in Mexico, so the price is relative but I spent about $10 in wood, $20 in covering and $15 in hardware
@ I've been pricing new cases. Any where from $80 to $300. You did well. I'm building one from scrap wood and even then it is costing me $30-$50 for hardware, paint, glue covering, etc. If the main drawback is that the case is a little heavy,.........Who cares?
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How much did this all cost?
I built this case in Mexico, I spent about $10 in wood, $20 in covering and $15 (USD) in hardware
Not sure why all of the corners didn't get the protection, but good enough!
I realized I need 8 instead of the 4 I bought but I installed the left ones after the video; thank you for your comment!
No tengo ninguna herramienta para los cortes de madera, por dónde empezar a comprar?
Hola Natalia, puedes hacer muchas cosas solo con un taladro, sierra circular y caladora! Y para este caso comprar triplay de unos 16 mm de grueso y manos a la obra!
what kinda glue is that?
It is contact glue Junior Ontiveros 😃
How much did you spend on materials?
I built this case in Mexico, I spent about $10 in wood, $20 in covering and $15 (USD) in hardware
@ wow that's quite impressive actually . Thankyou so much for posting this video :) . It really helped out a lot. I'm not interested in spending 2 3hundred ..lol
Glad he still had fingers to play guitar
Need a lorry to cart that around.
I want to make one too but I think this one is very heavy to carry
Hi François, you should use plywood instead of solid wood so it won't be that heavy
Mas ini lem nya pake apa ya?
Saya menggunakan lem kontak
Deve ter ficado pesado, mas o instrumento ficou imune ao ataque de funcionários de aeroporto mal-intencionados, por exemplo.
Wood could be lot thinner
It weighs as much as a baby elephant!
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So, you are the guy who makes those $69 cases that Guitar Center sells.
You are right, that's me! 😝
And who will carry the case for me, I'll take the guitar myself
Muy pesado.
looks solid but I bet this guy cuts a tree down to make a tooth pick, loll
And how much does it weigh?😄
That must weight a ton... why use so much wood?
Is not that weight that it looks like, I was looking for something strong and this case is strong enough for long trips keeping your inatrument safe 😃
@ I don't think you would need so thick wood. Just saying.
I think he used pine which is strong versatile and light
Jose Araujo depends on where your bringing it
Good video. I agree that it looks very heavy but if that's what your looking for then all good. Personally I would use around 5mm plywood. Some of the ones you but from shops are made partly from cardboard.
Hello
Can you make one music case for me
Hi, where are you from?
I'm from Mexico! 🇲🇽
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Hola lm from hollanda
L want nice case for my arabic luthe instrument but not very havy
I want to try to make but well im just a Student without money
That's not a big problem Juan, there are many materials we can use, just take the idea and use your imagination to make yours!
Rupees
nice but looks pretty heavy
Thank you Lee, use 16 mm plywood instead of solid wood, will be lighter
For the price and time, it's better to just buy a case!!!!
this design is awfully similar to bob's design.
Get a Damm blade guard
Not bad at all, but... i think is too much heavy... Not ??
Good job for wearing thongs while working in the workshop 😆
Boom!
too heavy to carry !!! from Argentina
Saludos hasta Argentina!
coffin for guitar
Wow, just glue and nails, eh? No kind of tenon or dovetail on those corners? Lol good luck with that case, whatever poor sap gets stuck with it.
Too Heavy.
pinoy???
Pine wood
@ haha, he means if you're pinoy as in from the philippines
@@z1ffy I got it now! haha
He’s wearing flip flops. No guards on his table saw. Drywall screws with weak butt joints. Also, this is a very heavy case. I would be ashamed to show anyone this case.
What was the point of buying wood that thick? Nice finished product but a huge waste of wood.
How heavy is it?
It´s just a little bit heavier than a regular case