Gibson SG Headstock Finds the Strength to Heal

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  • @redrock1963
    @redrock1963 4 роки тому +500

    "Splines" in the headstock of a Gibson is like an upgrade.

    • @thestuffmikedoes2309
      @thestuffmikedoes2309 4 роки тому +7

      lol absolutely

    • @danielpaterson9824
      @danielpaterson9824 4 роки тому +3

      😂 Yep spot on 😂

    • @DJ_Mooster
      @DJ_Mooster 4 роки тому +16

      @Van peter Troll?

    • @gregaltenhofel7326
      @gregaltenhofel7326 4 роки тому +17

      I’ve often wondered why they don’t just put splines in when build it.

    • @adamdale6374
      @adamdale6374 4 роки тому +42

      If anyone wants to send me the "worthless" Gibson's with broken headstocks, let me know. I will gladly take those worthless guitars off your hands.

  • @FBDerringer
    @FBDerringer 5 місяців тому +5

    I never get tired of watching you fix headstock breaks. The most important thing is that you are saving an instrument. Music is SO important, you certainly do your part to make the world a better place. Thank you!

  • @johntilson2535
    @johntilson2535 4 роки тому +110

    I love watching talented craftsmen restore destroyed items, be it guitars or anything else. That's why your channel is included in my subscriptions, Mr Woodford!

    • @johntilson2535
      @johntilson2535 4 роки тому +2

      @@russelmurray9268 Geez, troll! Crawl back under your rock, whydontcha??!!

  • @thestuffmikedoes2309
    @thestuffmikedoes2309 4 роки тому +81

    I will watch a headstock repair video EVERY time, MULTIPLE times. You're pretty much my Bob Ross.

    • @martin-1965
      @martin-1965 2 роки тому +3

      It's like watching a medical procedure - always fascinating and I'm just glad it's not my guitar lol

  • @TheTektronik
    @TheTektronik 4 роки тому +128

    "It's not a real Gibson unless it's got a broken headstock". It had me rolling.

    • @tukulhati6173
      @tukulhati6173 4 роки тому +7

      yeah this one graduated...

    • @TheTektronik
      @TheTektronik 4 роки тому +1

      @Nature and Physics it's going to last you many years if you take great care of it.

    • @TempoDrift1480
      @TempoDrift1480 4 роки тому

      Is this your first time on the internet?

  • @ronaldlane6785
    @ronaldlane6785 4 роки тому +85

    That is not an okay repair, that is a great repair. I wish I had your patience, Ted! Not to mention your expertise. Watching your videos is better than watching a mystery movie, as each second plays out you hold me in suspense of your next move! Thanks so much for taking the time to make them!!!

    • @mijorchard6206
      @mijorchard6206 4 роки тому +3

      Totally agree -- that is a super-nice repair.

  • @bryanscars
    @bryanscars 4 роки тому +39

    The splines where so well done my initial thought was stain them black or leave them unfinished so they stand out vs blending in but the final product is epic.

    • @tommypetraglia4688
      @tommypetraglia4688 4 роки тому +11

      Like the Japanese art of Kintsugi
      *Kintsugi: The Art of Broken Pieces*
      www.thisiscolossal.com/2014/05/kintsugi-the-art-of-broken-pieces/
      Kintsugi (or kintsukuroi) is a Japanese method for repairing broken ceramics with a special lacquer mixed with gold, silver, or platinum. The philosophy behind the technique is to recognize the history of the object and to visibly incorporate the repair into the new piece instead of disguising it. The process usually results in something more beautiful than the original

  • @stephendixon8575
    @stephendixon8575 3 роки тому +19

    Oh man, love the stop-go animation sequence of the crack in the neck talking to us - bloody hilarious my friend! No either you’re going slightly stir crazy during the lockdown madness or you’ve stumbled upon some comedy gold that you should include in future videos (or both). I just love it!

  • @CoenBijpost
    @CoenBijpost 4 роки тому +8

    Really appreciate the extra work you put in there with the requiem for a dream stuff and the Disney princess. Your videos are always surprising, funny and smart, on top of super informative, brilliantly executed and a show of true workmanship. Can’t get enough of them!

  • @BessieBopOrBach
    @BessieBopOrBach 4 роки тому +29

    A+ repair work as always, and A++ Requiem for a Dream hot glue montage.

  • @drivewaystar6485
    @drivewaystar6485 4 роки тому +17

    As a SG owner myself, this makes me want to make sure I never actually need to do this repair lol.

  • @dannyt2885
    @dannyt2885 4 роки тому +6

    Something strangely satisfying about watching this process. I especially enjoy the sharp blade whittling down the spines you installed.

  • @stevevaughn2040
    @stevevaughn2040 4 роки тому +20

    Hats off to you....that was a beautifully done repair. Oh, thanks for making me even more paranoid about my Gibson....

  • @JMac.
    @JMac. 4 роки тому +1

    I have an Epiphone Les Paul and we moved recently. My guitar was cased and leaning against the wall, it got knocked over and my heart sank... I opened the case expecting the worst but thankfully all was fine. Great repair job Ted, always a pleasure to watch a master at work.

  • @bldallas
    @bldallas 4 роки тому +2

    Wow. Another absolutely amazing repair job. Can’t even see the cracks anymore and the finish turned out as close to perfect as possible. Great stuff!

  • @butchlauer
    @butchlauer 4 роки тому +19

    I broke my first SG in high school in the early 80's. I soon had my first stinger and a new respect for where I put my guitar down. Seeing you work is very therapeutic and to this day all of the gibsons go right back in their cases when not in use. 👍

  • @MaximilianBocek
    @MaximilianBocek 4 роки тому +2

    There are always a few gems in any of your videos. This one was more special because not only did we get a headstock repair, we got a footstock repair with the plastic princess. Gibson headstock question? I have a '63 Melody Maker that's had its head off twice, so I'm receptive to your notion.

  • @MrMinecrafter720
    @MrMinecrafter720 4 роки тому +1

    That is quite possibly the most beautiful headstock repair I've ever seen

  • @z6nestudio
    @z6nestudio 3 роки тому +1

    My 1989 '61 reissue SG fell down a flight of stairs at a club in it's case. It's my favorite guitar I've ever owned. I was so scared that I didn't open the case to look at it until the next morning, because I was certain I'd have a break. I really lucked out and all was good. I know how lucky I was.
    This was a great repair you did here. Very clean work.

  • @arthurkurtz2448
    @arthurkurtz2448 4 роки тому

    I am no kid, and the repair was astonishing, but I really enjoyed your description of the post-repair finish as fugitive. I had never before encountered that second meaning of the word.

  • @davidthebiker2955
    @davidthebiker2955 4 роки тому +14

    I wish I could give more thumbs up than just one. Your care, knowledge, and instinct are truly inspiring. Great work my friend and thank you.

  • @gasparsancoche3049
    @gasparsancoche3049 4 роки тому +2

    I am neither a guitarist nor a guitar maker but I enjoy watching your videos in these tough times; I find them relaxing. I appreciate your skills but also your humor and the fact that you are very articulate, smart, and explain things thoroughly.

  • @vitruvianstickman2040
    @vitruvianstickman2040 4 роки тому +1

    I'm not a Luthier nor do I play, but I do appreciate a person how cares enough about their craft to always do the best job they can. The job you did was awesome. I also had a good chuckle at your talking headstock gag. Great video. Cheers to you sir.

  • @one1gretsch
    @one1gretsch 4 роки тому +1

    This was an excellent demonstration of how it can be done. Can be, as in with or without the splines.
    Your explanation of why you chose that option, made sense. It would hold up,
    and be more than strong enough without the extra effort, but you have a gentleman's touch to your work.

  • @oletrenner
    @oletrenner 4 роки тому +1

    Amazing work, thanks for sharing! The splines look just as if the manufacturer put them there to strengthen the area. Amazing!

  • @chrispatrick5715
    @chrispatrick5715 4 роки тому

    Awesome repair...it was a pleasure to watch. It's easy to gauge the care and professionalism that you put into this. You soothed this trauma.

  • @FloridaManMatty
    @FloridaManMatty 4 роки тому +2

    I love headstock repair videos. Especially when they’re done well. Yours, especially the Les Paul from a while back, are superb!

  • @gyrperegrine
    @gyrperegrine 4 роки тому

    This is the best headstock repair I have ever seen! I almost want to intentionally break mine, just to get it over with. Especially if you are doing the repair. Thanks. I’m a new fan, learning what I can from , what, 6 other people now who I respect on UA-cam? Beauty

  • @WJSpies
    @WJSpies 4 роки тому

    Marvelous repair work.. head & shoulders above what else I've endured to watch lately, you're a master at your draft, thanks.

  • @ljgaines8170
    @ljgaines8170 3 роки тому +1

    I really dig your Channel especially when you do the repair on the headstocks it's amazing how great they look

  • @1981FlyingV
    @1981FlyingV Рік тому

    Sir. You are an amazing repairman. I do some building and repair work, and I have learned a lot of valuable information from your videos. Thanks for the videos!

  • @adrianwarner8686
    @adrianwarner8686 4 роки тому +1

    This came up on my feed as I watch all kinds of random things. Absolutely fascinating to see, beautiful repair job Sir.

  • @backtorealitybraden5725
    @backtorealitybraden5725 4 роки тому +2

    Man I’ve been trying a 2003 LPS Tv yellow double cut with a headstock repair. One of the best jobs I’ve ever seen yet so many think that it merits an 80% price cut.

  • @dalgguitars
    @dalgguitars 4 роки тому

    Yes. Absolutely. Please film every Gibson head stock fix. Thank you so much for your videos. True artist.

  • @milosbrezina7503
    @milosbrezina7503 3 роки тому

    I watched this video with a smile on my face, it was a really relaxing time and i enjoyed every second of it. You did a splendid job fixing that broken neck. Its obvious that you love what you are doing and you do it with passion. Thats so amazing to watch.
    Best regards from Slovakia

  • @JesusROCKS365247
    @JesusROCKS365247 4 роки тому

    Thank you for your videos. I would never attempt the repairs you are doing, but I sure do enjoy learning from you and watching the amazing work you do.

  • @mightyluv
    @mightyluv 4 роки тому +2

    “Be mindful of what you’re doing.” It’s a quote worth framing and hanging in any shop.

  • @joesantamaria5874
    @joesantamaria5874 4 роки тому +2

    I’m among the folks who do enjoy a good Gibson headstock repair! I have a friend who doesn’t play, but will be starting lessons soon as part of physical therapy because of an accident. I loaned her my Tele, and when she expressed concern about breaking an expensive instrument. I just laughed and reassured her. Threw it in a gig bag, and off it went.

  • @mr.meathead8840
    @mr.meathead8840 4 роки тому

    Excellent quality repair job. The customer should be very happy with the way that turned out. 10/10 for sure.

  • @brucechumley9195
    @brucechumley9195 4 роки тому

    I think I've watched all of your uploaded headstock repairs, Ted, but I learn something from each one. Thanks again. Really looking forward to the multi-part repair.

  • @jean-marcderaeve5048
    @jean-marcderaeve5048 4 роки тому

    I am lucky to be living in a small country town on lac Megantic and can get out in the woods for a walk but I still find myself in my very little guitar building shop most of the winter. Love all the wonderful info in your video's. Thank you! Happy Easter.

  • @walterhambrick8705
    @walterhambrick8705 3 роки тому

    Thank you for sharing. You are a master at your craft. You do a very good narration of explaining your thought process. Have a nice day.

  • @Remco96187
    @Remco96187 4 роки тому +1

    You sir, are a true artist. I totally admire your work. Cheers from Belgium!

  • @garytardiff7484
    @garytardiff7484 4 роки тому

    Fantastic craftsmanship! I was blessed to find you during this dang quarantine as I've been binging on all your incredible posts! They're so great that even my wife has enjoyed watching a couple of them!!

  • @my2cents370
    @my2cents370 4 роки тому +1

    GREAT job! You have a great skill there. Seems like a big calling for this kind of repair. Could have used you few years ago. Actually purchased an EPI RED DOT with headstock pre-broken. Call me nuts, but took a major chance because the rest of the guitar was, and still is perfect. Also, bought it ON LINE!! You all can call me what you want, but to this day, I gots me a beautiful looking and playing RED DOT that was only glued backed together, no other supports. Not real sure what he used but holding together 3-4years now to the day! Let's just say miracles can happen occasionally. Lucky leap of faith!! True story, no lie.

  • @melvined
    @melvined 2 роки тому

    that's beautiful work! i referred your channel to a friend that works in the paint dept at the Gibson factory in Nashville. he loves it!

  • @FloridaManMatty
    @FloridaManMatty 4 роки тому +1

    I just retired from Fire/Rescue after 25 years on the job. I want to be Todd Woodford when I grow up. Seriously man, you bring a whole new meant good to the word “artisan”.

  • @SkyscraperGuitars
    @SkyscraperGuitars 4 роки тому

    I always enjoy following your repairs.

  • @Iam_Dunn
    @Iam_Dunn 4 роки тому +10

    “I’ve got a candle, and I’ve got a spoon. I heat up the hide glue, to make it more smooth. Inject in the headstock, then clamp and you’re good....” - Sung to the tune of Shinedown’s Save Me. ... :)

    • @ZaneDalton
      @ZaneDalton 4 роки тому +2

      😂 That Gibson was probably singing “somebody save meeee...” before this repair.

  • @NHfiddle
    @NHfiddle 2 роки тому

    See? Another fabulous job. I don't know the history of the 61 or the custom but now that they're repaired they'll take special care of these two like keeping them in their cases if any. Love your work, Mr. Ted...

  • @walterw2
    @walterw2 4 роки тому +6

    lovely as always!
    i'm put in mind of an aesthetic i've read that the violin guys go by, the "honest repair". they fix the cracks, put in the cleats or spliced-in wood or whatever and *don't* try to blend it or hide it, they leave the fix visible and just call it part of the instrument's story.
    i guess when said instrument is 200 years old you just have to give up worrying about whether it looks "original" or not.

  • @joaodanieldemello2137
    @joaodanieldemello2137 2 роки тому

    I watch every headstock repair. Very stoic experience.

  • @CaptainRon1913
    @CaptainRon1913 4 роки тому

    Thanks, nice of you to let us sit in your shop to watch

  • @robertrosenfield405
    @robertrosenfield405 4 роки тому

    This was a great video. Truly understood the clear lacquer underneath to allow blending back the red. Really top notch!

  • @SmiTTyy-sh8nc
    @SmiTTyy-sh8nc 4 роки тому

    I'll say it again, it's such a pleasure to watch a Master Craftsman !!! And the step by step breakdown explanation make for a excellent video. Thanks for sharing your knowledge. 👍

  • @anthonycongiano8890
    @anthonycongiano8890 4 роки тому

    Fantastic craftsmanship! Excellent and well done! Thanks for this!

  • @unisonosc1617
    @unisonosc1617 2 роки тому

    You really have mastered your craft. Another incredible repair!

  • @jackpijjin4088
    @jackpijjin4088 4 місяці тому

    I mentioned the broken headstock thing to my dad in passing- and he stopped me and said "Yeah, mine did that."
    He had a Gibson Sonex back in the 80s. Only had it for a few months, took a neck-dive, headstock broke clean off. He got it repaired but eventually had to sell it for... some reason, but it just amazed me that even HE had this happen to him.

  • @matthewhubbert8588
    @matthewhubbert8588 4 роки тому

    Thank you again for your time, education and sharing.
    You are one of my heroes...from New Zealand

  • @leon_mnl
    @leon_mnl 4 роки тому

    the splines actually look kinda cool , like there intended to be there , you video has a calming effect,just a craftsman showing and explaining what he does..

  • @nicholasmanupella3475
    @nicholasmanupella3475 4 роки тому

    Your craftsmanship is second to none.

  • @GNARBikeParkCumbriaUK
    @GNARBikeParkCumbriaUK 4 роки тому

    That worked out brilliantly!! Perfect repair. I've only had one go at headstock splines on a Les Paul. I'm guessing that was like your 100th time of doing that because there's NO way I was able to work as quickly as you were in the video. Respect from the UK!

  • @lyndamcardle4123
    @lyndamcardle4123 4 роки тому +2

    To quote the late UK comedian Eric Morecambe, "you can see the join" - making fun of his toupee or not toupee - that's irrelevant...what's more important is that the splines have strengthened the neck/headstock for the next owner so that he - or she - can buy with confidence .....which is how Mr. Woodford explained his reasoning for doing what he did. Excellent vignette.

  • @grundunterrecording4197
    @grundunterrecording4197 2 роки тому

    The editing on the glue up gets me every time. Fantastic!

  • @holgerblaschek5705
    @holgerblaschek5705 4 роки тому

    Yes, you are right, I for one love watching the headstock repairs and the acoustic guitar repairs where you take of either the rear or the back. But I keep watching your channel especially because it is done by an amazing craftsman! Thank you for posting your videos, stay save.

  • @johns7483
    @johns7483 3 роки тому

    I watch necking videos all the time, no pun, and you can never show me too many of these fixes as each and everyone is different and require thinking and ingenuity. you are good at what you do and I learn from that. I fix them too and build the odd guitar and fix or alter old ones. I've already learned a shipload of methods from you, and stuff I hadn't done so far. You even have a sense of hoomer, thanks for sharing your experiences.., no I am not a Luthier technically, but I've been at it for close to 50 years on my own guitars, banjos and fiddles, including other's guitars, and there is always more to put up with and more to learn. Thanks a heap, Ima watching, John.

  • @MFPick
    @MFPick 4 роки тому

    Watching your videos never gets old.

  • @abrahamgroves5887
    @abrahamgroves5887 4 роки тому

    My SG1, Debbie, has had a headstock repair but not quite at this level of painstaking care. Nice job.

  • @docdoc
    @docdoc 4 роки тому

    Life is always better on a day you put out a video! thanks for sharing!

  • @donaldfisher8556
    @donaldfisher8556 4 роки тому

    Very nice and yes we really enjoyed watching every repair. Thank you so much.

  • @petedazer3381
    @petedazer3381 3 роки тому

    Watched you do this before, but it’s still pretty cool, and definitely worth watching! Beautiful work!

  • @grene1955
    @grene1955 4 роки тому +1

    "No trick to it", he says... then shows you the tricks... Awesome work as usual!

  • @jts3339
    @jts3339 4 роки тому

    Another nice professional job to be proud of. I purchased a black LP Custom with a headstock repair that was so well hidden I didn’t discover it until it broke the second time around the splines (maple) and there wasn’t enough wood left to get a good repair. I made a complete new neck and located a headstock veneer on eBay to complete the job. I would have enjoyed your method a lot more but you have to work with what you have.

  • @michaelinglis8516
    @michaelinglis8516 2 роки тому

    Holy crap how did I miss this gem when it first came out?!? Lol that requiem for a dream bit made my day! Such great videos, im very grateful to have them to learn from and enjoy. This is also very likely my favorite headstock repair refinishing/touch up I've seen you or anyone else do. It came out really great especially considering the difficultly matching the color and it looked right in multiple shots under varied lighting. On the tele I built the neck looked great for a few months but now in some lighting I can see where the grain filler dye (mahogany neck, maple board, timbermate grain filler on the mahogany) isnt as even in some places. The timbermate worked great but I think I could have done a better job sanding it back in those areas that are now overly saturated in certain light. It's just weird it didnt show for a few months lol.

  • @braderrick
    @braderrick 4 роки тому +1

    Man you’re so good at this. I’ve never broken a Gibson headstock (yet) but I don’t fear it as bad knowing there are people like you in the world that do such good work repairing them! Haha. I may send my Gibson’s to ya to go ahead and put the splines in as a precaution right now haha.

  • @chuckquinn8026
    @chuckquinn8026 4 роки тому +1

    There’s just no one else like you! You sir are a master craftsman!

  • @gfunkmusic6836
    @gfunkmusic6836 4 роки тому

    I love watching these repairs, just incredible craftsmanship!

  • @alanpachter
    @alanpachter 4 роки тому

    I’ve watched 2 of your videos and I can’t wait to watch more. Splines are the next repair I’ll be doing in my repair shop, so I’m getting educated before I practice on junk guitars. Thank you so much!

  • @tonyaguilar4627
    @tonyaguilar4627 4 роки тому

    It's a pleasure to watch this luthier work.

  • @grooooved
    @grooooved 4 роки тому

    Much thanks and appreciation to you for posting more details and more frequently! I'd watch every second of even any realtime repair you post! Discovering your postings here compared to other luthiery vids is reminiscent of when I discovered FF's at frets.com yearrrrs ago compared to what else was/is available.
    Thanks again!

  • @steveroberts
    @steveroberts 4 роки тому

    I love watching you work. Thank you

  • @ClarenceCochran-ne7du
    @ClarenceCochran-ne7du 7 місяців тому

    I've done a few Headstock Repairs, but never with your method. Next time I get one in I'm going to give that a try.

  • @JC-11111
    @JC-11111 4 роки тому +1

    You're the best, Ted! Thank you for sharing your passion with us! The stuff I've learned is invaluable. 😎👍

  • @RobYoungband
    @RobYoungband 2 роки тому

    haha I lost it in the requiem for a dream scene. amazing repair as always Ted!

  • @robertrosenfield405
    @robertrosenfield405 4 роки тому

    Masterful blend back on the color

  • @f1s2hg3
    @f1s2hg3 3 роки тому

    Great technique for the headstock repairs and your repairs are better than the original Gibson headstock

  • @mrjehupitchfork
    @mrjehupitchfork 4 роки тому

    A fantastic repair that made the guitar better.

  • @JimBischoff1184
    @JimBischoff1184 2 роки тому +1

    I had a ‘94 Gibson Les Paul Standard that I had accidentally submitted to this dreaded fate !😮 I was wondering what all might have been involved in the repair ! Mine turned out amazing ; you had to look very , very closely to see what had happened ! Mine was a cherry sunburst finish .

  • @blackmorewolf
    @blackmorewolf 4 роки тому

    What a beautiful restoration, congratulations

  • @doovie101
    @doovie101 4 роки тому

    Thanks for the videos. I love them. They certainly make quarantining better. Please take care and be well!

  • @boydbc
    @boydbc 4 роки тому

    The googly eyes were a nice touch. Thanks for continuing to post videos. Great video as usual.

  • @micromobile1
    @micromobile1 4 роки тому

    Beautiful work.Always look forward to your informative videos. Love your articulation.

  • @hackerguitar
    @hackerguitar 4 роки тому

    Nice repair, ver precise and clean.
    I think I had the only SG - I still remember the serial number, long gone (stolen, alas, more than thirty years ago) - that fell forward and DIDN’T break at the headstock - the neck came out of the body.
    Had it fixed, and of course it disappeared shortly thereafter.....

  • @csnelling4
    @csnelling4 4 роки тому

    Fantastic craftsmanship ,thanks for the video 👍🇬🇧

  • @TheGeniuschrist
    @TheGeniuschrist 3 роки тому

    I don't care at all about electric guitars, but watching these neck repairs is wildly satisfying.

  • @madmikemike
    @madmikemike 4 роки тому

    Amazing attention and care to detail. You are awesome sir. Ty for sharing

  • @jhalvor5438
    @jhalvor5438 4 роки тому +1

    That glue sequence tho! A+

  • @mrfrontranger7911
    @mrfrontranger7911 4 роки тому

    always great to see other luthiers methods. and you have a great way of explaining the process. thanks

  • @oneawakenedsoul
    @oneawakenedsoul 4 роки тому

    Thanks "T" for another well done and eloquently narrated feature. I really like watching you do your magic!

  • @Pyrohawk
    @Pyrohawk 2 роки тому

    14:20 ish; "there's no trick to it..."
    *Proceeds to immediately give a great tip about relief cuts...*
    Thanks for making these awesome videos man. I really appreciate you sharing the knowledge :)