@@00vTv00 sides are for projection not tone. Laminates don’t matter what they are made of. Not for cost cutting either. It’s more expensive to laminate. Stiff sides project more.
@@schrammguitarsinteresting what about limited backs and tops. I always thought lamination in a classical guitar made it something “less” maybe more factory, with cheap cuts of wood. But then what is a “double top” if not lamination. 🤯.
Huge difference between the laminate shown in this video and the cheap factory ones. Look at all the world renown guitars that use double laminated sides. Friederich, Oribe, Ramirez, ...It isn't done for cost savings. It's more expensive and produces great results. Many advantages.@@TimEmmerton
Do you use different molds for laminates and sides? Thanks.
@@cory5774 yes. Same shape. Laminate half mold is wider. About 5-6” in width.
Hi David, Wondering what wood is used for the inner laminate, also, does the inner laminate affect the tone of the outer wood or visa versa?
@@00vTv00 sides are for projection not tone. Laminates don’t matter what they are made of. Not for cost cutting either. It’s more expensive to laminate. Stiff sides project more.
@@schrammguitars Thanks David, good to know!
What is the thickness of each blade on one side? And how many blades in each laminate?
These are two piece laminates. Around 0.065-0.070" thick each.
@@schrammguitars Thank you for sharing
What are the advantages of laminated sides?
Better projection, clarity, focus, structurally more stable, ...
@@schrammguitarsinteresting what about limited backs and tops. I always thought lamination in a classical guitar made it something “less” maybe more factory, with cheap cuts of wood. But then what is a “double top” if not lamination. 🤯.
Thank you.
@@schrammguitars
Huge difference between the laminate shown in this video and the cheap factory ones. Look at all the world renown guitars that use double laminated sides. Friederich, Oribe, Ramirez, ...It isn't done for cost savings. It's more expensive and produces great results. Many advantages.@@TimEmmerton
Nice video, looks like you are getting excellent results with your process. I am curious, what glue are you using?