I’ve been obsessed with all the driftwood videos for the past two weeks. I’ve watched this series in its entirety 3 times through now. Can wait for the next one. Thanks so much to Chris and Matt for all they do for the community. I’m just getting started as a guitar tech/luthier, and have already learned a lot just from this channel. I’ve followed Stewmac for years but just discovered this channel and am super stoked to see everything you have to offer. Also I’ve started saving up for my own driftwood acoustic one day.
I love these kind of videos because it shows you that guitars aren’t as fragile as you think. They can take a beating and are made to be played and used.
My excitement level for this guitar to be finished is quite palpable. This series (and the channel in general) has been as hugely inspirational as much as entertaining and informative. I’m going to the Galloup school in March and I couldn’t be more excited. Thank you, Chris and Matt for all your efforts (even if the frequency of videos have tapered off over time lol).
The sound coming from the guitar body as you are polishing sounds like Chewbacca! Otherwise, love that this series is finally coming to an end! It's taught me a lot over the past 2 years!
Superb work. I always pick up something even if it's just review reminders. Some build steps come with anxiety. Your work provides confirmation all the time. Thanks guys.
Thanks for the video. I used to wet sand in a similar way until about 18 years ago when I switched to ( DRY ) sanding with 3M 216U or Carborundum Red. Much, much less work - perfect results. Just 800 grit almost flat then 1200 grit flat then right to the buffer. Two buffing compounds then swirl remover by hand and end up with a perfect pool of water look gloss.
Looks great! I’m a Autobody painter and trust me the Frecla G360 compounds are much better than the 3M polishes. It was game changer when I switched over.
This is very helpful. I have been using Menzerna for years, but never used the wet compound on my buff, I looks very promising! Ordering the "perfect it" kit right now! Thanks!
Wow!! 3 years.....YEARS. It's a really interesting build but...3 YEARS!?! Even if I had the money for a custom build, I don't I have the patience to wait 3 YEARS. At this rate, I'll have to tell my grand-kids to check, every couple of years, to see if this thing ever gets finished. Seriously though, It's been very interesting, and I can't wait for the next steps.
That guitar is looking great! I’m very curious to know about the guitar sitting on the bench. Is that a D 28? Are you doing a neck reset or what’s the story?
hello there. thank you for the videos, I'm working with French polish for all my life but I wish to try some nitro is the future. about the compound of 3m you don't change the buffing wheel? you use the n1 2 and 3 with the same wheedle? thank you in advance
I have a question, I have a 1967 Gibson J200. My question is “ if the saddle is directly on the sound board would it be no difference in sound quality to change the string angle by slotting the string slots closer to the bridge? The way you showed on one of your episodes.
It looked like you used a dry bar compound to get rid of the scratches, on the left-hand wheel (from your side). Do you use all 3 of the 3M wet compounds on the same right-hand wheel or do you switch out the actual buffs? If you don't switch the buffs, how do you prepare the wheels when switching to the finer compounds? Do you just rake it? I thought the course compounds would muck up the finer ones. Thanks. Love your videos!!! I've only built electric guitars so far. One of these days I'll do an acoustic, after re-watching some of your videos...
Could you maybe do a guitar review of Furch Guitars? :) they are a really interesting company that voices the top (and back for higher end models) before putting the bracing on and to my and other people's ears this really gives them a very even and consistent sound. Maybe the Yellow Series for the review since it's what a lot of people buy.
I’ve been obsessed with all the driftwood videos for the past two weeks. I’ve watched this series in its entirety 3 times through now. Can wait for the next one. Thanks so much to Chris and Matt for all they do for the community. I’m just getting started as a guitar tech/luthier, and have already learned a lot just from this channel. I’ve followed Stewmac for years but just discovered this channel and am super stoked to see everything you have to offer. Also I’ve started saving up for my own driftwood acoustic one day.
This guy is the GOAT. I pounce on every new video in this series.
I love these kind of videos because it shows you that guitars aren’t as fragile as you think. They can take a beating and are made to be played and used.
My excitement level for this guitar to be finished is quite palpable. This series (and the channel in general) has been as hugely inspirational as much as entertaining and informative. I’m going to the Galloup school in March and I couldn’t be more excited. Thank you, Chris and Matt for all your efforts (even if the frequency of videos have tapered off over time lol).
The sound coming from the guitar body as you are polishing sounds like Chewbacca! Otherwise, love that this series is finally coming to an end! It's taught me a lot over the past 2 years!
Greatings from Poland!
Poland is great! Had such a great time when visiting Krakow a few years back. Also, your sandpaper is fantastic! ;)
Superb work. I always pick up something even if it's just review reminders. Some build steps come with anxiety. Your work provides confirmation all the time.
Thanks guys.
Thanks for the video. I used to wet sand in a similar way until about 18 years ago when I switched to ( DRY ) sanding with 3M 216U or Carborundum Red. Much, much less work - perfect results. Just 800 grit almost flat then 1200 grit flat then right to the buffer. Two buffing compounds then swirl remover by hand and end up with a perfect pool of water look gloss.
Great tip!
Agreed, I haven't wet sanded in years. Super Asilex.
Good god what a beautiful guitar.
That is going to be a gorgeous instrument! Great job and keep up the good work! Thanks for sharing
Looks great! I’m a Autobody painter and trust me the Frecla G360 compounds are much better than the 3M polishes. It was game changer when I switched over.
This is very helpful. I have been using Menzerna for years, but never used the wet compound on my buff, I looks very promising! Ordering the "perfect it" kit right now! Thanks!
All some work and it pays off in the finally Job thanks for your shows ps Gods blessings to you all and your family and friends
Wow!! 3 years.....YEARS. It's a really interesting build but...3 YEARS!?!
Even if I had the money for a custom build, I don't I have the patience to wait 3 YEARS.
At this rate, I'll have to tell my grand-kids to check, every couple of years, to see if this thing ever gets finished.
Seriously though, It's been very interesting, and I can't wait for the next steps.
Great!! Can’t wait to hear it!!❤❤🎉
Phenomenal body of work 😇👍👍👍
That guitar is looking great! I’m very curious to know about the guitar sitting on the bench. Is that a D 28? Are you doing a neck reset or what’s the story?
Babe wake up, there's a new driftwood guitars video
LOL
Great as always. 16K away. Come on y'all lets get them to 100k subs. They deserve this recognition.
“B.O. & Farts” would make a great guitar company name. I bet you could make a really pretty logo inlay with that name.
Great work awesome video
Can u build a guitar with Purple heart wood for fret-board or for binding
Klingspore paper vs 3M Qubitron? Thoughts? maybe a video on it?
hello there. thank you for the videos, I'm working with French polish for all my life but I wish to try some nitro is the future. about the compound of 3m you don't change the buffing wheel? you use the n1 2 and 3 with the same wheedle? thank you in advance
OMG perfection! 😮😊
I have a question, I have a 1967 Gibson J200. My question is “ if the saddle is directly on the sound board would it be no difference in sound quality to change the string angle by slotting the string slots closer to the bridge? The way you showed on one of your episodes.
The entire fan base bullying You to finish this project actually payed off 😅
Curious, how you would do an archtop/arch back? Thanks.
Braver man than I using the Rotex sander on that finish. I love the sander but man that would scare the crap out of me
It looked like you used a dry bar compound to get rid of the scratches, on the left-hand wheel (from your side). Do you use all 3 of the 3M wet compounds on the same right-hand wheel or do you switch out the actual buffs? If you don't switch the buffs, how do you prepare the wheels when switching to the finer compounds? Do you just rake it? I thought the course compounds would muck up the finer ones. Thanks. Love your videos!!! I've only built electric guitars so far. One of these days I'll do an acoustic, after re-watching some of your videos...
Great video. Quick question: do you use a separate buffing wheel for each of the 3m wet compounds or do use the same wheel?
What vernish can recomend tô classical guitar?
I wish someday I'll be able to get at least near a guitar like that one will come up to be
I rushed to watch this. ❤😂
Could you maybe do a guitar review of Furch Guitars? :) they are a really interesting company that voices the top (and back for higher end models) before putting the bracing on and to my and other people's ears this really gives them a very even and consistent sound. Maybe the Yellow Series for the review since it's what a lot of people buy.
Which interface pad for the Rotex when wet sanding, firm or soft?
How much would that guitar cost if you were to buy it?
What ever happened to the Woodstock stage build?
It’ll be done in 3 years.
Is that 15 coats counting a vinyl sealer? I'm finishing a couple guitars now and have 3 or 4 coats of sealer on them.
I dont use any sealers
I was wondering if you wash the buffing wheels once in a while?
Yes, every once in a while.
Chris how long do you leave the Lacquer to cure before attempting to sand ?
2 weeks minimum
@DriftwoodGuitars thanks man. Hey would spar urethane work?
It's Ep 41 but after 3 years who is counting
Is this the same guitar from years ago? I guess it will be a 4000 year old guitar when it is done.
More like 2999 year old guittd ais this tihng on 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂