This is amazing I want one! I almost feel like you could do away with the tuning knobs for most backpackers and count on them having a tool to do the job.
I used your video and made my own backpack guitar. Thanks for adding this video (and answering my earlier question). I referred back to your video several times. It was a fun project.
I absolutely love this idea and am now obsessed with trying to make my own. Sadly, I don't have the fancy tools and it won't turn out nearly as good, but I can only hope it will turn out well☺ thanks man!
You are about 2 RCH away from having a terrific little business. A world-wide market already begging you to make and sell these! Could be the next Leo Fender ?!?
Nice. The bridge is the only thing I'd change, probably putting a resonator in the body, even a plywood box with the bridge on spring steel attached to the resonator/ soundbox, or go electric!
I was trying to learn my name is jonas on my guitar and took a break and saw this in my recommended only to hear it at the end, what a coincidence lol!
this is really sweet, I was wondering if you had a microphone placed near by or if it is actually just the mic from the camera picking it up? it sounds very nice either way, I think I'm gonna try to build something like this soon and make some tweaks to your design maybe, I was wondering on types of wood that would make a good end result though, thanks for the video
I used a lapel mic to record the sound. It was clipped onto my shirt. Make sure that you use a stable piece of hardwood. I used walnut. Maple or mahogany are also good choices.
I'd like to know how the hell you got so much sound out of that little guitar. Sounds like it's plugged in to a super high end pick up or something. Let us know if you start selling them. If you could make one with 22 frets, it would be great.
It would make a fantastic lap steel with the bridge and zero fret raised appropriately. Looking at your web site I'm surprised you have made one of those yet. Or did I just miss it? I love the stuff you've done man, thanks for sharing.
+Lafan Hasan I wish I had time to make more instruments to sell. But with a full time job and 4 children, I mostly just have time to experiment with different designs.
+Lafan Hasan The Traveler Guitar ultra-light is a good factory made one. www.amazon.com/Traveler-Guitar-Ultra-Light-Acoustic-Electric-Travel/dp/B01CEA717S?th=1&psc=1
I used a couple pieces of angled aluminum to make the bridge. The aluminum piece on the top has one of the legs cut almost all of the way off. That allows the strings to pass over.
how did you fabricate the bridge from pieces? With a brazing rod? if so can you do a tutorial? Building a strumstick from your modified plans atm! much appreciation from the UK!
Great tutorial! In the instructions, it says 22" scale length. Is this from bridge to bridge or the length of the wood total? I wasn't quite sure where the strings cut off on the template. Thanks!
I’ve only made one do far. And this one now belongs to a friend. But the Traveler Guitar Ultra-Light has similarities. travelerguitar.com/products/ultra-light-electric-maple
Muchas gracias por tu respuesta. Si, miraré las medidas por que es bastante pequeña pero la sigo viendo un poco larga para equipaje de mano, si fuesen 10 centímetros menos sería perfecta. Seguiré buscando. Gracias 😉
VERY GOOD job! 👍👍👍 Thanks a lot for sharing it. 🙏🙏🙏 Just a question: why the tuning keys oriented with the knobs at the front? Aren't they disturbing your strumming?
Thanks for checking out the video. For this style of guitar, it is uncomfortable to strum near the bridge. I naturally strum away from the bridge so the tuners are not in the way at all. But if you strum near the bridge, it might be a problem.
Something I realized as I started to build my instruments is that it’s easier to build a flat fretboard instead of a radiused fretboard. Do you feel comfortable with a flat fretboard?
I think that the flat fretboards are comfortable. They are the norm for classical guitars. For DIY makers, radiuses fretboards either take elaborate tools or a ton of effort.
+Cody Pugh Unless you are strumming really close to the end, it isn't a problem. With the tiny size, it's fairly an awkward position to strum that close to the bridge.
What is the purpose of the angled piece of aluminum used to make the bridge? If the upper piece screws into the body, is it just a resting point for the rollers? Thanks!
Very, very cool.... question... being you are using steel strings.... why not use a conventional pickup? It has to be more powerful than that piezoelectric ... and... how to you get the proper string height without a nut at the top???? Excellent job - and you're a great player too.
Thanks for checking out this video. I made this one for someone going on a long hike. So we opted not to have any pickup. But a magnetic pickup would work well for this type of guitar. I use a larger piece of fretwire for the zero fret nut, so I give the strings a little more clearence while still keeping the action low.
I see you have no truss rod in the neck, does this cause a problem or is it ok as the walnut is strong, Also did you radius the fretboard at all, I to am thinking of making a version of this guitar with a tune-o-matic bridge and a pickup, lovey design, thanks Marcus
With a solid piece of a good hardwood, and the shorter scale, you can make it without a truss rod. I just made it with a flat fretboard. Classical guitar style. Good luck with your project!
Hey, thank you for the reply, Fair enough I know classical guitars dont have truss rods but I thought this was due to lower tension strings, I might be using some softer wood due to the nice colour of it, so perhaps i might need to go with a truss rod , thanks Marcus
How was the scale length determined? Everyone says measure from nut to middle of 12th fret and multiply by 2, but how do you get that measurement when the 12th fret isnt installed?
Are you planning on releasing a printable plan like you did for your ukulele? If not, how do I find out where each fret goes and the distance for the nut/0-fret and the bridge? Thank you, your work is a true inspiration to me
I'm not sure if I'll be able to make a printable template. I don't have the drafting software to do so. But I can probably post the fret template and dimensions for the body.
Hello! So it seems that whenever I try to wind the strings, they pop. I have popped 4 strings trying to wind the thing, do you have a possible reason this could be happening, and how I could fix it? Thanks!
CircuitsAndStrings I used steel strings, but the turnaround I made ended up just an aluminum tube. Should I figure out how to make individual ones with another material?
you could probably make good money if you make a company with these its genius!
Not everything is for monetization
@@isetta4083 it’s just a suggestion my dude
I envy your tools, your skill and most of all, your inventiveness, determination and patience.
+theo9952 Thanks a lot. I've slowly built up my tools and skills...and the other stuff too. :)
I love the inset compass, nice touch 👍
Thanks! :)
This is amazing I want one! I almost feel like you could do away with the tuning knobs for most backpackers and count on them having a tool to do the job.
What a piece of creative workmanship! Thanks for sharing.
Thanks for watching!
Great job good design. You are blessed with skill and a place to work. 🙂
Thanks for checking out my project. 😊
Thats awesome!!!
Deep respect from RF
Such an inspiration, I've started the build of my travel Uke, and I'm so keen to try this after... Thanks so much for sharing.
+Iconiq awesome. Good luck with your project. :)
Why not just add two more tuning knobs and 2 more strings to your travel ukulele. Then you'll have your travel guitar..
I used your video and made my own backpack guitar. Thanks for adding this video (and answering my earlier question). I referred back to your video several times. It was a fun project.
Cool. I’m glad you were able to make one. Can I see a picture of it?
CircuitsAndStrings I am trying to make a short video. Should be done soon.
@@joshuaschindlbeck6985 where is it? I just checked your channel
Great sound! Wow. Amazing work.
Thanks for watching!
wasn't expecting to hear weezer :D
nice work
+watermelon345 Thanks for watching. =w=
Awesome work! Really enjoyed this.
Maybe think about turning the tuners the other way with the knobs towards your stomach so you a better area for strumming. Just a thought.
i would love to have this backpacker guitar...so damn cool design 😵
The compass idea is beautiful. I need this so bad
Thanks for watching!
This sounded better than the ones i seen for sale. This is the sound i was looking for. Now only if i had the knowledge/skill/tools/money. 😂
I absolutely love this idea and am now obsessed with trying to make my own. Sadly, I don't have the fancy tools and it won't turn out nearly as good, but I can only hope it will turn out well☺ thanks man!
I’m glad that you like it. Good luck on the project. 😊👍
@@CircuitsAndStrings Great work sir
I love it! You have made a billion backpacker/travel ukuleles, but this is a bit different because it’s a guitar, not a ukulele. Cool instrument!
thanks for all you've shown us
Thank you for watching. More project videos coming soon.
Underrated comment 👏
you gave me an idea. I'm going to follow this video for make a backpacker guitar twelve string ;) tanks
A 12 string guitar sounds like a fun project. :)
Every guitarist dream 👆😍
Well done as usual. Thank you.
You are about 2 RCH away from having a terrific little business.
A world-wide market already begging you to make and sell these! Could be the next Leo Fender ?!?
Hello I'm a Belgian viewer and I'd like to know which type of wood do you use ?
+Simon Istace All of the wood is walnut.
You earned a sub! Looking forward to see more projects like this! :P
+Catoon Thanks for watching.
incredible stuff!!
Nice. The bridge is the only thing I'd change, probably putting a resonator in the body, even a plywood box with the bridge on spring steel attached to the resonator/ soundbox, or go electric!
fantastic designing ❤
great job.... well done
+David Jones Thanks for checking out my video. 🎸
It sounds very resonant! If you could make it into a full sized dreadnought guitar, I'm 1000% sure that it would have a big, beautiful sound!
Awesome job mate
Amazingggg
Great job
You re talented brother!!!
Thanks for watching!
Well done. Congratulations.
It would be cool if you made an eight-string soprano ukulele backpacker. A double string ukulele. ;)
+Miguitarra-tutoriales That is a good idea.
Would be more of a mandolin then
Yuri Danylko you're right
stunning want one
Sounds very good.
Que belo trabalho !! Obrigado por compartilhar !! Abraços do Brasil !!
+Rosalvo Paradella Obrigado por assistir!
CircuitsAndStrings Qual o tipo de madeira utilizada ?
Seriouly awesome work..
👌👌👍🙂
+Varsha venture Thanks! :)
Do you have a problem with me build an electric version of this lovely little guitar? It's such a nice build great work.
Go for it. I’d love to see what you build. 🙂
That wpuld kinda mess with the whole Anywhere design...Ah screw it I want it too
“My name is Jonas...”
=w=
Very impressive!
Awesome! I want one!
I was trying to learn my name is jonas on my guitar and took a break and saw this in my recommended only to hear it at the end, what a coincidence lol!
+XDLe4tsG0XD serendipity. :)
You make some really cool stuff!!! New sub
+Nedyah52421 Thanks. Welcome. I have a lot of fun videos coming over the next few months.
Hello! Sorry, you do not have the templates for the backpaker guitar??
+Miguel Angel Martinez I haven't posted anything on my blog yet. What questions do you have about it?
I need the measurements of the frets of the diapason please if it is not much annoyance
Rip.
circuitsandstrings.wordpress.com/2017/09/12/backpacker-guitar/
Very cool !
With such a short scale isn't the distance between frets supposed to be much narrower ?
+Bellerophon Music The frets are in the right places. This is only a little shorter scale than a normal guitar.
What about a double neck backpacker guitar?
I like smallest travel guitar. Which model do you recommend?
Take a look at the Traveler Guitar Ultralight series.
travelerguitar.com/pages/ultra-light-series
Was so close to getting one
Ah, beautiful
Thanks for watching.
this is really sweet, I was wondering if you had a microphone placed near by or if it is actually just the mic from the camera picking it up? it sounds very nice either way, I think I'm gonna try to build something like this soon and make some tweaks to your design maybe, I was wondering on types of wood that would make a good end result though, thanks for the video
I used a lapel mic to record the sound. It was clipped onto my shirt.
Make sure that you use a stable piece of hardwood. I used walnut. Maple or mahogany are also good choices.
I don't find the page in you website, where I can find the project?
circuitsandstrings.wordpress.com/2017/09/12/backpacker-guitar/
0:41 what is the name of this yellow piece you use as reference to cut the frets? I can't find this to buy...
It’s a plastic miter box.
Oh My God!
I want 100 of this
I'd like to know how the hell you got so much sound out of that little guitar. Sounds like it's plugged in to a super high end pick up or something. Let us know if you start selling them. If you could make one with 22 frets, it would be great.
Good job!!
Hi. I was checking all your videos and is fantastic al your work! I have a question, can i use nylon strings in this model?
Nylon strings would work too. The main thing to do is make sure the turnaround rolls nicely to reduce friction.
It would make a fantastic lap steel with the bridge and zero fret raised appropriately.
Looking at your web site I'm surprised you have made one of those yet. Or did I just miss it?
I love the stuff you've done man, thanks for sharing.
I’ve made a 4 string lap steel with an old metal tin. But this style would also make a cool lap steel. Maybe I’ll make one someday...
What is that Yellow plastic implement you used to make the saw blade cut strait when making the fretboard?
It's a miter box. It's made to do right angle cuts.
Alright thank you, I'm making my own Bass and Guitar soon!
I love the guitar twelve string
Now I want this in 24.9 scale length
Would you ever think of making a business selling these if so, what would you price this one?
+Lafan Hasan I wish I had time to make more instruments to sell. But with a full time job and 4 children, I mostly just have time to experiment with different designs.
+Lafan Hasan The Traveler Guitar ultra-light is a good factory made one.
www.amazon.com/Traveler-Guitar-Ultra-Light-Acoustic-Electric-Travel/dp/B01CEA717S?th=1&psc=1
Could you make an electric acoustic one for me??
Hi, i want to make this project but i have one question: Did you use amp to play this guitar or it play without amp?
I played it without an amp. It does not have a pickup.
Ok, thank you for anwser ☺
0:39 What saw did you use to cut the fret slot? This is the only tool that hinders me from proceeding this project. Please help Thanksss!!!
I used this fret saw from StewMac.
www.stewmac.com/luthier-tools-and-supplies/types-of-tools/saws/fret-saw.html
I Want one!!!😍
Can u use just a normal sadlle instead of 2mm bass wire?
If you want, you could make a normal nut for it.
Dear Guy, veri good job! I want try to do It. Do you have a tutorial for the bridge? Is alluminium? Thanks you. Best regards
I used a couple pieces of angled aluminum to make the bridge. The aluminum piece on the top has one of the legs cut almost all of the way off. That allows the strings to pass over.
how did you fabricate the bridge from pieces? With a brazing rod? if so can you do a tutorial?
Building a strumstick from your modified plans atm! much appreciation from the UK!
Good luck on your strumstick project!I just epoxied the two aluminum pieces together. If I had a way to weld it, I would have tried that.
Great tutorial! In the instructions, it says 22" scale length. Is this from bridge to bridge or the length of the wood total? I wasn't quite sure where the strings cut off on the template. Thanks!
It’s 22 inches from zero fret nut to bridge. The wood is 24 inches long.
Thanks!
thats so cool
do the tuner heads on the bottom get in the way while strumming?
+George McKinney not for me. With this short scale, it would be uncomfortable playing that close to the bridge.
Hello, can I buy one of this awesome guitar? Thank you
I’ve only made one do far. And this one now belongs to a friend.
But the Traveler Guitar Ultra-Light has similarities.
travelerguitar.com/products/ultra-light-electric-maple
Muchas gracias por tu respuesta. Si, miraré las medidas por que es bastante pequeña pero la sigo viendo un poco larga para equipaje de mano, si fuesen 10 centímetros menos sería perfecta. Seguiré buscando. Gracias 😉
I hope that you can find a solution that works for you.
VERY COOL
VERY GOOD job! 👍👍👍
Thanks a lot for sharing it. 🙏🙏🙏
Just a question: why the tuning keys oriented with the knobs at the front?
Aren't they disturbing your strumming?
Thanks for checking out the video.
For this style of guitar, it is uncomfortable to strum near the bridge. I naturally strum away from the bridge so the tuners are not in the way at all.
But if you strum near the bridge, it might be a problem.
Sorry if I missed this in previous comments but wondering what tools you used to shape the back of the neck. Draw knives and rasps? Thanks. Nice job.
I used a microplane rasp and spokeshave to rough out the neck. Then a belt sander and random orbital sander to clean it up
Something I realized as I started to build my instruments is that it’s easier to build a flat fretboard instead of a radiused fretboard. Do you feel comfortable with a flat fretboard?
I think that the flat fretboards are comfortable. They are the norm for classical guitars. For DIY makers, radiuses fretboards either take elaborate tools or a ton of effort.
I wanna buy this!!!
do those tuner pegs get in the way of strumming and picking? love the workmanship :)
+Cody Pugh Unless you are strumming really close to the end, it isn't a problem. With the tiny size, it's fairly an awkward position to strum that close to the bridge.
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What is the purpose of the angled piece of aluminum used to make the bridge? If the upper piece screws into the body, is it just a resting point for the rollers? Thanks!
The angled aluminum on the bottom of the bridge is just to provide support. I could have used steel for the bridge and eliminate the need for support.
Okay, I understand now. Thank you! You did a great job with the design of this guitar, I'm excited to give building it a try one of these days.
Nice. All it needs is a nice pickup.
i want one !!
Very, very cool.... question... being you are using steel strings.... why not use a conventional pickup? It has to be more powerful than that piezoelectric ... and... how to you get the proper string height without a nut at the top???? Excellent job - and you're a great player too.
Thanks for checking out this video.
I made this one for someone going on a long hike. So we opted not to have any pickup. But a magnetic pickup would work well for this type of guitar.
I use a larger piece of fretwire for the zero fret nut, so I give the strings a little more clearence while still keeping the action low.
i wanna buy one
Can I buy one from you?
I only made one of these. And right now it's on the Pacific Crest Trail.
im about to build one. i can build two if you like.
The Narrator How much?
Could you add an electric guitar pick up and essentially make it a travel electric guitar?
Yep. Absolutely.
I see you have no truss rod in the neck, does this cause a problem or is it ok as the walnut is strong, Also did you radius the fretboard at all, I to am thinking of making a version of this guitar with a tune-o-matic bridge and a pickup, lovey design, thanks Marcus
With a solid piece of a good hardwood, and the shorter scale, you can make it without a truss rod. I just made it with a flat fretboard. Classical guitar style.
Good luck with your project!
Hey, thank you for the reply, Fair enough I know classical guitars dont have truss rods but I thought this was due to lower tension strings, I might be using some softer wood due to the nice colour of it, so perhaps i might need to go with a truss rod , thanks Marcus
How was the scale length determined? Everyone says measure from nut to middle of 12th fret and multiply by 2, but how do you get that measurement when the 12th fret isnt installed?
+Some Dude The scale length is the distance between the nut and bridge. The 12th fret is halfway between them.
CircuitsAndStrings Ah ok. Thanks for the reply :) have a nice day
would have still liked to see a radiused fretboard
Man you should sell those on Ebay, if they are at a decent price I would buy one.
Hello! What is the name of the tool you used to grind the neck?
I used a Microplane wood rasp and a spokeshave.
is the guitar loud? or dose it soundes like an electric guitar before you turn on the amp
It’s loud enough for practice. It doesn’t have a pickup, so it cannot plug into an amp.
I want to buy this.
Since it is a 22" scale length, what are the turnings for this instrument? Can you tune standard or do you need to go up 2 or 3 half steps?
+Darius Walker Even with the slightly shorter scale length, I can still tune it to standard guitar tuning.
Darius Walker I recommend heavier gauge
Are you planning on releasing a printable plan like you did for your ukulele? If not, how do I find out where each fret goes and the distance for the nut/0-fret and the bridge? Thank you, your work is a true inspiration to me
I'm not sure if I'll be able to make a printable template. I don't have the drafting software to do so. But I can probably post the fret template and dimensions for the body.
CircuitsAndStrings Great! Thank you very much
circuitsandstrings.wordpress.com/2017/09/12/backpacker-guitar/
CircuitsAndStrings thank you very much for your response
Nice project! How loud is it? Would it work for singing with vocals outdoor? :)
It's loud enough to play along and sing with yourself, but probably not for a group setting.
@@CircuitsAndStrings
I want to buy this guitar
Hello! So it seems that whenever I try to wind the strings, they pop. I have popped 4 strings trying to wind the thing, do you have a possible reason this could be happening, and how I could fix it? Thanks!
Are you using steel or nylon strings? I ended up making individual turnaround rollers for each string to cut down on friction. And used steel strings.
CircuitsAndStrings I used steel strings, but the turnaround I made ended up just an aluminum tube. Should I figure out how to make individual ones with another material?
Yes. I think you will need individual rollers for each string.
Wow, I love the idea! Can you actually buy a design like this somewhere?
Check out the Traveler Guitar Ultralight.
travelerguitar.com/products/ultra-light-acoustic