I've been into the build from the start and this is a great way to "catch up" on all the action. I would highly recommend watching the entire build as it is an awesome show of luthier and woodworking skills. Gotta say, though, I will be grateful when this project is done and the finished product is displayed. GREAT JOB, BEN! Stay awesome and keep making sawdust!
The project is done and the guitar's been strung up and played (by Ben) in the latest video. The only thing missing is the final episode where a professional plays it.
@@Viremia Not picking at nits, but I believe Ben said "This is the last episode. Er, no it's not." Could just be my addled old brain. And yes, the guitar is finished...
I worked as a cabinet builder, building jewelry display cases "Cash & Wraps" for 6 years. From 1991 - 1997. I've built some pretty complex display cases & fixtures for multiple stores, all over the world. The company I worked for.( Midwest Woodworking & fixture Corporation, So. IL. division II). Shut down and moved away for cheaper labor. In 1997. I loved working there! Some of the stores I built cash wraps & fixtures for were...... Famous bar, Lord & Taylor, The Body Shop, St Louis Science Center, JCPenney's, & many more, all around the world. You're guitar is just sick man! I love the complexity and work that you put into it! I realized over the years.... You will only be as good as your tools are, combined with your love & passion for wood working! You have shown people, If you love woodworking, it's not really work , anything is achievable! I can't wait to watch part II As this masterpiece comes to life!
Man what a true masterpiece. All the time and effort you put into this is remarkable. I was just scrolling through UA-cam and seen the thumbnail and thought to myself, "I gotta see this" and I'm glad I did. This is a true work of art and I'd love to see it in person. Not to mention that badass workshop. The amount of awesome machinery and hand tools would make Norm Abram from New Yankee Workshop jealous lol. Wow just wow. That's a carpenter's dream workshop. I'm a carpenter and I dont think I could ever come close to this amount of talent and patience. Phenomenal job buddy you just gained this new sub.
To video editor: it would be waay awesome if each scene had the actual original episode name listed down in the bottom or top corner so if a person wanted to watch more of a particular part they would know exactly what episode to go to. Nicely done! The video and the complication!
Firstly, this isn't as much an instrument as much as a masterpiece of craftsmanship. Secondly, it's amazing to see Ben work and the absolute joy that it brings him! If everyone enjoyed their job as much as Ben, the world would be a much better place!
It is almost obscene how much I really do enjoy it all, the perfect mix of making.. guitars and videos and building a business. I love it and wish everyone dis have a similar satisfaction in life!
I've never seen anything more amazing. Granted, I haven't seen everything... But... This is exquisite, artistic, skilled, and imaginative beyond words... Brilliant. 👌
I watched all the videos of this build - and I still enjoyed watching this one! And thanks, Ben, for the masking-tape-and-superglue trick - I use it all the time, now.
What I appreciate the most about these videos is that when you push the boundaries of what was previously thought possible, the paradigms shift, and more people start to realize their own capabilities and potentials. Boundaries pushed by one man are soon rushed past by several.
CCG, My father was, among other things, a master wood worker. (Never had the skills myself) I think he would approve. Nice and interesting job you've done here..
Seeing all those hours of progress sped up makes it even more impressive to watch. I have enjoyed each and every episode on this build and I love this compilation. Can't wait for part 2!
A friend of mine recommended me this channel because I said I was interested in building guitars. Since I know nothing about how the whole process goes, I got really excited seeing the process of installing the truss rod hahahaha. For a second I had no idea what you were even holding! This is really nice to watch. Subscribed!
Thank you! You should find more than a few interesting bits of knowledge here, hopefully we'll save you from.making some of the mistakes I made when I was first learning.. B
Even had I known that the build would have been condense to 2 shorter videos, I still would have anticipated and watched every episode of the actual build. This is my favorite guitar build video series ever.
I’ve dabbled with acoustic guitar building a little, currently I’ve got a black limba neck started, I can only hope its functionality is close to its potential beauty
I was fortunate enough to work on the Aga Kahns Ismaili Centre ( the granite monolithic structure opposite the V& A Museum) 40 years ago, where the best craftsmen from around the world were employed to work the interior . My job was to supervise glazing particularly around the roof garden but everywhere else and everything had to be 1mm tolerance as we were being followed by stone masons etc .To watch the craftsmen in the main prayer hall create masterpieces from wood with the simplest of tools amazed me and nothing has impressed me since . Worth a look on open days , all done by hand tools folks .
As I said, I owe you an apology. When I started watching this build, I commented, stop while you're ahead! There is a beautiful guitar hiding under all the complicated bits! Thinking back to my own field of experience, custom motorcycles. Some of what I do is impractical, exercise in artistry. Done another way would be more rideable, but dose nothing to soothe my imagination. After viewing the impeccable craftsmanship of this instrument, as well as a couple others I was privileged to see, such as the double neck guitar that could actually be separated into two guitars. Bravo! Thanks for sharing the videos! By the way the neck is a sculpture in itself.
Man it's therapeutic seeing Ben building such an amazing guitar. I know if I was a famous guitarist or just rich I'd pay him to build me a few of these beauties. Who ever gets this guitar is one lucky git.
Wow. Esto realmente deberían de pagarte por ver. Debería de presentarse como una obra de teatro. Esto es un arte increíble. Es un placer cada segundo de tus vídeos. Queda uno anonadado. Eres grande.
I know nothing about guitars or guitar making, but man, this is some beautiful craftsmanship. Makes me wanna start my own projects. Simply wonderful. Thank you.
Holy sh..t, are you human?? This piece of art is insane! You are a real Master Luthier! While others are masters in playing the guitar you are a real Master Artist in building one! Seriously I am a bit jealous with the workshop and all the tools and machines you have. I am a piano maker and it is so much fun to do wood works and to become creative! But you are standing out of the ordinary! It was really fun watching your video! Thanks a lot for sharing!
It's like a compilation of Ben raving about the masking tape and super glue trick. In all seriousness, this was a hell of a ride, and it's fun to watch it all come together quickly. Kudos and sympathy in equal shares for the editors.
ESP’s angel/demon guitars will probably forever be the most complicated guitar builds. They’re like 15+ years old now, and the one that’s arms go up w/ the neck is all wood. It’s like something out of Greece, they’re all crazy. This thing is sick too though. Great work brother. \m/
You're so excited, just like a little kid and you're so proud, as you should be, that is a beautiful guitar! I love how you're this soft spoken guy, who seems extremely nice and gets excited like a child, yet you're covered in tattoos, I *hate* it when people judge us just because we have tattoos (and some happen to be on our face or head), it doesn't mean we're bad people or in a gang. Give us a break! 🤨
How can anyone post a thumbs down on any of your videos. Your work is incredible and beautiful. I hope to one day own one of your pieces 🤙🏽 don’t ever stop brother
While, not the crimson guitar that I covet (all those raw guitars with huge cracks are my kind of thing), this is the build that truly demonstrates bens skill and wild imagination. This guitar should be at every trade show, on the front page of all you digital media channels and even printed on T-shirt’s. It shows that if you can dream it, Crimson can build it. Show up at NAMM and watch the place go wild over this guitar. You’ll be on every guitar UA-cam channel for a year.
I'm amazed that this level of fine art craftsmanship even still exists well into the 21st century. " . . . [building] this guitar is great fun . . . and the bane of my existence".
This was inspiring to watch. A true craftsman at work, and despite the complexity it all appears so effortless. Amazing and thank you for sharing your work.
Watching this is both pain and pleasure: pleasure at watching a work of art being born, and excruciating pain because I'll never be able to afford all those beautiful tools. Not to mention the gay abandon with which you drive screws into beautiful chunks of sapele to use as a router sled or just to make something easier to hold. Ben, you're killing me!
I'm happy that I'm not the only one that dreams about smacking thangs .I am always dreaming of making things nobody else has ever seen before good job that is absolutely the most beautiful guitar I've seen in a long time
It's refreshing to see so much of Ben's manic insanity, condensed into so little space/time! Just keep on ignoring the haters and naysayers, Ben. We've got your back! Lol 🤣
The build in which Ben proves himself the king of faffing about, owning more woodworking tools than most people know exist and sanding, so much sanding. Totally worth it.
You had me watching the 90-hour build for a lifetime! and now you present it in one video! You are so cruel! LOL I enjoyed the long-awaited finish to the 90-hour build. Love your videos.
Whoa what a craftnanship! Amazingly customized crazy guitar. Its beeeeeautifuuuuly hand made... It would be veeeery expensive. Its should be museum display item.
Making this around my parents...."You're wasting wood, do you know how expensive wood is?" 🤣 Meanwhile a masterpiece that only a few could achieve! Great work!
Love watching the vid like this. the wood seems to melt away and just turns into a Awesome guitar under your hands. You are a master. Thanks Ben & Crew
I've been into the build from the start and this is a great way to "catch up" on all the action. I would highly recommend watching the entire build as it is an awesome show of luthier and woodworking skills. Gotta say, though, I will be grateful when this project is done and the finished product is displayed. GREAT JOB, BEN! Stay awesome and keep making sawdust!
The project is done and the guitar's been strung up and played (by Ben) in the latest video. The only thing missing is the final episode where a professional plays it.
@@Viremia Not picking at nits, but I believe Ben said "This is the last episode. Er, no it's not." Could just be my addled old brain. And yes, the guitar is finished...
man that one hell of a nice shop though.........loving it.
What a taturd
@Bard Erland not sure what you are in about with 'tone flow', please explain!
This is a masterpiece. Easily one of the most inspiring woodworking projects I've ever seen, especially with the lack of cnc tools used
I worked as a cabinet builder, building jewelry display cases "Cash & Wraps" for 6 years.
From 1991 - 1997.
I've built some pretty complex display cases & fixtures for multiple stores, all over the world.
The company I worked for.( Midwest Woodworking & fixture Corporation, So. IL. division II).
Shut down and moved away for cheaper labor. In 1997.
I loved working there!
Some of the stores I built cash wraps & fixtures for were......
Famous bar, Lord & Taylor, The Body Shop, St Louis Science Center, JCPenney's, & many more, all around the world.
You're guitar is just sick man!
I love the complexity and work that you put into it!
I realized over the years....
You will only be as good as your tools are, combined with your love & passion for wood working!
You have shown people,
If you love woodworking, it's not really work , anything is achievable!
I can't wait to watch part II
As this masterpiece comes to life!
This is the rolls Royce of the guitars. So much detail works, workmanship is just amazing.
This is a video all about craftsmanship. Not the biggest fan of the guitar but, watching honed in skills on this level is a true pleasure.
Man what a true masterpiece. All the time and effort you put into this is remarkable. I was just scrolling through UA-cam and seen the thumbnail and thought to myself, "I gotta see this" and I'm glad I did. This is a true work of art and I'd love to see it in person. Not to mention that badass workshop. The amount of awesome machinery and hand tools would make Norm Abram from New Yankee Workshop jealous lol. Wow just wow. That's a carpenter's dream workshop. I'm a carpenter and I dont think I could ever come close to this amount of talent and patience. Phenomenal job buddy you just gained this new sub.
To video editor: it would be waay awesome if each scene had the actual original episode name listed down in the bottom or top corner so if a person wanted to watch more of a particular part they would know exactly what episode to go to. Nicely done! The video and the complication!
Harlan Harvey everyone needs to upvote this so it’s a top comment... It’s a great suggestion and it would lead to more views for the channel!
yes!, ofc not for this video, but it is an awesome idea for future projects!
This guy needs support. The amount of effort and time he puts into his videos is mind boggling. Please subscribe to him, tell others to do so too.
Firstly, this isn't as much an instrument as much as a masterpiece of craftsmanship. Secondly, it's amazing to see Ben work and the absolute joy that it brings him! If everyone enjoyed their job as much as Ben, the world would be a much better place!
It is almost obscene how much I really do enjoy it all, the perfect mix of making.. guitars and videos and building a business. I love it and wish everyone dis have a similar satisfaction in life!
I've never seen anything more amazing. Granted, I haven't seen everything... But... This is exquisite, artistic, skilled, and imaginative beyond words... Brilliant. 👌
I watched all the videos of this build - and I still enjoyed watching this one!
And thanks, Ben, for the masking-tape-and-superglue trick - I use it all the time, now.
What I appreciate the most about these videos is that when you push the boundaries of what was previously thought possible, the paradigms shift, and more people start to realize their own capabilities and potentials. Boundaries pushed by one man are soon rushed past by several.
CCG, My father was, among other things, a master wood worker. (Never had the skills myself) I think he would approve. Nice and interesting job you've done here..
Seeing all those hours of progress sped up makes it even more impressive to watch. I have enjoyed each and every episode on this build and I love this compilation. Can't wait for part 2!
This series has been one of the most informative and entertaining programs I’ve ever seen.
This guitar is an amazing work of art.
Thanks.
What a journey, Saturday mornings will never be the same again
Till the next one!!😏
A friend of mine recommended me this channel because I said I was interested in building guitars. Since I know nothing about how the whole process goes, I got really excited seeing the process of installing the truss rod hahahaha. For a second I had no idea what you were even holding! This is really nice to watch. Subscribed!
Thank you! You should find more than a few interesting bits of knowledge here, hopefully we'll save you from.making some of the mistakes I made when I was first learning.. B
This man is from another planet. Just satisfying to watch the masterpiece.
I could watch you work for hours,its so calming it really helps with my depression
Even had I known that the build would have been condense to 2 shorter videos, I still would have anticipated and watched every episode of the actual build. This is my favorite guitar build video series ever.
Thank you
I really love the details. The amount of hard work and skill you put into this is astounding. You guys definitely deserve more credit for your craft 👍
Thank you. B
That is quite possibly the most beautiful neck and fretboard I’ve ever seen
I have some lovely materials to play with! B
I’ve dabbled with acoustic guitar building a little, currently I’ve got a black limba neck started, I can only hope its functionality is close to its potential beauty
Im probably not the only one that noticed that Ben slowly dipped into madness as this project went on? It was a great time watching it unfold.
The quilted maple that you’ve chosen is stunning!👍🏼👏🏼✌🏼
I was fortunate enough to work on the Aga Kahns Ismaili Centre ( the granite monolithic structure opposite the V& A Museum) 40 years ago, where the best craftsmen from around the world were employed to work the interior . My job was to supervise glazing particularly around the roof garden but everywhere else and everything had to be 1mm tolerance as we were being followed by stone masons etc .To watch the craftsmen in the main prayer hall create masterpieces from wood with the simplest of tools amazed me and nothing has impressed me since . Worth a look on open days , all done by hand tools folks .
You're brilliant I just love sitting back having a coffee after a long day at work and watching a master builder.
As I said, I owe you an apology. When I started watching this build, I commented, stop while you're ahead! There is a beautiful guitar hiding under all the complicated bits! Thinking back to my own field of experience, custom motorcycles. Some of what I do is impractical, exercise in artistry. Done another way would be more rideable, but dose nothing to soothe my imagination. After viewing the impeccable craftsmanship of this instrument, as well as a couple others I was privileged to see, such as the double neck guitar that could actually be separated into two guitars.
Bravo! Thanks for sharing the videos!
By the way the neck is a sculpture in itself.
Thank you very much
Those wood shavings form the neck.... I could almost eat them how good they look.
Man it's therapeutic seeing Ben building such an amazing guitar. I know if I was a famous guitarist or just rich I'd pay him to build me a few of these beauties. Who ever gets this guitar is one lucky git.
I think he's keeping it
@@glennwhitlock1272 Its currently hanging in the Dorset guitar Museum
My friend, you are professional...
I wish you all the support one genius can get to continue to work such masterpieces!
Congratulations 👏👏👏
Thank you very much! B
Wow. Esto realmente deberían de pagarte por ver. Debería de presentarse como una obra de teatro. Esto es un arte increíble. Es un placer cada segundo de tus vídeos. Queda uno anonadado. Eres grande.
These is real content for youtube. Great job CCG.
You're level or creativity, imagination, and craftsmanship are 2nd to none. This was phenomenal 🤯
I know nothing about guitars or guitar making, but man, this is some beautiful craftsmanship. Makes me wanna start my own projects. Simply wonderful. Thank you.
My job here is done, go forth and make cool shit! Thanks for watching. B
Holy sh..t, are you human?? This piece of art is insane! You are a real Master Luthier! While others are masters in playing the guitar you are a real Master Artist in building one! Seriously I am a bit jealous with the workshop and all the tools and machines you have. I am a piano maker and it is so much fun to do wood works and to become creative! But you are standing out of the ordinary! It was really fun watching your video! Thanks a lot for sharing!
It's like a compilation of Ben raving about the masking tape and super glue trick.
In all seriousness, this was a hell of a ride, and it's fun to watch it all come together quickly. Kudos and sympathy in equal shares for the editors.
ESP’s angel/demon guitars will probably forever be the most complicated guitar builds.
They’re like 15+ years old now, and the one that’s arms go up w/ the neck is all wood.
It’s like something out of Greece, they’re all crazy. This thing is sick too though. Great work brother. \m/
You're so excited, just like a little kid and you're so proud, as you should be, that is a beautiful guitar!
I love how you're this soft spoken guy, who seems extremely nice and gets excited like a child, yet you're covered in tattoos, I *hate* it when people judge us just because we have tattoos (and some happen to be on our face or head), it doesn't mean we're bad people or in a gang. Give us a break! 🤨
Incredible work sir! I am extremely impressed!
thank you! B
Your guitars are just - I honestly don't have the words! How spectacular.
The amount of detail is mind boggling. Well done mate!
Man,that is one hell of a shop........ I'M LOVING IT!!!!!!!!!!!!
How can anyone post a thumbs down on any of your videos. Your work is incredible and beautiful. I hope to one day own one of your pieces 🤙🏽 don’t ever stop brother
While, not the crimson guitar that I covet (all those raw guitars with huge cracks are my kind of thing), this is the build that truly demonstrates bens skill and wild imagination. This guitar should be at every trade show, on the front page of all you digital media channels and even printed on T-shirt’s. It shows that if you can dream it, Crimson can build it. Show up at NAMM and watch the place go wild over this guitar. You’ll be on every guitar UA-cam channel for a year.
You are a master craftsman. Watching you work is awe inspiring and beautiful.
I'm amazed that this level of fine art craftsmanship even still exists well into the 21st century.
" . . . [building] this guitar is great fun . . . and the bane of my existence".
Wow, the wood used for the fretboard is just beyond beautiful... great stuff
This was inspiring to watch. A true craftsman at work, and despite the complexity it all appears so effortless. Amazing and thank you for sharing your work.
This is **insanely cool** thank you for sharing this process with us. You are an incredible artist.
good job, Ben. You have transcended crafts and made art. really really well done.
Watching this is both pain and pleasure: pleasure at watching a work of art being born, and excruciating pain because I'll never be able to afford all those beautiful tools. Not to mention the gay abandon with which you drive screws into beautiful chunks of sapele to use as a router sled or just to make something easier to hold.
Ben, you're killing me!
you're looking still young, but you must be as old as the dinosaurs to gain THAT level of craftmanship! this is simply amazing!!!
Beautiful workmanship. Well done!
This neck is masterpiece. I love it.
Your guitars are amazing
I' not a guitar guy, I'm a brass guy but, I find this video Amazing! Thank You!
I love what you did with the neck. Can’t wait to see the finished piece.
Ugh, those are the most gorgeous shavings I've ever seen coming off that neck.
The media team stole the lot for set dressing! B
@@CrimsonCustomGuitars lol, I'd have to make some kind of epoxy guitar with them.
Mesmerising, hypnotising. Superb video. What skill. Hat off.
"Giger ever designed a guitar"
He did. He did a few models for Ibanez. I wish I could picked up the Sabre model, it has a carved metal finish.
"have a look, what do you think?" I think you're absolutely insane. Job well done!!
Whoa! What ever you are asking for your quality of work... it isn't enough. Amazing .... just amazing...
Patience and determination is the key! I'm proud of your work, mate!
My god!! I watched this entire build. I forgot how much love went into just the neck.it didn’t really sink in till this speed metal version 😁
Nice sponsor shot @21:42 lol thank you for letting us into your shop
Рождение будущего шедевра.
I'm happy that I'm not the only one that dreams about smacking thangs .I am always dreaming of making things nobody else has ever seen before good job that is absolutely the most beautiful guitar I've seen in a long time
Serious skills this guy has.
I am really impressed. You're an artist :-) But also impressive is your studio.Thanks for sharing.
I love the fact that he does so much with hand tools.
It's refreshing to see so much of Ben's manic insanity, condensed into so little space/time! Just keep on ignoring the haters and naysayers, Ben. We've got your back! Lol 🤣
and this my friends is a craftsman .such a pure talent and skill i dont even understand guitars but im blown away
Ben what u created is a beautiful piece of art and it's side job is an instrument good job keep up the great work
The build in which Ben proves himself the king of faffing about, owning more woodworking tools than most people know exist and sanding, so much sanding.
Totally worth it.
Sooooooo much Sanding!
Bro, that is the baddest guitar i've ever seen! I love that design! Great work!
Videos make woodworking look easy... but this is INSANE.
You had me watching the 90-hour build for a lifetime! and now you present it in one video! You are so cruel! LOL I enjoyed the long-awaited finish to the 90-hour build. Love your videos.
The most beautiful neck ever!!
Your creativity is exceptional, someone with huge amounts of money should employ you to change the way future guitars are made....
A true master at work.
MIND BLOWING! a fine piece of art!
That is fantastic and all done with hand tools. Top stuff
We appreciate your sacrifice for Asgard.
This is insane 😱😱😱 you sir, are the greatest guitar luthier ever!!!
Someone's already left the same comment, but it needs reiterating - that neck and fretboard is an absolute masterpiece!
Thank you
Man the hours I could have saved had I known there would be a condensed retrospective. 😜 Still anticipating the demo 🤘🖖
wow. What an idea. Beautiful. Thank you for sharing your creations and your know-how.
Jeeeez. The neck alone is a masterpiece
I see absolutely happy men. So cool, thank you!
Awesome handwork! Respect my friend!
Whoa what a craftnanship! Amazingly customized crazy guitar. Its beeeeeautifuuuuly hand made... It would be veeeery expensive. Its should be museum display item.
It's all about making it look beautiful
Making this around my parents...."You're wasting wood, do you know how expensive wood is?" 🤣
Meanwhile a masterpiece that only a few could achieve! Great work!
Very beautiful, amazing! Thanks for sharing.
Love watching the vid like this. the wood seems to melt away and just turns into a Awesome guitar under your hands. You are a master. Thanks Ben & Crew
Man,... that neck build was just as impressive as the exoskeleton carve.... just excellent craftsmanship. Inspirational.
*It’s fantastic and lovely. What does this do to the guitar’s tone? Would really love to hear it played... the true test!*
Man you look just like Karl Urban's character from Thor: Ragnarok
hahaha same in mind dude i thought its him
BEHOLD!
My SICK ASS CUSTOM WOOD GUITAR
Great build. I love your killer shop, too!!
The level of "know how" is just staggering, must pull my hat to that bro, amazing :-)