I Built a Guitar Out of Ocean Plastic

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  • @themaskedgrappler
    @themaskedgrappler 3 роки тому +3530

    If ever one of your guitars needed to be put into full-scale prodution, this is it.

    • @iamthebyron
      @iamthebyron 3 роки тому +147

      "Shut up and take my money!"

    • @BigDijon
      @BigDijon 3 роки тому +355

      I can’t stop thinking about how cool it would be to run a charity or something that makes ocean plastic guitars and give them to kids to want to learn to play.

    • @PureJadeKid
      @PureJadeKid 3 роки тому +178

      @@BigDijon Even better, sell the guitars at high prices to fund cheaper guitars for kids, and to pay for the kids' lessons.

    • @asphalion8291
      @asphalion8291 3 роки тому +25

      @@BigDijon Bro........... thats genius

    • @BigDijon
      @BigDijon 3 роки тому +10

      @@asphalion8291 bro................

  • @anshubhatia6609
    @anshubhatia6609 3 роки тому +266

    Now if 4 ocean could partner with a large manufacturer for guitars. That's a visually stunning guitar, and the guitar actually sounds really good!

    • @KX_010
      @KX_010 2 місяці тому +2

      And it would be helping the environment. Recycling to the fullest.

  • @ashequestionmark
    @ashequestionmark 3 роки тому +871

    This is genuinely one of the prettiest guitars I've ever seen, if you ever do decide to sell your creations I think a business making recycled ocean plastic guitars would be sick

    • @carmineredd1198
      @carmineredd1198 3 роки тому +58

      Gibson Less Plastic Custom

    • @ossiehalvorson7702
      @ossiehalvorson7702 2 роки тому +33

      If there's a good way to melt it, definitely. I'm going to guess cooking it in an oven probably defeats the purpose a bit since that would release fumes, which is a bit antithetical to a guitar that's (presumably) made to promote environmental friendliness.

    • @alphagt62
      @alphagt62 2 роки тому +13

      @Ossie Halvorson use solar power! A big concave mirror to focus the heat to melt it. Can’t get more “green”, than that!

    • @no-ld3hz
      @no-ld3hz 2 роки тому +6

      @@ossiehalvorson7702 you might be able to use chemicals or an enzyme or bacteria of some sort to change the behavior of the plastic. I think recent research has been looking into plastic eating bacteria, I am however not in the loop so I could be wrong.

    • @kleinergrashupfer
      @kleinergrashupfer 2 роки тому +10

      @@ossiehalvorson7702 well, I think plastics in oceans are way worse than fumes, I mean, big industries do this all the time, and a large scale of those guitars can be a trouble too. You can melt plastic in water, but water can be poisoned by plastic. It's complex lol.

  • @kyleclarke4845
    @kyleclarke4845 Рік тому +38

    That is actually a stunning guitar. It's sad that the first fret-board failed because I really liked it but the second one looks way better anyway, so I guess it was good the first one failed. This needs to be put into full-scale production. Amazing job.

  • @stacyroth8836
    @stacyroth8836 3 роки тому +364

    I love how you still put in the footage where mistakes were made to show that everyone makes mistakes. Most creators would probably have just scrapped that part of the footage, but you decided to put it out. Honestly it makes the finished project even better

  • @joynut1677
    @joynut1677 2 роки тому +21

    Wow! I love how the guitar is environmentally friendly and I learned about ocean clean up at the same time. Beautiful work!

  • @jonesisdying
    @jonesisdying 3 роки тому +1182

    Ok, this is now next-level stuff. You truly are a good man for trying this. Question: are you taking photos as you go through your processes? You should publish a book detailing all the builds. It's so inspiring...

    • @ZL1LoVeR
      @ZL1LoVeR 3 роки тому +39

      Follow his insta for photos during the process. The book idea is brilliant!

    • @trureinhart4860
      @trureinhart4860 3 роки тому +2

      As usual Amazing job!!!!

    • @chrismason4224
      @chrismason4224 3 роки тому +11

      @@ZL1LoVeR Instagram requires a membership for viewing and a lot of us don't want that shit. He should definitely publish a book.

    • @ZL1LoVeR
      @ZL1LoVeR 3 роки тому +5

      @@chrismason4224 I agree with you, just thought I’d share for those who are using the app already

    • @SergioLazaroMartinez
      @SergioLazaroMartinez 3 роки тому

      Great idea!!

  • @zacharypablo3595
    @zacharypablo3595 3 роки тому +148

    This is amazing and gut-wrenching in equal measure, and you definitely need to make one of these for Joe Duplantier of Gojira, because if there was ever a guitar that was meant to have “Toxic Garbage Island” played on it, it’s this one.

    • @the80sthrasher94
      @the80sthrasher94 3 роки тому +8

      I was thinking the exact same thing!!

    • @SxSxG666
      @SxSxG666 Рік тому +1

      And... it can be worst then his new signature Charvel guitar.

    • @regularhuman7939
      @regularhuman7939 Рік тому +1

      Ayeee, gojira

    • @NicoTrautman-hu8hc
      @NicoTrautman-hu8hc 6 місяців тому

      this is an amazing idea love flying whales

    • @alexgagulax2866
      @alexgagulax2866 2 місяці тому +1

      What about Gorrilaz? They made Plastic Beach.

  • @belewjeans
    @belewjeans 3 роки тому +845

    Following the recycling theme, it would be cool to see a guitar made from recycled/discarded vinyl records! Awesome work dude, this is one of the only channels I have notifications turned on for!!!

    • @nadiapaiva8170
      @nadiapaiva8170 3 роки тому +28

      Been wanting to do a pickguard with a record, but I can't seem to find anyone who will give any away 😅

    • @belewjeans
      @belewjeans 3 роки тому +54

      @@nadiapaiva8170 You should check out thrift stores/antique malls! I go to a bunch in my area, and without fail, there is always a crate of records somewhere that no one has touched for decades and will continue to sit there. Maybe you can breathe new life into an old Christmas album by having it as pick guard 😎

    • @dw-ie2my
      @dw-ie2my 3 роки тому +2

      Color scheme wouldn’t be very interesting

    • @lemlem35
      @lemlem35 3 роки тому +7

      Tim Sway on youtube does a lot of reclaimed wood builds and uses records as pickguards or pickup covers, he's got some great videos

    • @oneeyeddog6127
      @oneeyeddog6127 3 роки тому +3

      @@nadiapaiva8170 I've made a bunch of pickguard and control plates with records.if you get any stay away from the really old stuff it likes to crack off unexpectedly.ive found the thinner albums work the best

  • @davidhale3107
    @davidhale3107 Рік тому +1

    Your Gifted. Thank you for using your gifts.

  • @xneurianx
    @xneurianx 3 роки тому +149

    I absolutely LOVE this. I really want to see more manufacturers embracing stuff like this. Sustainable guitar building is super interesting to me.
    I REALLY want to see a bamboo build at some point. There are a few bamboo guitars out there, and a guy made a guitar as a school project or something and put the build on UA-cam as well, which was cool.

  • @dennisrossonero
    @dennisrossonero 2 роки тому +11

    dude, all the guitars i've seen on your vids look GORGEOUS! And your ability to craft them out of seemingly anything is astounding.

  • @chasesilver4278
    @chasesilver4278 3 роки тому +177

    I found your channel a little after I began playing guitar near the Beginning of 2019. I was a senior in high school, and I was going to spend my summer before college building a guitar with my grandfather. You inspired me to pursue becoming a luthier as a hobby. Since then my grandfather and I have spent every summer since the end of high school building instruments. Our very first guitar that we made during the summer of 2019 is still my favorite guitar to this day. I'm currently a Junior in Electrical Engineering, and can't wait to tackle our next guitar this summer. We began working on the neck over Christmas, and I enjoy every moment I spend with my grandfather working on our instruments. We've made several mistakes along the way that we kick ourselves over it but I wouldn't trade those moments for anything in the world. I always love when you upload a new video. Your videos are inspiring and always entertaining. I'll always appreciate everything you put into your work. Much thanks, and I can't wait to see what beautiful instrument you make next.

    • @joeytaylor8767
      @joeytaylor8767 2 роки тому

      Very cool! Cheers to you and your nunu!

    • @klompsauce
      @klompsauce 2 роки тому +1

      Nice, I’m going to start rebuilding a ‘70 Torino with my gramps this coming spring/summer

    • @rb032682
      @rb032682 Рік тому

      very cool

  • @Chris119.
    @Chris119. 2 роки тому

    man and that demo at the end. Beautiful melody. I think about sitting on the beach watching the sunset with that song.

  • @ScrapwoodCity
    @ScrapwoodCity 3 роки тому +216

    Awesome build! Beautiful guitar!

    • @lucassurgeon4122
      @lucassurgeon4122 3 роки тому

      Cool seeing you here brother :)

    • @Vague05
      @Vague05 3 роки тому

      Love your builds immensely

  • @bluzshadez
    @bluzshadez 2 роки тому +1

    I am so amazed with your skills as a Luthier. Recycled plastic guitar is a first. Thank you for showing the process.

  • @user-xj5mq5ln2g
    @user-xj5mq5ln2g 3 роки тому +52

    I love how the neck is like an optical illusion how the straws at an angle make the frets look angled and straws straight. Awesome build!

  • @dantesabbath2107
    @dantesabbath2107 2 роки тому

    i LOVE how this build looks. The body looks beautiful and mosaic!

  • @Pranaynaynay
    @Pranaynaynay 3 роки тому +83

    It's really cool to see this project and that you've got so many more tools in your workshop than when you started

  • @silv_sun
    @silv_sun Рік тому +2

    It's really cool that you include the errors and problems you encounter in making these
    Quality content man!

  • @gingey9541
    @gingey9541 3 роки тому +26

    This might be the coolest guitar you’ve made yet! I think showing where you messed up makes these guitars more real and the hand-crafted aspect all the more amazing when you show the finished product. Definitely one of my favorite channels to watch!

  • @Pyxe_ZA
    @Pyxe_ZA Рік тому +6

    I've binge watched a lot of your videos today, and I'm even more astonished by each design. Just when you think it can't get any better 🤯

  • @lhoezee1
    @lhoezee1 3 роки тому +135

    Would've been cool to make the knobs bottle caps too. Turned out great though, awesome idea 👍

  • @emanuelalvarez1265
    @emanuelalvarez1265 2 роки тому

    Excellent proyect!!! Keep cleaning the oceans and creating great stuffs. Greatings from San Juan, Argentina

  • @Tomahawk922
    @Tomahawk922 3 роки тому +62

    Dude this was an awesome build. Everything about it was perfect especially the imperfections, they make each guitar you make truly one of a kind. On another note... You ever think of just making a little album out of the the demos you play? Not gonna lie, what you play is really chill and kind of stuff I'd have playing through out my day.

  • @JakeReichbart
    @JakeReichbart 2 роки тому

    Big fan here, great video (as they all are!). A reminder to all, please use less plastic and try to re-use what we already have, shopping bags, drinking bottles, etc... Avoid disposables if at all possible. Looking forward to the next great video!

  • @bipbipletucha
    @bipbipletucha 3 роки тому +48

    The fretboard looks so cool. Also I just know prince would go crazy for something like this

  • @picksalot1
    @picksalot1 3 роки тому

    Excellent. Using straws for the neck was inspired, and looks particularly cool. Heating the frets was a smart solution. From trash to treasure. 😎

  • @SilverWolf473
    @SilverWolf473 3 роки тому +64

    All those little holes in the final build really give it character, and overall it turned out amazing. This is fantastic!

  • @fehnraal9144
    @fehnraal9144 Рік тому

    I like how close the bridge is to the bridge pickup. Looks good imo

  • @ibrahimalshmrani8216
    @ibrahimalshmrani8216 3 роки тому +246

    If you could make the demo a little bit longer, or make an album of all your demos that would be awesome 👍

    • @PureJadeKid
      @PureJadeKid 3 роки тому +9

      Great idea! BurlsTunes!

    • @jimmytumbles9640
      @jimmytumbles9640 3 роки тому +7

      That was a zesty demo, I'll say that much.

    • @asillypleb8150
      @asillypleb8150 3 роки тому +4

      he puts a lot more of the playing on his instagram i think

    • @Seki1987
      @Seki1987 2 роки тому +7

      What was the tune played in the demo? I love the guitar, it has a really nice, surf rockish sound, which is very fitting for the thematic

  • @Psychlist1972
    @Psychlist1972 2 роки тому +4

    I was wondering what you were doing with the planer and router shavings, etc. I was glad to see you putting it back in another bucket (and then later cover how you were saving that). Helps make your partnership with 4ocean even more meaningful.

  • @TotalBoat
    @TotalBoat 3 роки тому +21

    We love everything about this!! Awesome work as always!

  • @Yaniza
    @Yaniza 3 роки тому +4

    Your videos are always amazing! This one is extra special though, such a great way to help the earth. This would be so impactful done on an even larger scale - as a musician, I’d definitely get one (if I could afford it lol) and probs celebrities would get in on it too to clear out ocean plastic 🙌🏾

  • @joermnyc
    @joermnyc 3 роки тому +22

    There’s also a hand fret press that looks like a weird set of vice grip pliers… might help in situations where too much pressure might break the epoxy neck.

  • @Allison_Leigh
    @Allison_Leigh 3 роки тому +5

    It turned out SO GOOD. You and 4ocean should team up and figure out how to get these into production for limited sale at the very least. Super cool.

  • @foadrightnow5725
    @foadrightnow5725 3 роки тому +7

    You never cease to impress me, my friend! In both your playing AND building! You're an inspiration to many, for sure! Myself included! Keep the great builds, playing and content coming! Cheers!

  • @joeferris5086
    @joeferris5086 2 роки тому

    Love that the key of the music is the same as the sound the planer makes.

  • @SuperJosiegirl1
    @SuperJosiegirl1 3 роки тому +11

    Just amazing! You are so talented! And recycling plastic into a beautiful guitar for it to be used for a long time to come is so inspiring. Thanks to you and Four Oceans for helping keep this world a better place!

    • @alphagt62
      @alphagt62 2 роки тому

      So many great things that could be made. Guitars, surf boards! Speaker cabinets! So many things.

  • @Rastasandrainbows
    @Rastasandrainbows 2 роки тому

    I would absolutely scoop one of these. This is beautiful.

  • @Bloodray19
    @Bloodray19 3 роки тому +4

    Not only this man makes beautiful guitars, but he also helps cleaning the oceans and recycles that ocean plastic. Huge respect towards you

  • @mrthomas7511
    @mrthomas7511 Рік тому

    Blue is my favorite color. All those patterns look amazing! I don't know how to play guitar but I would love to own that guitar for when my musicality inclined friends are around

  • @driklyn1
    @driklyn1 3 роки тому +4

    Love the look of the melted blue plastic! This is your best-looking build yet!

  • @deathkampdrone
    @deathkampdrone 2 роки тому

    Im watching all of your videos in a row. This is good for the soul. Thank you!

  • @rondamatney9633
    @rondamatney9633 3 роки тому +5

    I think this guitar came out amazing. Not everyone can make something perfect, even if it's something they make all the time. Using the ocean plastic was a fabulous idea. Keep on building hun & we'll keep on watching (and listening).

  • @Pon1bcd
    @Pon1bcd Рік тому

    That is the most visually appealing guitar. The guitar as a whole is stunning.

  • @gtags1
    @gtags1 3 роки тому +4

    I'm amazed at your craftmanship every video I watch, another masterful job!

  • @grantmalone
    @grantmalone 3 роки тому

    Respect your tenacity. That build looked like a real pain in the neck.

  • @FullRythym
    @FullRythym 3 роки тому +7

    So in the future, you can take small plastic shreds and heat them with a heat gun until they are melted and use them to fill holes. Brothersmake has a lot of good videos about working with this plastic, which is where I got this info from.

  • @ghstofme
    @ghstofme 3 роки тому +94

    damn this guy will never fail to amaze me

  • @isaacpaolino718
    @isaacpaolino718 3 роки тому +1

    Wow that fretboard is stunning! Nice build!

  • @CodyHowellProject
    @CodyHowellProject 3 роки тому +12

    Great idea to do this, and the guitar looks and sounds awesome, as always.

  • @glenncohen4023
    @glenncohen4023 2 роки тому

    Amazing, solving issues! With our current supply chain issues this is brilliant. I hope the big guitar builders are watching!!! All thing being equal I would buy one.

  • @SaintCharbelMakhlouf420
    @SaintCharbelMakhlouf420 3 роки тому +6

    I love watching these videos - thanks for the great work and content

  • @joyfuflower
    @joyfuflower 2 роки тому +1

    The finish with all the holes and the texture looks awesome, with most guitars being shiny it makes it stand out. I'm in love with the look!

  • @psvf1fan
    @psvf1fan 3 роки тому +4

    Such an awesome job Burl. You keep growing and coming up with amazing idea's. It's really awesome to see. Great cause aswell! Love it.

  • @jessmather3651
    @jessmather3651 2 роки тому +1

    Just wow, this is stunning!
    Visually beautiful, interactive and thought provoking. A true work of art.

  • @Rescuepack1
    @Rescuepack1 2 роки тому +3

    I honestly think the holes add to the aesthetics. Love the guitar! Your work is absolutely stunning.

  • @wethepeople6940
    @wethepeople6940 11 місяців тому

    The tone from each material is so subtle yet so distinct.

  • @williambilinski
    @williambilinski 3 роки тому +15

    What an amazing artist…every guitar is just so unique…your videos are the best! 🎸 ❤️

  • @nathanparry7035
    @nathanparry7035 2 роки тому

    Miss you Roadie ! Your old channel inspired me to get into hiking solo, but what your doing now is great as well your so talented mate 👍🏻👍🏻

  • @MementosNetwork
    @MementosNetwork 3 роки тому +3

    I wasnt expecting this tone from a recicled plastic guitar! Great job

  • @allana8253
    @allana8253 3 роки тому

    Much respect on your honesty. Really like how it turned out and hope it's making you happy. Good luck carrying on.

  • @jcoulter43
    @jcoulter43 3 роки тому +6

    Each guitar is just more unique and cooler than the last! Can't wait to see what you try next. God bless and rock on 🎸👍😎

  • @patrickkeenan6331
    @patrickkeenan6331 3 роки тому

    Stunning guitar, and the bridge placement solution was genius....your best work yet.

  • @pineappleking616
    @pineappleking616 3 роки тому +5

    Pretty cool design with the white and blue after it all melted together.
    Also that neck is really unique

  • @jamescasey1696
    @jamescasey1696 Рік тому

    Your mind is on another level. I LOVE your work

  • @steffinasue7389
    @steffinasue7389 3 роки тому +13

    Wow. That's so cool!! I love watching your videos and this guitar is one of my favorites, because of the idea behind it. You should sell it and donate the money to "4 ocean". They do a awesome job!!!

  • @hellenpollen6897
    @hellenpollen6897 3 роки тому

    Every of your guitar is unique. It is amazing to watch the process of making them.
    Thank you for sharing it with us.

  • @iNoelles
    @iNoelles 3 роки тому +4

    The dedication of this man is admirable, keep going mate!

  • @johnschrader8363
    @johnschrader8363 3 роки тому

    that ending demo was incredible!!!

  • @joshemartinez2577
    @joshemartinez2577 3 роки тому +4

    Merry Christmas and happy 2022, Burls
    I still can't wait for you to build an Epiphone Crestwood :)

  • @melmel1071
    @melmel1071 2 роки тому

    Dude your solo at the end was amazing

  • @fabianfroidl8618
    @fabianfroidl8618 3 роки тому +4

    That is gorgeous! I always enjoy your Builds alot! Keep it going u rock! Greetings from Austria 🍀

  • @JeighNeither
    @JeighNeither 3 роки тому

    Very cool Burls Art. I'm only a minute in & I'm thoroughly impressed & inspired, & I bet that was part of your motivation. You've succeeded on multiple levels.

  • @CarolMarianaa
    @CarolMarianaa 3 роки тому +4

    Sustainable, made on a budget and has a beautiful tone: I loved it!

  • @NegoO007
    @NegoO007 Рік тому

    beautiful work bro, congratulations on your attitude 👏🏽🙌🏽

  • @mariaclaraoliveira9597
    @mariaclaraoliveira9597 3 роки тому +5

    Incredible job man, love it 🖤🖤

  • @FacuMorel
    @FacuMorel 2 роки тому

    Just found your channel, this is like finding gold, love when this happens. I’m very sick at home and your videos are taking me far away from feeling pain! Thank you

  • @10xthebass16
    @10xthebass16 3 роки тому +3

    This is a guitar to feel good about buying no matter the price. Dude your channel is awesome keep up the amazing work and thank you for helping clean our waters!!

  • @xroadzmusic
    @xroadzmusic 2 роки тому

    Amazing! Great work. Super inspirational. Awesome jamming too

  • @AshenRJ
    @AshenRJ 3 роки тому +25

    On April's Fool, I want you to make a video titled "Building A Guitar Out Of AIR!" and it's just you pouring empty buckets and drilling nothing and ended the video playing air guitar.

  • @Uchawibeatz
    @Uchawibeatz 3 роки тому

    Such a great idea, and marvelous results. God bless 🙏

  • @robertschreckenbach596
    @robertschreckenbach596 3 роки тому +7

    Absolutely beautiful! What's great is you always learn from your mistakes, but honestly what are mistakes in Art?
    That guitar sounds amazing, great work Brother, please continue to create and inspire us all! God bless you in all your endeavors Brother! Peace!

  • @RedneckSwede
    @RedneckSwede 3 роки тому

    I have been planning to make a guitar out of hdpe for years. It makes me so happy to see more people use their ideas to find use for anything. Great work and huge respect for you guys.

  • @bambus_ross
    @bambus_ross 2 роки тому +23

    Your guitars always come out looking so clean man 🤘 very cool stuff. ✌️🇨🇦

  • @theawesomer
    @theawesomer 3 роки тому

    Really cool build, and a nice example of how to use recycled materials for good.

  • @jakekunz5168
    @jakekunz5168 3 роки тому +4

    A guitar made with sea glass would be absolutely INSANE. but idk if you could really get enough of it

  • @BigDijon
    @BigDijon 3 роки тому

    This is a super cool idea. Burls Art is always getting better and better!

  • @hypoflipzy1157
    @hypoflipzy1157 5 місяців тому +3

    You’ve proven it can be done, now we just need big companies to start mass producing these guitars. This could get an entirely new demographic excited about cleaning up our oceans.

  • @EarthlyVibes
    @EarthlyVibes 5 місяців тому

    Absolutely BEAUTIFUL.
    I worked in the plastic industry for my entire career and very much appreciate the recycling aspect of this project.

  • @DavidNwokoye
    @DavidNwokoye 3 роки тому +5

    Get this man on Mr Beasts Team Seas.

  • @andrewsmith7425
    @andrewsmith7425 3 роки тому

    Great craftsmanship, message, etc. Thanks!

  • @jasonvandyke5401
    @jasonvandyke5401 3 роки тому +5

    You could use the extra shavings to just make progressively smaller plastic guitars and hang them as art
    P.S. Burl, obviously you could play guitar before you started making them. What kind of guitar did you start out on?

  • @CinderellAspergerSapiophile

    Too good. Would love to see some drumsticks the same style. Really pretty.

  • @EthanTheChild
    @EthanTheChild 2 роки тому +3

    wow, that guitars a piece of trash

  • @Saplingbat
    @Saplingbat 2 роки тому

    I'm really glad you shared the short clip of collecting the materials for later use. I love projects like this, and this one especially, but I always worry about what happens to the left over resin and plastic. I was hoping it gets recycled if that's even possible. But saving it for other projects is even better!

  • @diego2112gaming
    @diego2112gaming 3 роки тому

    A cause near and dear to my heart, sir. This is good stuff. Always like to see repurposed ocean waste, and seeing it turned into a guitar? Top notch, just absolutely top notch.

  • @FreeSpeechWarrior
    @FreeSpeechWarrior Рік тому

    Your videos are so entertaining because they are not only creative, but your ideas are so interesting. Very fun to watch.

  • @dingdong7440
    @dingdong7440 Рік тому

    Great job dude... it says a lot that you don't hide your mistakes!.