Spontaneous Warmoth Build...Something A Bit Different!

[BloodRose]

Re: Spontaneous Warmoth Build...Something A Bit Different!

Definitley a different combination of features; like the Warhead Headstock Maple Board and S/S/S with Floyd Set Up. Look forward to seeing it progress.

Ironically; I have been tempted to pick up a similar Warmoth Build that's been decorating the walls at one of the local shops for a while now as I thought it an unusual take on a Strat/Tele Combo.

This blue one is Schmexy!!!

[BloodRose]

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Weren’t there some Charvels with an interesting pickguard shape?

Charvel Spectrum

https://www.ebay.com/p/Charvel-Electric-Guitar-Spectrum-Flouro-Orange/3020467288?iid=283031137585&chn=ps

https://www.ebay.com/p/Charvel-Electric-Guitar-Spectrum-Flouro-Orange/3020467288?iid=263761081323&chn=ps

Posted both for ACEMAN... Example of Japanese sellers listing the same guitar at 2 entirely diff prices... Cant figure why ebay doesnt shut em down

[Masta' C]

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Nice reference with the Charvel! I photoshopped something similar and it didn't quite look right...the Tele control plate changes the look/lines

I'm just getting the final parts in for it, but the build is definitely a priority

Still need to work out getting the custom pickguard done, though...

[kramersteen]

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Charvel Spectrum

https://www.ebay.com/p/Charvel-Electric-Guitar-Spectrum-Flouro-Orange/3020467288?iid=283031137585&chn=ps

https://www.ebay.com/p/Charvel-Electric-Guitar-Spectrum-Flouro-Orange/3020467288?iid=263761081323&chn=ps

Posted both for ACEMAN... Example of Japanese sellers listing the same guitar at 2 entirely diff prices... Cant figure why ebay doesnt shut em down

I have one of those aiiiiiiiiiiiiiii. Sadly some clown head routed it out for HSS.

[Masta' C]

Re: Spontaneous Warmoth Build...Something A Bit Different!

#lifehappens, but this project is officially back on the bench!

Bridge, control plate, pots, and strap buttons are installed, but I ran into a small issue with the last batch of Tru-Oil I used to finish the neck, so I'm in the process of sanding it down slightly and applying some fresh coats.

Also, I just finished drafting up a proper outline for the custom pickguard. Now I just have to figure out how to get it made!





Concept:

[Mincer]

Re: Spontaneous Warmoth Build...Something A Bit Different!

Happy that this project is back, and looking great!

[orpheo]

Re: Spontaneous Warmoth Build...Something A Bit Different!

#lifehappens, but this project is officially back on the bench!

Bridge, control plate, pots, and strap buttons are installed, but I ran into a small issue with the last batch of Tru-Oil I used to finish the neck, so I'm in the process of sanding it down slightly and applying some fresh coats.

Also, I just finished drafting up a proper outline for the custom pickguard. Now I just have to figure out how to get it made!





Concept:

YESS That looks super-cool! better than the tele PG.

[allstarrme]

Re: Spontaneous Warmoth Build...Something A Bit Different!

Also, I just finished drafting up a proper outline for the custom pickguard. Now I just have to figure out how to get it made!

Get a cheap band saw. That will rough cut the pick guard then use a drill and small jewelers saw for the holes. A nice scroll saw works good too. Then get a nice scraper blade from stew-Mac and smooth the edges and get the bevel right. Leave a little extra at the edges at first to play with. It takes a bit of work but it’s better than paying someone to make it full custom and the tools are useful to have.

[muttznmongrelz]

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A little bit Elliot Easton, a little bit Jeff Beck and a little bit Fender '51. Unique and way cool with the SSS set up. Will look forward to seeing it completed.

[GuitarDoc]

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I do like your custom PG design, but I have to admit that I like the Tele style better on your guitar. Makes it look more custom hybrid rather than cheap-China-Strat-wanna-be.

[Masta' C]

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...cheap-China-Strat-wanna-be.

Ouch! But thank you for your input.

Another option I had originally considered was using the stock Tele guard and creating an oversized chrome "pickup ring" that would fill in the space between the Floyd and the pickguard to mimic the large, rectangular bridge plate of the regular Tele.

However, I think that way is a bit less flattering overall...too bulky and distracting. Here's a visual mock-up with the Tele PG and a custom pickup plate (excuse my crappy photoshop skills):



I think I like the fully custom PG a lot better. Thoughts?

[muttznmongrelz]

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Concept:

My two cents; this looks boutique and retro while channeling the Kramer E.E. Pro I, Jeff Beck's Charvel Spectrum and the more recent Fender Pawn Shop '51.

[Chistopher]

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Both designs have their charms, but I'd lean towards the Tele pickguard if you're using a bridge humbucker and the new pickguard if you're using a single coil.

[Masta' C]

Re: Spontaneous Warmoth Build...Something A Bit Different!

My two cents; this looks boutique and retro while channeling the Kramer E.E. Pro I, Jeff Beck's Charvel Spectrum and the more recent Fender Pawn Shop '51.

I appreciate that. I think you totally get it

Both designs have their charms, but I'd lean towards the Tele pickguard if you're using a bridge humbucker and the new pickguard if you're using a single coil.

Definitely sticking with a single coil in the bridge spot.

In fact, I'm going to go with white singles in the neck and middle with a black single in the bridge spot as a subtle homage to the old-school Yamaha Pacificas

[GuitarDoc]

Re: Spontaneous Warmoth Build...Something A Bit Different!

I still like the Tele guard but without the chrome ring on the bridge pup.