Me and my dad redrilled the tuner holes on an old guitar with a handrill, he insisted on helping out after watching my shit plan to convert 8mm holes to 10mm ones in my living room, and it was a mayor pain in the butt to get it done that way, watching this video convinced me that obeying Mark's tips is the smarter thing to do from now on
I hear ya! Manual tools are cheaper and easier to store and take up less room, but nothing beats using the *correct* tool for the job. I don't know HOW many holes I've trashed trying to expand them by hand. 🤦♂
Some time could you explain (or show in a future vid) how you made the different paint stands you use to hold the guitars? One looks like PVC. Both look like great alternatives to the "meat hook" method!
I’ve modded a couple of those Les Paul Specials and one of the things I like to do is move the toggle switch to the traditional LP location which leaves the control layout open to something more like the ESP/LTD Eclipse models. I like to have two volumes and a toggle because I use the toggle similar to your killswitch.
I picked up the 'toggle as a kill switch' from Ace Frehley. 😀But John 5 first introduced me to a push button as a specialized kill switch on a guitar. It's a simple, but really cool effect.
@@TheStrykerProject I dont know how I go through as many guitars as I do and still have not been exposed to a push button killswitch. Gotta try one soon.
That red neon single cut is sick brotha, I dig the finish! And those copper tone hardware pieces on the other single cut are killer!!! I bet they would look sick on a sandblasted black ash top guitar man , really rustic look to them!!!!
Riff challenge would be some good content. Then have a vote link. I just got my four year old his first guitar. He likes strumming away at it in open G tuning at the moment but the spark I’m music has been lit. Your doing great things here on RUclips. And James’s idea for giving the guitar to a kid is awesome.
I love that orange Les Paul. I've been looking at some orange paint for a guitar and that shade you used is really close to the one I have in my head. Keep up the great work.
Nissssssssssssssssssce 🍻 Every episode is just freaking fantastic!🏆 Do riff challenge for the Jackson V for the kid players! It be great to see what riffs they come up with!
Certain 24 fret guitar necks can be bolted on to a 22 fret guitar! As long as the both necks (the original 22 and the new 24 fretter) share the same 'butt' length. Meaning the extra 2 frets on the 24 overhang the 'regular' 22 fret neck length, if that makes sense. In order for this swap to be accomplished, the 24 fret neck HAS to have the longer fretboard, (with overhang) and the same length neck, at the butt end. There are plenty of them out there, that would work. You will also need to make sure that you have enough room, where your pickups are mounted. There are a lot of factors to consider, but it can be done!!
hey mark that is a couple really sick looking Les Paul’s and I do not even like Les Paul guitars lol now you’re going to make epiphone jealous with some of those awesome finishes you’re doing, can’t wait to see at least one or two of the lefties that you’re working on on the show especially that left-handed Randy Rhoads I saw in the background keep up the great work
My 10 year old son and I love this channel- we have a few guitars we are modding with ideas from a few of your episodes! My idea for the kid/guitar give away. Post the tabs for one of your own songs riffs - have the kids submit (with parent permission/help) a quick video of them playing “your riff” and have your viewers vote. Specify the video be a close up of the strumming hand/guitar so no one’s face is I the video for privacy reasons….
That Ice Crackle is my favourite for sure! As far as the guitar giveaway, you should do a video entry. People can nominate a kid they know and the kid (with parental permission to avoid any pesky laws about minors) has to work for it, explaining why they want it. If they're already a guitarist, maybe they can show off some skills they already have
Here’s a question that was spawned by a question you answered in this video. Would it be possible to put a 24 fret neck from a 25 1/2 scale on a body that would usual have a 22 fret 24 3/4 scale? The numbers can’t be too far off. Looks like you’ve got the parts to dry fit a few to see if it could work.
Mark, I love the show and I love your attitude. Thank you so much for sharing your skills! I do have a question for your FAQ: how did (and do) you handle things when your projects just weren't working out? Was there ever a time when you just wanted to throw in the towel on painting and customizing guitars?
Great episode. My first guitar was an Epi LP too (circa 1995). I wanted silver sparkle (think Everclear Santa Monica), but it was pricier, so I got a burst. I'm making guitars now too and I can't bring myself to touch it. I'd LOVE to see you do a taped off EVH style guitar WITH crackle...combo texture. I've watched a bunch of your stuff and I don't think I've seen it. Link me if you've already done it! Keep up the GREAT work.
Hey man, I really like your show! Have the kids send in a video of themselves playing there favorite riff/song, you weed out the top 10 or 5, get a poll going with all your viewer to choose a winner... I'd like to see that! If you're like me, it's only about shredding, I like a good rhythm groove as well.
Yay! My Les Paul made the intro! Great episode, as always! I really wanted to win this week’s giveaway, but the next one is right around my birthday! Fingers crossed!
hey, i’m saving up for an epiphone les paul custom and i was wondering what is the best way to refinish it ( full sparkle/glitter finish either black or red) or how much it would cost? thanks if you read this lol
I think the idea of a kid getting a guitar is pretty sweet, man! I know my son really gets in on watching me play mine, and that would definitely be a contest I'd love to get involved in. He's 9, and I know a good guy that can give him lessons (not me, I'm not that good...). So, I play a game called Rocksmith to kind of learn some of the stuff I play (I take normal lessons too). Maybe have some kids learn a simple song on there, record it, and enter it. Or just learn a simple song and play along with the music in the background enter it in that way. You know, give them that first incentive to try, and see if they like it, and if they do, enter it, and they get a chance at a brand new guitar! I think it'd be neat to sit down with my son and have him learn a very simple song on my guitar and enter it into the fray!
Have you had any experience with wood filler shrinking after you paint the body? Also what's the fastest way to strip the paint on a guitar in your experience?
Dudes and Dudettes guitar guts brings you the molten lava and iced earth crackle guitars or what I like to call scorpion and subzero this was an awesome episode Mark and as always I look forward to next week's episode I'd like to give an idea for the Jackson contest but I can't think of any ideas right now and I kind of am afraid of getting made fun of but I think this concept is a great idea it's a great way to build a passion for music if you're a kid that is already interested in music as I was when I started playing guitar at ten years old and I believe this contest is going to be a great way to amplify their passions for music quite literally 😁\m/ and I thought the two guitars you showed today were pretty cool stay safe stay well stay awesome and as always rock on my friend thank you for doing this show thank you for doing what you do and thank you for being so cool. \m/
How did the Guyker hardware hold up? I’m currently rebuilding a 7 string mockingbird, and was aiming for a black top with mahogany sides and back paired with aged copper hardware. I was eyeballing Guyker as an option
I like the rig you have for painting. So you can do the whole body and rotate the guitar everwhere you need. What do you suggest for painting set neck guitars?
I like the iced earth finish. I would like to know how you manage to get fine lines with the painters tape, cause I often get a little bit of bleed with the paint
Hey Mark, you should have a rock off with the kids and have a readers poll so the viewers can vote a winner. Present the top 25 or so video rock off entrees.
Late gang here, do you know anything about doing crackle colors other than black & whatever Montana Paint makes? I had a crazy idea for a hot pink crackle (I don't care if people think that's foolish lol) that I'd like to do or have done some day. Keep up the good work, sir!!
Hi my name is Guy Warnow, I live in Playa del Carmen, near Can Cun Mexico. I am doing the same, rescue old guitars and giving them a pimp up. Is there a way to contact you through other means? Saludos cordiales Guy
Nicely ✔ i 💘 YOU AND the show my Brother in 🎸 arm's 😆 naw i want too send you my Jackson js30 from 2000s when they 1st started putting sharkfin inlays on lower end models but it plays amazing but pots are going out, and the bridge pick-up (original) is out wiring maybe the issue Idk! It's thru body bridge some emgs n killswitch would be amazing better tuners and a different paint on headstock would be neat or a crackle black n green have been my colors but RR is black with white Bevels?
Im disabled and run an exotic animal rescue just can't afford too do myself man i live check too ✔ and barely get too eat but i play guitar cause it's always sparking my memory and helps with my disability can you help brother?
Hey Mark, I sent a follow up Email about my Ibanez RG170 Black and Green swirl project. If you could give me an update on the New ETA. That would be awesome. Thanks for your time Anthony
Aint going to lie, the crackle paint is getting a bit boring, it's like most of the guitar you do are crackle paint, it's very repetitive Now even big brand started doing a lot of those, and i think it's just boring
Me and my dad redrilled the tuner holes on an old guitar with a handrill, he insisted on helping out after watching my shit plan to convert 8mm holes to 10mm ones in my living room, and it was a mayor pain in the butt to get it done that way, watching this video convinced me that obeying Mark's tips is the smarter thing to do from now on
I hear ya! Manual tools are cheaper and easier to store and take up less room, but nothing beats using the *correct* tool for the job. I don't know HOW many holes I've trashed trying to expand them by hand. 🤦♂
Some time could you explain (or show in a future vid) how you made the different paint stands you use to hold the guitars? One looks like PVC. Both look like great alternatives to the "meat hook" method!
Oh yeah! I'd also love to see more detail about the spray booth and tools used for painting (or any tools, for that matter)!
I’ve modded a couple of those Les Paul Specials and one of the things I like to do is move the toggle switch to the traditional LP location which leaves the control layout open to something more like the ESP/LTD Eclipse models. I like to have two volumes and a toggle because I use the toggle similar to your killswitch.
I picked up the 'toggle as a kill switch' from Ace Frehley. 😀But John 5 first introduced me to a push button as a specialized kill switch on a guitar. It's a simple, but really cool effect.
@@TheStrykerProject I dont know how I go through as many guitars as I do and still have not been exposed to a push button killswitch. Gotta try one soon.
@@presmasterflash7555 Yep, same here! I have never seen a guitar, in person, with a kill switch. But I plan to have one this year. 😁
@@TheStrykerProject iVe seen them live in the wild, lurking in the shadows and hunting it’s prey but I just haven’t played one and tried to use it
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Dude, thank you so much!!! I've learned so much from watching your shows.
congrats man. Some nice stuff in that bundle.
Congratulations William Foster! What an awesome prize package!
As verbs the difference between trash and thrash
is that trash is (us) to discard while thrash is to beat mercilessly.🤘🔥🎸🔥🤘
Also if you just keep doing what you are there is no way you will fail at this man. Just keep it up your passion will keep this alive trust me.
That red neon single cut is sick brotha, I dig the finish! And those copper tone hardware pieces on the other single cut are killer!!! I bet they would look sick on a sandblasted black ash top guitar man , really rustic look to them!!!!
i love the iced earth paint job....some pearl or tiny sparkle flake in the blue would be wow!!!!
This show makes me enjoy Thursdays as much as Fridays!
Uhh I hate that you always do crackle or splatter but... you are as passionate as they come, I love what your doing.
Riff challenge would be some good content. Then have a vote link.
I just got my four year old his first guitar. He likes strumming away at it in open G tuning at the moment but the spark I’m music has been lit. Your doing great things here on RUclips. And James’s idea for giving the guitar to a kid is awesome.
First time watching. I’ve been doing the same thing for 20+ years. I use auto paint ( in a auto body shop) I like how you do it.
Honestly dude, those have to be my favorites you've done! It's so simple but different, those would definitely be something I'd play.
Loved both Les Pauls but the iced earth one is super bad ass!
The Ice Les Paul has the perfect crackle that I'd like to do. I just feel like the crackle is so unpredictable that I'm afraid to do it.
I like both of them. I believe the red one is my favorite. Good job on both of them.
That Orange is badass!!! Both are sweet guitars! Congrats Will!!! Awesome as always Mark!!
I could watch your videos for hours man
your a talented person. the white crackle with blue is cool as hell
You rock Mark. On my current V full build. I didn`t know you had signature kill switch. Going to put one on the V. Sweet
I love that orange Les Paul. I've been looking at some orange paint for a guitar and that shade you used is really close to the one I have in my head. Keep up the great work.
Nissssssssssssssssssce 🍻
Every episode is just freaking fantastic!🏆
Do riff challenge for the Jackson V for the kid players! It be great to see what riffs they come up with!
Certain 24 fret guitar necks can be bolted on to a 22 fret guitar! As long as the both necks (the original 22 and the new 24 fretter) share the same 'butt' length. Meaning the extra 2 frets on the 24 overhang the 'regular' 22 fret neck length, if that makes sense. In order for this swap to be accomplished, the 24 fret neck HAS to have the longer fretboard, (with overhang) and the same length neck, at the butt end. There are plenty of them out there, that would work. You will also need to make sure that you have enough room, where your pickups are mounted. There are a lot of factors to consider, but it can be done!!
hey mark that is a couple really sick looking Les Paul’s and I do not even like Les Paul guitars lol now you’re going to make epiphone jealous with some of those awesome finishes you’re doing, can’t wait to see at least one or two of the lefties that you’re working on on the show especially that left-handed Randy Rhoads I saw in the background keep up the great work
Love the game in the background of the Patreon bit. And I love the hardware. Excellent choice
Awesome as usual, Mark!!
The iced earth les paul was my favorite 👌
for the frosty crackle'd one, it would look sick with blue anodized guitar hardware imo
looks amazing man! keep it up i love the videos
That copper hardware is awesome
These guitars are SOOOO cool. Very well done. Keep em coming mate.... cheers.
My 10 year old son and I love this channel- we have a few guitars we are modding with ideas from a few of your episodes!
My idea for the kid/guitar give away. Post the tabs for one of your own songs riffs - have the kids submit (with parent permission/help) a quick video of them playing “your riff” and have your viewers vote. Specify the video be a close up of the strumming hand/guitar so no one’s face is I the video for privacy reasons….
Love these crackle finishes
That Ice Crackle is my favourite for sure!
As far as the guitar giveaway, you should do a video entry. People can nominate a kid they know and the kid (with parental permission to avoid any pesky laws about minors) has to work for it, explaining why they want it. If they're already a guitarist, maybe they can show off some skills they already have
Congrats William!
Here’s a question that was spawned by a question you answered in this video. Would it be possible to put a 24 fret neck from a 25 1/2 scale on a body that would usual have a 22 fret 24 3/4 scale? The numbers can’t be too far off. Looks like you’ve got the parts to dry fit a few to see if it could work.
You ain’t crackle lackin! Ha!
Mark, I love the show and I love your attitude. Thank you so much for sharing your skills! I do have a question for your FAQ: how did (and do) you handle things when your projects just weren't working out? Was there ever a time when you just wanted to throw in the towel on painting and customizing guitars?
Great episode.
My first guitar was an Epi LP too (circa 1995). I wanted silver sparkle (think Everclear Santa Monica), but it was pricier, so I got a burst. I'm making guitars now too and I can't bring myself to touch it.
I'd LOVE to see you do a taped off EVH style guitar WITH crackle...combo texture. I've watched a bunch of your stuff and I don't think I've seen it. Link me if you've already done it!
Keep up the GREAT work.
Hey man, I really like your show! Have the kids send in a video of themselves playing there favorite riff/song, you weed out the top 10 or 5, get a poll going with all your viewer to choose a winner... I'd like to see that! If you're like me, it's only about shredding, I like a good rhythm groove as well.
Yay! My Les Paul made the intro! Great episode, as always!
I really wanted to win this week’s giveaway, but the next one is right around my birthday! Fingers crossed!
I like the aged copper look
hey, i’m saving up for an epiphone les paul custom and i was wondering what is the best way to refinish it ( full sparkle/glitter finish either black or red) or how much it would cost?
thanks if you read this lol
I think the idea of a kid getting a guitar is pretty sweet, man! I know my son really gets in on watching me play mine, and that would definitely be a contest I'd love to get involved in. He's 9, and I know a good guy that can give him lessons (not me, I'm not that good...).
So, I play a game called Rocksmith to kind of learn some of the stuff I play (I take normal lessons too). Maybe have some kids learn a simple song on there, record it, and enter it. Or just learn a simple song and play along with the music in the background enter it in that way. You know, give them that first incentive to try, and see if they like it, and if they do, enter it, and they get a chance at a brand new guitar! I think it'd be neat to sit down with my son and have him learn a very simple song on my guitar and enter it into the fray!
Love that Ice crackle
your crackle has improved a lot i think
The compliment each other great, Awsome vids 👍
Love your channel!!!
Have you had any experience with wood filler shrinking after you paint the body? Also what's the fastest way to strip the paint on a guitar in your experience?
The only thing I'd really change is doing a teardrop burst and not a perimeter burst.
Mark just video yourself giving that Jackson to some kid that is taking lessons at a local shop that is totally dedicated and deserves it
Is this a scam thing because the contact number changed?
Dudes and Dudettes guitar guts brings you the molten lava and iced earth crackle guitars or what I like to call scorpion and subzero this was an awesome episode Mark and as always I look forward to next week's episode I'd like to give an idea for the Jackson contest but I can't think of any ideas right now and I kind of am afraid of getting made fun of but I think this concept is a great idea it's a great way to build a passion for music if you're a kid that is already interested in music as I was when I started playing guitar at ten years old and I believe this contest is going to be a great way to amplify their passions for music quite literally 😁\m/ and I thought the two guitars you showed today were pretty cool stay safe stay well stay awesome and as always rock on my friend thank you for doing this show thank you for doing what you do and thank you for being so cool. \m/
How did the Guyker hardware hold up? I’m currently rebuilding a 7 string mockingbird, and was aiming for a black top with mahogany sides and back paired with aged copper hardware. I was eyeballing Guyker as an option
The ice one is cool !
i have the white one on my wall! i’m so glad my dad won it
I like the rig you have for painting. So you can do the whole body and rotate the guitar everwhere you need.
What do you suggest for painting set neck guitars?
for the giveaway, have the kids do a 30 sec original riff contest!
I like the iced earth finish. I would like to know how you manage to get fine lines with the painters tape, cause I often get a little bit of bleed with the paint
Hey Mark, you should have a rock off with the kids and have a readers poll so the viewers can vote a winner. Present the top 25 or so video rock off entrees.
I would definitely recommend a dual action airbrush as it allows for way better control. Love your videos!
That Jackson with the zebra pickups behind you is your own? I can't find it on the website, so I'm assuming it's not for sale. 😄
I've been talking alot to my friend about this channel
i just shot one flur orange crackle over bright neon blue,so weird tho i just finished that one yesterday and i started with same guitar pretty much
This channel is badass
Great show!
Late gang here, do you know anything about doing crackle colors other than black & whatever Montana Paint makes? I had a crazy idea for a hot pink crackle (I don't care if people think that's foolish lol) that I'd like to do or have done some day. Keep up the good work, sir!!
Killer episode.
Amazing results 🤩
Awwww yea!!!!T2T time!!!🔥🤘👍
Firey red guitar rocks I like it I like it 👌
Hi my name is Guy Warnow, I live in Playa del Carmen, near Can Cun Mexico.
I am doing the same, rescue old guitars and giving them a pimp up. Is there a way to contact you through other means?
Saludos cordiales
Guy
What compressor do u use for using ur air brush
How did you like the locking tuners I have seen them on Amazon but, was afraid they were cheap Chinese crap
Just discovered your channel and i am absolutely loving it!! Would love to send one of my guitars to you one day
Aren't you worried about using a ordinary fan for your exhaust being a explosion hazard??
another cool video... my idea to give away the jackson v have them send in a video entry.
alright now refinish a 1957 les paul
I like your white one you did very beautiful and sharp too!!!
Can't fault it,,,, nice
BadAss
Nicely ✔ i 💘 YOU AND the show my Brother in 🎸 arm's 😆 naw i want too send you my Jackson js30 from 2000s when they 1st started putting sharkfin inlays on lower end models but it plays amazing but pots are going out, and the bridge pick-up (original) is out wiring maybe the issue Idk! It's thru body bridge some emgs n killswitch would be amazing better tuners and a different paint on headstock would be neat or a crackle black n green have been my colors but RR is black with white Bevels?
Im disabled and run an exotic animal rescue just can't afford too do myself man i live check too ✔ and barely get too eat but i play guitar cause it's always sparking my memory and helps with my disability can you help brother?
Generally hate Les Pauls but these are cool.
Man I got an ltd arrow that I would love to see what you would come up with I got used
You fancy trying a Cloth Top? 🤘
Iced earth!!!!
whats with lefty rhoads ?
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do a riff challenge . give a drum track and let kids come up with riff and everyone votes
Ayy let's go
For the kid contest, my 15 year old daughter plays guitar. Is she young enough to qualify?
The red guitar would have been sweet without the crackle😥
i asked to soon about lefty
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Hey Mark, I sent a follow up Email about my Ibanez RG170 Black and Green swirl project. If you could give me an update on the New ETA. That would be awesome.
Thanks for your time
Anthony
@GuitarGuts
Link the screamo band lololol
the txt number thing real?
No, sorry.
Algorithm
Aint going to lie, the crackle paint is getting a bit boring, it's like most of the guitar you do are crackle paint, it's very repetitive
Now even big brand started doing a lot of those, and i think it's just boring