TRASHED Gibson Les Paul Guitar is Rebuilt! - Complete Time lapse Video

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  • Опубликовано: 21 янв 2025

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  • @bigdguitars
    @bigdguitars  3 года назад +25

    Want an awesome project guitar? Watch this video comment on it and subscribe! ruclips.net/video/C_Cn1i2nleQ/видео.html

    • @GriffMJ
      @GriffMJ 3 года назад

      BigD..... just done a Honey burst on Ash. I used angelus dye, cellulose sanding sealer and a first coat of tru oil. I am having a problem with the open grain still being a bit tacky after two days? Any advice?

    • @conartist267
      @conartist267 2 года назад

      Wonderful restore. Much improved. A couple of question if that’s ok?
      We’re you able to save the serial number?
      Could you have gotten away without taking the neck off? Cheers from Australia!

    • @WTPFIF
      @WTPFIF 2 года назад

      Any help would be appreciated sir

  • @ronyeahright9536
    @ronyeahright9536 4 года назад +810

    pretty amazing restore, and even more incredible that he did it in just over 16 minutes.

    • @forrestanderson7840
      @forrestanderson7840 4 года назад +38

      It was his first one .he has it down to 12 minutes now. In the trash in 20min

    • @cvescio17
      @cvescio17 4 года назад +9

      @@forrestanderson7840 I was really hoping this was an r/whoooosh.. :(

    • @TMoody
      @TMoody 4 года назад +1

      I'm dead..... BWAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA!

    • @kurtisr2339
      @kurtisr2339 4 года назад +3

      And stealthy! SO QUIET. (AWESOME work!)

    • @Cronposh
      @Cronposh 3 года назад +9

      Why did this make me laugh it's such a stupid joke

  • @BradAngove
    @BradAngove 5 лет назад +1016

    Full fretboard removal and everything hey? You’re a mad man.

    • @bigdguitars
      @bigdguitars  5 лет назад +187

      When I popped off the neck I almost had a heart attack.

    • @joshkjohnson
      @joshkjohnson 5 лет назад +34

      @@bigdguitars it was a pretty loud pop.

    • @jjdillon2007
      @jjdillon2007 5 лет назад +12

      Brad, I think Derek is sorry he didn't refinish this LP in a "outer space and planets" theme. 😊😀

    • @74dartman13
      @74dartman13 5 лет назад +10

      @@bigdguitars my heart skipped a beat when that thing popped!👍😎🎸🎶

    • @bigdguitars
      @bigdguitars  5 лет назад +7

      JJ Dillon hhahhahah.

  • @Spankedchicken
    @Spankedchicken 5 лет назад +395

    The legend of Gibson’s quality control goes on...

    • @TheEngarn
      @TheEngarn 5 лет назад +6

      The Drumming Sasquatch those inlays look like it could be a counterfeit but might be just my impression from the vid...

    • @survivor030406
      @survivor030406 5 лет назад +16

      More like ebayer dumpster dived behind Gibson factory and found a reject to sell.

    • @ronaldhickman9953
      @ronaldhickman9953 5 лет назад +3

      Not recently....

    • @ShockMe1994
      @ShockMe1994 5 лет назад +6

      survivor030406 they wouldn’t throw anything in a dumpster, that would go into a wood chipper if deemed unworthy and they lock their dumpster anyway

    • @pault8470
      @pault8470 5 лет назад

      The Drumming Sasquatch not the new ones their shite

  • @magatas8648
    @magatas8648 2 года назад +34

    Hes my dad, proud of u daddy

    • @hosoiarchives4858
      @hosoiarchives4858 8 месяцев назад +1

      He’s amazing

    • @jimcoppa6946
      @jimcoppa6946 3 месяца назад

      You're a good child and you have a very talented father

  • @corail53
    @corail53 4 года назад +49

    That wood around the binding at 3:18 could very well be factory. I have seen some horrendous stuff on a few Gibson's that should have never made it out of the factory. You did an awesome job giving it a new life by the way.

    • @phayzyre1052
      @phayzyre1052 2 года назад

      I was thinking the same thing! Feel free to read the comment I just posted.

  • @12south31
    @12south31 5 лет назад +287

    It's not even my guitar but my heart started beating really hard when he popped the neck off!

    • @kennethturner7942
      @kennethturner7942 4 года назад +6

      I know! I kept thinking it was going to break!

    • @pablopistacio5661
      @pablopistacio5661 4 года назад +2

      Yes , I thought it was going to break !

    • @johnkruton9708
      @johnkruton9708 4 года назад +7

      EXACTLY!! The neck CRACK got me to go OOOOMMMMM... then when I saw the end result of separation with no damage I was like AHH yeah!!!

    • @qwerty6789x
      @qwerty6789x 4 года назад +1

      felt like my heart stopped when i've heard the cracking sound

    • @batterypwrlow
      @batterypwrlow 4 года назад +2

      It was more horrific to watch than a scene from a horror movie where the killer is sneaking up behind the main character with a knife.

  • @gtrman12887
    @gtrman12887 5 лет назад +149

    "It looks pretty dark..."
    Sir...it looks PERFECT!!!

  • @hillbilly224
    @hillbilly224 5 лет назад +65

    I hope someone from quality control at Gibson is watching this

  • @brianwilkey5691
    @brianwilkey5691 4 года назад +63

    That’s one of the best looking Les Paul’s I’ve ever seen. You did a great job with it. Love the finish.

  • @SimonMac
    @SimonMac 3 года назад +4

    Wow - I'm so impressed. Not just by your amazing skill, but also by the perseverance! 12 Months!? Sheesh! Hat's off! Fantastic results - looks amazing!

  • @MrUltraworld
    @MrUltraworld 5 лет назад +127

    I've been a Luthier since 1977 ( I was 15). I worked for 4 yrs for a guy that made Cello's and Violins, then I began my own repair business.
    I just watched this video, and I'm really impressed with your work. It's nice to see a young person continuing the tradition. Best wishes!

    • @johnkratz2476
      @johnkratz2476 4 года назад

      Luthier? Nice try, Fred. I know what you REALLY are! 😂

    • @bratislavdragic3059
      @bratislavdragic3059 4 года назад

      This comment is EXACTLY like saying Plane engineer? I know, I was working in a shipyard when I was 14....

    • @denboe2894
      @denboe2894 4 года назад

      So you were 19 when you got out there ..... C'mon don't encourage the guy.

  • @lancemclean5700
    @lancemclean5700 5 лет назад +167

    I am not typically one for dark colored bursts but you knocked this one out of the park.

    • @bigdguitars
      @bigdguitars  5 лет назад +12

      thanks thats the only burst that would work with this.

    • @DarkoP9.13
      @DarkoP9.13 5 лет назад +2

      @@bigdguitars Sunset burst ey? :)

    • @mikerotchburns7287
      @mikerotchburns7287 5 лет назад +2

      @@bigdguitars maybe you can try a smokehouse burst?

    • @GuitarosaurusRex
      @GuitarosaurusRex 5 лет назад +1

      My thoughts exactly... fantastic refurb....

    • @precisionbrown6829
      @precisionbrown6829 5 лет назад +2

      After all that work, I’d have definitely made it a gold top first

  • @markbundy1694
    @markbundy1694 5 лет назад +91

    Art from beginning to end!!!! The Picasso of Luthiers...

  • @louiscoetzee7198
    @louiscoetzee7198 4 года назад +18

    Man that guitar looks amazing, awesome job on the restore! I was cringing when he removed the neck from the body, was like a scene from an emergency room lol

  • @zmix
    @zmix Год назад +1

    Wow. Bravo, that was a serious undertaking.. 15:22 - glad you said it.. I don't want to seem like a troll..!

  • @iaingartshore1578
    @iaingartshore1578 5 лет назад +147

    Unbelievable I dint even think that was possible to disassemble and rebuild you sir are a very talented craftsman.

  • @Les537
    @Les537 5 лет назад +198

    Quality content. I would have watched this in real time as a 20 part series.

    • @bigdguitars
      @bigdguitars  5 лет назад +24

      In the description I put the playlist that has the longer vids.

    • @jordandangelo180
      @jordandangelo180 5 лет назад +3

      Me too. This is without one of the best videos I’ve ever seen in 2019. Incredible work sir and really fun to watch. 👏🏽 👏🏽 👏🏽

    • @DjDestinyChicago
      @DjDestinyChicago Год назад

      I would’ve as well 👍

  • @tedvanmatje
    @tedvanmatje 5 лет назад +67

    People often say: "if I could turn back time, I'd do something different..." - I work as an electronics tech, absolutely love working in the trade with a passion.....but, if I could turn back time and do something different, I'd do this. Building guitars is one thing - restoring them is a different kettle of fish. There's a lot of blood, sweat and tears but the end result is worth it.
    That's some great Craftmanship skills you've got there mate! Many thanks for sharing this video....that Gibson looks better than a bought one!
    +1 to you sub list btw! :)

  • @doglifehub
    @doglifehub 3 года назад +5

    Seeing how a guitar is constructed has given me more respect for my own instruments. Great video! You have some enviable skills!

  • @JCB04359
    @JCB04359 4 года назад +6

    You guys are doing a very nice job of BUILDING Justin Johnson's Signature JackDaniels guitars.......I lived in Germantown TN (Shelby County) and in Gallatin TN (Sumner County)...many trips to take friends etc to see where and how it is made, I Love the work you guys have done! Been listening to Justin Johnson since he was on YT..

  • @KB-kc7ou
    @KB-kc7ou 5 лет назад +735

    Who else winced when neck cracked...

    • @bigdguitars
      @bigdguitars  5 лет назад +70

      Me!!! Imagine I was doing it

    • @hedbangcentral5334
      @hedbangcentral5334 5 лет назад +9

      Yup, reminded me of why i'm scared to go to a chiropractor

    • @walshy2116
      @walshy2116 5 лет назад +1

      Kevin B oo oo over here! I did!

    • @shaalis
      @shaalis 5 лет назад +5

      ohh yeah. I think I pooped a lil'.

    • @MikeCarpenter222
      @MikeCarpenter222 5 лет назад +2

      My rear end definitely puckered a little bit...

  • @sydneyposey2522
    @sydneyposey2522 5 лет назад +33

    I love it when someone brings a guitar like this back from nothing, "trash" into a Guitar that'll be cherished and used for a long time to be.

  • @elbik95
    @elbik95 5 лет назад +65

    Dude with the amount of work you put into this guitar and your skills, you should've made a new one! hahah awesome video, very entertaining

    • @bigcatdaddy76016
      @bigcatdaddy76016 5 лет назад +1

      He couldn't tell the story of its restoration though....Even Erlwine from Stewart Mac would approve of this restoration.

  • @Fogertian
    @Fogertian 3 года назад

    Oh! ... I was watching this ... and suddenly I thought I was in a Gibson Factory episode ... until You "pop up" ... This is true love for a classic guitar. Perfect job here !!! SUPERB !!

  • @gregoryb2999
    @gregoryb2999 4 года назад

    Justin sent me here. I've wanted a tele for 35 years. Nice work and playing man. Thanks for taking care of these gems.

  • @stevemoore7564
    @stevemoore7564 5 лет назад +38

    Hoss that was awesome I can only imagine the real time that actually took to rebuild love this video and outstanding Job! You are a master of the trade!

  • @hhattingh
    @hhattingh 5 лет назад +215

    Gibson should hire and pay you high dollar to do their quality control.

    • @sweatysam6264
      @sweatysam6264 5 лет назад +15

      I already work for Gibson and the people they're awesome but the managment there is to be desired for his is best to be abroad.

    • @hhattingh
      @hhattingh 5 лет назад +9

      @@sweatysam6264 i agree. Generally any issues with a company starts at management.

    • @ronaldhickman9953
      @ronaldhickman9953 5 лет назад +2

      They need it for sure....

    • @BaconatorJames
      @BaconatorJames 4 года назад +3

      @@sweatysam6264 You did kind of define every place I've worked at. Gibson would be a cool namebrand to work for, but the factory floor seems to be pretty miserable. Interesting & super noisy, but ultimately "jesus, this task again?" sad.

    • @blumeattempt9805
      @blumeattempt9805 4 года назад +2

      @@chrisryan1439 I bought 2 months ago a Les Paul Studio, and I had to put it back because came with a long scratch. Sad story.

  • @mr.mcfisticuff7678
    @mr.mcfisticuff7678 5 лет назад +5

    There's something so awesome about a aburst rubbed on by hand like that. They always looks so unique and often beautiful.

  • @bluesdawg8014
    @bluesdawg8014 3 года назад +1

    You definitely have the right tools, You also have control over the tools Good work 71 year old Blues guitarist Los Angeles

  • @malcolmlowe1935
    @malcolmlowe1935 4 года назад +7

    Whilst you were playing at the end there, I was relieved when you said that you had reversed the wiring. I thought I was going mad hearing neck PU sounds coming out of the bridge PU. Nice video.

  • @davehendricks7023
    @davehendricks7023 5 лет назад +17

    Still remember when you started this glad it finally got done.

  • @cullentheirishman6396
    @cullentheirishman6396 5 лет назад +46

    I almost cried when you stripped the cherry sunburst off, but the refinish looks awesome.

    • @bigcatdaddy76016
      @bigcatdaddy76016 5 лет назад +4

      Me too, but the beauty was reborn in the restoration....love the tobacco burst now.....I'd buy it!!

    • @avgjoegeek71
      @avgjoegeek71 5 лет назад +12

      I didn't - it looked like a cheap Chibson popscicle before.

  • @donvanco3078
    @donvanco3078 5 лет назад +37

    Damn dude - talk about a major re-do!

  • @brucelang1201
    @brucelang1201 Год назад +1

    Dedication at its ultimate this guy has so much passion for what he does and his work says it all.

  • @theftking
    @theftking 4 года назад +2

    That... was incredible. Every time I thought you'd broken it down to base parts, you took it a step further. There was always something else to remove, and oof, Gibsons, everything is glued together XD. Watching you pop off that neck... oh god. Insane; instant sub.

  • @PhilippeBoissonneault
    @PhilippeBoissonneault 5 лет назад +38

    Whoa, one of the best restore i've seen! You're the man!

  • @gtrfreak2914messiah
    @gtrfreak2914messiah 4 года назад +14

    Damn, that dark finish is so rich. So pretty

  • @8MinuteAxe
    @8MinuteAxe 4 года назад +17

    Amazing job. I do setups and general repairs for friends and students. My wife watched this with me and said 'you should do that, you'd be good at it'. I can't think think of anything that I'm suited for worse than guitar restoration. Your attention to detail, methodical approach, and patience is absolutely fascinating. I was born and I am still wired as a sprinter, not a marathon runner. Dont mean to make this about me. Your talent is admirable sir! Stay safe and healthy.

  • @azliwinchester2100
    @azliwinchester2100 3 года назад +3

    wow...you really brave enough man..The fretboard removal was the climax of this video to me. after all, I know that you got the high level of confident and know what you are doing. Great job man! Take care

  • @scottrheinberger5429
    @scottrheinberger5429 4 года назад

    Usually I find these restoration videos boring. But yours blew my mind!!!! The amount of work you conducted on that guitar was amazing . Well done!!!

  • @budandbean1
    @budandbean1 5 лет назад +16

    Truly some very fine work! Your fretboard binding is just outstanding, that’s the way to really do it correctly. Just a wonderful restoration Derek.

  • @aliataciciek
    @aliataciciek 4 года назад +8

    He just did the fret knibs while refretting. This is my second time watching this video and I'm once again impressed as hell. Insane skills, I love it!

    • @filthyaxe
      @filthyaxe Месяц назад

      First time I've seen someone take the time to do the nibs. Awesome.

  • @Apoll022
    @Apoll022 5 лет назад +11

    I think the colour is absolutely perfect!!! I've never ever liked les Paul's EVER! untill I saw this.... My god what an exceptional looking guitar mate and just sounds absolutely stunning Id happily have one of these

    • @RKDriver
      @RKDriver 4 года назад +1

      There's a lot of us who love that deep, dark wood grained look done like this.

  • @Gledii
    @Gledii 4 года назад +2

    i wouldnt call a restore. it looks incredibly better than before. what a great finish. amazing job

  • @stevevallance6326
    @stevevallance6326 4 года назад

    Did I tell you yet that I watch your videos to relax and calm down amongst these insane times. I have a new product I am selling, but I’m so relaxed I can hardly type. Lol. Thanks

  • @brianpetersen3429
    @brianpetersen3429 5 лет назад +4

    Some fine craftsmanship resulting in a beautiful instrument. You brought it back from the dead.

  • @craign8ca
    @craign8ca 4 года назад +4

    Wow, when I read rebuild, you weren't kidding!! This is the most extensive rebuild that I've seen on RUclips.

  • @sergiobarquero3400
    @sergiobarquero3400 4 года назад +14

    The finish on that guitar🔥🔥🔥 i’ve never seen that color on a Les Paul 😍 its very unique 👏🏼

  • @michaeloakes3667
    @michaeloakes3667 3 года назад +1

    There are three kinds of Luthier level that attain this level of finish:
    1) Luthier - standard
    2) Master Luthier - Specialist
    3) You - A Master Luthier aspires to become like you.
    Bloody great work!

  • @axxxlsakurai457
    @axxxlsakurai457 Год назад

    It's gorgeous! The project is nearly like building a whole guitar but remained the old guitar sound.

  • @DENIEL381
    @DENIEL381 5 лет назад +6

    ALL I CAN SAY IS AMAZING PATIENCE.... AS I CAN'T DRAW A STRAIGHT LINE WITH A RULER SO THIS IS JUST AMAZING PERIOD.

  • @shawnengland7496
    @shawnengland7496 5 лет назад +5

    This was both the most stressful and beautiful thing I’ve watched in a while. It turned out great man!

  • @chrismononen663
    @chrismononen663 5 лет назад +12

    I didn't stop watching until the end, and I too was shakin' when you removed the neck. What a great looking guitar.

  • @TeamCat1128
    @TeamCat1128 3 года назад +2

    Amazing! Watching a master craftsman is such a treat. Thank you for sharing the rebirth of the beautiful guitar.

  • @javakian45
    @javakian45 3 года назад

    I am no expert but his attention to detail and level of craftsmanship are top notch. Great video.

  • @zacharycaltrider6336
    @zacharycaltrider6336 5 лет назад +4

    Hands down one of the top 5 most beautiful guitars I’ve seen easily you should very proud to rebuild/own it!

    • @banjopops67
      @banjopops67 5 лет назад

      I agree. Top 5 for me too, it's gorgeous.

  • @bunnys1980
    @bunnys1980 5 лет назад +5

    Never thought I would ever actually see such an overhaul!
    You take no bullshit !
    Respect

    • @hwdwins63
      @hwdwins63 5 лет назад +1

      You seem to be one of the few with the correct response. This was an overhaul, not a restoration. A restoration is when something is returned to it's original condition. The finish is far from original in color or burst. The end result looks amazing, but it is not a restoration.

    • @bunnys1980
      @bunnys1980 5 лет назад

      Yup, I believe it's the right word to say, since EVERYTHING came apart.
      Neck, fretboard, binding!
      It's definitely an overhaul.
      I have never seen anything like that before

  • @barrywebber100
    @barrywebber100 4 года назад +8

    That was fascinating and awesome!
    Your skills are amazing and it was very enlightening to see what was involved to give back that guitar some TLC!
    All that work makes it a unique and bespoke instrument thanks to your wonderful artistry.
    Thank you for posting.

  • @mboyer68
    @mboyer68 4 года назад

    Excellent video, excellent work :-)
    I saw a video where the guy heated the frets by adding solder to the fret. It worked! It transferred heat faster to the bottom of the fret where the glue is!

  • @skullheadwater9839
    @skullheadwater9839 4 месяца назад

    Respect on doing the nibs, as someone who has refretted a number of guitars, this is a whole lot more work!

  • @bobmutton7394
    @bobmutton7394 5 лет назад +5

    Great craftsmanship, you did a fantastic job of that. Well done!

  • @stevenqirkle
    @stevenqirkle 5 лет назад +5

    That’s some serious skill. Looks even harder than building a guitar from scratch!

  • @jeffhreid
    @jeffhreid 5 лет назад +7

    When the neck came off with that sickening crack, I flinched. 😂 great job on the restoration!!

    • @bigdguitars
      @bigdguitars  5 лет назад +3

      I should have had a camera on my face...

  • @andrewlee3037
    @andrewlee3037 3 года назад +1

    you obviously put ALOT of time and effort into this guitar, doing things that even pro guitarists would have no idea of what went into this process! when you talk about what you 'couldve done better' and point out 'flaws' for everyone to look at...while extremely humble of you, you're selling yourself short! ( dont address your 'mistakes', because if you didnt, noone else probably would've even noticed). Matto-o-fact..THIS video has DE-inspired me to do the same to a Hondo 2 les paul i have that severely needs work! ( i assumed that the process would be rainbows and dandelions)...but nope....not only do i not have the time or $, but the BINDING was enough to stop me cold ... you did an amazing job dude! ...again, don't reveal what you feel are 'flaws' or 'shortcomings'. that is a damn nice guitar that you did a damn good job on!. if you can't be proud of yourself, well then... i am proud for you, because again, you did an awesome job!

  • @dog61
    @dog61 4 года назад +1

    I didn't think the finish was going to look good while he was doing it, but it came out really nice. I'm in awe of people with the kind of skills people have to be able to do this kind of work.

  • @bogobogo833
    @bogobogo833 4 года назад +4

    Damn.. i love how it took you 16 minutes to build this... being a professional pays off

  • @bakstabbath
    @bakstabbath 5 лет назад +9

    That turned out great! Kind of a Smokehouse Burst before Gibson started using it.

  • @StratMaster77
    @StratMaster77 5 лет назад +8

    The most incredible restore I have ever seen! That looks beautiful! I almost looked away when the neck was popped off though. It was painful to watch. Great work and amazing talent.

  • @antoniodiaz-me5ye
    @antoniodiaz-me5ye 4 года назад

    Beautiful Les Paul and the color is killer! Congratulation, your skill is as a 'Luthier' is of the highest quality. Keep the video rolling...

  • @russclark6780
    @russclark6780 4 года назад

    Blown away by the attention to detail on the neck binding. Brilliant work.

  • @Bob_at_OZDiggzguitars
    @Bob_at_OZDiggzguitars 5 лет назад +8

    condensed version of the project that taught me how to peel a fretboard...good times.

  • @markmccawley2526
    @markmccawley2526 5 лет назад +4

    Oh the sound of the neck popping out!! Geeze. Love the content!

    • @jasonbuck5256
      @jasonbuck5256 5 лет назад

      Mark McCawley yeah, that sound was kinda sickening. I’m sure that it why he included it.

  • @randylopez2433
    @randylopez2433 5 лет назад +8

    This was a fascinating video! I had to turn the sound down though!

  • @CTLive
    @CTLive 4 года назад

    Its folks like you who make this world a special place, a lot of work went into the video not including the guitar... just a pleasure to watch and I learnt tons, thank you.

  • @andrewbendahan1379
    @andrewbendahan1379 3 года назад +2

    Loved that you remade the fret nibs. That's an important part for me

  • @rll1971
    @rll1971 5 лет назад +4

    Dude, I thought you snapped the neck when it released from the joint. Well done. I like the darker finish.

  • @brianbeecher500
    @brianbeecher500 4 года назад +7

    This dude has skills good job, and for me i can relate never happy with your own work...me as a master fabricator and machinist im also never happy with the details of certain aspects of my own projects but we as a whole are such perfectionist that we loose site of the over all picture its only when it comes full circle when we see the before and after then we pat ourselves on the back....good job dude keep up the good good work, btw id be proud to own it and youve kinda inspired me to refurbish my tama drum kit for im a musician as well, youve given me some good idea's on how to address some of the issues with my birch kit....well done brother god bless...😎🤘🙏🙏🙏

  • @marcelomarquesrangel
    @marcelomarquesrangel 4 года назад +115

    05:09 I had a little heart attack watching.

  • @belthezaire
    @belthezaire Год назад

    You'll probably never see this comment, but this makes me wish I had a Les Paul to send you to refinish. I love this rich walnut look. Outstanding work.

  • @amysainz9737
    @amysainz9737 3 года назад

    I have never seen anyone do something like that on youtube. I applaud you for even taking on a project like that kuddos.

  • @CommercialForest
    @CommercialForest 5 лет назад +8

    And to think 🤔 I get a little nervous removing a bolt on neck. I’ve never messed with a glued in neck but I’ve seen enough wood panel glue ups where the wood fiber breaks while the glue line holds, to freak me out.

  • @Wargasm644
    @Wargasm644 5 лет назад +10

    Man. That was amazing. Don’t think I’ve got the sack to dive into something this labor intensive and nerve racking. Lol. I’d rather go in debt buying a new one. Less stressful 😂
    Oh! Love that burst. Absolutely badass👊🏻

  • @Ensoniqdude
    @Ensoniqdude 5 лет назад +7

    Once I saw that it was a Gibson “Standard”, I agreed it was worth the refurb. Absolutely NO Gibson “Studio” is Worth that amount of effort. Excellent job. I couldn’t do this.....I don’t have enough clamps. Lol

  • @BuildingRenaissanceLeaders
    @BuildingRenaissanceLeaders 4 года назад

    Just getting into guitars and taking Justin Johnson’s finger picking course. I am looking forward to upgrading so I am glad Justin guided me to your channel so I can learn about this great instrument.

  • @888jimm
    @888jimm Год назад

    Thanks for posting this..... amazing job!!!.
    I will never again think Gibson Les Paul's are expensive....

  • @kfoxin3545
    @kfoxin3545 4 года назад +19

    5:09 my heart cracked for a moment O_O

  • @gabrieltoneguitars9365
    @gabrieltoneguitars9365 5 лет назад +6

    That guitar sounds perfect to me. Great Job!

  • @Mosedig
    @Mosedig 5 лет назад +4

    I feel like I owe this a like and a comment, at the least, after all you went through. I do like that color.

  • @Magnum_Opus_Music
    @Magnum_Opus_Music 3 года назад

    Amazing work! I bit my nails when you tried to pull the neck off 😅 Great craftmanship over here and super nice result 💯🎸

  • @MrGTO-ze7vb
    @MrGTO-ze7vb 4 года назад +1

    Great rebuild..!! showing all your techniques and tools is a great lesson.. Enjoy your Re-Paul

  • @patrickkish6662
    @patrickkish6662 5 лет назад +8

    I used to work at Gibson in the finish repair department. We actually used a heat lamp to bubble up and remove the finish. Just saying

  • @verdatum
    @verdatum 4 года назад +11

    "You poor poor quilted maple, I'm coming to save you!"
    I would not have bothered on this project, but good on you.

  • @abelstrd
    @abelstrd 4 года назад +8

    When I heard that neck crack I was like; "oh shit 😲!" I know I wasn't the only one.

  • @jameshuntley6044
    @jameshuntley6044 4 года назад

    Restoring history and making the guitar even better is the work of a true master, brother you have a truly superior knowledge, skill, and gift!

  • @combatmedic3347
    @combatmedic3347 2 года назад

    An artist and his project. Way beyond good, dude...up there into the realm of wood wizard...watching that fret work was very educational. Thank you for sharing your talent on the tube so this Florida guy could say, 'Wow" beyond awesome!

  • @electroKrunch
    @electroKrunch 5 лет назад +4

    For popping a neck on acoustics, I saw a guy rig ball inflator needles for steam. Would that work in a case like this?

    • @billbertolino8946
      @billbertolino8946 5 лет назад +2

      Yep! I made a neck steaming rig for $3.76. I used an empty metal 16 oz paint can from Lowes, a rubber grommet, a length of plastic tubing and a needle inflator for basketballs/footballs. I removed the fret above the neck/body joint, and drilled 2 small holes in the fret slot, put my can full of water on the stove and had at it. Worked like a champ!

    • @electroKrunch
      @electroKrunch 5 лет назад

      @@billbertolino8946 Very cool! And inexpensive!!

  • @cgavin1
    @cgavin1 5 лет назад +6

    3:47 now I guess I know that koss's 'stripped' burst started out cherry and not tobacco. I love that washed out lemon top as-is. Would totally spray a clear coat over it and rock that. 👍😂

  • @ayeapprove
    @ayeapprove 5 лет назад +7

    probs for doing over fret edge binding. 44 times.

    • @bigdguitars
      @bigdguitars  5 лет назад

      hahah. thanks! gotta do it right!

    • @ayeapprove
      @ayeapprove 5 лет назад

      @ you're right

    • @ayeapprove
      @ayeapprove 5 лет назад

      @@yeknommonkey I've heard it can be fixed with acetone but I've never actually seen such a repair.

  • @johnnycinco723
    @johnnycinco723 4 года назад

    dude, you are a true craftsman. May you get 1 million subs