You asked for it, and now you got it! Mike is offering a 5-day, action-packed, non-stop, wood-working extravaganza here at his Colorado Studio! During this course you will build your own dream electric guitar!

The class project will be a solid body with bolt on neck, however throughout the week Mike will demo dozens of different techniques and construction options. You can choose to build one of Mike’s standard models (Rock Caster, ICON or Flak Jacket) OR design your own body, headstock and truss rod cover! If you choose to design your own, you will need to have a good idea of what shape you want when you come to class, and the design will be subject to approval to ensure that your instrument will be properly balanced with good sound. You will also learn to route your guitar to hold the hardware and pick up(s) configuration of your choice.

You will learn:

• how a guitar works
• the basic geometry of an instrument and how to be creative within these guidelines
• how to apply your knowledge to plan your instrument
• how to choose good tonal wood
• techniques for solid, chambered and semi hollow bodies
• how to work with patterns and jigs
• complete fret work
• set up
• wiring
• how to choose your hardware (what works with what and why)
• how to finish your instrument with natural wood or custom paint options
• and much much more!!

We will supply all materials to build the body, neck and fingerboards including fret wire and truss rods. You will need to provide your bridge, pickup(s), hardware, tuners and strings.

Make Your Own Electric Guitar in a class with Mike!!

Due to the time frame, we will not be able to complete a custom paint job on the guitar. You can choose a natural wood finish, or go home with a guitar primed and ready for paint.

Dates: Wednesday April 8 – Sunday April 12
Time: 9 – 6 PM daily
Location: Mike’s studio in Boulder County CO

Seats in this class are VERY limited. The cost of the course is $1200. If you are ready to reserve a seat, or if you have any further questions, please contact me.

Phone: 303.828.0370
Email: info@learnairbrush.com
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