05May
Here is the first image of a new technique that Mike is trying out. A large guitar manufacturer asked Mike to try to find a process that would work with holographic paper-backed substrate. This is the result. We have several other variations to try as well. Could be a really exciting and diverse finish option!
The Matrix Hologram Laminate Finish
03Apr
The first Learn Mortal Sin Model is complete and went through the test of Rock N Roll last night at CITIZEN PAIN’s rehearsal. Mike says the design in comfortable and this may replace his main stage guitar.
Click on the “On the Bench” Category for “in process” articles
03Apr
Mike was asked to design and paint a custom Charvel to compliment a Charvel sponsored Charger for an upcoming car show. Hopefully this will turn into a small run of customs. Check it out:
25Mar
What a beauty!! Mike finished the Pineapple Express this evening, and wow! This instrument is an ABSOLUTE exotic masterpiece! The natural finish shows off the imported Tasmanian Blackwood and Koa neck straight from Kawaii. The gold hardware is a perfect accent to the rich colors. Check this out!
04Mar
Eric, the new owner of All About the Benjamins sent us a picture of him and his Learn custom!
Eric and "Benjamins"
Not only is Eric a musician, he is also the developer of the Custom Guitar Generator, a really neat software that allows builders to completely spec out an instrument and create a concept “sketch” to present to clients. Mike has used this software for years for presenting ideas to Jackson and Charvel. Eric is in the process of creating a Learn Guitars version of the software for this site. We have a demo version of the software available HERE if you would like to check it out. I will be integrating it into the site further in the coming weeks.
14Feb
Well, the first in the series is complete and had its test run on stage last night! Mike says that it feels a lot like his old Les Paul and shreds!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Here are the SPECS:
- Mahogany Contoured Rockcaster Body
- Curly Maple Low Profile Neck-through
- Floyd Rose R5 Nut
- 16″ Radius
- 24 Fret Ebony fretboard with bullet hole inlays by Parable Guitars (Thanks Huntin Doug)
- Gotoh Tuners
- EMG 81
- Original Floyd Rose with Recessed Brass Big Block
- Jumbo Shreddin’ Frets
- Sustain for days!!!
New @ Mike Learn