These resonator cover plates are lasercut from 18 birch plywood, and are designed and manufactured in the usa in the c. Resonator cigar box ukulele plans pdf build projects. I made a tenor with a spruce top that i took down to 1. Building a resonator guitar mandolin ukulele is different design philosophy to a purely acoustic one. You may be thinking that plans published in a guitar mag in 1976 arent quite old enough to qualify as historic. Free ukulele plans pdf download informer technologies free download ukulele plans pdf files at software informer powerful building and drafting tools help design professionals quickly create plans according to standard building practices. These resoukes were recorded only acoustically with the k and k sound meridian microphone system, twin spot and or the aloha twin. The jag doublecut is a solid mahogany electric guitar for 2 x p90 pickups.
Before starting the steps to make this instrument, it is recommended that you read through all of the steps. Cigar box guitar ukulele resonator cone kit drummond. The four main types of ukulele are soprano, concert, tenor, and baritone. I increased the cone size to an 8 inch beard cone on the second one and it made all the difference. Free guitar plan download by jaguitars john anthony. Resonator cover plate bytown instruments bytown ukulele. As usual, youll also find fascinating makers inside, like the maniacs on our cover, the hackers behind the popular power racing. Make volume 33 features our special software for makers section covering apps for circuit board design, 3d design and printing, microcontrollers, and programming for kids. If members want further explanation, use ukulele tuner to visually demonstrate how each string makes a specific sound by going through each g, c, e, and a strings. I just got a resonator uke, and im enjoying playing a lot of old standards on it, like aint misbehavin, aint she sweet, puttin on the ritz, basically any song with an apostrophe in the title. The simple set neck design is very effective, think les paul junior for sound quality.
Youll learn to brace the top, build the body, fret the neck and apply a simple finish. These ukulele kits feature all the parts needed to assemble a fully functional ukulele, you will need to supply the finish materials sandpaper, paint, glue. A down and outward pluck with the pad of your right thumb generally on the g or c string a downward motion using your right hand fingernails over the high strings generally on the c, e, and a strings. If youre considering purchasing a ukulele, you should consider which size is right for you and what style suits you best, as not all ukuleles look or play the same. This is a drawing of the second succesful attempt at kens baritone sixstring resonator. Its a fun project to do together, and leaves them with a usable instrument and lots of great memories when you are finished. Foreword thank you for requesting the instructions to make your very own diy travel ukulele. This plan was made after a martin ukulele from the 40s. The body and especially the top on a resonator is to be built heavy so as not to produce sound. But once i got started, i experimented with how i could build it without the specialized equipment that many guitar builders use.
The spruce jie en the 1 last update 20200405 leeillustration. Ive been asked a lot of questions about how to build one over the years. Pdf precision bass electric guitar plan fender cad. First attempt to change a uke into a resonator uke. Woodworking is a skill, that may have a while to perfect the craft especially if youre attempting to work it out all on your own. Woodworking isnt just a fun procedure to indulge in, but is also a fantastic vehicle to express individual creativity.
Thank you for requesting the instructions to make your very own diy travel ukulele. Santa cruz ukulele songbook free pdf ebook download. Downloadable assembly instructions and bracing plans for our stewmac ukulele kits. County must include scaled floor plans and a scaled plot plan. Pdf precision bass electric guitar plan fender cad guitar plans. Part of the board was translucent where the sap had aged. Pdf dwg and dxf guitar plans for electric, acoustic, bass, classical, arch top, plus violin, banjo, ukulele. Actually it was a very very very cheap toy guitar and i didnt know what to do with it. Cigar box guitar page john anthony guitars, luthiers plans. Superior quality chrome cover plate w walnut biscuit bridge perfect for that custom resonator build. Resonator cigar box ukulele plans pdf build projects super.
Resonator instruments are notoriously difficult to amplifynot only because of the acoustic properties, but also because of the space and access limitations. Ukulele plans these are the drawings i used to build my tenor ukulele you can download this profile as a png file which you can use with the free eval. A resonator ukulele or resophonic ukulele is a ukulele whose sound is produced by one or more spun aluminum cones resonators instead of the wooden soundboard ukulele topface. My friend pat hawley encouraged me to try to build a ukulele having an experienced guitar builder such as pat to turn to for advice gave me the courage to build one. The soprano is the most popular size and is what most people picture when they think of a ukulele. Full 4string resonator cone, bridge and cover plate kit for cigarbox guitar or ukulele. King circa 1920 stepbystep instructions from the early 1900s, including a detailed diagram, on building a cigar box ukulele. When printed at full size, you can take measurements right off the plans. Cover plate mounting screws included soundhole screens not included. Resonator cigar box ukulele plans pdf our woodworking experts show you how no cc required resonator cigar box ukulele plans pdf complete instructions from start to finish. The schatten biscuit bridge resonator pickup, made in canada, is warm and balanced. These are the drawings i used to build my tenor ukulele.
When youre done, youll have a great sounding ukulele. Download the pdf if you plan to view or print the plan. Concert size ukulele body template in pdf format ukulele, body. If your ukulele is not in tune, no amount of effort or hard work will help you sound better. Our goal is to bring out the voice of the wood, while providing passive amplification. This gives a powerful sound when amplified and over driven. Concert size ukulele body template in pdf format ukulele. These instruments are sometimes referred to as dobro ukuleles, however the term dobro is currently trademarked by the gibson guitar corporation. The resonator ukulele is a descendant of the resonator guitar. Brass resonator ukulele cover plate for single cone resonator ukulele or cigar box guitar. I have searched for ages on line for some free plans but havent found any apart from the stew mac template and being that i am just starting out i need a whole set of plans with detail.
Ive done a cursory search looking for buildrepair pics or plans but not coming up with much. Im not going to write step by step plans on how to build it, but i will give give some hints and helps. A little larger than most, it is known for its slightly deeper tone that differs from the typical, higher pitched ukulele sound. Resonator ukuleles lessons, songs, books, links and ukulele. How to make a hawaiian ukulele the onestring banjo, the cigarbox guitar, and similar vaudeville favorites are giving way to the tantalizing ukulele, and the home mechanic, to be up to date in his musical craftsmanship, must fall in line.
The plans below lighten the bracing to provide a more responsive instrument. Kala unveils a new baritone, a special edition tenor, and. Want to build a cigar box guitar, but dont know where to start. Before you purchase any woodworking plans, be certain that you carefully check the project dimensions. These instruments are sometimes referred to as dobro ukuleles, however the term dobro is currently trademarked by the gibson guitar corporat. In turn, there is a good chance your confidence will deflate. The design and construction is similar to an acoustic guitar, but faster and easier. The folding ukulele was designed by origami expert brian chan and is produced by ponoko lardys ukulele of the day a year ago foldable guitar, how cool is this. To create accurate fullsize plans of each, enlarge the drawings until the 12inch ruler in each one is exactly 12 inches long.
Mar 19, 20 making a crazy custom guitar the most complex electric guitar ever. When it comes time to choose your own tenor ukulele, there are definitely a few things to keep in mind. A ukulele kit is an excellent way to get into instrument building. Beltona resonator instruments, cambridge house, 980 bradford rd, birstall wf17 9pd united kingdom. Hi all, a friend has asked if id be willing to build him a wood body resonator. These ukulele cover plates do not require a tailpiece. Here are the complete steps toward building a 3stringed musical instrument, taught and inspired by the andy mackie music foundation. Ukulele woodworking plans, woodworking projects for beginners. Id love to do another diy instrument if you have plans to post any. A resonator ukulele or resophonic ukulele is a ukulele whose sound is produced by one or more spun aluminum cones instead of the wooden soundboard ukulele topface. Gold tones mission is to inspire everyone to give a voice to their musical ideas through the medium of our fretted instruments of the highest quality, offered at the fairest prices possible. Wooden resonator guitar plans or design options frets. At first i searched online for free ukulele plans, i did not find much variety, and the.
Either set of plans is adequate to build a soprano ukulele. Homemade resonator ukulele w instructions well, i got bored one day and after watching a couple youtube videos of people playing their own homemade resonator ukuleles, i decided to take my old laminate harmony ukulele and try this idea out. But i have no idea of the real neck to body joint, so i drew a dovetail mortise and tenon. The strings provided are for standard ukulele tuning. Build the ukulele with a younger aspiring player in your family. Top quality guitar, bass and other stringed instrument plans drawn at actual size and with every detail required to build your own stunning instrument. I tried to keep it as simple as possible for someone to make, so i avoided using a router or having an angled headstock. Pdf precision bass electric guitar plan fender style. The tenor ukulele is one of the most common types of ukulele on the market today. If i do this i dont want to just slap something together, i want to build it right. The ukulele plans require basic to expert woodworking skills depending on the specific guitar project undertaken. They were published in the februarymarch 1948 edition of the science and mechanics magazine. If members play with the tuners on the head of the ukulele, ukuleles wont sound right or strings could snap broken instrument. Protection plan documents will be delivered via email within 24 hours of purchase.
Free electric ukulele plans ukulele underground forums electric ukulele pics. All plans can be downloaded for free as pdf files that print on paper 36 inches by 24 inches. Biscuit bridge resonator s dont generally use one but there are no rules for home brewed instruments. This listing is for the printed paper plans version of my michael j king tenor ukulele 4 x a1 printed paper sheets full size, folded for easy delivery anywhere in the world. Click on the image below to view the printable pdf document for these plans. I took my travel ukulele design and cut off the back portion.
Building a travel ukulele circuits and strings john bushko may 22, 2016 at 9. Continue reading cigar box ukulele plans by charles a. This guide suggests pad of gridded paper 4x4 grid 4 lines to the inch. Every element placed in the plan has commonly used defaults to make the design process efficient. This is pretty cool i got this piece of old pine board from the dumpster where an old greenville building was being remodeled. I try to turn the resonator covers out of a solid piece of wood but sometimes i have to glue up a bookmatched piece. The ukulele is a fourstringed hawaiian instrument in the lute family with roots in the island of madeira in portugal. I have also developed body shapes with a more modern design aesthetic. Jan 16, 2014 seven of my resoukes with several different configurations.
If you are looking forward to many joyful days of being outdoors, watching hard work and care turn into a fine boat youll spend even more joyful days in, now is a good time to give it a try. A wood resonator guitar with a sound well and a spider bridge is what would be appropriate for a dobro. Cover plate is 638 in diameter with a chromeplated finish. The result is a resonator ukulele that still retains the acoustics of a woodbodied instrument. Pdf j185 gibson style acoustic guitar plan cad guitar plans.
After careful testing, we chose a national cone for its clear tone, long sustain, and lively voice. This instrument sounds wonderful when played solo fingerstyle, and it shines when put up against the volume of a banjo or mandolin in a music circle. Download our free plans to build a cigar box guitar today. Oaktown strings ukulele and guitar plans oakland ca.
Plans are only valid for new or certified refurbished products purchased in the last 30 days with no preexisting damage. Gold tone was founded by wayne and robyn rogers, who still operate it to this day. Where can i get a good set of plans that will show me how thick to make the sound board, and how to brace it correctly. Sometimes, it is in the slightly out of tune toy piano or ukulele where we. Nov 16, 2015 41 thoughts on backpacker travel ukulele pingback. One minor difference is that the martin plans have a martin headpiece while the generic plans have a generic rectangular headpiece. Always read the ukulele plans carefully and make sure that there is enough information provided for you to be able to complete the project before you invest in materials. Both sets of plans are very similar in terms of bracing, body shape, top and back thickness, etc. Only 4 strings so maybe not a guitar but a ukelele.
That way, you will have a high level view of the process and will know the destination before you start. Also, meet our new arduinopowered rovera robot and get started with raspberry pi. Foldable guitar, but it looks more like an ukulele. It is specifically designed for a biscuit bridge resonator instrument. That said, i have no idea how a real resonator is builtbraced etc. How to build a strumstick musical instrument homemade. If youre new to building, heres a tip that every instru ment builder knows or finds out the hard way.
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