Fiddly bits!
This week has been a week of fiddly bits! I’ve just
completed the tailpiece for Alan’s mandolin and visually I’m very pleased with
combination of ebony, cocobolo and brass. What I can do with these tailpieces
is shape them to complement the head shape. The main thing is, however, it
gives a really firm anchor for the strings which I’m convinced helps sustain.
I’ve also put together these two rosettes; this one is for
Sean’s twin-point.
More on this later........
posted by Gary Nava, Luthier at 4:12 pm
1 Comments:
Your craftsmanship and attention to detail are truly inspiring! It’s fascinating to follow your process, from selecting premium tonewoods like red spruce and Indian rosewood to the intricate work on rosettes and tailpieces. The way you balance tradition with innovation—like introducing a new mandolin model—is a testament to your artistry as a luthier. I can’t wait to see how Project X turns out, and I’m sure it will be a stunning instrument with incredible tone and playability.
If you ever need high-quality exotic woods for your builds, be sure to check out Exotic Wood Zone—they offer an amazing selection of premium tonewoods perfect for fine instruments. Keep up the amazing work!
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