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MAKING THE RESPONSIVE GUITAR by Ervin Somogyi
The second volume in a two-volume set of books that set out the principles and methods of building fine hand-made guitars. This volume is about how to build a guitar, from the first step to the ..more... - available as a special order -- normally ships within 7-10 days
sku: 49-333149 $140.00
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MAKING THE RESPONSIVE GUITAR BOXED SET by Ervin Somogyi
This limited edition silver-embossed, facsimile-autographed, slipcase holds both books (49-333148 & 49-333149). These books are essential for anyone who is interested in a comprehensive account ..more...
sku: 49-333136 $265.00
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MANUAL OF GUITAR TECHNOLOGY - THE HISTORY AND TECHNOLOGY OF PLUCKED STRING INSTRUMENTS by Franz Jahnel
A very comprehensive overview of acoustic guitar construction. Begins with a historical review of guitar development, moves into an extensive section on materials (including 700 wood types, ..more...
sku: 24-69 $70.00
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STEEL-STRING GUITAR CONSTRUCTION by Irving Sloane
Acoustic six-string, 12 string, and arched-top guitar manual filled with the basics and knowledge needed to build these guitars. Illustrated throughout. 128 pp. ..more... - out-of-stock, more coming soon
sku: 24-25 $27.95
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STEP-BY-STEP GUITAR MAKING by Alex Willis
Making an acoustic guitar is much easier than most people suppose, and this straightforward guide shows you how. The guitar described is the ever-popular steel-stringed OM cutaway model with 14 ..more...
sku: 309-18 $22.95
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THE ACOUSTIC GUITAR HANDBOOK - HOW TO BUY, MAINTAIN, SET UP, TROUBLESHOOT, AND REPAIR YOUR GUITAR by Paul Balmer
The first hands-on how-to manual devoted to acoustic guitars. Covers all types of acoustics including classical, steel string, archtop and acoustic/electric. Gives excellent advice on buying an ..more...
sku: 49-333370 $25.00
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THE ART OF TAP TUNING - HOW TO BUILD GREAT SOUND INTO INSTRUMENTS by Roger H. Siminoff
Book/DVD pack. Explains tap tuning and how to use it to obtain the very best tonal qualities when building acoustic string instruments. Begins with a treatise on musical acoustics and takes you ..more... - out-of-stock, more coming soon -- normally ships within 7-10 days
sku: 49-331478 $34.95
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THE CENTURY THAT SHAPED THE GUITAR by James Westbrook
Explores the history of the 19th century guitar through nine special instruments from The Guitar Museum. Very well-written and researched. Period photos, newspaper write-ups and more are ..more... - out-of-stock, more coming soon -- normally ships within 3 days
sku: 612-2 .. list $49.99 ours $45.00
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THE ELECTRIC GUITAR HANDBOOK by Paul Balmer
This is the first hands-on how-to manual devoted to all electric guitars. This guidebook shows owners and dreamers the basics of selecting and buying electric guitars; maintenance and repairs ..more... - available for pre-order
sku: 49-333374 $25.00
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THE FENDER BASS HANDBOOK: HOW TO BUY, MAINTAIN, SET UP, TROUBLESHOOT, AND MODIFY YOUR BASS by Paul Balmer
A hands-on how-to manual devoted to the legendary Fender electric bass guitar. This guidebook shows you the basics of selecting and buying basses; maintenance and repairs such as tuning, ..more... - available as a special order
sku: 542-283 $25.00
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THE FENDER STRATOCASTER HANDBOOK, 2nd EDITION: HOW TO BUY, MAINTAIN, SET UP, TROUBLESHOOT, AND MODIFY YOUR STRAT by Paul Balmer
An updated and expanded edition of the first hands-on how-to manual devoted to the legendary Fender Stratocaster. This guidebook shows owners and dreamers the basics of selecting and buying ..more...
sku: 49-333858 $27.00
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THE FENDER TELECASTER HANDBOOK: HOW TO BUY, MAINTAIN, SET UP, TROUBLESHOOT, AND MODIFY YOUR TELE by Paul Balmer
A hands-on how-to manual devoted to the Telecaster. Shows owners and dreamers the basics of selecting and buying Tele casters. It covers maintenance and repairs such as tuning, setting ..more...
sku: 542-284 $25.00
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THE GIBSON LES PAUL HANDBOOK: HOW TO BUY, MAINTAIN, SET UP, TROUBLESHOOT, AND MODIFY YOUR GIBSON AND EPIPHONE LES PAUL by Paul Balmer
A hands-on how-to manual devoted to the famous Gibson Les Paul, in production since 1952. Shows owners and dreamers the basics of selecting and buying a Les Paul; maintenance and repairs such ..more...
sku: 542-281 $25.00
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THE GUITAR PLAYER REPAIR GUIDE - 3RD REVISED EDITION by Dan Erlewine
Book/DVD pack. Newly expanded edition of this indispensable step-by-step manual for maintaining and repairing electric and acoustic guitars and basses. Learn how to adjust your own truss rod, ..more...
sku: 49-331793 $32.99
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THE LUTHIER'S HANDBOOK by Roger H. Siminoff
For the instrument builder, this book explores the secrets and science behind making good sounding acoustic string instruments. Describes the structural and acoustical attributes of air ..more...
sku: 49-330538 $24.99
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THE RESPONSIVE GUITAR by Ervin Somogyi
This book is about the physics, dynamics, acoustics and construction of the guitar. It's about the mechanics of tone; what materials to build with, when to add or remove wood for maximum ..more... - available as a special order -- normally ships within 7-10 days
sku: 49-333148 $140.00
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FAQ; FIDDLE CARE AND SETUP by Michael Hoffheimer
An owner's manual for fiddlers, this guide covers basic instrument maintenance, upkeep and adjustment. It offers rules for preserving instruments and preventing costly damage, discusses fiddle ..more...
sku: 02-21441 $7.95
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THE ART OF TAP TUNING - HOW TO BUILD GREAT SOUND INTO INSTRUMENTS by Roger H. Siminoff
Book/DVD pack. Explains tap tuning and how to use it to obtain the very best tonal qualities when building acoustic string instruments. Begins with a treatise on musical acoustics and takes you ..more... - out-of-stock, more coming soon -- normally ships within 7-10 days
sku: 49-331478 $34.95
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THE FIDDLETREE by Otis A. Tomas
CLEARANCE PRICED! SAVE $10.00! Book/CD pack. Cape Breton based fiddler-luthier Otis Tomas is a modern-day Rennaisance man. In this incomparable book he displays a rare combination of talents - ..more...
sku: 261-23 .. list $35.00 ours $25.00
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VIOLIN OWNER'S MANUAL - THE COMPLETE GUIDE
Here's the book that should have come with your violin! Written by a team of instrument makers, repairers, and musicians, this comprehensive guide will help you select, understand, preserve, ..more...
sku: 49-330762 $14.95
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