Stu's INSANE Quilt-top [Archive] - Schroeder Guitar Forums

imported_DrPCR

07-18-2005, 03:06 AM

man I love those tube tops. Killer top, hmmm the guy who helped you picked it must be a genius.

Here are some of my tube top quilty guitars, and I know Stu's will be just as killer.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v607/drpcr/private%20stock/artistIIIredwhole.jpg

PRS artist III black cherry tubey

and my Driskill tubey quilt

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v607/drpcr/driskill/driskillfull.jpg

imported_Schroeder

07-18-2005, 06:51 AM

Will, I didn't realize how similar Stu's quilt is to your Driskill! I LOVE that guitar man. Absolutely beautiful.
Jason

imported_vangit

07-18-2005, 01:49 PM

Cosmetically that Driskill is the guitar all others should guaged against. And from what Doc says, tone also. Incredible looking gutiar.

BTW, I would like to thank my Quilt Expert for his advice in making my selection :wink:

imported_DrPCR

07-18-2005, 03:59 PM

thanks guys, but I have a feeling that Stu's is going to be tone and eye candy guitar.

hmmm, the color is going to be.... hehehe

imported_Schroeder

07-18-2005, 05:01 PM

Pleasure is all mine Stu! Trust me, it makes you much more careful when you cut a piece of wood like this!! I can only imagine what it is like putting it in a machine to have the machine cut it!! Ron Thorn says that his heart rate still goes up a bit every time he turns on the CNC! It's pretty easy to screw up a few hundred bucks of lumber in a hurry if you aren't careful.

imported_DrPCR

07-19-2005, 01:57 AM

I get the same warm feeling when I use my bone saw, but of course I can't make mistakes or use filler....

imported_vangit

07-19-2005, 03:18 AM

I get the same warm feeling when I use my bone saw, but of course I can't make mistakes or use filler....

Love to see some of those "gallery pics" :twisted:

imported_Schroeder

07-19-2005, 03:25 AM

Yikes! Will, that is crazy what you do. Puts things into perspective for me. I can't even imagine that responsibility.

imported_vangit

07-29-2005, 11:34 PM

Just to let you guys know, my specs are pretty much ironed out and hopefully Jason will be starting on it soon! Jason has been fantastic to bounce ideas off of. If you guys have an idea and want to know if it works, don't heistate to ask Jason!

imported_Schroeder

07-31-2005, 06:19 AM

This top is absolutely stunning in person. Here is a pic of Stu's wood waiting to be thickness planed. Note the ridiculous quilt. So huge and billowy. It is sitting on top of the Tour Guitar. Tour Guitar's neck is to the right. Mitchell is planing Will's top in background.

http://pic7.picturetrail.com:80/VOL208/995811/7918975/106504688.jpg

imported_vangit

07-31-2005, 01:34 PM

It has begun! Awsome!

imported_DrPCR

07-31-2005, 02:12 PM

hey where are the shots of your worker bee workign on my guitar? forget Stu's top ;)

Man excited for both of us getting our JS guitars done. Couldn't be happier that my buddy Stu and I are going to have fraternal twins.

Can't wait to see more pics!

imported_vangit

07-31-2005, 02:38 PM

imported_DrPCR

07-31-2005, 02:59 PM

thanks Stu, I saw those pics after I posted!

hmmm, so you finalize your specs buddy?

imported_vangit

07-31-2005, 03:02 PM

thanks Stu, I saw those pics after I posted!

hmmm, so you finalize your specs buddy?

Enough to get started :D

imported_Big Mike

08-10-2005, 10:50 PM

What a freakin AMAZING top!!!

Way to go buddy! WOOOT!!

Can't wait to see that in the color................................... :twisted:

imported_Schroeder

08-14-2005, 03:29 AM

Stu,
Here are the progress pics for you. The limba is stunning in person. Everything came together nicely in the last couple of days! Here is the top laying on the back prior to glue-up.

http://pic7.picturetrail.com:80/VOL208/995811/7918975/108317045.jpg

And the top clamped and being glued to top early this morning. It was clamped for about 10 hours and I just finished cuting out the body and smoothing the sides. Should be carving the top very soon...

http://pic7.picturetrail.com:80/VOL208/995811/7918975/108317042.jpg
http://pic7.picturetrail.com:80/VOL208/995811/7918975/108317035.jpg
http://pic7.picturetrail.com:80/VOL208/995811/7918975/108317032.jpg
http://pic7.picturetrail.com:80/VOL208/995811/7918975/108317022.jpg

imported_sleepingtiger

08-14-2005, 04:25 AM

Hey Stu,
Are you ready to let us know what the color is yet? Ya big tease!

imported_Shadscbr

08-14-2005, 04:28 AM

It's looking great Stu!

I must say...I'm curious about the color too :)
Shad

imported_JohnnyBoy

08-14-2005, 01:11 PM

Stu, looking awesome! That limba is stunning. I could look at these pictures all day; to see the blanks being glued and then see the body emerge is too cool!

John

imported_Bryan

08-14-2005, 04:34 PM

Wow Stu, you really have killer fiddle going there!!
Excellent job Jason!!

imported_Schroeder

08-15-2005, 05:00 AM

Stu,
I got some work done on your carve tonight but it got late and I had forgotten to eat all day!! :D Yours is the next top to be cared so be prepared for pics in the next couple days!! That top is going to be ridiculous when it is done!!
J

imported_vangit

08-15-2005, 03:46 PM

WOW. Looks amazing Jason, the front and the back.

As far as color, I was originally thinking of something pretty radical. But after seeing how "Pal Ale" is coming out, man I'm digging that! Pale Ale with a dark brazialin neck and ebony board may be the winning color combo.

imported_DrPCR

08-15-2005, 04:02 PM

What Stu? you going back on our color choice, hmmmm, guess I will be the only one with it, hahaha!

Looks great Jason and Stu, in whatever color it will be killer.

imported_vangit

08-15-2005, 04:06 PM

What Stu? you going back on our color choice, hmmmm, guess I will be the only one with it, hahaha!

Looks great Jason and Stu, in whatever color it will be killer.

I know, I know.......my mind goes where the wind blows with my guitar. Color choice, pick-up configs, neck profile.....! I guess the only answer is to order more than one :twisted:

imported_Schroeder

08-18-2005, 04:59 AM

I will keep it simple again!! Here is Stu's guitar after a couple hours of carving, chiseling, grinding, and sanding. Still LOTS of work to do but really starting to take shape. The most significant change from here will be shaping the horns. This really gives the guitar character. This is sanded only to 80 grit (very rough) and it is still showing tons of figure. Looks like a snake skin! This is going to be a beautiful body. One of the best things about using great wood is when it comes to life as you sand it and refine the carve.

http://pic7.picturetrail.com/VOL208/995811/7918975/108902841.jpg
http://pic7.picturetrail.com/VOL208/995811/7918975/108902840.jpg
http://pic7.picturetrail.com/VOL208/995811/7918975/108902837.jpg

imported_Shadscbr

08-18-2005, 12:22 PM

very very sick!! :D

Shad

imported_vangit

08-18-2005, 01:28 PM

Thanks for the update Jason. Looks awsome!

imported_DrPCR

08-18-2005, 06:30 PM

sweet, would look nice in pink ;)

imported_Schroeder

08-19-2005, 05:04 AM

Here is the horn carve progress....

Initial "lay back" of the cutaways:

http://pic7.picturetrail.com/VOL208/995811/7918975/109028400.jpg

Rough-in complete:

http://pic7.picturetrail.com/VOL208/995811/7918975/109028395.jpg

imported_vangit

08-19-2005, 02:36 PM

Man I love watching this thing progress. Thanks Jason. Looks awsome.

imported_Shadscbr

08-19-2005, 02:43 PM

looks Great!!

Stu-- your top really is INSANE!!! I can't wait to see how she turns out...congrats! :)

Shad

imported_JohnnyBoy

08-19-2005, 03:31 PM

Cool pics! As Shad said, looks great and that top is insane. Congrats Stu!

John

imported_Bryan

08-19-2005, 04:06 PM

Another killer body.. :D

imported_DrPCR

08-21-2005, 11:46 PM

sweet body, that shape is really growing on me. I might have to order another one!

imported_Bryan

08-21-2005, 11:54 PM

sweet body, that shape is really growing on me. I might have to order another one!

Thats what I was thinking when I saw your guitar.. :D

imported_vangit

08-22-2005, 12:34 AM

sweet body, that shape is really growing on me. I might have to order another one!

Thats what I was thinking when I saw your guitar.. :D

+ one! I love what Jason is doing to Doc's.

imported_Big Mike

08-23-2005, 11:00 PM

Freakin killer!

imported_Schroeder

09-04-2005, 05:10 AM

Stu - Here is your neck with the ears gluing up. Note how black your neck is!! The darkest of the bunch. It is going to be a gorgeous neck...

http://pic7.picturetrail.com/VOL208/995811/7918975/110868098.jpg

imported_vangit

09-04-2005, 01:24 PM

Love it! Thanks for the update!!!!!

imported_Shadscbr

09-04-2005, 02:13 PM

WOW Stu.....your neck looks awesome.....it will go great with that insane top! :D

Shad

imported_Schroeder

09-20-2005, 05:43 AM

Stu's neck is really coming together nicely! Take a look at how beautiful the neck is. It reminds me of a black horse in the sun where it brings out the brown highlights. Really nice piece of BRW. I radiused the ebpny board and rough shaped the headstock. Stu's is second from teh left. I just thought this was a great view of the headstock color. Will's guitar is to the left, then Stu's, then Shad's 7 string baritone, then Michael's doublecut FATback.

http://pic7.picturetrail.com/VOL208/995811/7918975/112507750.jpg

Here is another photo a little closer up.

http://pic7.picturetrail.com/VOL208/995811/7918991/112507757.jpg

imported_vangit

09-20-2005, 01:35 PM

Thanks for the update Jason. Looks amazing!

imported_JohnnyBoy

09-20-2005, 01:47 PM

Wow! Looking incredible Stu!!

John

imported_Shadscbr

09-20-2005, 01:56 PM

Looks awesome Stu!! What a cool group shot :)

Shad

imported_DrPCR

09-20-2005, 02:16 PM

I'll take them all!!! ;)

imported_Schroeder

10-10-2005, 03:17 AM

Stu, I hope you are sitting down...

I did some refining to Stu's carve today. I am blown away by this piece of quilt. It makes me feel all funny inside!! ;) Seriously I sanded it to 220 and it feels like SILK. Gorgeous hunk of maple. And the flamed black limba back ain't too shabby either!!! :D I also got the back rounded over and the belly carve cut. I just need to fit the neck first so that I can make sure everything lines up (pickups, trem cavity, etc.) Here she is... MAMA!!!!!

http://www.schroederguitars.com/p/images/Stu/body-refined1.gif

http://www.schroederguitars.com/p/images/Stu/body-refined2.gif

http://www.schroederguitars.com/p/images/Stu/body-refined3.gif

http://www.schroederguitars.com/p/images/Stu/body-refined4.gif

http://www.schroederguitars.com/p/images/Stu/body-refined5.gif

http://www.schroederguitars.com/p/images/Stu/body-refined6.gif

imported_DrPCR

10-10-2005, 03:28 AM

you know I helped stu pick that top.

Great work jason, and I'm glad Stu is joining us quilt whores!!

imported_Schroeder

10-10-2005, 03:42 AM

Hey Will!

Man, when the wood is as nice as the stuff you guys are choosing, my work is easy!!

J

imported_sleepingtiger

10-10-2005, 04:13 AM

God, that is gorgeous! Only God COULD make that! I gotta change my shorts!
You know, evety time I see a sweet quilt like that..or mine too, for that matter, I get the inclination to abandon my color & go nude...I mean natural! I didn't mean to scare you people! As much as I love colors, & like the one I'm going with, they DO look so beautiful in their natural state! You GOTTA be goin' nuts Stu! Amazing!....You deserve it!

imported_vangit

10-10-2005, 04:44 AM

Thanks guys. I think you can imagine I couldn't be happier! Yes in deed I did consult with Dr.Quilt for his expertise. And Tony, thanks for clarifting you meant "natural" not "nude". I had a quick vision of a nakid man wearing those boots! :o

imported_Shadscbr

10-10-2005, 04:53 AM

:shock: I think I just sat here for a good 5 minutes straight, just staring at all the detail in that quilt.

You owe Mother Nature a beer for that beauty :D

Shad

imported_sleepingtiger

10-10-2005, 04:54 AM

Not to worry Stu! I couldn't fit into those boots any more than I could fit in the pants I was wearing, hehe!

imported_DrPCR

10-10-2005, 06:29 PM

speaking of nude, I think Jason needs to follow in the footsteps of Joe Driskill...

imported_Shadscbr

10-10-2005, 06:40 PM

speaking of nude, I think Jason needs to follow in the footsteps of Joe Driskill...

LOL, Joe has some killer guitar stands :D

Shad

imported_sleepingtiger

10-10-2005, 07:02 PM

...I think I hear Elizebeth's footsteps approaching! I don't drink anymore, but I'll bet you guys a beer she posts a reply on this subject before Jason doe :lol: s!

imported_woody

10-10-2005, 07:02 PM

Wow.
The quilt remind me of the Fatty Toro Sashimi, delicious
The limba back can tell story on its own, the best I have seem!

imported_Elizabeth

10-10-2005, 09:15 PM

...I think I hear Elizebeth's footsteps approaching! I don't drink anymore, but I'll bet you guys a beer she posts a reply on this subject before Jason does!

Humm... I'm I predictable??? I was actually going to post last night, but my computer was acting up. Tony, I am not sure why you assume I have something to say...

I think it might have something to do with this:
speaking of nude, I think Jason needs to follow in the footsteps of Joe Driskill...

But, to be honest with you, I have no idea what you are referring to. Is there a story behind that?

ANYWAY----

STU- wanted to tell you about your guitar. Just so you know, I had a crazy few days at work. I spent about 10 hours at work on Friday and 13 hours at work on both Saturday and Sunday. I was a little busy this past weekend. I am telling you that because normally I am around, so I see what is going on with your guitars on a daily basis. Bscause I was gone, I didn't follow the process this weekend. So I got to see progress all at once.
I came home last night and Jason was emailing clients, so I took a few minutes to look at the forum, and generally catch myself up. When I saw the pics on your thread, I was blown away. What an incredible guitar!!!! :shock: :shock: I sat there staring at the photos on my computer and I kept thinking, "i bet this looks unbelieveable in person." :oops:
Seriously, I had a LONG day. My mind was not functioning. After looking at the photos for 5 minutes, I finally realized that I could get off my butt and go look at the actual guitar sitting 10 feet away. :? :lol:
So I got off my bum and picked up your guitar. It is 10x better in person. It feels amazing, and the quilt is stunning. I don't even have words for it. It has so much depth and figure ... it is beautiful. I think the only way to fully omprehend what I am talking about would be to hold it in your hands.
So, I think I am telling you that you should come to California to see it in person. That is the only way you will understand. :lol: :wink: :D
Eliz

imported_vangit

10-10-2005, 09:22 PM

When I saw the pics on your thread, I was blown away. What an incredible guitar!!!! :shock: :shock: I sat there staring at the photos on my computer......... . After looking at the photos for 5 minutes, ..........

So, I think I am telling you that you should come to California to see it in person. That is the only way you will understand. :lol: :wink: :D
Eliz

A woman after my heart, staring at guitars!!!!!! :D

If the wife wasn't prego, I'd be on a plane to come see you guys

imported_Schroeder

10-10-2005, 10:36 PM

I will explain Driskill Guitar Stands to E-beth. Just really nice bare wood ;) stands RIGHT guys?!!! :D

To me the quilt looks like a reptile. Very pretty. I am really happy with the carve too. Nice and deep with smooth but distinct lines. It is funny to watch people pick up a bare wood bod that has been carved and sanded. People just run their hands over it!! It is nearly universal. It's like a 4 pound worry stone!!!

imported_DrPCR

10-11-2005, 12:02 AM

imported_vangit

10-11-2005, 12:54 AM

[quote=Eliz]

If the wife wasn't prego, I'd be on a plane to come see you guys

Oh comon Stu, you've never left the NY/PHILLY/NJ area ur whole life....

isn't that the center of the universe?

The correct answer is, THE GUITAR SHOULD COME TO YOU...

or if you are planning to go to Cali, you know you need me there to show you around.

I guess NJ/NY is the center of MY universe. I actually used to travel about 4-6 times a year when I had the gyms. Been to Cali about 6 times. But it has been a while, I would welcome you as a travel buddy :D

imported_DrPCR

10-11-2005, 02:38 AM

ok Stu, southern cali right, Muscle beach????

anyways buddy, I'm so happy for you and ur guitar, its a stunning peice of workmanship from our buddy Jason. I'm glad we talked him into building stuff for us.

imported_sleepingtiger

10-11-2005, 04:16 AM

Quote:
...I think I hear Elizebeth's footsteps approaching! I don't drink anymore, but I'll bet you
Humm... I'm I predictable??? I was actually going to post last night, but my computer was acting up. Tony, I am not sure why you assume I have something to say...

I think it might have something to do with this:
Quote:
speaking of nude, I think Jason needs to follow in the footsteps of Joe Driskill...

But, to be honest with you, I have no idea what you are referring to. Is there a story behind that?

YES Elizebeth, that is what I was referring to &, as Jason said, HE will explain the guitar stands to you. I'm sure you would do a fine job of showcasing Jason's art.....really.

imported_vangit

10-11-2005, 04:35 AM

imported_Big Mike

10-17-2005, 02:22 PM

Man....I can't get enough of that quilt...it's just stunning.

Cant wait to see it with some stain on it!

And Stu, you come anywhere close to SFO area, make sure you give me a heads up!

Dinner's on me!

imported_vangit

10-17-2005, 03:40 PM

Thanks Mike. It's been years since I've been to Cali. I'm long over due.

imported_DrPCR

10-17-2005, 07:35 PM

Hey Mike, am I invited too?

dinner's on me, I have many fav resturants in the bay area.

imported_vangit

10-17-2005, 08:06 PM

Hey Mike, am I invited too?

dinner's on me, I have many fav resturants in the bay area.

When are you due back in my area? I owe you dinner, you treated to cheesesteaks last time :D

imported_DrPCR

10-17-2005, 09:32 PM

I don't know buddy, going to chicago a few times, boston, and LA. I need those pharma guys to pay for me to get back to philly, probably in a spring. Hopefully when are JS guitars are done, then we can plan a JS guitar JAM in the tristate area and I'll come down and make John drool over our JS guitars, so he can put an order in.

Hmmm, next time ur paying, we have to be in NYC and get some ruebens.

imported_vangit

10-17-2005, 09:36 PM

LOL, Carnegie Deli is on me!

imported_Big Mike

10-18-2005, 01:57 AM

imported_vangit

10-18-2005, 03:26 PM

Oh man.......never mention Reuben's in front of me......drooling at the thought.

Don't forget the potato knish :D

imported_DrPCR

10-18-2005, 05:22 PM

Of course William! You're ever out here, lemme know.

The 3 of us could do some damage in the SFO guitar shops. :lol:

Oh man.......never mention Reuben's in front of me......drooling at the thought.

Can you fedex me one??? LOLOL

I was in San Fran last yr, didn't see no decent guitar shops. I didn't have much time to putz around but I went to one place in haight ashbury and the GC downtown. The rest of the time I was in San Fran and then skiing in tahoe. Problem with going to San Fran, too much do to and guitars is on the bottom of my list when I'm there, yes I know, bite my tongue, but it is.

Hmm, could get a bit soggy if we fedex the sandwich to you, specially with all kraut over it.

imported_sleepingtiger

10-18-2005, 05:42 PM

imported_Bryan

10-18-2005, 06:19 PM

and then skiing in tahoe.

.

If you're gonna ski Tahoe this year let me know. I live 45-60 minutes from some great Tahoe Ski Areas.

imported_vangit

10-18-2005, 06:21 PM

I thought this thread was about my guitar? Talk about derailing :wink:

imported_Bryan

10-18-2005, 06:35 PM

I thought this thread was about my guitar? Talk about derailing :wink:

Lets take your guitar skiing in Tahoe.. :D

imported_vangit

10-18-2005, 07:04 PM

Now we're talikng!! :D

imported_sleepingtiger

10-19-2005, 12:53 AM

Or....Maybe Mike & I could eat it!....Doc? care to join us?

imported_vangit

10-19-2005, 01:49 AM

Tony, next time I'm out by you, we have to go to Giordano's for good Chicago deep dish :!:

imported_sleepingtiger

10-19-2005, 03:59 AM

You're On Stu! Giordano's, Lou Malnati's for deep dish or even Superossa for stuffed pizza, your call, my wallet! I know a LOT of pizza joints in Chicago & the 'burbs too.The only deal breaker is NO pineapple. It hurts me deep down in my heart to see a grown man eat pizza with pineapple on it! Hell, it breaks my heart to see my girlfriend eat it that way! When are you comin'?

imported_DrPCR

10-20-2005, 09:42 PM

Hey Doc!
When are you going to be in Chicago? I live about 35 miles West of there, but the North/Northwest side was my home for 39 years & I know where all the good grub is....just look at me, hehe!! We might be able to hook up.

Once in mid december, but I'll be only a couple of days and busy at Northwestern, the next time next March for a wk, and I'll have time then to have some fun.

Not to derail this thread anymore

So Stu whats with this Archtop you are planning behind my back??

imported_sleepingtiger

10-20-2005, 09:54 PM

My girlfriend Kim(Snorkey on BaM) WORKS at Northwestern! Maybe we can hook up in March. I SHOULD have my Schroeder by then, if everything goes according to estimates, but we all know how that can be. I'd love to meet ya & talk gear!!!

imported_vangit

10-21-2005, 12:15 AM

So Stu whats with this Archtop you are planning behind my back??

You know I would never do anything with out consulting with my Doctor first :D I haven't had a chance to call you,( prego wife and daughter have been trading illness back and forth. Crazy around here). I'll e-mail you later.

For those that are interested though, yes Jason is working on an artchop idea for me.

imported_Shadscbr

10-21-2005, 12:48 AM

That sounds awesome Stu, I can't wait to hear the details :D

Shad

imported_Big Mike

10-24-2005, 03:54 AM

Ew...Soggy Reuben.

okay. Just enjoy one for me.

SF is the pits for guitars william. Rocker has PRS and a great amp selection though.

Tahoe is lovely. Their getting some good shows up there during the summer mos. Saw Journey a few weeks back.

Loving the Archtop idea Stu. Very cool.

imported_Schroeder

11-15-2005, 04:34 AM

Hey guys!! Here are a few pics of Stu's neck nearly completed.

Here is the headstock inlay cavity being cut. Notice I had not done the final shaping of the end of the headstock in this pic.

http://www.schroederguitars.com/p/images/Stu/stu%20-%20xwing2.JPG

The "X-wing" pieces laying on top of the 12th fret...

http://www.schroederguitars.com/p/images/Stu/x-wing.gif

The X-wing cavity cut...
http://www.schroederguitars.com/p/images/Stu/stu%20-%20xwing3.JPG

And completed

http://www.schroederguitars.com/p/images/Stu/x-wing-complete.gif

Here are a couple more pics of teh neck and body as they are right now...

http://www.schroederguitars.com/p/images/Stu/x-wing-mockup.gif
http://www.schroederguitars.com/p/images/Stu/x-wing-body-mockup.gif

One more pic. Check out the TINIEST little sliver of sapwood on the tip of headstock. This will be removed in final shaping (unless Stu likes it!!). But I meastured as closely as I could - not bad!!

http://www.schroederguitars.com/p/images/Stu/headstock-back.gif

imported_sleepingtiger

11-15-2005, 05:49 AM

Looking good Maestro! Stu's gonna love it! That neck's like a big hunk of dark chocolate!

imported_vangit

11-15-2005, 03:53 PM

Thanks for the update Jason. Looks awsome!

imported_Shadscbr

11-15-2005, 03:53 PM

That looks fantastic Jason!

Stu--you've got to be pumped about the way she is turning out :D

Shad

imported_DrPCR

11-15-2005, 04:24 PM

if stu doesn't like, I'll take it off his hands Jason ;)

imported_kev

11-15-2005, 05:04 PM

Looks great Jason and Stu! I'm really digging the x wing inlay at the 12th fret!

Kev

imported_Bryan

11-15-2005, 05:07 PM

Lookin great guys!!

imported_vangit

11-15-2005, 05:19 PM

Thanks guys. "X" markes the spot baby! The letter "X" has some personal significance to me so I thought of having one made from the "Shcroeder Wings" that are used on Jasons "S" logo. Works real well. As far as the other fret markers, I wanted them real small and subtle. I would have gone with no fretmarkers at all except for the X at the 12th, but I have never played a guitar with no fretmarkers and was fearfull I would be a bit lost. So the small dots work great.

imported_JohnnyBoy

11-15-2005, 05:49 PM

Awesome. Looks great guys, love the design of the X.

John

imported_woody

11-15-2005, 10:08 PM

Man the X is sexy, great work Jason!

imported_Schroeder

05-13-2006, 11:10 PM

I started carving Stu's neck today. This is basically a rough in stage. I have taken the dimensions from a neck that he really likes....

http://www.schroederguitars.com/p/images/Stu/measure%20PRS.jpg

Transfered the thickness measurements (width was already accounted for) to his neck...

http://www.schroederguitars.com/p/images/Stu/mark%20neck.jpg

Here I show the thickness guideline and I have masked the fretboard so it does not get scratched. I placed the neck on top of the radius block to support it while I am thickness planing it on the drill press with the Safe-T-Planer...
http://www.schroederguitars.com/p/images/Stu/neck%20carve%201.jpg
http://www.schroederguitars.com/p/images/Stu/neck%20carve%202.jpg

Here is the neck clamped into a new neck holding jig that I made. Note that it conforms to the angle of the headstock and is padded with carpeting. It is high enough that it does not interfere with the rasp as I am roughing in the the neck shape. The yellow line on the back of the neck is along the centerline. I will avoid cutting any material off of the centerline so I maintain the proper thickness down the neck.

http://www.schroederguitars.com/p/images/Stu/neck%20carve%203.jpg

Roughing in the neck shape with a coarse rasp (also called a bastard file)...

http://www.schroederguitars.com/p/images/Stu/neck%20carve%204.jpg
http://www.schroederguitars.com/p/images/Stu/neck%20carve%205.jpg

The neck is now rough carved. I can start refining the transitions to the headstock and heel and attempt to emulate the carve of the other neck. More to come...

http://www.schroederguitars.com/p/images/Stu/neck%20carve%206.jpg

imported_vangit

05-14-2006, 12:39 AM

Holy crap Jason, that's awsome. I'm thrilled you are working on my neck now! Incredible how you do the carve by sight and feel after the width and thickness is measured.

imported_Shadscbr

05-14-2006, 01:09 AM

VERY cool to see progress pics from the new shop, it's fun to watch you enjoy your new space Jason....especially since you are giving Stu's neck the ole bastard treatment ;)

Hey Stu, any chance you are going to disclose your color choice? :)

Shad

imported_JohnnyBoy

05-14-2006, 01:53 AM

Incredible photo essay, I was hoping it wouldn't end! Yeah, very cool to see the new shop in operation. Stu, that neck will be sweet!!

John

imported_vangit

05-14-2006, 02:48 AM

Hey Stu, any chance you are going to disclose your color choice? :)

Shad

shad: My preferences with figured tops tend to be amber tones. I really like the Tour guitar Pale Ale, Tiger Eye, and PRS Vintage Natural. I'll probably leave it up to Jason what he thinks will look best with my maple. But it will be something like the above mentioned.

imported_Schroeder

05-14-2006, 05:14 AM

It is SOOOOOO good to be back doing this guys!!
Stu - I really owe you a thank you for your patience. I have had Stu's PRS for way too long. He sent it to me as an example for his neck carve right before all of the house stuff started! So I really want to get the carve wrapped up by tomorrow and get the guitar back to you next week. It will be like getting a new guitar!!

John and Shad, thanks for the encouragement. Expect my usual long posts with lots of pics coming more regularly now!

imported_Schroeder

05-14-2006, 05:16 AM

By the way, Stu. I may be breaking out the templates to check my work but I think my intuition will really guide me in emulating the carve on your neck. I have studied it pretty well!

imported_mklein86

05-14-2006, 06:13 PM

Looks great, and like everyone else already said, it looks great to see the shop up in operation! Congrats!

imported_Bryan

05-14-2006, 10:26 PM

Very nice gentlemen!!!
I'm excited to see all these new guitars coming together!!

imported_sleepingtiger

05-14-2006, 11:49 PM

Looks great, my brother! You must be gettin' juiced!

imported_DrPCR

05-15-2006, 06:05 PM

Hey Jason, good work on stu's neck.

Since Stu is going to be moving abodes soon, you should send his PRS to me to hold so he has less to pack. :)

imported_vangit

05-15-2006, 07:25 PM

Hey Jason, good work on stu's neck.

Since Stu is going to be moving abodes soon, you should send his PRS to me to hold so he has less to pack. :)

Just give the word and it goes to MoTown. Just don't put in in the room with the other 60 or so, it'll take months to find it! (you should post that insane pic of your guitar room with all the cases for those that haven't seen it)

imported_Will

05-21-2006, 03:17 AM

imported_vangit

05-21-2006, 09:36 PM

(you should post that insane pic of your guitar room with all the cases for those that haven't seen it)

I would love to see that too......

Hey Stu, your neck in person looks cool. Really dark and the inlay is just awesome! I haven't seen it since he carved it but will be seeing it again soon. Plan on making another trip to the shop (maybe tomorrow) and map out my guitar with Jason.

I really dug the "X" inlay! Very Cool!

Will

Thanks Will. Yeah, the neck is very dark brazilian. Can't wait to see my "X"!!!!!!

Doc (the other Will), is away on biz I believe. The pic of all his cases is a riot (I think there are 60+).

imported_Schroeder

05-22-2006, 04:59 AM

Here are a few quick pics of Stu's neck getting refined. Really nice round carve. This is going to be an incredible neck. A very nice hunk of Brazilian.

http://www.schroederguitars.com/p/images/Stu/neck%20carve%207.jpg
http://www.schroederguitars.com/p/images/Stu/neck%20carve%208.jpg
http://www.schroederguitars.com/p/images/Stu/neck%20carve%209.jpg
http://www.schroederguitars.com/p/images/Stu/neck%20carve%2010.jpg

imported_vangit

05-22-2006, 02:08 PM

Thanks for posting Jason. Absolutley incredible how you do that.

imported_DrPCR

05-22-2006, 05:01 PM

sweet neck, maybe Jason can collect all that brazilian dust and squeeze it into a neck :)

Schroeder

07-18-2006, 07:09 AM

Frets are in and neck is finish sanded. Getting closer...

Still having trouble with uploading photos. :( I will call my web guys in the morning.

Stu, feel free to post some pics if you get the chance.

Schroeder

07-18-2006, 07:54 AM

Pics now up in the gallery of the main site...

vangit

07-18-2006, 03:41 PM

Looks amazing Jason. Can't wait!!!!!

Just noticed somthing........I went to post the pics here and I don't have the box above the text window that has the various buttons (picture, hyperlink, bold, font, etc). Any clue why?

JohnnyBoy

07-18-2006, 04:15 PM

I need pics!! I'm on vacation this week and my home computer won't display the gallery on the main site. Can't wait to see the latest....

John

vangit

07-18-2006, 05:08 PM

I need pics!! I'm on vacation this week and my home computer won't display the gallery on the main site. Can't wait to see the latest....

John

Now I have the buttons to put pics in (not sure what happened?). Here you go:

http://pic2.picturetrail.com/VOL1004/4368191/9223655/168488305.jpg
http://pic2.picturetrail.com/VOL1004/4368191/9223655/168488306.jpg

http://pic2.picturetrail.com/VOL1004/4368191/9223655/168488301.jpg

Schroeder

07-18-2006, 05:17 PM

Thanks Stu! Ya, spent 45 minutes on the phone with Eric at Abra getting things fixed. You should start getting emails when people post too.

Note that your neck has only been sanded to 220 and does not have any oil on it or anything else. It will darken considerably when I oil it. Will says he has dibs on it if you don't like it!!!

Schroeder

07-18-2006, 05:26 PM

This is my favorite shot.

http://www.schroederguitars.com/photos/Stu%20Doublecut/neck%20back.jpg

vangit

07-18-2006, 05:55 PM

This is my favorite shot.

http://www.schroederguitars.com/photos/Stu%20Doublecut/neck%20back.jpg

You were holding that one from me!

Schroeder

07-18-2006, 07:05 PM

I was wondering why you didn't post that!!! Sorry Stu.

JohnnyBoy

07-18-2006, 10:01 PM

Cool, thanks for posting those guys. Looks sweeeet!! I love that X design. That's one beautiful piece of wood.

John

Will

07-18-2006, 10:17 PM

As Jason said, I have dibs on that neck if you don't want it Stu. Please? :) That thing is very sweet in person! You're going to love it! Congrats!

Schroeder

08-06-2006, 06:47 AM

Trem route completed...

http://www.schroederguitars.com/photos/Stu%20Doublecut/Stu%20trem%20route.jpg

Here is the completed back with electronics cavity routed.
http://www.schroederguitars.com/photos/Stu%20Doublecut/stu%20back.jpg

And I threw some ung oil on the neck to show how black this Braz is going to be!! Nice!

http://www.schroederguitars.com/photos/Stu%20Doublecut/stu%20neck.jpg

vangit

08-08-2006, 08:53 PM

Thansk for the updates Jason. Looks fantastic.

JohnnyBoy

08-08-2006, 09:14 PM

Looks fantastic.

That it does!!!!

guitarnyc

08-11-2006, 06:05 PM

that thing looks beautiful !
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Schroeder

08-21-2006, 08:41 PM

Stu - did you get my email with color samples?

vangit

08-22-2006, 12:33 AM

Stu - did you get my email with color samples?

Shoot you a reply tonight. Been in and out all day. We sell my house on Wed, so a little crazy this week.

Schroeder

09-13-2006, 10:48 PM

vangit

09-23-2006, 11:13 PM

Your body is officially complete. Got the holes drilled for the trem finally (had to make the template) and I am on to staining the top. Do you want me to post pics? Or is it a surprise?!! Can't remember!

Been crazy busy with the house, I just saw this post. If you take any pics, would love for you to e-mail them to me. Gotta run back to the house. moving in two days!!!

guitarnyc

09-24-2006, 05:22 AM

uh oh...looks like we might be getting two NJ guitars very very soon :)
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Schroeder

09-25-2006, 05:15 PM

Stu,
Did you get the pics of your top stained? Sent you 5 or so pics of the process. Look forward to hearing your comments before I seal the stain!
Jason

Schroeder

09-26-2006, 09:12 PM

Spoke to Stu today. Caught him at a crazy time. He is moving and getting the old house ready for his buyers to move in. So wish Stu well. He will probably need to sleep for a week when this is done!!

Schroeder

09-26-2006, 10:10 PM

Here are some pics of the top being stained... The first few pics look a bit more orange than the actual guitar.

http://www.schroederguitars.com/photos/Stu%20Doublecut/stu.jpg
http://www.schroederguitars.com/photos/Stu%20Doublecut/stu2.jpg
http://www.schroederguitars.com/photos/Stu%20Doublecut/Stu%20stain%204.jpg

And here it is dry. It looks fairly dulll after the stain dries but it will pop after the lacquer is put on.

http://www.schroederguitars.com/photos/Stu%20Doublecut/stu%20dry.jpg

vangit

09-28-2006, 02:51 AM

Hi guys
Haven't been around in a while, was i the process of a total houme renovations. Just moved in yesterday. I've had about 7 hours sleep in the last two days.

Jason, LOVE the guitar. Thanks a ton.

sleepingtiger

09-28-2006, 04:58 AM

It's beautiful!,......... now get some sleep, my friend...you've earned it!
Tony

Will

10-13-2006, 01:07 AM

Wow Stu! That looks great! Jason's did a great job on that color! Very sweet! Conrats to both of you!

vangit

11-13-2006, 09:41 PM

Hey Guys
Jason has a couple sprayed with vynal sealer (see other thread for group shot)
Heres mine. Jason said the vynal sealer is very dull. Once the laquer goes on it will pop.

http://pic2.picturetrail.com/VOL1004/4368191/9246289/204622036.jpg

sleepingtiger

11-13-2006, 10:35 PM

Not that I'm at ALL dissatisfied with my top, but DAMN that thing just POPS! really beautiful, Stu!http://www.schroederguitars.com/forums/images/icons/icon14.gif

Shadscbr

11-13-2006, 10:45 PM

Too cool Stu! :)

Shad

JohnnyBoy

11-13-2006, 11:48 PM

Wow, that is just awesome!! Beautiful guitar guys...

John

vangit

11-30-2006, 04:22 PM

Hey guys
Got an update this morning. Jason wrote:
"The actual lacquer coats went on so it has been sprayed and wet sanded about 5 times. I will try to get some pics in the sun to really show it off! A couple more coats to go before the cuing begins."

http://pic2.picturetrail.com/VOL1004/4368191/9246289/209488637.jpg

http://pic2.picturetrail.com/VOL1004/4368191/9246289/209488635.jpg

Shadscbr

11-30-2006, 04:39 PM

That's beyond cool Stu!!! :)

Shad

vangit

11-30-2006, 04:54 PM

Thanks Shad. Love the way it is looking.

Shadscbr

11-30-2006, 04:56 PM

Out of curiosity, what have you decided on for pups?

Shad

DrPCR

11-30-2006, 04:59 PM

looks sweet, can't wait to see the final product and play it!

Will

11-30-2006, 05:22 PM

Very sweet Stu! Looking good!

sleepingtiger

11-30-2006, 06:01 PM

You've gotta be lovin' it!...& doing the "pee pee dance", huh Stu?

Schroeder

11-30-2006, 08:52 PM

Outside photos:

http://www.schroederguitars.com/photos/Stu%20Doublecut/stu%20front%20outside.jpg
http://www.schroederguitars.com/photos/Stu%20Doublecut/stu%20back%20outside.jpg

Bryan

11-30-2006, 10:23 PM

Another fine looking Guitar. I cant wait for everyone to get their guitars..It's lonely being the only one..(-8

JohnnyBoy

11-30-2006, 10:46 PM

Looks amazing guys! Exciting times....

John

sleepingtiger

12-01-2006, 04:54 AM

Damn, that sure catches the light! Beautiful, just beautiful....

vangit

12-01-2006, 05:44 AM

looks sweet, can't wait to see the final product and play it!
Well then make sure you get out here next year!!!! Merck stock has been up, are they ponying up yet?

Schroeder

01-01-2007, 10:41 PM

Man, no matter what I do, I always gravitate back to the old dining room table for wet sanding! Must be my comfort zone. Here is Stu's body with wet sanding completed. You can see the dull haze on the surface of the left side of the body. And the streaks you see are from the paper towel wiping off the soapy water I use when wet sanding. This guitar is ready to buff!

http://www.schroederguitars.com/photos/Stu%20Doublecut/stu%20wetsand%20complete%20small.jpg

And here she is after buffing and neck glue.

http://www.schroederguitars.com/photos/Stu%20Doublecut/stu%20glue%202%20small.jpg

And here it is in slightly different light. Not a bad looking top!

http://www.schroederguitars.com/photos/Stu%20Doublecut/stu%20glue%203%20small.jpg

JohnnyBoy

01-01-2007, 10:50 PM

Just beautiful! That finish is sweet. :cool:

Chun13

01-01-2007, 10:53 PM

Waow ! This Finish is really AWESOME !

Shadscbr

01-02-2007, 12:19 AM

Looks great!! :)

Shad

vangit

01-02-2007, 01:25 AM

Thanks for the update Jason. Looks insane!

guitarnyc

01-02-2007, 02:42 AM

damn that is an impressive looking guitar...can't wait to see it in person !
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sleepingtiger

01-04-2007, 03:58 AM

You must BE going insane Stu! It looks beautiful!
Doin' the "Pee-Pee Dance"?http://www.schroederguitars.com/forums/images/icons/icon12.gif
Tony

vangit

01-04-2007, 04:39 AM

You must BE going insane Stu! It looks beautiful!
Doin' the "Pee-Pee Dance"?http://www.schroederguitars.com/forums/images/icons/icon12.gif
Tony

This pic is such a teas!!!!!!!
http://www.flickr.com/photos/applecrisp/344583081/in/set-72157594457567255/

Just got off the phone with Jason. He said the guitar just sings when strummed. He's doing the electronics right now!

Oh , yes Tony....Pee-Pee Dance has begun :)