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by Judd Holt
Mon Feb 17, 2014 5:38 pm
Forum: Flat-Top Acoustic Guitars and Bass Guitars
Topic: What top for a Ziricote B&S set?
Replies: 3
Views: 3191

Re: What top for a Ziricote B&S set?

I second Michael's opinion. I built a dred using zircote and sitka. The guitar is a canon. But, as always, depends on what your looking for. If you want a mellower sound then go for the redwood or cedar. Bare in mind the zircote is a brittle sort of wood. The sides bend well, but, when working the h...
by Judd Holt
Wed Nov 06, 2013 12:40 am
Forum: Jam Session
Topic: What music is are you particularly enjoying at the moment?
Replies: 39
Views: 35554

Re: What music is are you particularly enjoying at the moment?

I enjoy music of all genres. With some types I reach my saturation point more quickly than with others, but, the artistry of Mozart is beyond comprehension!
by Judd Holt
Sat Jun 29, 2013 3:02 pm
Forum: Flat-Top Acoustic Guitars and Bass Guitars
Topic: the need to pore fill...
Replies: 24
Views: 15553

Re: the need to pore fill...

As always, there's no accounting for taste. I have been doing finishes for almost forty years and would categorize finishes in two categories, though lines can blur. There are formal and informal finishes. Since finishes provide a protective layer (utilitarian) and create wood enhancement (aesthetic...
by Judd Holt
Wed Jun 13, 2012 3:43 am
Forum: Glues and Finishes
Topic: Epoxy Clamping pressure
Replies: 13
Views: 12773

Re: Epoxy Clamping pressure

Oh- I forgot: I go for medium clamping pressure.
by Judd Holt
Tue Jun 12, 2012 11:57 pm
Forum: Glues and Finishes
Topic: Epoxy Clamping pressure
Replies: 13
Views: 12773

Re: Epoxy Clamping pressure

I have used epoxy for years and believe it to be the best gap filling glue (sometimes used with the micro-balloons). The main context of use was laying up laminated curved panels in furniture. I also use it when certain shapes make for difficult clamping. I think its reputation for creeping is due t...
by Judd Holt
Wed Feb 29, 2012 5:08 pm
Forum: Flat-Top Acoustic Guitars and Bass Guitars
Topic: Carbon Fibre capped scalloped bracing
Replies: 10
Views: 13496

Re: Carbon Fibre capped scalloped bracing

Yes, VERY clean work! And just to be clear, the black seen in the photo is the ONLY carbon fiber you used? Why just there? Why not on the upper X arms, as well? Why not over the X intersection? Jason-Since most top movement takes place in the lower bout and the X-brace being the primary component o...
by Judd Holt
Mon Feb 27, 2012 3:35 pm
Forum: Flat-Top Acoustic Guitars and Bass Guitars
Topic: Carbon Fibre capped scalloped bracing
Replies: 10
Views: 13496

Re: Carbon Fibre capped scalloped bracing

Barry- Top braces glued in normal manner, i.e., go-bar, hide glue, 25' radius. Scallop braces at full width. Glue .020 CF with T-88 epoxy. Profile braces with chisel and diamond file. Craig- For me deflection is not what is tested, but, what is noted. The process in my building is more touchy-feel y...
by Judd Holt
Mon Feb 27, 2012 1:56 am
Forum: Flat-Top Acoustic Guitars and Bass Guitars
Topic: Carbon Fibre capped scalloped bracing
Replies: 10
Views: 13496

Carbon Fibre capped scalloped bracing

My goal was to develop a different spring effect in the top; thinking the CF would function as a reciprocating spring, owing to the fact that it was sprung opposite to the string pull on the top. I don't know if my theory panned out as intended, but, I post this as yet another technique for producin...
by Judd Holt
Sun Feb 26, 2012 2:58 pm
Forum: Wood and Materials Q&A
Topic: Fancy figured woods...
Replies: 97
Views: 95026

Re: Wood porn...

Chuck- It is that I doubted you....sorry. I trust in your assurance.
by Judd Holt
Sun Feb 26, 2012 2:20 am
Forum: Wood and Materials Q&A
Topic: Fancy figured woods...
Replies: 97
Views: 95026

Re: Wood porn...

Chuck, that sure looks like zircote.

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