The guitar is coming to life!The finish thickness has really affected the tap volume of the top. After grain filling and four good coats of lacquer, the tap-tone of the top was noticeably reduced. However after sanding back, the volume returned. This has convinced me that I should strive to keep the finish on the top quite thin.
This is my first time spraying “real” lacquer – the good old toxic stuff. I’ve sprayed waterborne lacquer and shellac before. “Real” lacquer is a dream to spray and sand in comparison, other than the smell. I’m amazed that I can spray lacquer on the neck and 1 hour later clamp that neck into my vise and the finish does not mar or imprint.
