Building my Custom Guitar from Scratch

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To those looking for the 2nd, more in depth video: I'm sorry, but it is not finished yet. You can, however, find many more details about this project at this link: www.instructab...
This video showcases the process that I took when building my custom Telecaster from scratch in the summer of 2018. With a project of this scale and a video of this length, there are obviously many details left out. This is an artistic video, not a tutorial, so I am working on a full in-depth process video to share all the details of this project. Subscribe to see that video when it comes out!
My Channel: / @jackmonaco
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Guitar Demos: Various licks performed by Jack Monaco
+thanks to Josh Haile for letting me use his photoshop subscription

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@HighlineGuitars 5 лет назад

I love that moment stain hits figured wood.

@travishemming3783 5 лет назад

It is a beautiful moment. Jack did a great job on this. And I've watched a ton of your videos as well, Chris. You do great work and have taught me a ton, especially about finishing.

@baoboustravel4033 5 лет назад

Magical.

@aevoguitars2576 5 лет назад

my favourite bit too of guitar building.. thats the moment you figure out what its going to look like.

@scottjanssen65 5 лет назад

What a gorgeous instrument! Great job. You might want to consider sharing this video with prospective employers any time you're in the job market. When I see that someone has done something like this for fun, it demonstrates vision, initiative, patience, perseverance, and the commitment and follow-through to complete a complex project like this; all of the same qualities that employers find highly desirable. Rock on!

@Madmanmarque 4 года назад

I actually got into college after showing the guitar I built. I told the dean that interviewed me, "If I can do this, I can make it here". He later told me that it was what got me in.

@minkorrh 2 года назад

1000% correct. I'd hire anyone with this level of patience and attention to detail.

@delamar6199 5 лет назад

Yes, tuning or intonation seems off. However, you seem to be very young and this is truly incredible workmanship already. Keep up this gift and your name will ring along with the big dudes some day!

@Jbjb879-g3v 4 года назад

I think he just didn’t adjust the saddles on the bridge to fix intonation (or didn’t stretch the strings so they went out of tune) either way seems simple enough to fix

@corwinmallonee4319 4 года назад

glad i'm not the only one who noticed, 15 minutes with a strobe tuner and a screw driver and he have that intonation problem fixed

@UltraD52 5 лет назад

The wood, the stain color, the pick guard, the knobs... I love all your choices.

@1777DK 5 лет назад

Sanding the inside, that’s dedication! 💪

@stansema1 5 лет назад

If you ever find yourself feeling down or depressed about the state of the world, find and watch a video like this. You're a supremely talented young man. Thanks for posting this!

@josephpbrown 5 лет назад

Just don't read any of wijk89's replies

@thecityofficial6367 4 года назад

This is the most beautiful guitar build I’ve seen on RU-vid. Or at all for that matter. When you started putting on the finish, and those designs from the wood just starting coming through like rays of sunlight on a cloudy day... I choked up a little bit. Hold crap man. This is perfect. 10/10

@SteveXs2 5 лет назад

That is a truly beautiful guitar. Excellent work.

@fatabelly 5 лет назад

It's a really beautiful looking guitar. And an instrument that has been very well made with devotion, love and care.

@billchurch1145 3 года назад

Stunningly gorgeous instrument. OMG, but to have that kind of woodworking talent and dedication at such a young age! I can only imagine what Jack's creations will look like when he's 40...

@mindwaterfallakaleroythech75 5 лет назад

Beautiful. Well done. You’re blessed to have access to such a workshop.

@OnRadioAir7 5 лет назад

Nice work, beautiful guitar. Nothing tops the feeling of playing a guitar you built from scratch. The figuring on that wood is just stunning!

@mwblackbelt 5 лет назад

What a gorgeous guitar! Love how the wood grain shows up so pretty, even in the neck

@freeelectron8261 5 лет назад

Beautiful custom Tele build. You sir are a true craftsman.

@barryfenwick2206 3 года назад

Great job buddy! That top looks stunning, quality craftsmanship, beautiful looking instrument👍

@stevencjones5236 3 года назад

Magnificent! Wood selected is absolutely stunning... loved watching grain come to life as you stained it... always my favorite moment in woodworking! 140 hours WELL SPENT! Congratulations on an amazing build.

@paulypoobrain2929 4 года назад

The figuring on the back is amazing and on the front, unique and stunning

@barrywhaley958 5 лет назад

building your guitar ...in the process, itching to see your full length video Jack ! Beautiful Job !

@barrywhaley958 5 лет назад

One of your songs your playing , is called Ever Be ?

@Exortation777 4 года назад

Well done. A master builder in the making. Never stop learning!!!

@Togglefree 3 года назад

What a beautiful Tele guitar you made there. I'm amazed by your craftsmanship. Great Job!

@beatlesfan1963 3 года назад

Absolutely a stunning guitar. Great job. You could certainly make building guitars more than a hobby.

@seaco4270 5 лет назад

I’m amazed at the quality of craftsmanship you have displayed at such a young age. Don’t let any detractors ever discourage you-you truly have a talent. Great job and really good production quality on the video as well. Cheers from Houston!

@treymacaluso1364 5 лет назад

That is an absolutely beautiful instrument, and an impressive degree of craftsmanship in making it. That's an instrument you can take pride in, and I can only imagine the joy of playing it, knowing that you made it with you own hands. I hope it brings you that joy for many years to come, and I'm interested to see future projects you may embark on.

@ryangunwitch-black 2 года назад

....and I'm stressed out about putting together a partscaster Tele from a kit. What a wonderful video. I am definitely impressed.

@MahikGretsch 5 лет назад

So young, and so amazing skills. I can't believe it. It's really a nice guitar.

@BHiemisch 3 года назад

I see this video today for the first time and I have to say that it is a great work. I like the guitar very, very much. I hope you are well, many greetings from Germany 🎸👏👍🙋‍♂️

@giampierolopresti41 4 года назад

The guitar is beautiful. Excellent job!!!

@Racelinekarting 4 года назад

Beautiful guitar. You should be proud of yourself. And all those people banging on about the intonation, just ignore it. It was a video about the build not about playing/set up. I bet they couldn’t build a guitar from scratch.

@5GaloFreedom 5 лет назад

Holy smokes! You built a beautiful guitar! Much respect.

@alanlevesque7180 4 года назад

I've built a few from scratch. Never cut the fret slots myself though. Excellent work. 👏👏👏 My only advise would be to buy some draw knives to make the necks. They'll save you lots of time and effort over doing it with a file.

@sandraspears6389 3 года назад

I enjoyed watching this video, you are a very talented young man and that is a Beautiful guitar and it sounds amazing. Since I love the Blues, i really enjoy the soft tones the F-hole gives this Tele style guitar.

@74dartman13 4 года назад

Absolutely gorgeous! One of the nicest Teles I've ever seen!👍😎🎸🎶

@mrgooddeeds3115 4 года назад

This is the most beautiful instrument that I have ever seen. Not joking. Soo much to say about this video.. just won’t do it justice.

@renzotaboada4929 4 года назад

the whole work seems out of this world dude, even the video edit.. this is an amazing video

@davidlalremruata 4 года назад

Great uses of great tools. Great build. Tones are pretty good, too.

@savgonsalvez8735 4 года назад

Great job Jack. Well done mate. I spent over 100 hours on mine and I didn't make the neck! I bought a Mexican made Fender Strat neck. Sanded off the back, slightly reshaped to a Soft V to C. Refinished with 2000 wet/dry, and 4 coats of Scandinavian oil. Satin finish and super slick for lead playing. 3 piece alder body that I customised to me. 7 coats of Danish oil. Additional toggle switch gives me all 3 pickups, or neck and bridge for that distinct Tele sound. It is the best thing in the world to get on stage and play what you poured sweat, blood, energy, and love into. I am only (no false modesty) a 'good' guitarist. But my 'awesome' guitarist friends, say it plays like $2000 Fender. I agree, but I am biased. ;-) Best wishes for your future endeavours. Sav (Melbourne, Australia)

@magicdaveable 5 лет назад

WOW! MOST EXCELLENT BUILD! Gorgeous Guitar.

@DTGuitarTech 5 лет назад

Stunning. Both the wood and the craftsmanship

@Ibaneddie76 5 лет назад

Excellent job man, I build custom guitars too so I really appreciate the craftsmanship that went into this build. The wood you used is absolutely gorgeous. You need to get a fret blade for your table saw and build a sled for cutting your frets, it works a lot faster and is much more accurate. You have a talent man keep up the great work.

@curtismills303 4 года назад

That is one beautiful guitar. Excellent job.

@rolandsnyder2088 5 лет назад

What a beaut!!! Great job! Who doesn't love a thinline?!?!?

@mattbalfouri6572 4 года назад

im blown away by how beautiful that guitar is!

@bigbo1865 5 лет назад

No seriously what an outstanding job you did..😮

@shafraazali2633 5 лет назад

OML I love how the music is in sync with the video, amazing edit and amazing woodworking skills.

@harveymccluskey3270 5 лет назад

I don’t detect tuning or intonation issues.Your guitar is Beautiful!!!!! Thank you for sharing!!!!

@russellscott1151 5 лет назад

Super super job. I’ll go watch the break down vids as well. Congrats

@raimondspadaro8211 3 года назад

You have built something that you can be proud of. Anyone would be. It really is a masterpiece. That you are relatively young in age and experience, makes it even more amazing. Now, how are you going to top this one? Rock on young brother!!

@maddrummer1312 5 лет назад

Please put up the longer video! I want to build one but I want to hear what you did more in depth! Awesome guitar though 👌

@tanhelmet 5 лет назад

the best 12 minute video ever. you are talented, creative and patient. that's the most beautiful guitar I have ever seen. keep up the good work. AWESOME.

@sethferguson7365 5 лет назад

I know this is a bit old, but wow. Seriously dude this looks so amazing.

@mrlionel1965 5 лет назад

You did an amazing job on this. You should be VERY proud! It’s beautiful!

@johnsikora6043 4 года назад

Your wood working skills are incredible. That's something you will enjoy for the rest of your life. You'll also pass it on to another family member someday. Great job!

@ollieneilson2815 4 года назад

What an amazing job you have done of this. What a skilled individual

@shanegaskill2043 5 лет назад

Beautiful Guitar bud, It looks absolutely stunning... Ignore the knockers dude. Having a well equipped work-shop and not knowing how to use all the tools properly would not have built you the Instrument that it is. You have true skill's and craftsmanship, I'm sure that fixing the tuning issues is not gonna be and issue for you... Bravo!!!

@charlesrobertson2642 5 лет назад

Fantastic build for someone so young keep up the good work

@FernandoCahuenas 5 лет назад

Man you're an artist! Congratulations. She looks great.

@s.nawfal6211 4 года назад

why youtube just recommended this in 2020, this is so much better than many other guitar building videos, amazing job young man! that guitar looks super gorgeous, like I want to marry it. hehe

@tjforgey7854 4 года назад

Great job,you should be proud.Its great to see a young man take interest and pride in something besides video games.you will appreciate this guitar because you crafted it,not just tossed out cash and bought it

@steby123 5 лет назад

Just plain great wood and workmanship!!

@thomasd9237 Год назад

Nice build .!. Well done sir 👍👍

@Izakaya.Kairyuu 4 года назад

This dude: *uses 140 hours of his life to do something productive. Me: *still doing side quests

@rs.zsalma 4 года назад

Witcher 3 will do that to you, But time enjoyed is not time wasted my friend.

@keeplookingup2 5 лет назад

Jack, this is a terrific build. You are truly very very talented. I'm looking to get into building my own guitar as well, can't wait for your second video

@gpsontime4598 5 лет назад

Watching 100's of videos on guitar making. Highline is one of the best, but yours is right up there if not equal to! I also chose a Telecaster, as homage to the first great 'plank' guitar. You chose a 'Thinline.' I have enough materials to build two . . . the second will have a Roland piezo pickup built in at the end of a short tele bridge.

@thebandofonlyone7084 3 года назад

Cara... isso não é uma guitarra... é uma Obra de Arte... Perfeita...👏👏👏🤘😎

@DarrellSMoore 5 лет назад

You have a lot to be proud of, Mr. Monaco. Well done, sir.

@GuitarReviver 5 лет назад

This deserves SO many more views, absolutely incredible work!

@BenPlass 5 лет назад

This is seriously an unbelievable video. You did an awesome job! Very cool.

@m7alan7johnson7 5 лет назад

What a wonderful job you did! Amazed at the outcome. Great job.

@phlop4511 4 года назад

Awesome work man, great looking Tele !!!

@NickKiwi01 3 года назад

Some pretty impressive wood skills!

@fs7572 5 лет назад

Beautiful filming and editing! AND craftsmanship! :-)

@user-vz8rl5tq4u 5 лет назад

Clickbait. He didnt cut down the trees himself to get the wood

@Hardjaxl 5 лет назад

For sure. He also did not plant these trees.

@ikhsanhasbi657 5 лет назад

He also did not mine the nickle to make his own fret wire

@3dsock 5 лет назад

He didn't build his own machines either

@user-vz8rl5tq4u 5 лет назад

Seriously, this guy cheated. He didn't even make his own plastic either

@tomecalm7 5 лет назад

Yeah! I thought he was going to go to the Mountain Highlands of Japan and mine Kagame to hand forge those frets! And where are the Santa's elves who clearly made those tuning keys?( I know their handywork!) And why didn't he show the Unicorn shitting out perfect copper wire to wind those pickups?

@apkhazavagiorgi 4 года назад

Great job !!! One of the most beautiful instrument i ever seen !!!!!!!!!

@gregmartin1757 5 лет назад

Nicely done.you have some good luthier skills for such a young guy.

@DlmlZ 4 года назад

Wow, excellent job! Well done! I wish I had a carpentry with all that tools an machines, for sure I would also start building my own guitars. Thanks for sharing. I love it!

@stephendunnegarcia4030 Год назад

Awesome job, what a beautiful piece!!!

@tomjohnson5597 5 лет назад

I can only imagine how it makes you feel to build what you want. Good looking guitar, great work!

@ponga782 3 года назад

Seriously! I cannot believe some idiots gave you thumbs down.. that is one .fine looking and sounding instrument.. excellent work!

@wonyoungkoh309 4 года назад

What a beautiful guitar mate! Awesome !

@IdigN1 4 года назад

A really well made video. Makes me want to go and plant my own tree in the yard right now and make a guitar out of it one day. I like stuff like this that requires precision. Thank you for posting, sir.

@88bsthomas 5 лет назад

Curly maple and curly walnut? Stunning when you put that first coat of oil on!

@pauldavis5489 4 года назад

Beautiful work Jack, Thank you for sharing!

@sbbsjeff 4 года назад

Beautiful guitar! Well done.

@shenanigans17100 5 лет назад

I like how you added your signature to your guitar, nice touch😉

@edulieb 5 лет назад

What a beautiful job

@jimmyyes7269 4 года назад

Awesome job and a wonderful instrument!

@pskemster 5 лет назад

Isn’t is awesome ,,to just be able To go over and pick out a perfect piece wood. And have everything known to man to build the ultimate guitar. Planer,router. Templates,band saw. Whatever you do for a living has been good to YOU! Enjoyed the video,,very much!

@Sameold87 5 лет назад

This wood is a nice piece of "scratch" ;) Nice job dude!

@74dartman13 4 года назад

Nice work! It looks amazing!👍😎🎸🎶

@cyclistman6358 5 лет назад

Kudos young man!! As a fellow woodworker I truly appreciate your skills and dedication. Beautiful figure on the wood, it’s unfortunate that the pick guard covers a portion of it. I may have chosen not to install the pick guard, but none the less still a beautiful accomplishment!

@rafaelcoli4797 5 лет назад

Just beautiful! Great work

@christopheradams7942 5 лет назад

Very beautiful guitar man. Great job. Keep it up and you just might have a future building guitars.

@TheRealCaptainFreedom 5 лет назад

I’m thinking of making a guitar. Just a cigar box-sized piece of wood, hollowed out. I want a simple shape so I can focus on other things like the electronics. I want every electronic bell and whistle I can squeeze into the thing, taking inspiration from the legendary Ovation Breadwinner and the Fleetwood Mac Turner Guitar and a system to change out pickups quickly and easily using contact plates.