The Art Of Lutherie

Tom Bills: Master Luthier, Author, And Guitar Making Instructor
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The Art Of Lutherie

Whether you’ve been building guitars for a while or you’re just now planning to start your first one, The Art Of Lutherie is the premier source for guitar making techniques, tips, tricks, instruction, and much more to help you build better guitars. Master luthier Tom Bills shares years of experience building ultra high-end custom acoustic guitars in a laid back and easy to understand way. He takes you beyond step-by-step, focusing on helping you understand not just “HOW” but “WHY”, so you can be equipped and empowered to create your own unique guitars and not just another reproduction. More information, Video Courses, Tutorials, and more guitar making goodness is available on our website: theartoflutherie.com

  1. MAY 23 · VIDEO

    Stewmac Guitar Side Bender & How To Use It Step-By-Step

    Explore the new StewMac guitar side bending machine, how it compares to the older Fox Bender, and learn how to use it step-by-step. 👉Check out the new Stewmac side bender here: https://stewmac.sjv.io/AWvM6N   👉Learn more about the new Art Of Guitar Side Bending video course and join the waiting list here: https://theartoflutherie.com/guitar-side-bending/   👉Free Ultimate Guide To Luthier Tools: https://theartoflutherie.com/luthier-tools/   👉JOIN FREE WEEKLY NEWSLETTER (26K+ SUBSCRIBERS): https://theartoflutherie.com/newsletter/   👉FREE ARTICLES AND GUIDES • Hacklinger Caliper Article: https://theartoflutherie.com/hacklinger-magnetic-caliper/ • Best Block Plane For Guitar Making: https://theartoflutherie.com/block-plane/ • Dragon Rasp Review: https://theartoflutherie.com/wood-rasp/ • Luthier's Guide To Fret Saws: https://theartoflutherie.com/fret-saw/   👉Learn more about the Luthier's EDGE online guitar building school here: https://theartoflutherie.com/luthier-school/   👉Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJP-s3hzL3Hb3SM-liHw6cw   ✍️ The Art Of Lutherie Blog: https://theartoflutherie.com/luthier-tools-training-tutorials/   🙏 Support The Art Of Lutherie by purchasing through our affiliate links. *By making a purchase through any of our affiliate links, we receive a very small commission at no extra cost to you. This helps us on our mission to provide quality education to you. Thank you.   Connect With The Art Of Lutherie On Social 👉Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/TheArtOfLutherie 👉Twitter: http://twitter.com/artoflutherie 👉Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheArtOfLutherie/ 👉TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theartoflutherie

    47 min

  2. 12/27/2023 · VIDEO

    My Top 10+ Luthier Tools (Right Now)

    Check out my current picks for the best luthier tools. These are the tools that help me get more done, do higher quality work, and have more fun in the process. I hope this video helps you find some new top tools of your own to help you do your best guitar-building work in 2024 and beyond. 👉Free Ultimate Guide To Luthier Tools: https://theartoflutherie.com/luthier-tools/ 👉TOOLS FROM THE VIDEO: • Dog Leg Chisel Set: https://theartoflutherie.com/go/dog-leg-micro-chisels/ • Deluxe Fret Tang Nipper: https://theartoflutherie.com/go/deluxe-fret-tang-nipper • Fret End File: https://theartoflutherie.com/go/fret-end-dressing-file/ • Dragon Rasp: https://theartoflutherie.com/go/dragon-rasp/ • Rasp Handle: https://theartoflutherie.com/go/nicholson-rasp-handle/ • Fret Press System: https://theartoflutherie.com/go/fret-press-caul-with-inserts • Deadblow Fret Hammer: https://theartoflutherie.com/go/deadblow-fretting-hammer/ • String Spacing Ruler: https://theartoflutherie.com/go/string-spacing-rule/ • Lie Nielson Block Plane: https://www.lie-nielsen.com/products/small-block-planes • IBEX 10mm Violin Finger Plane: https://theartoflutherie.com/go/ibex-carving-planes/ • Hacklinger magnetic Thickness Caliper (1-7mm): https://www.internationalviolin.com/ProductDetail/t9606_magnetic-thickness-caliper-17mm • Dual Grit Diamond Fret Crowning File: https://theartoflutherie.com/go/dual-grit-diamond-fret-file/ • Diamond Cut Nut Slotting Files: https://theartoflutherie.com/go/diamondcut-nut-slotting-files/ • Fret Leveling Beam: https://theartoflutherie.com/go/sanding-beam-fret-levelers/ • Japanese Fret Saw: https://theartoflutherie.com/go/japanese-fret-saw/ • Festool Sander: https://theartoflutherie.com/go/festool-576070-random-orbital-sander-ets-125/ • Festool Dust Extractor CT SYS: https://theartoflutherie.com/go/festool-ct-sys-hepa-dust-extractor/   👉JOIN OUR FREE WEEKLY NEWSLETTER: https://theartoflutherie.com/newsletter/   👉FREE ARTICLES AND GUIDES • Hacklinger Caliper Article: https://theartoflutherie.com/hacklinger-magnetic-caliper/ • Best Block Plane For Guitar Making: https://theartoflutherie.com/block-plane/ • Dragon Rasp Review: https://theartoflutherie.com/wood-rasp/ • Luthier's Guide To Fret Saws: https://theartoflutherie.com/fret-saw/   👉Learn more about the Luthier's EDGE online guitar making school here: https://theartoflutherie.com/luthier-school/   👉Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJP-s3hzL3Hb3SM-liHw6cw ✍️ The Art Of Lutherie Blog: https://theartoflutherie.com/luthier-tools-training-tutorials/   Connect With The Art Of Lutherie On Social 👉Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/TheArtOfLutherie 👉Twitter: http://twitter.com/artoflutherie 👉Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheArtOfLutherie/ 👉TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theartoflutherie

    32 min

  3. 06/13/2023 · VIDEO

    How To Make Shellac - Part 6 French Polishing Fundamentals

    Learn my simple system and easy-to-remember formulas for making the perfect shellac for French Polishing. It's the same system I use for my guitars (tbguitars.com) and that I teach in my online course: The Art Of French Polishing https://theartoflutherie.com/french-polishing/   Links from the video: 👉Download the Free Shellac Handbook Here: https://theartoflutherie.com/shellac-handbook-for-french-polishing/ 👉Introduction to French Polishing (Article): https://theartoflutherie.com/french-polish-shellac/ 👉Why I switched To French Polishing (Article): https://theartoflutherie.com/why-i-switched-to-french-polishing/ 👉Learn more about the Luthier's EDGE online guitar-making school here: https://theartoflutherie.com/luthier-school/ 👉My Most Recommended Luthier Tools: https://theartoflutherie.com/luthier-tools/   French Polishing Fundamentals Video Series: 👉Part 1 Introduction and Why I switched To Shellac: https://youtu.be/eUqCX_VeuXI 👉Part 2 Wood Preparation: https://youtu.be/4dY8r0pJehA 👉Part 3 Best Alcohol For Making Shellac: https://youtu.be/bg8oEeKiZTE 👉Part 4 Types Of Shellac For French Polishing: https://youtu.be/hUbHmoy7PY8 👉Part 5 Best Oils For French Polishing: https://youtu.be/tyzZvTpTyhw Connect With Me On Social 👉Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/TheArtOfLutherie 👉Twitter: http://twitter.com/artoflutherie 👉Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheArtOfLutherie/ 👉TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theartoflutherie   Check out my handmade guitars here: https://tbguitars.com/ --- *By making a purchase through any of our affiliate links, we receive a very small commission at no extra cost to you. This helps us on our mission to provide quality guitar-building and woodworking education to you. Thank you.

    9 min

  4. 05/23/2023 · VIDEO

    Best Oils For French Polishing - Part 5 French Polishing Fundamentals

    Learn about the different types of oil for French Polishing and how they can be used to produce a more durable and glossy shellac finish for your next guitar. French Polishing Fundamentals Part 5 - Oils For French Polishing. Links from the video: 👉The Art Of French Polishing Video Course: https://theartoflutherie.com/french-polishing/ 👉Download the Free Shellac Handbook Here: https://theartoflutherie.com/shellac-handbook-for-french-polishing/ 👉Introduction to French Polishing (Article): https://theartoflutherie.com/french-polish-shellac/ 👉Why I switched To French Polishing (Article): https://theartoflutherie.com/why-i-switched-to-french-polishing/ 👉Learn more about the Luthier's EDGE online guitar-making school here: https://theartoflutherie.com/luthier-school/ 👉My Most Recommended Luthier Tools: https://theartoflutherie.com/luthier-tools/ French Polishing Fundamentals Video Series: 👉Part 1 Introduction and Why I switched To Shellac: https://youtu.be/eUqCX_VeuXI 👉Part 2 Wood Preparation: https://youtu.be/4dY8r0pJehA 👉Part 3 Best Alcohol For Making Shellac: https://youtu.be/bg8oEeKiZTE 👉Part 4 Types Of Shellac For French Polishing: https://youtu.be/hUbHmoy7PY8 Connect With Me On Social 👉Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/TheArtOfLutherie 👉Twitter: http://twitter.com/artoflutherie 👉Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheArtOfLutherie/ 👉TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theartoflutherie Check out my handmade guitars here: https://tbguitars.com/ --- *By making a purchase through any of our affiliate links, we receive a very small commission at no extra cost to you. This helps us on our mission to provide quality guitar-building and woodworking education to you. Thank you.

    10 min

  5. 05/12/2023 · VIDEO

    French Polishing Fundamentals Part 4 - Shellac For French Polishing

    Types of shellac for French Polishing. A deep dive into the different types of shellac for French polishing, colors of shellac, and recommendations for beginners. French Polishing Fundamentals Part 4 - Shellac. Links from the video: 👉The Art Of French Polishing Video Course: https://theartoflutherie.com/french-polishing/ 👉Download the Free Shellac Handbook Here: https://theartoflutherie.com/shellac-handbook-for-french-polishing/ 👉Introduction to French Polishing (Article): https://theartoflutherie.com/french-polish-shellac/ 👉Why I switched To French Polishing (Article): https://theartoflutherie.com/why-i-switched-to-french-polishing/ 👉Learn more about the Luthier's EDGE online guitar-making school here: https://theartoflutherie.com/luthier-school/ 👉My Most Recommended Luthier Tools: https://theartoflutherie.com/luthier-tools/   French Polishing Fundamentals Video Series: 👉Part 1 Introduction and Why I switched To Shellac: https://youtu.be/eUqCX_VeuXI 👉Part 2 Wood Preparation: https://youtu.be/4dY8r0pJehA 👉Part 3 Best Alcohol For Making Shellac: https://youtu.be/bg8oEeKiZTE   Connect With Me On Social 👉Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/TheArtOfLutherie 👉Twitter: http://twitter.com/artoflutherie 👉Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheArtOfLutherie/ 👉TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theartoflutherie   Check out my handmade guitars here: https://tbguitars.com/ --- *By making a purchase through any of our affiliate links, we receive a very small commission at no extra cost to you. This helps us on our mission to provide quality guitar-building and woodworking education to you. Thank you.

    13 min

  6. 05/05/2023 · VIDEO

    French Polishing Fundamentals Part 3 - Best Alcohol For Making Shellac

    Best types of alcohol for making shellac for French Polishing. How to choose the best solvent for making shellac - Ethanal, isopropyl or denatured alcohol? French Polishing Fundamentals - Part 3. Links from the video: 👉The Art Of French Polishing Video Course: https://theartoflutherie.com/french-polishing/ 👉Download the Free Shellac Handbook Here: https://theartoflutherie.com/shellac-handbook-for-french-polishing/ 👉Introduction to French Polishing (Article): https://theartoflutherie.com/french-polish-shellac/ 👉Why I switched To French Polishing (Article): https://theartoflutherie.com/why-i-switched-to-french-polishing/ 👉Learn more about the Luthier's EDGE online guitar-making school here: https://theartoflutherie.com/luthier-school/ 👉My Most Recommended Luthier Tools: https://theartoflutherie.com/luthier-tools/   French Polishing Fundamentals Video Series: 👉Part 1 Introduction and Why I switched To Shellac: https://youtu.be/eUqCX_VeuXI 👉Part 2 Wood Preparation: https://youtu.be/4dY8r0pJehA   Connect With Me On Social 👉Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/TheArtOfLutherie 👉Twitter: http://twitter.com/artoflutherie 👉Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheArtOfLutherie/ 👉TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theartoflutherie   Check out my handmade guitars here: https://tbguitars.com/   --- *By making a purchase through any of our affiliate links, we receive a very small commission at no extra cost to you. This helps us on our mission to provide quality guitar-building and woodworking education to you. Thank you.

    9 min

  7. 04/29/2023 · VIDEO

    French Polishing Fundamentals Part 2 - Wood Preparation

    Wood Preparation For French Polishing. French Polishing Fundamentals - Part 2. Links from the video: 👉The Art Of French Polishing Video Course: https://theartoflutherie.com/french-polishing/ 👉Download the Free Shellac Handbook Here: https://theartoflutherie.com/shellac-handbook-for-french-polishing/ 👉Introduction to French Polishing (Article): https://theartoflutherie.com/french-polish-shellac/ 👉Why I switched To French Polishing (Article): https://theartoflutherie.com/why-i-switched-to-french-polishing/ 👉Learn more about the Luthier's EDGE online guitar-making school here: https://theartoflutherie.com/luthier-school/ 👉My Most Recommended Luthier Tools: https://theartoflutherie.com/luthier-tools/   French Polishing Fundamentals Video Series: 👉Part 1 Introduction and Why I switched To Shellac: https://youtu.be/eUqCX_VeuXI   Connect With Me On Social 👉Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/TheArtOfLutherie 👉Twitter: http://twitter.com/artoflutherie 👉Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheArtOfLutherie/ 👉TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theartoflutherie   Check out my handmade guitars here: https://tbguitars.com/   ---   *By making a purchase through any of our affiliate links, we receive a very small commission at no extra cost to you. This helps us on our mission to provide quality guitar-building and woodworking education to you. Thank you.

    7 min

  8. 04/21/2023 · VIDEO

    French Polishing Fundamentals Part 1 - Why I Switched To Shellac

    How To French Polish Series: French Polishing Fundamentals - Part 1 Part one of a seven part free series to help you learn the art of French polishing for guitars. Links from the video: 👉The Art Of French Polishing Video Course: https://theartoflutherie.com/french-polishing/ 👉Download the Free Shellac Handbook Here: https://theartoflutherie.com/shellac-handbook-for-french-polishing/ 👉Introduction to French Polishing (Article): https://theartoflutherie.com/french-polish-shellac/ 👉Why I switched To French Polishing (Article): https://theartoflutherie.com/why-i-switched-to-french-polishing/ 👉Learn more about the Luthier's EDGE online guitar-making school here: https://theartoflutherie.com/luthier-school/ 👉My Most Recommended Luthier Tools: https://theartoflutherie.com/luthier-tools/   Connect With Me On Social   👉Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/TheArtOfLutherie 👉Twitter: http://twitter.com/artoflutherie 👉Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheArtOfLutherie/ 👉TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theartoflutherie Check out my handmade guitars here: https://tbguitars.com/   ---   *By making a purchase through any of our affiliate links, we receive a very small commission at no extra cost to you. This helps us on our mission to provide quality guitar-building and woodworking education to you. Thank you.

    13 min
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Whether you’ve been building guitars for a while or you’re just now planning to start your first one, The Art Of Lutherie is the premier source for guitar making techniques, tips, tricks, instruction, and much more to help you build better guitars. Master luthier Tom Bills shares years of experience building ultra high-end custom acoustic guitars in a laid back and easy to understand way. He takes you beyond step-by-step, focusing on helping you understand not just “HOW” but “WHY”, so you can be equipped and empowered to create your own unique guitars and not just another reproduction. More information, Video Courses, Tutorials, and more guitar making goodness is available on our website: theartoflutherie.com

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  • Creator
    Tom Bills: Master Luthier, Author, And Guitar Making Instructor
  • Years Active
    2016 - 2024
  • Episodes
    22
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright The Art Of Lutherie 2023
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