Tools & Jigs

How To Install Tune-O-Matic Bridge Posts - Click here to download the PDF version of this article Important: Before starting to install the tune-o-matic bridge posts make sure the neck and fingerboard are in their final positions. This is important because the position of the bridge on the body is highly dependent on the fingerboard and the nut. Since the strings vibrate […]
How To Make A Notched Straightedge Like Stewart MacDonald - The notched straightedge from Stewart MacDonald is a highly regarded tool for checking the straightness of a guitar fingerboard. Made from machined stainless steal, this tool allows you to check the straightness of the fingerboard independently from the frets because the notches in the straightedge sit over the frets. The tools is rated as excellent (5/5 stars) […]

How To Install Tune-O-Matic Bridge Posts - Click here to download the PDF version of this article Important: Before starting to install the tune-o-matic bridge posts make sure the neck and fingerboard are in their final positions. This is important because the position of the bridge on the body is highly dependent on the fingerboard and the nut. Since the strings vibrate […]
Router Planing Jig - This is a very simple but incredibly useful jig. The whole thing is made of 5/8″ thick MDF and is really solid. Here’s the plan if you want to build one Router Planing Jig Plans The base and rails should be long enough so the sliding rig can cover the entire wood to be planed. Mine is 4′ […]