This DVD helped guide me through a successful build of Stewart-MacDonald's tenor uke kit. A good step-by-step review of the entire process except finishing. If you are thinking of building or wondering how it is done, this DVD is for you. Here's what Stew-Mac says about the DVD on their website:
Produced especially for our soprano and tenor ukulele kits, this enjoyable 109-minute DVD tutorial will give you excellent guidance. Gordon and Char Mayer of Mya-Moé Ukuleles demonstrate the complete assembly process. Helpful tips from pro luthiers!
Contents:
Kit introduction
Making assembly fixtures
Gluing the neck block, tailblock and linings
Installing the soundhole rosette
Bracing the top and back
Gluing the top and back to the sides
Fretting and gluing the fingerboard
Final neck shaping
Dressing the frets
Gluing the neck to the body and finishing
Gluing the bridge
Installing the tuners and strings
Gordon and Char Mayer are the husband and wife team behind Mya-Moé ukuleles. Their handcrafted instruments are renowned for tone and playability. This DVD includes valuable insights and techniques practiced at Mya-Moé.
Sells for $39.95 plus shipping at Stew-Mac. Get it from me for $20 plus $4.95 Priority Mail.
Produced especially for our soprano and tenor ukulele kits, this enjoyable 109-minute DVD tutorial will give you excellent guidance. Gordon and Char Mayer of Mya-Moé Ukuleles demonstrate the complete assembly process. Helpful tips from pro luthiers!
Contents:
Kit introduction
Making assembly fixtures
Gluing the neck block, tailblock and linings
Installing the soundhole rosette
Bracing the top and back
Gluing the top and back to the sides
Fretting and gluing the fingerboard
Final neck shaping
Dressing the frets
Gluing the neck to the body and finishing
Gluing the bridge
Installing the tuners and strings
Gordon and Char Mayer are the husband and wife team behind Mya-Moé ukuleles. Their handcrafted instruments are renowned for tone and playability. This DVD includes valuable insights and techniques practiced at Mya-Moé.
Sells for $39.95 plus shipping at Stew-Mac. Get it from me for $20 plus $4.95 Priority Mail.
