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Design the body based on the intended scale length and desired body-joint fret, so that the bridge is landing in the ideal spot. That...

So long as there is enough tuning spindle exposed to do the job, it should be just fine.

I see no reason to doubt its authenticity. Looks fine to me. (y)

I don't understand how this question can be answered satisfactorily unless you offer a definition of the word "proper".

I fully agree with the assertion that using modern power tools does not in any way devalue a craftsman's end product. However, it...

Yep, Bill Clinton liked to practise his embouchure in the oval office.

No spoilers! Don't tell me the answer. I might see that show eventually.

Relax, Ken! You've already bent some mahogany with a very similar figuration. This is your 01081118. It'll be fine - (where's the...

That kind of damage is caused when removing the string. Pulling it out of the slot by gripping the length of the string seems the...

That's an interesting observation. I believe that part of the appeal of the soprano ukulele comes from the fact that it is less than...

How many chords are adequate? - That depends upon what you want to do. I once met a bloke who said he could play the ukulele, so I...

I delivered groceries for the local store on Saturday mornings in the late 1940s. The bicycle had a huge wicker basket which, when fully...

Chin up, Mattie K! (I'm sorry if that's an inappropriate comment). I won't list my own woes, but I can relate to the way you feel...

How dare you post such images. I'm deeply offended. I think it is disgusting.

Excellent advice from Prof Chris (of course!) - I'd add only one thing: wind all the tension from the strings before you start.