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There is no end to the ways you can customize and personalize your guitar. Below are some of the major design choices you may want to consider. |
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The major body styles (shapes) to choose amongst are (in approximately increasing size): · parlor, · grand concert, · 3/4 size dreadnought, · full size dreadnought, · grand auditorium · Mini-jumbo, and · jumbo. |
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Body Size and Shape |
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The soundboard (the guitar top), more so than any other part of the guitar determines the quality of the sound. Solid wood quarter-cut sitka spruce is an excellent choice for a steel-string acoustic. Engelmann spruce is also a good choice. For a softer sound you may choose a cedar top (more often found on classical guitars). Fir and mahogany can also be used for the soundboard. |
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Soundboard Wood |
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There are many possible choices of wood for the sides and back of your guitar. Mahogany, walnut, and cherry are good choices. For a more traditional look, go with Indian rosewood. And, to really get the attention of your audience, choose figured maple for the sides and back and watch the audiences’ jaws drop. |
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Sides and Back Wood |
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Inlayed pearl is one of the most beautiful ways to personalize your guitar. Whether the shimmering white of Mother-of-Pearl (MOP) or the more dramatic coloured Abalone pearl, nothing is more striking on a guitar than professional-quality inlay work. Click here for more examples. |
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Pearl Inlay |
