It's been a bit busy about the shop and studio lately and I've not been able to update as much as I'd like. However, here is the first installment of the Steampunk project.
The inspiration for this project is Jules Verne's 20000 Leagues Under the Sea. Or more specifically, the Nautilus. That fantastic Electric submarine that is at the core of the story. If you've not read this masterpiece, do so NOW!
Anyway, we're starting with a Dean EVO. Yep, cheap as dirt, and even cheaper because I picked it up scratch and dent. No electrical signal. Hmmmm, that's where that arrow went.
Tear down begins!
One of the first ideas that I had concerned the pickup selection. Yeah, sometimes I start in the middle and work out. I thought about how interesting it would be to route out the body and do a sliding pickup, with a lever system that would determine the pickup position. Alas, this idea was shattered by the poor quality of the guitar. How's that for an unstable neck joint?
Oooh, and lots of extra wiring. Maybe the signal just didn't have enough steam to get all the way through. : )
Alright, with tear down complete it's time to start with the rebuild. WWCND? What Would Captain Nemo Do?
Stay tuned to find out. The next installment is coming soon!
Later,
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