How to Build a Mini Guitar Kit Step-by-Step

EPISODE 1

PEGHEAD SHAPING+BODY PREP

  • Unboxing the kit
  • Shaping the peghead
  • Finish sanding
  • Applying grain filler

EPISODE 2

MIXING COLORS+FINISHING

  • Mixing custom colors
  • Making a finish applicator
  • Finishing techniques
  • Applying color and clear coats

EPISODE 3

INSTALLING THE NECK+HARDWARE

  • Attaching the neck
  • Installing the pickguard, bridge, and tuners
  • Wiring the electronics

EPISODE 4

FINAL SETUP+INTONATION

  • Installing the string trees
  • Adjusting the truss rod
  • Setting the action at the nut and bridge
  • Adjusting the intonation
  • Setting pickup height