guitar makingThe making of a guitar is an art that combines science and creation. The history or woodcraft and the science of modern day materials and electrification make the guitar able to span the centuries. The composite materials are evident on the very familiar "Ovation" brand of guitar with the rounded back. Centuries ago man had only the
hand tools and his wits to make a fine instrument. It goes without saying that all of the parts
on a guitar that are machined or made from any metal have also achieved a industry wide standard that would be
unthinkable years ago. The bridge, tuners and
of course electric pickups for example. You can actually buy a very decent guitar
to start with for only a few hundred dollars
these days. You can spend even less if you take time and look. In days not too long gone there were only good guitars and
awful guitars, not much in between. Even as the materials have changed the basic principle and construction of the acoustic guitar, be it classical or otherwise; has changed not at all since the first guitars were made. The resonance of the guitar is reliant on the hardwoods used in the construction of the neck, soundboard and body of the guitar. Guitars also develop their tone over the years due to the aging of the wood. This is generally one of the ingredients of a desirable instrument, age and quality in guitar making. Nothing is as sweet to the avid guitar player as the sound of an old, well loved guitar. Today the neck is strengthened by a metal rod placed in the neck, a truss rod. The fret board is usually maple, ebony or rosewood. Which again are very, long lasting hard woods. Tuning pegs have evolved from a simple wooden peg to a gear mechanism which is more accurate and reliable, although a tuning peg on a well made guitar is entirely sufficient. Bridges also are now fully adjustable and provide the solution to perfect intonation for guitarists.
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