Fantasizing about more builds

[hannaugh]

I keep a running list of ideas for builds.  It's really sad right now because I have to save money for this big trip I'm going on with my mom next year, so no new toys for Hannah for at least another year :sad:.  That of course means I have more GAS than ever because I know I can't act on it. 

- Flat top LP, mahogany sea-foam green body, either P90s or TV Jones pickups, and a custom cut pickguard similar to the Cort Sunset.  It would be extra awesome if it had an f hole, but I don't think I can convince them to put one in an LP.  Goncalo/pau ferro neck. 

- This thing has been taunting me for months now.  I really want a brown to clear flame maple LP because of this, but I'd rather have a mahogany body on it since I've already got a BK LP.  I'd do it all vintagey with old timey '59 sounding pups. 

- This, but a Jag.  And minus the dumb trem.  I'd put a TOM/stop on there. 

- Still want a black dye quilt top SG with a nice trem and some super hot pups.  I would name him Trogdor...

- Still want an L5S.  Not sure exactly how I would want it to look, but I think it would be a clear satin finish over some tasty, tasty wood. 

- Padouk firebird! Why?  I don't know!  I just think it would be cool. 

- 12 string LPS, because I need a 12 string.

- Several Telecasters.  SEVERAL!

I assure you, when I win the lottery, these things will all be built within a year.  :headbang:

 

[Suzanne]

I do the same thing Hannah LOL. I have about five on my list right now, most of which have features that require custom everything :-/

Love that Cort guitar. I'm a Goncalo fan too and my vote is for the TV Jones.

 

[hannaugh]

:laughing7: What, only five?  Haha, we're hopeless! 

 

[swarfrat]

An L-5 with a reduced upper bout - maybe LP sized, maybe in between - would go a long way towards 335/Starcaster/whatever that cort thing is. As long as hollow is an option.

 

[Phinox]

I have three bodies i want but need to figure out all the specs first. I just sold a strat i built because it felt like shite.

 

[Great Ape]

Padouk Firebird!!! What an idea!!

 

[hannaugh]

... and I'll probably never build it.  But it would be cool. 

 

[ThePhilosopher]

I'm planning a Dragonburst (or Tobaccoburst) Korina tele - I can't decide.

 

[SustainerPlayer]

If I were to describe my build fantasies it would put the server down like a dDos-attack.

 

[Corey P.]

I've specced out a Dragonburst over Zebrawood Strat a few times now.  It's inevitable.

 

[hannaugh]

I'm planning a Dragonburst (or Tobaccoburst) Korina tele - I can't decide.

:blob7: Ooooh!  Dragon!  Dragon!  Tobacco is really nice, but there aren't that many Dragonbursts out there, and it's a neat finish. 

Dragonburst over Zebra... that could be really interesting.  Maybe this is a sign that we're craving waffles...

 

[Corey P.]

ccasion14:

 

[mayfly]

Hey Hannaugh

If you do a telecaster next and pay for shipping, I'll rout it for a bender for you- gratis.

 

[hannaugh]

Thanks Trevor!  I will definitely take you up on that on a solid Tele.  The thinline I want is going to have artwork on the back, so no bender there.  But that sounds like it would be really cool on a standard, and I want one of those too. 

 

[hannaugh]

ccasion14:

Do eeeett!!!  :headbang:

 

[ihavenothingprofoundtosay]

If I were to describe my build fantasies it would put the server down like a dDos-attack.

+1.  Elle O'Elle!

My main fantasy these days is starting with a deluxe 5 W body blank, and shaping it into a "Richard Baker"* Four Thousand Three shape, with an accompanying deluxe 5 tiltback blank shaped into the appropriate Richard Baker shape.  Lots of other primo parts/pickups factor in there, as well.  I can't come anywhere close to justifying the cash for the whole thing yet, and I don't want to start ordering parts if it's going to take me years to pay off everything.  This is yet another reminder to push for a raise.... 

I think we could put each other into GAS comas with the amazing ideas we've built in our heads, so I'll only share that one.  :icon_biggrin:


* Y'know that one company that's building the same designs they've done since the 60s, and aggressively sues anyone that comes close to making something similarly shaped?  Yeah, that's the one.

 

[hannaugh]

That one that is down the street from where I work, but doesn't give factory tours because they're crazy secretive... yeah.  I wish I had one of them too.  I was -ahem- building a solid body uke with a body style similar to a certain model.  But unfortunately, I got to the neck and was kind of out of my league as far as building skills go, so that's on hold. 

Of course now I have this image in my mind that the factory is like Willy Wonka's Magical Guitar Shop because they don't let anyone in there. 

 

[Jet-Jaguar]

This place is like the worst AA meeting ever.
"Lately, I've been thinking about getting a drink."
"What have you been thinking about drinking?"
"A mostly authentic Cuban Mojito, only with organic strawberries added."
"Oh man, you should TOTALLY drink that!!"

 

[Cagey]

Hehe! Yeah.

 

[mayfly]

That one that is down the street from where I work, but doesn't give factory tours because they're crazy secretive... yeah.  I wish I had one of them too.  I was -ahem- building a solid body uke with a body style similar to a certain model.  But unfortunately, I got to the neck and was kind of out of my league as far as building skills go, so that's on hold. 

Of course now I have this image in my mind that the factory is like Willy Wonka's Magical Guitar Shop because they don't let anyone in there.

I used to have three (or was it four?) of those 'R' guitars.  They're not that special compared to a warmoth telecaster.  Back in the day (late 80s) they were the best thing going mind you.