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Custom made acoustic guitars

So, you decided that you want to enter the ranks of those who have bought a custom made acoustic guitars.  You want to be able to grip your ax and say (quietly, because it doesn't actually sound that cool when you say it too loudly) “I helped make this what it is.”  Choosing the exact style, the exact sound, and the exact feel that your guitar will have can be a great way to make your association with your music that much deeper and richer – even if the cost of a custom made acoustic will make you less rich in other ways.

So, what do you need to keep in mind?  First, of course, there's the wood that will be used.  Maple, rosewood, cedar, or combinations of woods can have different effects on the sound of the music.  They have different volumes, tone, quality, weight, appearance, and lifespan.  Some woods will sound better after ten years, and some will continue to sound even more melodious when they're been around for fifty years.

The headstock of your custom guitar will have a n almost entirely stylistic impact on the instrument that you are making.  Various signature headstocks should be available when you construct your custom made acoustic guitar, but you can also make a custom version.  The rosette is another decorative area that you can modify or customize on your guitar.

The electronics on your guitar, whether it's the sound-holes, the knobs, the equalizers, or the pickups, can have a major impact on the versatility and sound of your new custom item.  You can also alter the size and scale, as well as overall design, though you should be aware that this may have some impact on the sound.  Whatever the details, custom made acoustic guitars are a big investment, but one that will show in brilliance for years to come.