I Built A Guitar ON THE BEACH

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  • čas přidán 9. 04. 2024
  • In this video I build an electric Hawaiian guitar (lap steel) out of driftwood I found on the beach in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada
    This is my first video, I have never done video editing before, and am very happy that you're here checking it out. I'm planning on getting better, and have lots of really cool projects to show you, from vintage restorations, to full custom instruments builds. Thanks!
    Visit my instagram: / notaluthier
    outro song is from: hymm.bandcamp.com/album/hmmm
    *updates/mistakes:
    -The knife is a Mora not an Opinel
    -“Flat head” screws are actually called slot heads
    -Dr. Frankenstein’s first name was Victor
    #notaluthier
    #woodworking #luthier #luthiery #DIY #britishcolumbia #canada #vancouverisland #guitar #guitarmaking #beach #driftwood #lapsteel #electricguitar

Komentáře • 219

  • @courier11sec
    @courier11sec Před 2 měsíci +91

    Ted told me to come watch this, and I'm not about to ignore Ted.

    • @Notaluthier
      @Notaluthier  Před 2 měsíci +11

      Ted gives great advice!

    • @Skoden_lures
      @Skoden_lures Před 2 měsíci +2

      I'm here for the same reason, Ted sed to.

    • @timothycormier3494
      @timothycormier3494 Před 2 měsíci +3

      This is the guy that Ted was talking about?!? It just popped into my feed and I’m checking it out. Turns out it was recommended by one of my favorite channels. Very cool! Good stuff man!

    • @podfuk
      @podfuk Před 2 měsíci +1

      I even found it before I watched Teds video, but I guess thats just YT alghoritm ;)
      Great chanel, great guy, cant wait for more videos!

    • @gabriellongworth4697
      @gabriellongworth4697 Před 2 měsíci

      Ha me too!

  • @Nomadboatbuilding
    @Nomadboatbuilding Před 2 měsíci +12

    To other viewers, I just visited Levon here at his shop. This dude has some serious luthier skills. I was blown away at the quality and creativity of some of his builds. Stay tuned to this channel for some off the hook stuff down the road.

    • @Notaluthier
      @Notaluthier  Před 2 měsíci +2

      Thanks Mark! It was great to meet you.

  • @timprodanovich1881
    @timprodanovich1881 Před 2 měsíci +3

    Not a Luthier, but an artist. We love the creativity of this guy!

  • @MichaelMcBride58
    @MichaelMcBride58 Před 2 měsíci +13

    TW was right. This was worth watching.

    • @Sammywhat
      @Sammywhat Před 2 měsíci

      Yes, this is quite sublime.

  • @tonedpeter
    @tonedpeter Před 2 měsíci +5

    I can’t wait to be a cool dad like you when I grow up

  • @terryeaster1
    @terryeaster1 Před měsícem +2

    Ted sent me here. I'm glad he did.

  • @paulpennington-mv7rt
    @paulpennington-mv7rt Před měsícem +2

    I subscribed just to watch holes being drilled. 🎉. And this video meets my minimum daily requirement of holes being drilled. Daily.
    Breathing the solder is sort of a side quest to the man in the black hat.
    Sans Benadryl.

  • @SixSixthSix
    @SixSixthSix Před 2 měsíci +3

    Twoodfrd send me here!
    I'm not disappointed!

  • @thejedirangersworkshop2
    @thejedirangersworkshop2 Před 25 dny +1

    Doctor Victor Frankenstein is the creator of the monster.

  • @Jean-Chri.Brixhe
    @Jean-Chri.Brixhe Před měsícem +2

    +100 for the Wayne and Garth end!!! 😀

  • @abrosh5434
    @abrosh5434 Před 2 měsíci +53

    Ooooh you cut like you have socialized healthcare.

    • @Notaluthier
      @Notaluthier  Před 2 měsíci +12

      😂 is it THAT obvious that I won’t spend my life in debt if I get an owie?

    • @JerkofAllTradesTLH
      @JerkofAllTradesTLH Před 2 měsíci +13

      @@Notaluthier Fell out of my chair at the original comment, and now I have to sell my house. Thanks.

    • @Notaluthier
      @Notaluthier  Před 2 měsíci +10

      @@JerkofAllTradesTLH pretty sure you can just sue the chair manufacturer and make up your losses 😜

    • @Sammywhat
      @Sammywhat Před 2 měsíci +2

      This is the funniest thread I've read in the last 14 minutes.

  • @guarddog318
    @guarddog318 Před 2 měsíci +3

    Dr. Frankenstein's first name was Victor.
    The monster had a name as well; Adam.

  • @Joe___R
    @Joe___R Před 2 měsíci +8

    I was more expecting delta blues, not island vibes from your lap steel, but with it made out of driftwood, it does make sense.

  • @michaelpilgrim8131
    @michaelpilgrim8131 Před 2 měsíci +20

    Ted sent me.

  • @josephreese
    @josephreese Před 2 měsíci +1

    I am an artist and luthier. I respect Ted ! Plus! Ted mentioned an old friend, Fred carillon! Very cool!

  • @JagStar
    @JagStar Před 2 měsíci +2

    Your videos are the perfect antidote for the chaos that is my life lately! Thanks brother!

  • @alonsoquesada1136
    @alonsoquesada1136 Před 2 měsíci +2

    It says Resilience on the back, so that's a cool name for it

  • @SierraAppa
    @SierraAppa Před měsícem +2

    Finding this channel was the highlight of my day! I truly hope you keep making videos. Because I will keep watching said videos. I appreciate the balance between humor, information, outdoor shots, sad dog face, and great background music. Would easily be a go to channel for me. Suggesting it to all my gee-tar nerd friends. Cheers brother! You got a great thing going

  • @genesmith555
    @genesmith555 Před 2 měsíci +4

    I heard a voice in my head. It said come here. I realized it was Ted. He said you'd bring good cheer.
    Please don't ban me...

  • @thecaveofthedead
    @thecaveofthedead Před 2 měsíci +3

    The guy who builds the monster is called Victor. Good fun man.

  • @harmlesscreationsofthegree1248
    @harmlesscreationsofthegree1248 Před 2 měsíci +4

    12:00 - Your daughter’s name is ‘loopholes’? Very Zappa of you, sir.
    TW sent me and I’m glad, nice vid.

    • @Notaluthier
      @Notaluthier  Před 2 měsíci +3

      Hahahah perhaps my formative years shouldn’t have included so many psychedelics

  • @ktk44man
    @ktk44man Před 2 měsíci +1

    Whats funny is that i didnt watch that video where ted recommended i watch this guy, but from generally watching ted the algorithm just gave me this guy too

  • @LightBranches
    @LightBranches Před 2 měsíci +2

    That was a metric ton’a’fun!

  • @FleshandBoneRecords
    @FleshandBoneRecords Před 2 měsíci +2

    Really enjoy your work on this project & looking forward to seeing more projects!
    I was watch in on a big screen.😂

  • @mrsogre
    @mrsogre Před 2 měsíci +2

    I was waiting for a reference to Driftwood by Travis. But this really flotsam my boat, but also strangely jetsam my goat.

  • @marianoarnaiz
    @marianoarnaiz Před 2 měsíci +2

    The video and the ending credits were really cool!

  • @user-de6yj5jf6y
    @user-de6yj5jf6y Před 2 měsíci +1

    Another sent by Ted, but I didn't expect to see a beach I recognize from spending many hours over the past couple of decades enjoying it!

  • @gogotrololo
    @gogotrololo Před 2 měsíci +5

    Bro I hope this is the start to a long and prosperous YT channel! Loved it, it's perfect.

  • @jordmosselman3403
    @jordmosselman3403 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Fun build, sounds good!
    Favourite type of screws: the one shots, you get one shot to get the desired effect. Usually they are the drillbit rachethead kind.
    Notable side effect: you get to use choice words, inappropiate tools, preferably in the wrong size and...play with IFO's > Indentified Flying Objects! Nice edit, keep it up!

  • @simonzowie
    @simonzowie Před 2 měsíci +2

    I love this video! Well done, make more.

  • @amandabranch3053
    @amandabranch3053 Před 2 měsíci +4

    Hell yeah!

  • @drdoktor77
    @drdoktor77 Před 2 měsíci +2

    Ted Woodford sent me, and I'm glad he did, this was a lot of fun.

  • @charleswishartaustin
    @charleswishartaustin Před 2 měsíci +5

    Go Levon!

  • @Shaqsonville
    @Shaqsonville Před 2 měsíci +1

    Thank you CZcams algorithm for sending you my way. I have nothing but time for this kind of content.
    Insanely jealous of the sheer amount of driftwood you have at your disposal
    Subscribed

    • @Notaluthier
      @Notaluthier  Před 2 měsíci

      Thanks and welcome! I am definitely lucky…other beaches, even in my area, aren’t as forthcoming with the driftwood as the one closest to my house!

  • @gordonbateman2798
    @gordonbateman2798 Před 2 měsíci +2

    Fantastic !! Enjoyed the whole video...build on !

  • @rayclark9643
    @rayclark9643 Před 2 měsíci +1

    I can see why Ted enjoyed your video🤣!

  • @fitzygerald1108
    @fitzygerald1108 Před 2 měsíci +1

    T25 is my favorite screw head :)

  • @PaisleyPatchouli
    @PaisleyPatchouli Před 2 měsíci +2

    Sent by Ted. Picked up a ton of valuable woodworking tips. Gotta say, those old 60s Teisco pickups sound great on anything.. I mean, you could just slap one on a piece of trash, and voila... er..

  • @624Dudley
    @624Dudley Před 2 měsíci +1

    Squoze is very definitely, 100%, a word. If it isn’t it should be. 👍

  • @squirrel-1969
    @squirrel-1969 Před 2 měsíci +4

    Very cool! A bit of driftwood, some old parts and a lot of ingenuity and you have a fantastic lapsteel guitar! Well done I look forward to seeing your next project.

  • @sbrown1953
    @sbrown1953 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Clover Point! I've spent many happy hours flying kites there, and walking the beaches. /sent on a recommendation from twoodfrd

    • @Notaluthier
      @Notaluthier  Před 2 měsíci

      Nice! I’ve only been here 8 years but Dallas road beach is a treasure, especially when it’s empty 😂.

  • @kamikaze2613
    @kamikaze2613 Před 2 měsíci +3

    any guitar that can give you a splinter is a good guitar XD

  • @dale1956ties
    @dale1956ties Před 2 měsíci +3

    Dr. Frankenstein's 1st name in the 1931 movie was Henry. Played by Colin Clive "It's ALIVE!!"

    • @Notaluthier
      @Notaluthier  Před 2 měsíci +1

      That’s interesting! I just looked it up and I guess since the book he was named Victor

  • @scottishgentlemen6038
    @scottishgentlemen6038 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Quality entertainment from start to finish. I like hex screws although you rarely see them on much of anything. Looking forward to seeing what you get up to next!

  • @RaxFx
    @RaxFx Před 2 měsíci +2

    great way to start my day.. oh.. it rhymes... (thanks Ted!)

  • @mrclaus859
    @mrclaus859 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Thanks for posting. And thank Ted.

  • @scottvangiesen6199
    @scottvangiesen6199 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Ted sent me, and I was not disappointed.

  • @fatfreddyscat2
    @fatfreddyscat2 Před 2 měsíci +2

    Loved it. Abysmal inadequacy is good for me so keep it up!

  • @Zen_Not_Zen
    @Zen_Not_Zen Před 2 měsíci +1

    Such a splendid video, I watched this after the 'Methstang' build - Great to see the beach on the island too #lovelymemoriesofvisitingvancouverisland

    • @Notaluthier
      @Notaluthier  Před 2 měsíci +1

      Thank you! I will try and find ways to include my surroundings whenever I can in future vids. It’s such a gorgeous place

    • @Zen_Not_Zen
      @Zen_Not_Zen Před 2 měsíci

      @@Notaluthier Beautiful indeed !
      My partners uncle lives on the Island , we loved the beaches there. So many logs and wood washed up. That was a great find for the laptop Hawaiian guitar.
      Great videos , the Methstang refurb was fantastic. I look forward to the next video/post.

  • @garrickmartin7707
    @garrickmartin7707 Před 2 měsíci +2

    Nice stuff. Looking forward to more. Yeah, Ted sent me too.

  • @kellyswoodyard
    @kellyswoodyard Před 2 měsíci +2

    Buy, or steal, some spade bits. You'll get to keep your thumb. The Forstener bit you have, is for a wood lathe.

    • @Notaluthier
      @Notaluthier  Před 2 měsíci

      Yeah, usually it’s in my drill press. Cutting corners rarely works. I will dig out my spade bits

  • @phillbrown3823
    @phillbrown3823 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Totally agree with the dome top flat head brass screw…

  • @BeastOfSoda
    @BeastOfSoda Před 2 měsíci +1

    Master Woodford was correct, this has been an entertaining watch.

  • @EveyoneCallsMeTheDude
    @EveyoneCallsMeTheDude Před 2 měsíci +1

    Thanks for sharing youre day with me

  • @tomfitzsimmons6535
    @tomfitzsimmons6535 Před 2 měsíci +1

    This could be described as being delightful. I will tell others, should some come by but I suspect my video recommendations are generally ignored or forgotten, as they usually are with me . I'm glad I listened to Ted 's though.

  • @rogerhinman5427
    @rogerhinman5427 Před 2 měsíci +8

    So when are we going to see this lap steel on twoodfrd's channel for some reason?

    • @Notaluthier
      @Notaluthier  Před 2 měsíci +2

      Hahahha, well it is possibly on its way to Ontario, so the odds are going up quickly

  •  Před 2 měsíci +1

    🎉

  • @skullheadwater9839
    @skullheadwater9839 Před 23 dny +1

    Hmmm another Canadian, all I can say is my condolences.

  • @LowEndMarauder
    @LowEndMarauder Před 2 měsíci +1

    Robertson is my favourite screw head because of Canadian bias. Here from Ted's recommendation. Watching from Port Alberni on the island. Keep up the good work

  • @RobHutten
    @RobHutten Před 2 měsíci +3

    Well this was good fun. Looking forward to more build vids.

  • @greendragon4571
    @greendragon4571 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Ted sent me toooooooooooooooooooooo

  • @gsuderman
    @gsuderman Před 2 měsíci +1

    Ted Woodward mentioned to see your site. Excellent video!

  • @rickmccl71
    @rickmccl71 Před 2 měsíci +1

    I would call it the niftiest jack plate I've ever seen. I need to finish rebuilding my lap steel and find a good tutor.

  • @jesseschwenk5310
    @jesseschwenk5310 Před 2 měsíci +2

    Beautiful, relaxing, and hilarious video! Also, Faceful of Crotch would be a great band name 😂 Cheers!!

    • @Notaluthier
      @Notaluthier  Před 2 měsíci

      Hahaha thanks! The faceful of crotch band name is open to anyone who wants it 😅

  • @PhyllisProut
    @PhyllisProut Před 2 měsíci +1

    Can't wait for your bible!!

  • @axilleas
    @axilleas Před 2 měsíci +1

    Ted sent me here as well, 10/10 not disappointed!
    P.S.: Sounds bloody brilliant!!! Take that tonewood snobs!

  • @andrewburnes2158
    @andrewburnes2158 Před 2 měsíci +3

    I think it says “Pesilence”, ie a misspelling of pestilence. Very metal.

    • @Notaluthier
      @Notaluthier  Před 2 měsíci +1

      Or maybe pez-ilience. The strength of small rectangular candies

  • @amandabranch3053
    @amandabranch3053 Před 2 měsíci +3

    Love a vlog!!!

  • @patrikdunmar8022
    @patrikdunmar8022 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Dude! You're groovy bruh 👍😁

  • @enigmaticloremaster1700
    @enigmaticloremaster1700 Před 2 měsíci +1

    cool stuff 😄 Have built a few guitars myself but never from driftwood or rustic old woods.

  • @MuseumsBloke
    @MuseumsBloke Před 2 měsíci +1

    Like many others, Mr Ted sent me. Excellent vibe; worth the sub, IMHO. Sadly, think the trading name ‘Driftwood Guitars” is already taken, though you do have infinitely better hair than that bloke…

  • @usefulchickens
    @usefulchickens Před 2 měsíci +2

    Hi! I'm the daughter of the person who called you a enius. We watched your video toether! I think you're a enius too. Sadly, the letter that sounds like jee on my keyboard is also broken..

    • @Notaluthier
      @Notaluthier  Před 2 měsíci +1

      Awwwe thanks! Hopefully y’all don’t use gmail!

  • @johnosborne3187
    @johnosborne3187 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Fire bad!!

    • @Notaluthier
      @Notaluthier  Před 2 měsíci +1

      I almost squeezed that reference in!

  • @armandhuetdegrenier2994
    @armandhuetdegrenier2994 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Great creativity, vision and skills continue to unfold, Levon … keep on keepin’ on, bro ~!~ hi to novi too … 🙏🏼❤️🦅“uncle” armand : from the other shore ~!~

    • @Notaluthier
      @Notaluthier  Před 2 měsíci

      Hello Uncle Armand! How nice to have your presence here!

  • @GuttlinGuitars
    @GuttlinGuitars Před 2 měsíci +4

    Wow, great editing

  • @druhansen4604
    @druhansen4604 Před 2 měsíci

    Good stuff! Looking forward to more videos!

  • @markdoyle9642
    @markdoyle9642 Před 2 měsíci

    It isn't the title of "Luthier" that matters...It's the Music. RESPECT!

    • @Notaluthier
      @Notaluthier  Před 2 měsíci +1

      Gotta admit, I’ve never even seen a lute in person .

  • @Blodtann
    @Blodtann Před 2 měsíci +9

    Recommended by Ted Woodford so have another subscriber. I particularly liked the latent tetanus traps you left in there, very rock'n'roll!

    • @PeteZolli
      @PeteZolli Před 2 měsíci +4

      Yep. Uncle Ted's thumbs-up will be sending a LOT of people here, I think. 🙂

    • @Notaluthier
      @Notaluthier  Před 2 měsíci +4

      That’s awesome @twoodfrd is definitely my favourite luthiery channel

  • @TheKruizr
    @TheKruizr Před 2 měsíci +1

    Gnarly lapsteel dude.. ✌️

  • @nevarmaor
    @nevarmaor Před 2 měsíci +1

    LOL dome top flat head screw.
    Why does this bring back memories of Red Green?

    • @Notaluthier
      @Notaluthier  Před 2 měsíci +1

      Are you saying the women don’t find me handsome? 😂

    • @nevarmaor
      @nevarmaor Před 2 měsíci

      @@Notaluthier Keep your stick on the ice 👍

  • @Philosocopter
    @Philosocopter Před 2 měsíci +5

    Just watched with Aesop and Finn. Enthralling. They like the swears. I had to explain the Bill Clinton joke. Just glad it was about inhaling and not the other thing...

    • @Notaluthier
      @Notaluthier  Před 2 měsíci +3

      Yeah, my references are VERY dated, not sure anyone under 40 will get that one.

    • @popefang
      @popefang Před 2 měsíci +3

      @@Notaluthier I did not have lead-based soldering relations with that pickup

  • @VincentSebastianMusic
    @VincentSebastianMusic Před 2 měsíci +2

    Nice!! Feeling inspired to make something now!

  • @WaitandSeeMusic
    @WaitandSeeMusic Před 2 měsíci +4

    I love it, I love you

  • @BaBaBaBenny
    @BaBaBaBenny Před 2 měsíci +1

    Dr. Frankenstein's first name is Victor.

  • @joelfildes5544
    @joelfildes5544 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Use the cutter on the pliers ‘backwards’ to strip wires…be gentle though…

  • @adammono1839
    @adammono1839 Před 2 měsíci

    Bro! That is some whimsy sh*t bro! Like, totally magical!

  • @guitfidle
    @guitfidle Před 2 měsíci +1

    Quite the fun project! I should really try this some time. Although the internal jaws on the chuck on my eggbeater drill popped apart. Not quite sure how to get them back together....
    Oh, and technically, you are referring to slotted head screws. Flat head means countersunkso they are flat with the material when installed (yeah, I know, nitpicking details 😁)

    • @guitfidle
      @guitfidle Před 2 měsíci

      I really need to start making videos of my projects too.

    • @Notaluthier
      @Notaluthier  Před 2 měsíci

      Whoops! Slottttttttttted. Got it.

  • @alioth2021
    @alioth2021 Před 2 měsíci +1

    I'm a torx man myself.

  • @toddkelley8685
    @toddkelley8685 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Victor.

  • @andreashale1482
    @andreashale1482 Před měsícem +1

    (Dr Frankenstein's first name is Victor. )

  • @turgworks4138
    @turgworks4138 Před 2 měsíci +3

    That was an exquisite video. I'm extremely envious of the amount of drift wood you have access to, more importantly, my favourite screw to use is a Robertson drive but I love the the of a counter sunk, brass, flat head screw

    • @Notaluthier
      @Notaluthier  Před 2 měsíci +2

      Thanks! Yes! The wood selection on this, closest beach to my house is actually fairly exceptional. I frequent other beaches in the area that are only good for my mental health, and not for my wood collection.
      Robertson is a great utility screw, but I can’t see ever using one on a guitar build (having said that I did add about a dozen Robertson wood screws to my last flotsam build)

    • @turgworks4138
      @turgworks4138 Před 2 měsíci +1

      @@Notaluthier keep the videos coming dude, you're onto a good thing

  • @jacquikerr-bell7850
    @jacquikerr-bell7850 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Subscribing as prescribed by Ted. And cos i laughed out loud as I got a face full of *you know what. 😅

    • @Notaluthier
      @Notaluthier  Před 2 měsíci

      Thanks and welcome! (And you’re welcome for the faceful 🤣)

  • @AndreRMeyer
    @AndreRMeyer Před 2 měsíci +1

    0:47 bschysse
    Grammatik: PP. bschisse
    Schreibweisen: bschyysse, bschiisse
    Bedeutung: betrügen, bescheissen, hintergehen, mogeln, falsch spielen usw.
    Redensarten: "Es bschysst si nid hert" oder "Es bschysst sech nid vil" (Es kommt aufs Gleiche heraus, es ist gehupft wie gesprungen ).

  • @MatthewSparkes
    @MatthewSparkes Před 2 měsíci

    Ted sent me. Was not disappointed.

  • @darlacurrey-colter3844
    @darlacurrey-colter3844 Před 22 dny +1

    if ted sez “look” it will be worth it.

  • @Tetsaraku
    @Tetsaraku Před 2 měsíci

    Torx srews all day every day. Regards from Ted.

  • @captainchaos3053
    @captainchaos3053 Před 2 měsíci +1

    My understanding is Victor was his first name.

  • @BanBanChi
    @BanBanChi Před 2 měsíci +1

    You are a enius! Awesome first video. You earned my subscription. Sadly the letter that sounds like jee on my keyboard is broken so you are a enius!

    • @Notaluthier
      @Notaluthier  Před 2 měsíci +1

      So reat of you to watch and comment, have an ood day!

  • @DavidM.-qr9xh
    @DavidM.-qr9xh Před 2 měsíci +1

    Merci à Ted W de m'avoir envoyé sur cette vidéo, et bravo à toi pour ton sens de l'humour.
    PS : on dit "le commentaire" ;-)

    • @Notaluthier
      @Notaluthier  Před 2 měsíci

      oh non! j'ai toujours eu du mal avec le genre des noms

  • @markgordon4368
    @markgordon4368 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Ive thought about a driftwood guitar as I live opposite you by Liverpool 😊

    • @Notaluthier
      @Notaluthier  Před 2 měsíci +1

      I harvest a bunch of red cedar here for acoustic instruments. Always very satisfying! Liverpool England, or Nova Scotia? Or some third option?

    • @markgordon4368
      @markgordon4368 Před 2 měsíci

      @Notaluthier 🫡 England sir! 🇬🇧 sadly because of the water companies more likely a fatburge than red cedar 🤐 most of our wood is root balls or flotsam and jetsam for some reason 🤔 is there much movement in the wood? Does the salinity effect the gluing? Many thanks Mark.

    • @Notaluthier
      @Notaluthier  Před 2 měsíci

      @@markgordon4368 the wood, though sometimes waterlogged is usually fully “dry” meaning not “green” thus is a ready to use right away. Salt doesn’t seem to be an issue.