1960 Les Paul Junior Special Inspired Guitar Build Part 1

PART 1 of 3. A guitar building entertainment documentary of a 1960 Les Paul Junior Special with P90 inspired guitar. The film is a fly on the wall day to day life of retired Music Tutor/Luthier Michael Tarr with his grandchildren.
The Ex British Steel Electrical Engineer working from his home Workshop and Studio with his Grandchildren based in South Wales, United Kingdom.
I film my guitar making for my Children and Grandchildren and to give enjoyment to other's with an interest in guitars.
PLEASE NOTE.... There is more than one way to do any of the processes in building a guitar. Do what works for you with the tools and equipment you have to hand. Also Please Note. This is not a tutorial it is filmed for entertainment and All Health and Safety equipment were in place and used when making this entertainment documentary. If removed it was for filming purpose only. Just watch and I hope you enjoy the film please like and subscribe. Many thanks Mike.

[@TheMtvdeath]

An absolute joy to watch as always! Thank you, Michael!

[@mitarrguitars]

Thank you very much, pleased you enjoyed the films. Best wishes Mike

[@spikeafrican8797]

Love your channel! The tips and explanations are very much appreciated. Thanks.

[@mitarrguitars]

Thank you very much, pleased you enjoyed it. Best wishes from Wales Mike

[@petecoates6410]

Fantastic. Looking forward to seeing this one come together

[@mitarrguitars]

Cheers Peter, many thanks for your comment. Mike

[@myguitarworkshop]

Another awesome build, you're my inspiration Mike

[@mitarrguitars]

Thank you very much for your kind words. Please you enjoyed the build. Mike

[@plexibreath]

Great video! This is giving me ideas for the LP Junior I'm building next. It will have a Hipshot tremolo and a reverse Firebird headstock.

[@mitarrguitars]

Love the sound of that idea. Glad you liked the films, and many thanks for your comment. It is very much appreciated. Mike

[@paulneeds]

I’ve only just discovered your channel - it’s really good to hear a proper accent (I’m in Neath). Enjoying your back catalogue. 👍🏽

[@mitarrguitars]

Hi Paul. Glad you enjoyed the channel. I’m sure I’m the only Welsh 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 CZcams guitar build. I’m based Ebbw Vale so very close to you. Thanks for your comment, it’s very appreciated. Mike

[@zaneb3932]

Thanks so much for this series Mike! I’m getting ready to build my first guitar - a double cut junior special style - and this has already been an incredible resource for learning for me!

[@mitarrguitars]

Thank you for your comment, and so pleased you got information and pleasure out of it. It’s a fabulous guitar to make, one of my favourite alongside a Telecaster. Any help just ask. Best wishes from Wales. Mike

[@juaniferritto165]

How's that build going?

[@aquajew3000]

Love your builds. Love the way you get your grandkids involved too. Where did you get the pre angled neck blank from?

[@mitarrguitars]

Thanks for you comment, pleased you enjoy the build. It was a one off purchase from eBay, sorry I’m not sure of the seller name. If I can find it I will let you know. Mike

[@SimonCustomGuitars]

I really enjoyed this mike and look forward to watching the next couple. One quick question - did you use a single or double action truss rod and do you think it really matters.

[@mitarrguitars]

Thank you Simon for your comment, it’s very much appreciated. Yes it’s a double action truss rod. I think it makes a difference, to be have the option of adjust the neck relief both ways. I did at one time make my own single action rods but it’s just not worth it. Double are inexpensive and work well. Best wishes Mike.