TRASHED Gibson Les Paul Guitar is Rebuilt!

TRASHED Gibson Les Paul Guitar is Rebuilt! - Complete Time lapse Video

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4 жыл бұрын

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Purchased this guitar a few years ago and spent a few months rebuilding and restoring this one. what started as a simple refinish became a full rebuild.
If you like guitar building content and an awesome guy, please like, subscribe and comment on my vids. I try to answer most questions!
I have this is a 6 part series and decided to condense this one down. makes it so much easier to watch and enjoy. Here are the full vids kzfaq.info/sun/PLvHM0_cyyFLwP6igEkypLUJTOnzgxFvuK
Rebuilding this guitar took me about 12 months. What was supposed to be an easy project became a full on take apart and rebuild. What a total pain. This is the full rebuild, enjoy!
Music by the one and only Justin Johnson: www.justinjohnsonlive.com/store.html

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@bigdguitars 3 жыл бұрын

Want an awesome project guitar? Watch this video comment on it and subscribe! kzfaq.info/get/bejne/ecVzoZSal9TQlYU.html

@GriffMJ 3 жыл бұрын

BigD..... just done a Honey burst on Ash. I used angelus dye, cellulose sanding sealer and a first coat of tru oil. I am having a problem with the open grain still being a bit tacky after two days? Any advice?

@conartist267 Жыл бұрын

Wonderful restore. Much improved. A couple of question if that’s ok? We’re you able to save the serial number? Could you have gotten away without taking the neck off? Cheers from Australia!

@LazyManJack Жыл бұрын

Any help would be appreciated sir

@BradAngove 4 жыл бұрын

Full fretboard removal and everything hey? You’re a mad man.

@bigdguitars 4 жыл бұрын

When I popped off the neck I almost had a heart attack.

@joshkjohnson 4 жыл бұрын

@@bigdguitars it was a pretty loud pop.

@jjdillon2007 4 жыл бұрын

Brad, I think Derek is sorry he didn't refinish this LP in a "outer space and planets" theme. 😊😀

@74dartman13 4 жыл бұрын

@@bigdguitars my heart skipped a beat when that thing popped!👍😎🎸🎶

@bigdguitars 4 жыл бұрын

JJ Dillon hhahhahah.

@ronyeahright9536 4 жыл бұрын

pretty amazing restore, and even more incredible that he did it in just over 16 minutes.

@forrestanderson7840 4 жыл бұрын

It was his first one .he has it down to 12 minutes now. In the trash in 20min

@cvescio17 4 жыл бұрын

@@forrestanderson7840 I was really hoping this was an r/whoooosh.. :(

@TMoody 3 жыл бұрын

I'm dead..... BWAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA!

@kurtisr2339 3 жыл бұрын

And stealthy! SO QUIET. (AWESOME work!)

@Cronposh 3 жыл бұрын

Why did this make me laugh it's such a stupid joke

@magatas8648 Жыл бұрын

Hes my dad, proud of u daddy

@hosoiarchives4858 2 ай бұрын

He’s amazing

@corail53 3 жыл бұрын

That wood around the binding at 3:18 could very well be factory. I have seen some horrendous stuff on a few Gibson's that should have never made it out of the factory. You did an awesome job giving it a new life by the way.

@phayzyre1052 Жыл бұрын

I was thinking the same thing! Feel free to read the comment I just posted.

@KB-kc7ou 4 жыл бұрын

Who else winced when neck cracked...

@bigdguitars 4 жыл бұрын

Me!!! Imagine I was doing it

@hedbangcentral5334 4 жыл бұрын

Yup, reminded me of why i'm scared to go to a chiropractor

@walshy2116 4 жыл бұрын

Kevin B oo oo over here! I did!

@shaalis 4 жыл бұрын

ohh yeah. I think I pooped a lil'.

@MikeCarpenter222 4 жыл бұрын

My rear end definitely puckered a little bit...

@Spankedchicken 4 жыл бұрын

The legend of Gibson’s quality control goes on...

@TheEngarn 4 жыл бұрын

The Drumming Sasquatch those inlays look like it could be a counterfeit but might be just my impression from the vid...

@survivor030406 4 жыл бұрын

More like ebayer dumpster dived behind Gibson factory and found a reject to sell.

@ronaldhickman9953 4 жыл бұрын

Not recently....

@ShockMe1994 4 жыл бұрын

survivor030406 they wouldn’t throw anything in a dumpster, that would go into a wood chipper if deemed unworthy and they lock their dumpster anyway

@pault8470 4 жыл бұрын

The Drumming Sasquatch not the new ones their shite

@brianwilkey5691 4 жыл бұрын

That’s one of the best looking Les Paul’s I’ve ever seen. You did a great job with it. Love the finish.

@barrywebber100 4 жыл бұрын

That was fascinating and awesome! Your skills are amazing and it was very enlightening to see what was involved to give back that guitar some TLC! All that work makes it a unique and bespoke instrument thanks to your wonderful artistry. Thank you for posting.

@gtrman12887 4 жыл бұрын

"It looks pretty dark..." Sir...it looks PERFECT!!!

@12south31 4 жыл бұрын

It's not even my guitar but my heart started beating really hard when he popped the neck off!

@kennethturner7942 4 жыл бұрын

I know! I kept thinking it was going to break!

@pablopistacio5661 4 жыл бұрын

Yes , I thought it was going to break !

@johnkruton9708 4 жыл бұрын

EXACTLY!! The neck CRACK got me to go OOOOMMMMM... then when I saw the end result of separation with no damage I was like AHH yeah!!!

@qwerty6789x 4 жыл бұрын

felt like my heart stopped when i've heard the cracking sound

@batterypwrlow 4 жыл бұрын

It was more horrific to watch than a scene from a horror movie where the killer is sneaking up behind the main character with a knife.

@theftking 3 жыл бұрын

That... was incredible. Every time I thought you'd broken it down to base parts, you took it a step further. There was always something else to remove, and oof, Gibsons, everything is glued together XD. Watching you pop off that neck... oh god. Insane; instant sub.

@scottrheinberger5429 3 жыл бұрын

Usually I find these restoration videos boring. But yours blew my mind!!!! The amount of work you conducted on that guitar was amazing . Well done!!!

@hillbilly224 4 жыл бұрын

I hope someone from quality control at Gibson is watching this

@MrUltraworld 4 жыл бұрын

I've been a Luthier since 1977 ( I was 15). I worked for 4 yrs for a guy that made Cello's and Violins, then I began my own repair business. I just watched this video, and I'm really impressed with your work. It's nice to see a young person continuing the tradition. Best wishes!

@johnkratz2476 3 жыл бұрын

Luthier? Nice try, Fred. I know what you REALLY are! 😂

@bratislavdragic3059 3 жыл бұрын

This comment is EXACTLY like saying Plane engineer? I know, I was working in a shipyard when I was 14....

@denboe2894 3 жыл бұрын

So you were 19 when you got out there ..... C'mon don't encourage the guy.

@brucelang1201 Жыл бұрын

Dedication at its ultimate this guy has so much passion for what he does and his work says it all.

@doglifehub 3 жыл бұрын

Seeing how a guitar is constructed has given me more respect for my own instruments. Great video! You have some enviable skills!

@lancemclean5700 4 жыл бұрын

I am not typically one for dark colored bursts but you knocked this one out of the park.

@bigdguitars 4 жыл бұрын

thanks thats the only burst that would work with this.

@DarkoP9.13 4 жыл бұрын

@@bigdguitars Sunset burst ey? :)

@mikerotchburns7287 4 жыл бұрын

@@bigdguitars maybe you can try a smokehouse burst?

@GuitarosaurusRex 4 жыл бұрын

My thoughts exactly... fantastic refurb....

@precisionbrown6829 4 жыл бұрын

After all that work, I’d have definitely made it a gold top first

@iaingartshore1578 4 жыл бұрын

Unbelievable I dint even think that was possible to disassemble and rebuild you sir are a very talented craftsman.

@malcolmlowe1935 4 жыл бұрын

Whilst you were playing at the end there, I was relieved when you said that you had reversed the wiring. I thought I was going mad hearing neck PU sounds coming out of the bridge PU. Nice video.

@louiscoetzee7198 3 жыл бұрын

Man that guitar looks amazing, awesome job on the restore! I was cringing when he removed the neck from the body, was like a scene from an emergency room lol

@markbundy1694 4 жыл бұрын

Art from beginning to end!!!! The Picasso of Luthiers...

@bigdguitars 4 жыл бұрын

thanks buddy!

@Nome_e_Cognome 4 жыл бұрын

No please, not a one eyed guitar!

@markbundy1694 4 жыл бұрын

This Vid Exploded!!! Love It D!!!

@user-yv2cz8oj1k 4 жыл бұрын

If he was the picasso he'd build his own, not refinish other people's work.

@Les537 4 жыл бұрын

Quality content. I would have watched this in real time as a 20 part series.

@bigdguitars 4 жыл бұрын

In the description I put the playlist that has the longer vids.

@jordandangelo180 4 жыл бұрын

Me too. This is without one of the best videos I’ve ever seen in 2019. Incredible work sir and really fun to watch. 👏🏽 👏🏽 👏🏽

@DjDestinyChicago 8 ай бұрын

I would’ve as well 👍

@JCB04359 3 жыл бұрын

You guys are doing a very nice job of BUILDING Justin Johnson's Signature JackDaniels guitars.......I lived in Germantown TN (Shelby County) and in Gallatin TN (Sumner County)...many trips to take friends etc to see where and how it is made, I Love the work you guys have done! Been listening to Justin Johnson since he was on YT..

@gtrfreak2914messiah 4 жыл бұрын

Damn, that dark finish is so rich. So pretty

@hhattingh 4 жыл бұрын

Gibson should hire and pay you high dollar to do their quality control.

@sweatysam6264 4 жыл бұрын

I already work for Gibson and the people they're awesome but the managment there is to be desired for his is best to be abroad.

@hhattingh 4 жыл бұрын

@@sweatysam6264 i agree. Generally any issues with a company starts at management.

@ronaldhickman9953 4 жыл бұрын

They need it for sure....

@BaconatorJames 4 жыл бұрын

@@sweatysam6264 You did kind of define every place I've worked at. Gibson would be a cool namebrand to work for, but the factory floor seems to be pretty miserable. Interesting & super noisy, but ultimately "jesus, this task again?" sad.

@blumeattempt9805 4 жыл бұрын

@@chrisryan1439 I bought 2 months ago a Les Paul Studio, and I had to put it back because came with a long scratch. Sad story.

@marcelomarquesrangel 4 жыл бұрын

05:09 I had a little heart attack watching.

@kennethgilbertdds7249 3 жыл бұрын

Removing wisdom teeth third molars is easier.

@CTLive 4 жыл бұрын

Its folks like you who make this world a special place, a lot of work went into the video not including the guitar... just a pleasure to watch and I learnt tons, thank you.

@russclark6780 3 жыл бұрын

Blown away by the attention to detail on the neck binding. Brilliant work.

@sydneyposey2522 4 жыл бұрын

I love it when someone brings a guitar like this back from nothing, "trash" into a Guitar that'll be cherished and used for a long time to be.

@donvanco3078 4 жыл бұрын

Damn dude - talk about a major re-do!

@victorarzoglou5329 3 жыл бұрын

Justin Johnson from the bottom of my heart thanks a lot, for your remarkable spirit and your amazing songs!!!

@jameshuntley6044 3 жыл бұрын

Restoring history and making the guitar even better is the work of a true master, brother you have a truly superior knowledge, skill, and gift!

@tedvanmatje 4 жыл бұрын

People often say: "if I could turn back time, I'd do something different..." - I work as an electronics tech, absolutely love working in the trade with a passion.....but, if I could turn back time and do something different, I'd do this. Building guitars is one thing - restoring them is a different kettle of fish. There's a lot of blood, sweat and tears but the end result is worth it. That's some great Craftmanship skills you've got there mate! Many thanks for sharing this video....that Gibson looks better than a bought one! +1 to you sub list btw! :)

@stevemoore7564 4 жыл бұрын

Hoss that was awesome I can only imagine the real time that actually took to rebuild love this video and outstanding Job! You are a master of the trade!

@satyanpatel6403 3 жыл бұрын

I thought something was wrong with my audio and then I finally hear you play it. Wow... Just wow.... Beautiful work, and sounds awesome, yes even with the reverse wiring.

@lousekoya1803 3 жыл бұрын

Man I watched all of it and still amazed !......great job !

@elbik95 4 жыл бұрын

Dude with the amount of work you put into this guitar and your skills, you should've made a new one! hahah awesome video, very entertaining

@bigcatdaddy76016 4 жыл бұрын

He couldn't tell the story of its restoration though....Even Erlwine from Stewart Mac would approve of this restoration.

@aliataciciek 4 жыл бұрын

He just did the fret knibs while refretting. This is my second time watching this video and I'm once again impressed as hell. Insane skills, I love it!

@blo259 3 жыл бұрын

GREAT STUFF MR.D THANKS FOR SUPPORT OF JUSTIN JOHNSON!!!!! GREAT JOB ON GUITAR!!!

@bluesdawg8014 3 жыл бұрын

You definitely have the right tools, You also have control over the tools Good work 71 year old Blues guitarist Los Angeles

@davehendricks7023 4 жыл бұрын

Still remember when you started this glad it finally got done.

@mr.mcfisticuff7678 4 жыл бұрын

There's something so awesome about a aburst rubbed on by hand like that. They always looks so unique and often beautiful.

@Fogertian 3 жыл бұрын

Oh! ... I was watching this ... and suddenly I thought I was in a Gibson Factory episode ... until You "pop up" ... This is true love for a classic guitar. Perfect job here !!! SUPERB !!

@BuildingRenaissanceLeaders 3 жыл бұрын

Just getting into guitars and taking Justin Johnson’s finger picking course. I am looking forward to upgrading so I am glad Justin guided me to your channel so I can learn about this great instrument.

@sergiobarquero3400 4 жыл бұрын

The finish on that guitar🔥🔥🔥 i’ve never seen that color on a Les Paul 😍 its very unique 👏🏼

@patmx5 4 жыл бұрын

You have the patience of a saint - that was an amazingly complete job! I'd go mad binding the fretboard like you did. Beautiful work.

@racrx7 3 жыл бұрын

Such craftsmanship and dedication. Brilliant!!

@gregoryb2999 3 жыл бұрын

Justin sent me here. I've wanted a tele for 35 years. Nice work and playing man. Thanks for taking care of these gems.

@cullentheirishman6396 4 жыл бұрын

I almost cried when you stripped the cherry sunburst off, but the refinish looks awesome.

@bigcatdaddy76016 4 жыл бұрын

Me too, but the beauty was reborn in the restoration....love the tobacco burst now.....I'd buy it!!

@avgjoegeek71 4 жыл бұрын

I didn't - it looked like a cheap Chibson popscicle before.

@shawnengland7496 4 жыл бұрын

This was both the most stressful and beautiful thing I’ve watched in a while. It turned out great man!

@SimonMac 3 жыл бұрын

Wow - I'm so impressed. Not just by your amazing skill, but also by the perseverance! 12 Months!? Sheesh! Hat's off! Fantastic results - looks amazing!

@bigdguitars 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!!

@MrGTO-ze7vb 4 жыл бұрын

Great rebuild..!! showing all your techniques and tools is a great lesson.. Enjoy your Re-Paul

@johngerson7335 4 жыл бұрын

Dude... I'm at a loss for words. That was _amazing!_ Labor of love for sure, turned out magnificently too!

@Jam3sk3nna 4 жыл бұрын

That was plain awesome. I love the way it was finished, it looks magnificent. Totally jealous on all levels.

@fliptop62deceived95 3 жыл бұрын

Always wanted to see a deconstruction.....Awesome! Love the work. Cheers from Australia

@stephamag 3 жыл бұрын

I could watch this all night long 🤩. What a great job 👌👏👏

@Apoll022 4 жыл бұрын

I think the colour is absolutely perfect!!! I've never ever liked les Paul's EVER! untill I saw this.... My god what an exceptional looking guitar mate and just sounds absolutely stunning Id happily have one of these

@RKDriver 4 жыл бұрын

There's a lot of us who love that deep, dark wood grained look done like this.

@zacharycaltrider6336 4 жыл бұрын

Hands down one of the top 5 most beautiful guitars I’ve seen easily you should very proud to rebuild/own it!

@banjopops67 4 жыл бұрын

I agree. Top 5 for me too, it's gorgeous.

@darrenk6559 3 жыл бұрын

Fantastic job on building these amazing guitars for everyone to enjoy!

@TimHWolfe 3 жыл бұрын

I love watching videos like yours. I can’t do what you do, so I enjoy watching you do your magic !!!

@edised71 4 жыл бұрын

With the amount of work you have put in this guitar, you can hardly call it a "Gibson"... Just better! well done!

@chrismononen663 4 жыл бұрын

I didn't stop watching until the end, and I too was shakin' when you removed the neck. What a great looking guitar.

@leevespa4564 2 жыл бұрын

Mate…omfg…what a transformation,the colour is spot on…really amazing work 😬👍🏻🤘🏻

@Gledii 3 жыл бұрын

i wouldnt call a restore. it looks incredibly better than before. what a great finish. amazing job

@stevenqirkle 4 жыл бұрын

That’s some serious skill. Looks even harder than building a guitar from scratch!

@gabrieltoneguitars9365 4 жыл бұрын

That guitar sounds perfect to me. Great Job!

@stephenasbridge878 3 жыл бұрын

That is a beautiful result at the end. Hats off to you, sir!🎸🎸🎸

@dog61 4 жыл бұрын

I didn't think the finish was going to look good while he was doing it, but it came out really nice. I'm in awe of people with the kind of skills people have to be able to do this kind of work.

@DENIEL381 4 жыл бұрын

ALL I CAN SAY IS AMAZING PATIENCE.... AS I CAN'T DRAW A STRAIGHT LINE WITH A RULER SO THIS IS JUST AMAZING PERIOD.

@bobmutton7394 4 жыл бұрын

Great craftsmanship, you did a fantastic job of that. Well done!

@deanmccaskill5495 3 жыл бұрын

I don’t think it’s too dark at all! Fantastic

@Joe-mz6dc 3 жыл бұрын

To be brief it looks ten times better. You are excellent!

@michaeldelaney376 4 жыл бұрын

This is like watching open heart surgery on a family member. You sir get my respect for having the courage to tear apart a Les Paul and bring it back to life. Amazing work and fantastic job . Your skills are beyond description.

@richardbinder9662 4 жыл бұрын

My dear friend was the last luthier Steve Carr who was mentored by Jimmy D'Aquisto. Steve is most famous for his work with Kiss, but also worked on Twisted Sister, Brian Setzer and a guy named John who played in a little band called the Beatles. I believe he would have applauded you work. Miss him dearly. Great job.

@mboyer68 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent video, excellent work :-) I saw a video where the guy heated the frets by adding solder to the fret. It worked! It transferred heat faster to the bottom of the fret where the glue is!

@beverage7335 3 жыл бұрын

Its nice when you see a really well loved and beaten up guitar because you know it must have a lot of memories and has probably been played a lot. Sparkly new guitars are nice and all, but the ones that just look as though they have been played make you feel all happy inside.

@craign8ca 4 жыл бұрын

Wow, when I read rebuild, you weren't kidding!! This is the most extensive rebuild that I've seen on KZfaq.

@bigdguitars 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks. This took months.

@brianpetersen3429 4 жыл бұрын

Some fine craftsmanship resulting in a beautiful instrument. You brought it back from the dead.

@bigdguitars 4 жыл бұрын

thank you!

@richard66754 2 жыл бұрын

This was awesome. You make it look easy with the time lapsed videos, but I can tell you worked your tail off on this.

@petermeijer3019 2 жыл бұрын

Wow real craftsmanship! Well done!!!

@8MinuteAxe 4 жыл бұрын

Amazing job. I do setups and general repairs for friends and students. My wife watched this with me and said 'you should do that, you'd be good at it'. I can't think think of anything that I'm suited for worse than guitar restoration. Your attention to detail, methodical approach, and patience is absolutely fascinating. I was born and I am still wired as a sprinter, not a marathon runner. Dont mean to make this about me. Your talent is admirable sir! Stay safe and healthy.

@jeffholliday8304 4 жыл бұрын

Dude that was crazy I love the dark finish on it I think you did a great job

@pjcouture9944 Жыл бұрын

No no, not too dark, PERFECT man. Well fricken done!!

@bigcarva 3 жыл бұрын

incredible work. thank you for your existence

@azliwinchester2100 3 жыл бұрын

wow...you really brave enough man..The fretboard removal was the climax of this video to me. after all, I know that you got the high level of confident and know what you are doing. Great job man! Take care

@bigdguitars 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

@PhilippeBoissonneault 4 жыл бұрын

Whoa, one of the best restore i've seen! You're the man!

@bigdguitars 4 жыл бұрын

thank you!

@rayrayokmusic 3 жыл бұрын

That was really impressive. You really took that all the way down. Respect.

@axxxlsakurai457 11 ай бұрын

It's gorgeous! The project is nearly like building a whole guitar but remained the old guitar sound.

@bunnys1980 4 жыл бұрын

Never thought I would ever actually see such an overhaul! You take no bullshit ! Respect

@hwdwins63 4 жыл бұрын

You seem to be one of the few with the correct response. This was an overhaul, not a restoration. A restoration is when something is returned to it's original condition. The finish is far from original in color or burst. The end result looks amazing, but it is not a restoration.

@bunnys1980 4 жыл бұрын

Yup, I believe it's the right word to say, since EVERYTHING came apart. Neck, fretboard, binding! It's definitely an overhaul. I have never seen anything like that before

@TimdogQ 4 жыл бұрын

Hats off to you, my friend! You’re a real arteest, man.

@RLM1943 3 жыл бұрын

ASTONISHING!! GREAT WORK !!!

@combatmedic3347 3 жыл бұрын

Very nice job...I have refurbished 25 basses, kept two...I enjoyed this video very much...thanks for all you have done...

@bogobogo833 4 жыл бұрын

Damn.. i love how it took you 16 minutes to build this... being a professional pays off

@rwolfhaus1234 4 жыл бұрын

Kudos. I haven't the patience, tools, skill, patience, nor patience for a project like that.

@plugtheheliflyer Жыл бұрын

I like that it looks great in that dark burst .

@Smoothboxnailer 4 ай бұрын

Nice work! Very few people could pull off a project like that...thanks for shareing the talent.

@martinpark8371 4 жыл бұрын

"yeah i have to reverse the wiring" ha! nice job D, love the back of the instrument by the way that's very cool!!

@112131415191213 4 жыл бұрын

Woah, the finished guitar looks so similar to my Bourbon Burst Standard! Mine has a darker than usual burst too, so it's cool to see one with the same finish.