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 | A Desktop Reference of Hip Vintage Guitar Amps - by Gerald Weber If you have questions about guitar amplifiers-how to fix them, how to restore them, or how to hot-rod them-this book has the answer. This book is written for the guitarist or collector who desires a common sense approach to understanding the essence of vintage tube amps and vintage tube tone. Not written for engineers, it does not contain engineering formulas, polar mathematic equations, or abbreviations that are assumed you should know. Gerald Weber, a regular columnist for Vintage Guitar magazine, shares the knowledge he has accumulated over the years of repairing and building his line of Kendrick amps. 512 pages. |
 | A Guitar Maker's Manual - by Jim Williams - 112 pages Written by one of Australia's foremost luthiers, this manual is a straightforward, profusely illustrated guide to constructing nylon-string classical and steel-string guitars. Includes a useful section on creating the jigs necessary to make the job easier and more accurate, along with full-size template diagrams to assist in cutting out and marking the body shape and soundboard bracing patterns. "A Guitar Maker's Manual" lists all of the materials needed, where to get them and what problems to look out for during the construction. |
 | Assistant Engineers Handbook - by Tim Crich Assistant Engineers Handbook is the definitive guide to working as an assistant recording engineer in today's modern sound studio. Over 275 non-technical pages of tips, tricks and how-to's that every assistant engineer needs to get ahead in today's recording studio. It contains: full details on setup, change and breakdown of all equipment to give you instant experience; priorities before, during and after the session that establish immediate credibility; essential tips on studio etiquette that get you requested for the best sessions; the most efficient ways to complete all recording studio paperwork, including tracksheets, takesheets, logging sounds and mixes, and much, much more! ©1995, 275 pages |
 | Audio Amplifier Projects - by RA Penfold - ©1997, 128 pages. If you are an electronics or audio enthusiast you will find in this book a wide range of useful audio amplifier projects. You won't need any detailed electronics knowledge either as all the projects can be constructed on simple circuit board. Each project features a circuit diagram, and an explanation of the circuit operation. There is in addition a stripboard layout diagram and all constructional details are provided along with a shopping list of components. All but one of the projects are suitable for the beginner and have been designed for straightforward assembly on simple circuit board. | Projects include: High impedance mic preamp; Low impedance mic preamp; Crystal mic preamp; Scratch filter; Rumble filter; RIAA preamplifier; Tape preamplifier; Audio Limiter; Bass and treble tone controls; Loudness filter; Loudness control; Simple graphic equalizer; Audio mixer; Small audio power amp; 6 watt audio power amp; 20/32 watt power amplifier; 20/32 watt amplifier power supply; Dynamic noise limiter. |
 | Basic Tube Guitar Amplifier Servicing and Overhaul by Gerald Weber - In this more advanced follow-up video to "Tube Amp Basics for the Guitarist" (HL689), amp expert Gerald Weber spends an hour and a half inspecting, troubleshooting, repairing and even playing the tube guitar amp! He covers: the basics of servicing and overhauling; the tools needed; the wiring mistake made on 50% of all amps and how to correct it; the best way to straighten preamp tube pins; how to perform a cap job correctly; proper servicing of potentiometers, jacks, sockets and tubes; and much more.
©1999, 90 minutes. VHS Video. |
 | Build Your Own Electric Guitar - by Martin Oakham A complete step-by-step guide to building an electric guitar—from the initial design to assembly and wiring—with clear instructions, full-size plans, and more than 400 color photos. Every guitarist dreams of owning a high-quality custom-made instrument, but the cost is often prohibitive. Building your own guitar is an extremely rewarding and satisfying means of realizing your ambition without making a huge financial outlay. | In Build Your Own Electric Guitar, expert information on design, wood selection, hardware, tools, and techniques allows you to create your own personalized instrument, and full-size plans are included for ease of use. All phases are explained in clear detail, with step-by-step color photos, diagrams, and instructions included for each of the procedures. Written by a master luthier, this outstanding guide takes the mystery out of making a guitar. ©2006, 144 pages. |
 | Complete Guitar Repair Everything every guitar repairman, player, builder and owner needs to know about the proper care of every kind of guitar, including electric. Hundreds of diagrams illustrate the text. A must for every true guitarist. 192 pages. |
 | Constructing a Solid Body Guitar - by Roger H. Siminoff This manual uses photographs, illustrations and life-size blueprints to assist the reader in choosing the proper materials and tools, as well as using the correct skills and techniques to produce a handmade instrument that doesn't look at all handmade! 64 pages. |
 | Dictionary of Modern Electronics Technology - by Andrew Singmin New technology overpowers the old every day. One minute you're working with the quickest and most sophisticated electronic equipment, and the next you're working with a museum piece. This dictionary thoroughly defines the ever-changing and advancing world of electronics terminology. With up-to-date, practical definitions, abbreviations, and explanations, this book is a necessary guide for any electronic endeavor. ©1999, 232 pages. |
 | Easy Guitar Maintenance and Repair - by Harvey Citron This video will save you money! Knowing how to adjust the action, stop fret buzzing, correct the intonation, adjust the nut or saddle etc., will avoid costly trips to the shop and keep your acoustic or electric guitar (bass) playing perfectly. Easy-to-follow instructions -- no special tools or prior experience necessary. 90 minutes. VHS Video. |
 | Electrical Safety Handbook, 2nd Edition - by John Cadick A must-have, accident-avoiding prescription for personnel (including electricians, electrical system designers, inspectors, and engineers) working on or near electrical circuits at any voltage level -- offers crucial protective safety strategies in industrial and commercial systems. Features detailed guidelines for setting up effective safety programs, covers medical emergency procedures, and provides examples and case studies throughout. |
 | Electric Guitar Construction - by Tom Hirst Organized logically from start to finish, this helpful guide will assist you every step of the way; from the design and planning stage to the final setup, each step in the process is written about in abundant detail, with hundreds of photographs, and special full-color sections on wood selection and finishing. Also includes a glossary of terms, an index of materials suppliers, and much more! Tom Hirst built his first guitar in 1989 with his company Trademark Strings Instruments. He currently works for Stewart-MacDonald Guitar Supply in Athens, Ohio as a technical advisor. ©2002, 168 pages. |
 | Electric Guitar Setups - by Hideo Kamimoto Ins and outs of today's elaborate guitar hardware. Complete instructions on adjusting and tweaking your electric guitar setup. Hundreds of pics. 90 pages. |
 | Electronic Projects for Musicians - by Craig Anderton How to build pre-amps, tone controls, ring modulators, mixers and many other inexpensive electronic accessories. Illustrations, instructions and a demonstration record included. 300 pages. |
 | Electronic Troubleshooting, 3rd Edition - by Dan Tomal and Neil Widmer For hobbyists at an upper high school or higher reading level, this moderately advanced text covers the basic principles of troubleshooting, the use of electronic test equipment, and troubleshooting specific types of equipment, including radio, television, electric motors, and generators. Quizzes (with answers provided) add value for those using this resource as a self-teaching guide. ©2003, 368 pages. |
 | FAQ: Bass Guitar Care and Setup - by John LeVan A hands-on guide to bass guitar repair. With photographs, diagrams, and sketches made by the author, John LeVan and some provided by manufacturers. It even includes a forward written by Bob Taylor of Taylor Guitars. Learn how to: Clean & condition a guitar. The restringing techniques of the professionals. Adjust the neck. Adjust the bridge saddle. Adjust the string nut. Adjust the pickups. Adjust the intonation. Carve string nuts. Miscellaneous upgrades and repairs. This book is perfect to teach a beginner or a reference for the guitar repair professional. 80 pages. |
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