What’s on *YOUR* workbench?

[Erik S]

I use jackets or my apron as a backdrop all the time

There’s that other thread about whether you’ve still got your old gear - I’ve still got an old guitar, but all my studs and patches gear is long gone.

 

[benny_profane]

Just taking some pictures for Instagram. I quite like how this came out
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Settings check out.

 

[Harry Klippton]

Settings check out.

I actually like it best with the hi knob rolled back just a touch

 

[VanWhy]

Just taking some pictures for Instagram. I quite like how this came out
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With the Entombed patch in the background? *Chef's Kiss* love it.

You do the gold film free decals, right?

 

[Harry Klippton]

With the Entombed patch in the background? *Chef's Kiss* love it.

You do the gold film free decals, right?

Yup that's sunnyscopa gold metallic film free.

I couldn't get more of it in frame but that's a nihilist 7" at the top too

 

[benny_profane]

I actually like it best with the hi knob rolled back just a touch

I can see that. Depends on the guitar/amp, but it can definitely benefit from backing it off.

 

[jimilee]

Final rewire of the Les Paul and it might be my cleanest wiring yet:

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I finally upgraded the original Epiphone switch and jack to switchcraft.

I used Bare Knuckle 550kBD pots. I ended up with a good mix for only buying 4, with a 540k for Neck V, a 529k each for Neck T and Bridge V and a 519k for Bridge T.

I used the same Vishay MKP1839 series caps as my pedals.

The crown jewel will be a pair of Custom Wound Legends from Wolfetone.

I ended up requesting 7k for the Neck and 7.8k for the Bridge with a magnet flip in the neck pickup and no covers.

Do I see 50s wiring, too?

 

[RetiredUnit1]

Finally recapped that Bassman I've been meaning to upgrade. It would appear my dry spell is over. Why?

In a strange twist of fate, Costco ran out of mild cheddar. So I bought sharp. Within 2 days my INSANE arthritis pain vanished. Which is why I finally felt good enough to get this done. Checked out the difference, sharp is the same but aged longer. Now I ask you, what in the hell could possibly happen to cheese which has been aged that I feel 20 years younger in 2 days?????

 

[dawson]

I'd better stay away from that Costco cheddar, @RetiredUnit1- going back to age 13 would be a nightmare
Glad you're feeling good!

 

[steviejr92]

I’m trying a different order of processes. I’m drilling before powder coating this time!

 

[giovanni]

Finally recapped that Bassman I've been meaning to upgrade. It would appear my dry spell is over. Why?

In a strange twist of fate, Costco ran out of mild cheddar. So I bought sharp. Within 2 days my INSANE arthritis pain vanished. Which is why I finally felt good enough to get this done. Checked out the difference, sharp is the same but aged longer. Now I ask you, what in the hell could possibly happen to cheese which has been aged that I feel 20 years younger in 2 days?????

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The more cheese ages the less lactose it has. I think. Don’t quote me, look it up.

 

[Paradox916]

A giant mess… these is a giant mess on my bench….

Which one of you slobs did this!?…. Wait… umm… well…. Dang.

 

[RetiredUnit1]

A giant mess… these is a giant mess on my bench….
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Which one of you slobs did this!?…. Wait… umm… well…. Dang.

Study in the 90’s pointed to overcrowded workplaces as being a sign of genius!

 

[KR Sound]

Study in the 90’s pointed to overcrowded workplaces as being a sign of genius!

That’s what I always say too. It may look a mess, but I know exactly where everything is!

 

[Paradox916]

Study in the 90’s pointed to overcrowded workplaces as being a sign of genius!

Well some genius is sneaking in, mucking up bench and driving my dumb crazy.

 

[Erik S]

I’m trying a different order of processes. I’m drilling before powder coating this time! View attachment 57049

Are you bumping up your hole sizes to account for the powder? Have you worked with a step-bit and decided you prefer fixed-size bits?

 

[steviejr92]

Are you bumping up your hole sizes to account for the powder? Have you worked with a step-bit and decided you prefer fixed-size bits?

Yes Im bumping up the size of the holes to compensate for the powder coating!

I prefer fixed sized bits for most of the drilling process. I only use step bits when i need to drill the hole for the jewel and for "finishing" the hole. I like that crowned look like a machine did it, even if no one will see it....

 

[Laundryroom David]

A giant mess… these is a giant mess on my bench….
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Which one of you slobs did this!?…. Wait… umm… well…. Dang.

Hold my beer


Wait I don’t drink … hold my americano!

 

[temol]

I’m trying a different order of processes. I’m drilling before powder coating this time!

Try drilling prior bending. Much better accuracy, easier to deburr.

 

[szukalski]

Finally recapped that Bassman I've been meaning to upgrade. It would appear my dry spell is over. Why?

In a strange twist of fate, Costco ran out of mild cheddar. So I bought sharp. Within 2 days my INSANE arthritis pain vanished. Which is why I finally felt good enough to get this done. Checked out the difference, sharp is the same but aged longer. Now I ask you, what in the hell could possibly happen to cheese which has been aged that I feel 20 years younger in 2 days?????

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Lactose intolerance? My cousins GF had it and thought she couldn’t have cheese but the cheese stand lady set her straight.
Try cutting out the milk products for a few days. Could be a life changer.