How do I build a les paul bass?
Trying to build a replica Les Paul bass. Anyone know a place where I can find a good replica body, neck, etc.? Tried ebay, but the results were sporadic at best. Also, would I be able to drill in that Les Paul pick guard, like the one on the guitar? I'm trying to make it look as much like the guitar as possible (my bandmate is getting the Les Paul guitar). Thanks in advance.
Here are some links that will help
http://www.warmoth.com/ for bodies/necks
http://www.allparts.com/ for everything.
http://store.guitarfetish.com/ they have everything, but I usually get hardware/pickguards there.
If you do look on ebay look for Eden necks. They're pretty cheap, you may have to smooth some frets, but it's a good deal if you don't mind doing the work.
Check out musical instrument makers forum, its got a lot of helpful people who build instruments from parts and scratch.
http://www.mimf.com/






















