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Transforming a Child's Guitar into a Homemade Mandolin Step-by-Step Guide

Learn how to turn a child's guitar into a mandolin in this detailed tutorial. Follow step-by-step instructions to modify the guitar's shape, add plywood reinforcements, narrow the fretboard, and change the strings to create your homemade mandolin.

The video tutorial discusses how to transform a child's guitar into a mandolin.
The creator modifies the guitar's shape, adds extra plywood pieces, narrows the fretboard, and changes the strings to achieve the mandolin sound.
Despite some challenges with the original wood quality, the final result is a satisfactory homemade mandolin.

In this comprehensive guide, we will delve into the fascinating process of transforming a child's guitar into a mandolin. The creator of this DIY project takes us through every step, from the initial idea to the final result. Although they encounter some challenges due to the original wood quality, the outcome is a homemade mandolin that produces a satisfying sound.

The project begins with the creator introducing the idea of modifying a child's guitar into a mandolin.
The original shape of the guitar is examined and a plan is formulated for reshaping it.
A mandolin-shaped pattern is created and used to mark the portions that need to be removed from the guitar.
The excess wood is carefully cut away with a hacksaw.
Plywood strips are cut to the desired length and glued around the guitar to reinforce its structure.
Additional pieces of wood are glued inside to further strengthen the guitar.
Gaps are filled with pieces of plywood, and the guitar's shape is gradually taking form.
The fretboard is considered too wide, and it is narrowed down by sanding it on both sides.
The progress is shown piece by piece, and decisions regarding filling the front gaps are yet to be made.
The guitar is sanded down, and new upper bridge and keys for 8 strings are added to replace the original 6 strings.
The lower bridge remains the same, but new holes are opened to accommodate the new strings.
The creator applies stain varnish to give the guitar a pleasant color.
A new cover is crafted to fill the gaps, constructed from plywood and glued to the existing original cover.
The frets are removed, and the fretboard is sanded down to improve its quality.
To address the fretboard's shortcomings, a thermoglued wooden tape is used to cover it.
Holes are created for the new strings, and the instrument's performance is tested.
The final result is a homemade mandolin with strings tuned to Sol, Re, La, and Mi. The Mi string is an octave lower due to the longer fretboard.
Despite some challenges with the original wood quality and the bent fretboard, the mandolin produces a satisfactory sound.
The tutorial concludes with a second project, where a violin is transformed into a mandolin case, showcasing the creator's creativity and skills.

In the end, what was once a simple child's guitar has been turned into a functional mandolin. The project's creator has successfully repurposed the instrument, providing a step-by-step guide for anyone interested in a DIY musical endeavor.

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