Bailey and Sons Handmade Guitars

String Changing

noreply@blogger.com (Bailey Guitars) — Tue, 01 Jul 2008 00:29:44 PDT

hi guys,

When you change strings take the ball end of your string and put a slight bend in it. This will cause the string to tuck under the bridge plate which will do three things: First, it will delay pre- mature wear on the bridge plate. Secondly, by tucking the strings it will drive the top of the guitar more which will produce more sound. Thirdly, it will also keep the ball from eating up your bridge pins.

When wrapping the strings around your tuners, the first wrap should go over the string where it goes through the tuner and then a minimum of three wraps under. By doing this you put pressure on the nut which transfers sound down the neck.

Thanks for visiting!

Remember, make happy music
Bill

New guitars

noreply@blogger.com (Bailey Guitars) — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 01:57:55 PDT

Hi guys,
I'm sorry that I haven't had a chance to post a new blog lately. I've been very busy.
A new guitar should be done in about two weeks and it is beautiful . I'll have pictures of it up on the website soon. Thanks for your patience.

Remember,
make happy music
BILL

wax or not to wax

noreply@blogger.com (Bailey Guitars) — Wed, 14 May 2008 01:23:38 PDT

Hi,

Did you know that cleaning your guitar with wax could cause problems later? First of all, wax does not clean your guitar it only gives a place for dirt to hide and build up over a period of time. Secondly, wax could cause a repair problem down the road should your guitar need a spot refinish. The wax permiates the finish causing a poor surface for the new finish to bond to. A cleaner on the other hand will not build up over time and it is safe to use on your vintage treasures. So I say no to wax, get a quality cleaner/polish that has no wax or silicone.

And remember,
Play happy music
Thanks,
Bill

Repairs

noreply@blogger.com (Bailey Guitars) — Mon, 17 Mar 2008 13:34:53 PDT

Hi,

Just wanted to let everyone know that I also do acoustic guitar repairs. I can handle neck resets, fret jobs, repairing cracks, replacing bridges, set ups and more. If you need some work done drop me a line.

I just finished with a major repair on a 50's Gibson southern jumbo. The back had to be removed to replace the bridge plate and five braces. Someone removed them and replaced them with 1/4 oak plywood to compensate for the top pulling up. I also carved a new bridge and refinished the back and sides. When I finished and strung her up she came alive. I wish I had taken before and after pictures. The owner was very pleased!

Thanks for visiting,
Make happy music.
BILL

Message from Bill

noreply@blogger.com (Bailey Guitars) — Fri, 29 Feb 2008 16:54:08 PST

Hi everybody its me Bill,

I,m new at this so be patient. I'm going to post a new message weekly.If you have visited our web site I personally want to thank you. I think my son Christopher did a wonderful job designing it.I believe music is a gift from God, and me being a guitarist I know the value that a quality guitar can make with your playing music. I want to build the best guitar possible to achieve this.I pour my heart into every guitar that I build, thinking of the wonderful music that this instrument will bring forth.

bless you
Bill

Up and running!

noreply@blogger.com (Bailey Guitars) — Tue, 26 Feb 2008 00:01:37 PST

Well, we are very excited to have our site completely functional. Most of the bugs are worked out and it's looking pretty nice. We hope you all enjoy it!

New stuff is coming very soon... Lots of pictures and news on new and upcoming projects. So, keep checking back! You never know what's going to happen next over here.

Bailey Guitars

noreply@blogger.com (Bailey Guitars) — Tue, 12 Feb 2008 16:42:30 PST

Well, it's here! Bailey Guitars 3.0

There is SO much going on over here we don't know where to start... A lot of new photos: New guitars, Restorations, and a lot of other pictures. Several new models out as well.

This will all be posted very shortly!

Thank you so much for stopping by!