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[TEN32 Guitars]

Fellow slingers...

Some of you may recall my NAMM debut 11 years ago and the SS.org post that followed.

I've been waiting for the right time to take a crack at building full time, which finally happened in 2020. Since then, I've been dialing in a long list of new features that make my previous offerings look pretty tame, and I don't just mean new paint colors or a different bridge like most of the "new" stuff we see at NAMM and around the web these days.

I'm talking actual new features, designed to solve real problems for players like you and me.

The fastest way to absorb all this starts right here. I might as well start this fire....among many other features, I build necks with bolt-on headstocks...if you want. Normal necks also available.



If you prefer reading to video my blog is here - https://ten32guitars.com/blogs/news

And of course, my website with available models, sound clips (DI tracks included), and purchasing/configuration information is here - https://ten32guitars.com/

My blog and FAQ are LOADED with details, but if you prefer to discuss anything at all with me directly, please feel free to email me - [email protected]

I'm not just here to push guitars. I love guitar and guitar music, and I want to do my part to make sure both remain relevant now and in the future by moving the instrument forward via legitimate improvements to as many aspects as possible. I'm genuinely interested in your thoughts and feedback and will do my best to respond to each new post ASAP.

Obviously this is 7 string forum, so I should mention up front - even though all my current content is 6 stringers, I'm ready to build whatever you need. I wish I had 7s, 8s and 100 more production guitars to launch with, but starting a business is freakin' expensive and if I don't get this ball rolling now it'll be back to day job hell for me.

Thanks for watching/reading, hope to hear from a whole bunch of you very soon.
-Chaz

 

[Xaios]

That's actually pretty cool. Not only do I remember your original demo, but I'm pretty sure I've thought about them at least once in the past year. Your ideas seemed eminently practical, good to see them getting to market.

 

[TEN32 Guitars]

That's actually pretty cool. Not only do I remember your original demo, but I'm pretty sure I've thought about them at least once in the past year. Your ideas seemed eminently practical, good to see them getting to market.

Wow...stuck with you for a whole decade? Thats way cool, thanks! That stuff from 2011 was pretty hacky compared to the new features, they should stick with you for a good 50 years 😁

 

[TEN32 Guitars]

I think I missed an opportunity to add some eye candy to the original post, and it doesn't look like editing is an option, so I'll add it here:

 

[prlgmnr]

You should make four that can be played individually but combined into an MAB style quad neck to unleash their ultimate power

 

[TEN32 Guitars]

You should make four that can be played individually but combined into an MAB style quad neck to unleash their ultimate power

Haha hell yes I should! Modular necks make all kinds of things possible. There was a minute about 5 years ago where I was gonna do a pair of double necks, but one guitar neck, one bass. My band at the time had two dudes who could handle both, we thought spontaneously switching roles during shows would be quite a spectacle.

 

[jwade]

This is an incredible idea. Super impressed.

 

[TEN32 Guitars]

This is an incredible idea. Super impressed.

Thanks man. I'm at that "make some money or go back to work" phase of my business journey. Reading stuff like this makes me feel fucking great 🤘

 

[ShredmasterD]

appreciate TEN32 identifies as a vendor and then we know its about a product, and a cool looking one at that.

this is not stone tone syndrome, pretending to be doing do a solid on the down low by giving a slick 'heads up' about getting 'sonic transference"

 

[eaeolian]

That...is a cool idea.

 

[TEN32 Guitars]

appreciate TEN32 identifies as a vendor and then we know its about a product, and a cool looking one at that.

this is not stone tone syndrome, pretending to be doing do a solid on the down low by giving a slick 'heads up' about getting 'sonic transference"

I recall these shenanigans..."signature" floyd block, right? Didn't they sneak that turd into the main forums too? Seems like no one looks down here in the dealer section. Not sure if the $250 I paid to post in this sub was worth it.

 

[ShredmasterD]

I recall these shenanigans..."signature" floyd block, right? Didn't they sneak that turd into the main forums too? Seems like no one looks down here in the dealer section. Not sure if the $250 I paid to post in this sub was worth it.

yes, it was snuck in and it lasted for a couple days. then the thread was deleted suddenly. it was one of the "greatest hits" threads, but short lived. he got lambasted for making snake oil claims and using respected professionals names.

Your product looks very cool. best luck with it! This thread will last, and over time people will see it. $250 for exposure isn't too bad. cheers!

 

[TEN32 Guitars]

yes, it was snuck in and it lasted for a couple days. then the thread was deleted suddenly. it was one of the "greatest hits" threads, but short lived. he got lambasted for making snake oil claims and using respected professionals names.

Your product looks very cool. best luck with it! This thread will last, and over time people will see it. $250 for exposure isn't too bad. cheers!

$250 is a great price for such targeted marketing...I posted on TGP forums for nothin and got a lot more traction, but I'm on edge about the product launch so I should probably just relax. Maybe someone here will take a risk for me and post in the main subs with a link to this thread at some point 😁

 

[spudmunkey]

Has it gotten in the hands of anyone who travels a lot? I just woke up, so there are assuredly better examples, but my first thought was Dovydas, as he also had that sorta-viral adventure with that unusual custom guitar a couple of years ago.

Whatever the next steps are, I HAVE to applaud what clearly looks like a super well-though-out, "complete" solution. That case looks amazing, and love seeing Soss-style hinges whenever I see them, as I always tried to use them whenever I could. Ha!

Is there any risk of, day, the wire snips coming dislodged from its spot and hitting the guitar if the case were dropped flat on its back? Or is there enough space to squeeze in a piece of material between then before the "lid" is closed? I did see the "undercut" feature in the video, but in my head it's still a compressible material and lob-sided tools can bounce and twist a lot.

 

[TEN32 Guitars]

Has it gotten in the hands of anyone who travels a lot? I just woke up, so there are assuredly better examples, but my first thought was Dovydas, as he also had that sorta-viral adventure with that unusual custom guitar a couple of years ago.

Whatever the next steps are, I HAVE to applaud what clearly looks like a super well-though-out, "complete" solution. That case looks amazing, and love seeing Soss-style hinges whenever I see them, as I always tried to use them whenever I could. Ha!

Is there any risk of, day, the wire snips coming dislodged from its spot and hitting the guitar if the case were dropped flat on its back? Or is there enough space to squeeze in a piece of material between then before the "lid" is closed? I did see the "undercut" feature in the video, but in my head it's still a compressible material and lob-sided tools can bounce and twist a lot.

I've travelled with prototypes at various stages. I get a lot of attention at the airport, that's for sure. TSA has never expressed anything but curiosity (fun to watch their faces as it goes through the X-Ray scanner), and I've had zero issues sliding the case into overhead bins, or under the seat. Admittedly, the under-seat arrangement will kill considerable leg room, but at only 4.375" thick, there's almost always room for it in an overhead bin, even if you're the last person on a full flight.

Those are genuine SOSS 203s! Wish they were cheaper, but they're 100% the right tool for the job.

I imagine its possible for tools to wriggle out of the lid if they're jostled for a long period of time, but I did at least 6 optimization passes to make sure those cavities are as secure as possible. You might also be surprised at just how dense the foam is, it doesn't compress much at all, but still feels silky smooth under the skin. The lid is 6 lb density (base is 4 lb), so it borders on plastic. I don't expect material fatigue to be an issue.

I have considered a polishing cloth matching the shape of the body as an added layer of protection, but haven't yet looked into what that would cost. I don't intend to do any sewing myself

 

[littlebadboy]

Very interesting concept!

 

[JimF]

I love this idea! Such a neat design and execution as well. Initially I was like "Hmm these instruments are a little too futuristic" and then three pics later I was wondering if I could afford one
Back to the "wanting to cover the guitar" idea, would a zippable cover like a suitacase work to separate the two halfs? If you had a cloth zippable cover for each section, you could throw a tab book or two in the middle...
Having nothing between the two halves of the case gives me the fear. More likely that I'd forget to put a tool/component far enough into its place before closing it up.
But the idea rules. I'm looking forward to watching the video later!

 

[jephjacques]

At last, a travel guitar that comes pre-destroyed so airport baggage guys can't ruin it any further

(for real though this is a neat idea)

 

[bostjan]

Wow! This is fantastic!

I just went through the questionnaire to see what options there might be.

A few thoughts:

Single (bridge) pickup option? Or would that require something expensive to be developed? A fair number of us metal guitarists actually prefer a single pickup model, and it might simplify the issue of the switch that sticks out (you wouldn't need a switch anymore).
Of the listed neck timbers, wenge was the only one I'm familiar with. Personally, is there a specific reason why maple is not listed? IT seems to me to be, by far, the most common neck wood on the market. Maybe there's an excellent reason why it ought to be avoided, or maybe it's just your own preference (either is perfectly fine, I'm just curious).
Some of the questions won't let me skip, even if they are redundant, like, for example, if you select "no binding," you still have to choose which binding material, and there's no type-in option to just say "none." Same with the control knobs and maybe one or two other things.
You have open-ended scale length options - I think that is awesome! But, I imagine that, at some point, the thing won't fit in the case anymore, no? Personally, I'm in the minority of players who will opt for the longest scale length practicable. If you let me choose anything, I might come back with something ridiculous.

And this is probably something I just missed on the website, but I'd 100% want to see video of how to assemble and disassemble the guitar. It's probably brainless once you've done it once, but just seeing the photos of the assembled and disassembled guitars and the included fasteners and tools gives me a moment of pause. Hopefully you already have such a video or are working on one. If not, it could lead to some hesitation from buyers.

 

[TEN32 Guitars]

I love this idea! Such a neat design and execution as well. Initially I was like "Hmm these instruments are a little too futuristic" and then three pics later I was wondering if I could afford one
Back to the "wanting to cover the guitar" idea, would a zippable cover like a suitacase work to separate the two halfs? If you had a cloth zippable cover for each section, you could throw a tab book or two in the middle...
Having nothing between the two halves of the case gives me the fear. More likely that I'd forget to put a tool/component far enough into its place before closing it up.
But the idea rules. I'm looking forward to watching the video later!

Wow, I missed a few over the holiday weekend, sorry for the delay fellas!

Thanks for the kind words Jim! I've had a lot of comments (from other forums as well) about protecting the finish. The issue is the fact that theres zero dead space between the lid and the body, intentionally of course, to keep the thickness of the case to a minimum. That means whatever I might add to protect the finish further will need to be soft and compressible.

I think I can address this rather easily with a drag knife and some 1/8" XLPE foam (the same foam as the interior of the case). That way I have the soft, finish friendly "interface" I need, and I can use CNC to make sure it fits the cavity perfectly. Does that alleviate your concerns?

Along the lines of your suggestion - I'm also looking at ways to carry a laptop with the case, most likely via a sleeve on the side facing your back.

Let me know what you think of the video series, and if you want even geekier details, the blog is here - https://ten32guitars.com/blogs/news

Thanks again!