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"I added two frets for k and l that could not be bound to the neck."

Jun 24, 2023

Miguel de Fuenllana - Fantasia IX [DIY Renaissance Guitar]

The guitar now has a rose. Discovering the beautiful Fantasies by Miguel de Fuenllana, a Spanish vihuela composer who also wrote for four course instruments.

Jun 18, 2023

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Tristan von Neumann replied to Tristan von Neumann's discussion Parchment alternatives

"Well. I had so much scrap paper of a good kind (I used it to print facsimile editions for myself). I glued three leaves together with gelatine and a pattern I found. Cutting the holes while the gelatine is still soft seems to be recommended (after…"

Jun 18, 2023

Tristan von Neumann replied to Tristan von Neumann's discussion Parchment alternatives

"Thanks! I'll try the heavy paper. I know a good store that sells almost everything, so they will certainly have some acid-free paper. Drumskins are still too expensive from what I can see. Buying the necessary amount would surpass the costs of…"

Jun 15, 2023

Andrew Hartig replied to Tristan von Neumann's discussion Parchment alternatives

"I have heard of people using heavy artist paper. Whatever you use, make sure it is acid free so as to avoid "foxing" (a browning that happens over time). Another thought: Look for "parchment" in the form of thin rawhide…"

Jun 15, 2023

Tristan von Neumann posted a discussion

Parchment alternatives

My Renaissance Guitar needs a rose, but I have never made one.Parchment is ridiculously expensive, especially if you need some spares in casesomething goes wrong.Are there any natural alternatives, maybe paper coated with something to protect it?Wood is really hard to work with, and I don't think I have good enough tools.See More

Jun 12, 2023

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