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The Voice of Wood: Tension versus Tone
To understand why tension alone isn't enough for great sustain, think of a high-performance engine.
Adam Chan
1 day ago2 min read


The Voice of Wood: Is the Guitar Neck the Key to "Infinite" Sustain?
If you have a heavy bridge but a soft neck, the neck steals the energy before the bridge can use it. If you have a stiff neck but a feather-light bridge, you have clarity but no "soul" or sustain.
Adam Chan
May 23 min read


Graduation for Class #240902
I have brought home what is clearly the highest-quality acoustic guitar I have ever owned - and I can hardly believe that I've made it with my own hands.
Adam Chan
Apr 173 min read


The Voice of Wood: The "Heavy" Secret of High Performance guitars
We’ve been conditioned to pick up an acoustic, feel its weight, and judge its soul before we even pluck a string.
Adam Chan
Apr 113 min read


The Voice of Wood: The Dawn of Substance Era
This is where the Substance Era begins. We aren't building a "heavier" guitar; we are building a more efficient one.
Adam Chan
Mar 283 min read


The Voice of Wood: The Lightweight Legacy
we’re here to show you what happens when the acoustic guitar finally steps into the future.
Adam Chan
Mar 203 min read


The Voice of Wood: My perspectives in Crafting Steel‑String Guitars
Voicing is a conversation, and the wood always has the final say.
Adam Chan
Mar 12 min read


Lowballing?
Lowballers perceived that only they should be gaining out from whatever deals they would be entering into.
Adam Chan
Feb 1, 20223 min read


Looking back at Guitar Making Class #210628
…some of the handiwork taught me that even the simple looking tasks require critical thought and refinement through practice…
Adam Chan
Oct 30, 20211 min read


A 50 years old Yamaha - Wrapping Up
This guitar has been given a new lease of life after many challenging processes.
Adam Chan
Sep 23, 20212 min read


Guitar Making Class #210426; Sum Up
I recommend anyone who has interest in making an acoustic guitar to join the course, even if you have zero experience in woodworking...
Adam Chan
Jul 12, 20211 min read


Are you a Luthier?
Personally I think there are no shortcuts to be a professional. Unless one wishes to merely look like one.
Adam Chan
May 20, 20214 min read


What is the difference between like and listening?
In short; You can don't like it but you can't say it is lousy.
Adam Chan
Feb 5, 20213 min read


How much do you charge?
It may be a rough ride but it is unavoidable if one aspires to be a fine craftsmen.
Adam Chan
Oct 17, 20204 min read


Learning from my Guitar Making Class #190528
"the guitar making class is really an exceptional experience that I will remember for the rest of my life"
Adam Chan
Oct 16, 20201 min read


Make a guitar for myself - Class #191203
In Adam’s guitar making course, I have learnt more than just building a "dream" guitar. I have learnt to appreciate guitars.
Adam Chan
Sep 19, 20203 min read


A 50 years old Yamaha - Reinforcing the Neck Block
after salvaging all critical detached areas, surfaces and parts, it is high time to boast the neck block in its strength and stability
Adam Chan
Jun 21, 20201 min read


A 50 years old Yamaha - Re-glue the Critical Parts
Many critical areas and surfaces have dislodged, thus a considerable number of re-gluing processes were expected
Adam Chan
Jun 14, 20201 min read


A 50 years old Yamaha
The extend of damage was rather unusual even with my experiences in guitar repairs
Adam Chan
Jun 10, 20202 min read


This guitar sounds majestic! It means…
For anyone to enjoy sound harmony as music, our ears need to detect and our brains need to interpret.
Adam Chan
Jun 7, 20203 min read
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