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You can use anything really, but its additional effort to process sheet material or reclaimed wood of the wrong dimensions into body blanks.... if you dont have the time, knowledge or tools to do that it makes sense to buy actual guitar body blanks of a nice consistent wood, at least for your first foray
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Plywood for a test seems like a good idea, just to try it out, make the mistakes (of which there will be many)
Then maybe a blank is the way to go, I'll do some research on thoses. Or if anyone can recommend a place to buy from?
@WezV I'll look into poplar - is pine hard to work with?
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https://www.reidtimber.co.uk/tulipwood-poplar-body-blanks
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Torres used to use well seasoned wood from old furniture. Often the timber was quite narrow, hence some of his instruments had 3 piece backs. A continuing fashion amongst some of the Madrid and Granada luthiers.
If you're just practicing, use any wood. Who knows, you may find a winning combination. Just make sure it's completely seasoned.
Yes, it can be done really well, but it also adds more challenges for a new builder who likely isnt starting with a fully equipped workshop. Although it is a good way to learn about wood grain and tool use.
Ply would be a definite no for me, especially for a first go. Its a lot harder to work with than a consistent solid wood with predictable grain, and the results wont be great
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