New Luxxtone El Machete build pics

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Quick little update, haven't posted in a while. Been super busy in the shop building 7 new guitars and a bass, and on top of that, our shop is moving! Only one street over to a bigger place, but moving still is a pain! We needed to make room for the new machines, new benches and wood storage. Probably will be officially moved in by September 1st, but working out of the current shop until then.

Anyway, here's a look at one of the new Luxxtone El Machetes in diablo red. It just came out of paint and is ready to be put together. This is one of the few that isn't pre-sold yet. Lightweight alder body, Motor City Black Iron pickup, will have a distressed original German Floyd Rose, worn maple neck with compound 10-14 radius and jumbo frets.

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A few guitars pre-fit together before they get finished.

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All done! 6 more guitars will be done in the next 2 or so weeks.

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Upgraded Stainless Steel locking nut screws, looks cool and way more solid.
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Chris, the lucky guy that gets to play test and final inspect all the guitars!
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rupe":1g8vje40 said:
Great looking guitar...I dig the finish. Too bad its one fret shy of being awesome. :thumbsup:

Well, we have them with 22 frets too......want one? :D The finish is pretty unique, it has a very different feel to it since the wood itself is weathered and textured....then finish is applied. Thanks.
 
This thing looks great!

What is the neck profile and thickness like?

C shape? Is the neck real think like the 80's Ibanez or more like a Charvel in thickness?
 
6CA7":20qvyexa said:
This thing looks great!

What is the neck profile and thickness like?

C shape? Is the neck real think like the 80's Ibanez or more like a Charvel in thickness?

Thanks! It's pretty much an identical C shape like an old Charvel, not as thin as an Ibanez wizard neck or anything like that. The measurements at the 1st and 12th frets are: .78 - .83 and a 2 1/4" wide heel. It's still available if you're interested. Here's a pic of Steve Stevens using it.

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