Unlock the secrets of electric guitar making and start crafting your own instruments with Martin Koch's expert guidance.

While Koch’s book was written prior to the explosion of affordable 3D printing and desktop CNC routers, his core geometry rules remain completely unchanged. Today's builders use digital PDFs of his text alongside CAD software to design precise vectors for laser-cut templates.

An electric guitar relies on the seamless conversion of string vibration into electrical signals. Koch’s manual demystifies guitar electronics, treating the circuit like a simple plumbing system where electrons flow from the pickups to the output jack. The Basic Components

File, bevel, crown, and polish the fret edges to ensure smooth playing. 3. Shaping the Neck Profile