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  À la recherche des guitares du luthier Vicente Arias : un voyage à travers l'histoire et la musique

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  La historia de la guitarra española está llena de curiosidades y misterios. Los luthiers que han dado forma al instrumento en sus orígenes, no siempre han quedado correctamente documentados y sus guitarras se encuentran, aun hoy, viajando por el mundo en forma anónima. Quizás en manos de un gran guitarrista, de un niño que da sus primeros pasos con la guitarra o también olvidada en un armario.En este post, nos centraremos en la figura de Vicente Arias, un luthier español del siglo XIX, y en...

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  Learn to choose the right varnish for each wood and how to apply it

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  Varnishing is an essential part of building and finishing electric guitars. It not only acts as a protective barrier against external factors like humidity and temperature changes, but also enhances the natural beauty of the wood, influencing the instrument's resonance and tone.

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  New ebony restorer for your fretboards and much more

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  In the world of luthiery and woodworking finishes, choosing the right products is far from a minor detail—it’s the decisive step that defines the aesthetics, protection, and in some cases, even the sound of a piece. When it comes to materials that make a difference, OldWood, a brand of international renown, now features in the Maderas Barber catalog, offering luthiers and artisans specialized products for both traditional and modern finishes.

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  How to set up your own luthiery workshop at home

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  When we think about our workspace, tools, wood, and ongoing projects can quickly accumulate, creating chaos and distractions that affect our focus. However, workspace design is not just a matter of organization; it directly influences a luthier's creativity and productivity.

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  Estopa's new guitars are crafted among friends and woods

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  A few months ago, Guitarras Bros visited Maderas Barber in search of the best woods for the new guitars of Estopa, the group formed by the Muñoz brothers in 1999. Receiving them always turns into a gathering of old friends, where we share ideas and experiences, as well as a commitment to offer the best pieces to our customers.

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  The importance of good design and a solid workflow in handcrafted electric guitar building

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  Building an electric guitar isn’t an improvised or purely intuitive process. It’s applied design. Every millimeter gained or lost has a direct impact on the final result—on the instrument’s balance, playability, and of course, its tone.

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  How to properly install pegs on a violin

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  The adjustment and installation of pegs in bowed string instruments are fundamental processes both in their construction and maintenance. A precise adjustment not only ensures stable tuning but also contributes to the longevity of the instrument and the musician's comfort.

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  Analyze and transform the sound of your guitar.

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  Would you like to gain a thorough understanding of how your guitar responds to sound? In this article, we explain how to apply Giuliano Nicoletti's method for studying the top, visualizing vibration modes, and adjusting the bracing. A practical and accessible approach to bringing acoustic research directly to your workshop.

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  Revolutionize your knowledge with MB Sound tops

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  En el mundo de la construcción de guitarras, cada detalle cuenta. Tom Sands, luthier británico conocido por su trabajo artesanal y enfoque en la excelencia, lo sabe bien. En un reciente vídeo en su canal de YouTube, Tom examina las tapas de MB Sound de Maderas Barber junto con Giuliano Nicoletti. En esta charla, ambos comparten sus impresiones sobre cómo las características específicas de cada madera, respaldadas por datos acústicos precisos, pueden llevar la construcción de guitarras a otro...

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  Practical guide to drying and storing tonal wood

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  Learn how to properly dry and store your lutherie wood. Essential tools, drying methods, common mistakes and a species reference table. Free guide by Maderas Barber.

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  Since 1957 growing, 68 years of learning…

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  This year marks our 68th anniversary sharing our passion for wood with luthiers, artisans, and craft lovers around the world. To celebrate, we don’t just want to talk about species and properties — we want to share what we’ve learned. Because each of these woods has taught us something. Some spoke to us about patience, others about adaptability, aesthetics, or listening. And all of them, without exception, have shaped us into who we are today.

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  Learn how to wind your own P-90 pickup: step-by-step tutorial

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  Complete tutorial with Ricardo Lira to build a P-90 pickup from scratch: history, winding technique, materials needed and kits available at Maderas Barber.

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