I built a head shell for my Nomad 45

[Jakob]

I've been building a head shell for my amp. Why I did this? I wanted to carry the amp with me without having to carry the heavy combo, because IMO the amp sounds a lot better through a cab. I have to admit I did it for fun too

I used Mahogany to get a good finish, bought from a local boat builder.

Finished cutting the wood.

Grille mounted. You can also see I use some wooden "props" to reinforce the construction.

Gluing the head.

First staining of the head.

Finished staining, begun putting some lacquer on it.

Finished lacquering!

Rubberfeet, carrying strap, grille behind and the amp is mounted. Finished!

From behind.

Head + 1x12" cab

I'm quite satisfied with the finish, it looks "70s" and a bit home-made (not mass produced).

 

[dylan7620]

very cool! that wood looks gorgeous. all hail nomad 45 heads! :lol:

 

[MesaENGR412]

That is awesome man, very nifty idea. Great wood work as well man, Looks really professional! Congrats!

-AJH

 

[nomadlover]

i want one fro my nomad 100! even though it's already a head :roll:

 

[musicbox]

Beautiful job! I love the look of mahogany, and the bars infront where a great touch. Nice stain as well, very rich.

 

[MetalMatt]

Wowzer! That is sweet! It reminds me of ENGL's Savage/Invader/RB Sig/Special Edition heads. Great Job!

 

[ibanez4life SZ!]

**** that's nice. Almost inspiring enough to make my recto look unique.

 

[fredster]

Man, that is sleek...gonna make a matching cab? Nice job!

 

[ytse_jam]

very nice work!!! you all who appreciate handmade works take also a look at this page (it's in italian, but watch the pics!)..it's a completely rebuilt head cabinet for a Caliber50+
http://www.accordo.it/article.pl?sid=06/04/26/1441220&mode=nested

 

[SilverBayJ]

Nice, it even looks like it sounds better....hehe
I love homemade stuff!