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How to build a bass guitar – routing the control cavity part 2

In this build step, we continue on with the routing of the control cavity.

Above: The photo shows that the first pass is now completed.

Below: Setting up the router bit for the second pass.

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Below: Performing the second pass, using two 1/4-inch passes at this stage.

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Below: The two passes have been completed.

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Below: Adjusting the table for the third and final pass with the first (shortest) bit

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Below: A bit at speed is slowly lowered into the cavity at an angle. The reason for lowering on an angle is for extra control.

Note: It is easier to lower in shorter bits compared to longer ones due to the fact the operator is more aware of a shorter bit (which basically means you can see what you’re doing more easily.)

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Below: The third pass has been completed.

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Below: The second bit is put to use for the 4th pass.

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Below: Routing the 4th pass.

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Where are the rest of the build steps?
You can view them all here.

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