The Real Cost Our Workhorse Guitar (Parts Breakdown & Pricing)

What does it actually cost to build our true, gig-ready workhorse guitar project? In this video, we’re breaking down the exact components we decided to swap out, the physics behind why we changed them, and the final, unfiltered cost numbers for this project. When you're building an instrument meant to handle the heavy abuse of live shows and rehearsals, tone chasing with expensive electronics is a waste of time and money. True reliability and killer tone start at the foundation—with your setup, your hardware choices, and instrument physics. We’re taking you through the specific overseas and non-brand name components that hold their own against (and often outperform) the big-name brands, from the bridge layout to the minor hardware adjustments that make or break playability. 📊 What’s Inside: The Hardware Swap: The exact parts we are changing and the structural reasons why. Physics Over Hype: Why we prioritize the foundation (strings, setup, hardware) over overpriced gear. The Final Invoice: A line-by-line look at the exact cost of this build.