DIY pvc multiple guitar stand

Step 4 Done and in use!

I'm happy with the results. It saves space and I no longer need multiple single guitar stands.
Here you see my Ibanez, Heritage 575, Hagstrom Swede, and National Delphi filling it up. (yes they're all left handed)

Total cost was less than 30 dollars. Similiarly manufactered items go for $50 to $100 in music shops.

Comments

[CanGooner]

What a great idea! I don't have the fancy corner foam pieces yet, but it is working very well. I added another cross piece at the back and some snazzy red paint to mine, and made it a little wider with wider spaces to fit acoustics. . The only problem is that now I obviously need another guitar. :) Here's a 'should have known better' tip if you are going to paint yours - don't forget the primer!! I already have a couple of bits rubbed off. Ah well.

[hoonflap]

i too am making this for mainly acoustics. what distance did you use between pegs? i know the original used 6" for the arch tops, so i figured acoustics would be a little more, ~8" or so.

[CanGooner]

I'm not really sure. I moved across the country a while ago, but my stand didn't come with me (yet). You could always try experimenting with different lengths, dry-fitting the pieces together (i.e. no glue) to see how it works. Start at 8" or even 9" and reduce the length until it looks like it will work.

Good luck

[kmsewell]

Saw that you made your Les Paul. My son would like to know where you got the kit to make it? He is also going to make a stand like yours. Thanks for sharing your plans.

[CanGooner]

Hi,
Glad to be of help!

The kit is made by a company called saga - here is a link to their page - but I bought mine on ebay. The quality was better than I expected although one day when I have time and $ I will update some of the components. It comes unfinished and so I kept the natural look with some clear spray lacquer and it looks pretty good!

Have fun!

[Metal4God]

is that the saga les paul copy if so how does it sound and how easy was it to build?

[CanGooner]

Good eye! That is the Saga. It was an absolute piece of cake to build. I am a fairly good woodworker, but really did not have to call on any particular skills in the build. Everything went together snugly and easily. I added a clear satin finish to it, and waiting for that finish to dry before assembly was by far the longest part of the whole process.

Components are obviously not top drawer quality, but considering the price, what do you expect? As for sound, *it* sounds great. The problem here isn't the guitar but the player. :)

As for whether I'm satisfied with it - I'll be getting one of their tele kits one day soon.

[Metal4God]

and guitars are the second most important (God's first)thing in my life! thats why I have a good eye!

[Metal4God]

well what gave it two me is the les paul isn't just a wood finshesd BTW if i do get mine I'm gonna paint it and if I had the money I would get EMG pickups like what Zakk uses! and paint it white (or yellow ) and black EHV style! how does it play? and can you post a video?

[CanGooner]

Sorry man, what I said about me being the problem with the guitar's sound was just brutally honest, and that is a particular kind of public humiliation to which I shall not submit myself! Well, that and a general lack of video recording devices... As for how it plays, please understand that I have a grand total of bugger all experience playing electrics. But it feels pretty good to me: good action, no buzzing. It doesn't sound or feel like a Gibson or Epiphone, but considering I paid about $75 on ebay for it, I'm not complaining.

[Metal4God]

what $75 you must be crazy i saw it for 50 shipping and $155

[CanGooner]

Ah, the importance of proofreading... I got a good deal, but not quite that good: I paid $175 all-in, not $75

[Metal4God]

ok you freaked me out i mean you said (and I copied and pasted it!) but considering I paid about $75 on ebay for it, I'm not complaining.

[izatrini4eva]

how would i make this so i can lean my guitar back on an angle? like this
http://www.guitarcenter.com/Hercules-Stands-GS412B-Single-Guitar-Stand-102339512-i1142251.gc

[poulw]

I don't know if that's possible- most PVC fittings are either 45 or 90 degree angles

[Dereck Johnsen]

Mhh nice idea, I'm planning to build one my own! But I think I need to change the design a litlle bit, because I need more space for my dean and it needs a thing where I can put a V shaped guitarbody on to.
Got some idea's?? I could use some help!

Greets Dereck!

Sorry if you got problems reading my comments, I'm from the Netherlands and my engels isn't so good...

[whooshie]

Hi Dereck,

Try raising the lower bout rails like I did with my design.  Each side of the V
would fit with the rails in between.   Then put it at the end of the rack resting
on a padded side rail for the headstock in between the side rail and one of the teeth.  That should work.

[whooshie]

Sorry almost forgot. You could have two upright pieces per side off the base.
The back upright would have the cross piece the teeth goes into
the front upright piece would have a padded side rail to the upright
that will have the teeth.  This is the padded side piece I was referring to
earlier.  The headstock of the flying V would rest on that padded side rail
right on the end.

[JaniePatricia]

I used this to make a guitar stand for my boyfriend the only thing I did different was make them stand a little more vertical. I spray painted it black and did a spray clear coat to keep it from getting chiped.

[lofgren]

Nice finish. Looks good in all black ;)

[leversole1]

hi janie i just saw your stand and was wondering what your measurements are for the more upright stand? it looks more stable and will be better on the necks.

[JaniePatricia]

I used 9 t's 6 elbows and 5 caps

[srk]

Here's a hybrid design taken from several ideas:

[underroutine]

well sir I quite like that stand but currently i have a stand that holds 3 of my guitars and a single stand for my 4th with all that said i have a question about the guitar (the ibanez) how does it play

[kaylayato]

FOLLOW the Instructions.. i tried using a 1/2 inch pipe, cause they didn't have a 3/4, it works but its not that steady, i needed to put another bar for support.

[kaylayato]

can you also use this for acoustic guitar?? do you think putting weight on the base is needed?

[poulw]

acoustic guitars- yes no problem- BUT if the guitar high end has a petroleum based finish-(like french polish) make sure the padding won't react and damage the finish- don't use vinyl for padding

[poulw]

I don't think extra weight is needed but some have filled the pipes with sand/cement. Do a dry fit to help you decide.

[Stick4444]

Cool Project dude! I see that you are also a fan of F-hole instruments. Ill have an instructable on my own guitar stands up shortly. They're all wood, and need a bit more skill to make, but they look pretty sweet.

[JayHineman]

Looks great. How much does the pvc wiggle? I'm assuming it's schedule 40?

[poulw]

If Paris Hilton sits on a hollowbody it'll crush and you'll cry. If she sits on a solid body you just say "gross". So yes, they are a little more fragile than a strat or les paul but can still take a beating.

[barnes]

You love hollow body electrics eh? I hear they are a pain in the neck. Brake alot.

[Nils]

Hey Matthew, Did you put this PVC Guitar stand up? Or did you also make one? I was wondering wich dimensions are, between the guitar "hold tubes" thank you

[FakYoo]

so cool. I bought a guitar stand almost 100 us dollars.

[matthew_kleinmann]

This may save you some time....

If you look at:

http://www.instructables.com/ex/i/3B0F5556D7731028931A001143E7E506/

There are 4 pieces you need to cut to make the sides. On the PVC fittings I just bought, the pipe goes 3/4" into the fitting. If you call the piece you need to cut on the far left piece A, and the next one B, etc.....(Note that if your fittings have a different clearance you will need to fix these numbers)

Piece A = 4 1/8"
Piece B = 7 5/8"
Piece C = 5 3/4"
Piece D = 5 5/8"

I did not figure out the uprights, but I would figure between 29" and 30"

For the record, the pieces with the exception of the glue which I have, ran $24.67, and the place I bought them was not the most inexpensive place in town. Handy, yes, inexpensive, no.

Very cool project!