The Parametric
Guitar Project

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The Parametric
Guitar Project

Welcome to a comprehensive knowledge-base and repository centered around leveraging Autodesk®️ Fusion 360™️ for the development of parametric guitars through a modular framework.

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Overview

The Parametric Guitar Project is your ultimate destination for articles and tutorials on building modular, parametric guitars using Autodesk Fusion 360. With a focus on parametric design techniques and the powerful capabilities of modern tools, these articles provide step-by-step instructions, expert tips, and comprehensive insights to help you create unique and customized instruments.

I believe that building a guitar is more than just assembling pieces; it's a creative journey that allows you to bring your lutherie vision to life. These articles cover a wide range of topics, including 3D modeling, CNC machining, virtual prototyping, and more. Here tutorials are referred to as "blocks." These blocks can be skillfully combined to create custom builds, allowing you to unlock your creativity and craft guitars that truly embody your unique style and desired sound.

Design

Delve into the principles of designing parametric guitar components using Fusion 360, enabling you to create modular parts that seamlessly integrate, facilitating customization and versatility in guitar construction.

Manufacture

Explore the process of translating your parametric guitar designs into tangible reality, mastering Fusion 360's manufacturing techniques, such as CNC milling, 3D printing, and assembly, to bring your custom guitars to life.

Render

Learn how to enhance the visual presentation of your parametric guitar designs using Fusion 360's rendering tools, allowing you to create stunning, realistic visualizations that showcase your guitar models in various materials, finishes, and lighting scenarios.

Script

Discover the power of scripting in Fusion 360, understanding how to automate and customize various aspects of the guitar design process through the use of scripts, unlocking advanced capabilities and efficiency in your parametric guitar creations.

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Foundations

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Foundation

Introduction

In this introduction module, you will gain a solid foundation in Fusion 360 by learning the basics of its user interface, essential tools, and key concepts, empowering you to confidently navigate and utilize the software for your guitar design and modeling.
Foundation

Fundamentals

In the fundamentals block, you will gain a solid foundation in Fusion 360 by learning the basics of its user interface, essential tools, and key concepts, motivating you to confidently navigate and utilize the software for your guitar design and modeling.
Foundation

Parametric Guitar Pick

In this second block, you will being to develop essential skills in Fusion 360, including sketching, applying constraints, utilizing parameters, and creating a 3D model, providing you with the necessary proficiency to bring your guitar designs to life.

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