Adam Buchwald, Circle Strings and Iris Guitar Company
ShopBot Desktop
Instrument makers of all disciplines are supplementing their traditional woodworking tools with CNC routers. While CNC may not duplicate all of the specialized processes involved in instrument making, the technology enables greater creativity and efficiency of production.
A ShopBot CNC tool can be of great benefit to any musical instrument maker’s shop. Two of the main advantages are time savings and repeatability. Mundane or repetitive tasks such as roughing or finish carving instrument components and bodies, as well as more intricate work for neck carving, inlays, and fretwork can now be done with speed and accuracy that will impress even the most discriminating of artists. And once the process and files have been developed, it can be done over and over again with the same quality workmanship.
Whether a single-person outfit, a shop with just a few employees, or a larger operation, you’ll find a ShopBot CNC tool to be an asset when it comes to productivity. The tool can be occupied with one task, freeing someone up to do another at the same time.
CNC technology enables instrument designers and makers to go quickly from a hand drawn idea to CAD design to production. Even the most complicated custom patterns, textures, and inlays can be easily incorporated into your work. Whether it’s a straight line or an intricate pattern, it’s “all the same” to CNC. And with the flexibility to cut a variety of materials including wood, plastics, and soft metals, you’re limited only by your imagination. The great precision of the tools enables fine detailing that will impress you and your discerning customers.
People already put ShopBot CNC tools to use to create a variety of musical instruments, their components, and other related items: Guitars, banjos, mandolins, dulcimers, pianos, organs, woodwind instruments, turntables, guitar cases, speakers, and more!
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Whether you're interested in one of our standard tool configurations, or you're interested in something more customized,
we have a tool to meet your business needs. Contact your ShopBot specialist today at 1-888-680-4466
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| Desktop MAX D3624 Aluminum Deck with 110v Spindle | $10,790 |
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ShopBot Control System Software. Vectric's VCarve Pro included with tool purchase ($699 value). ShopBot Desktop ships fully assembled and runs on standard household power. Availabe in both 110v and 220/230v. Liftgate service is recommended. Quick quotes do not include shipping costs or any applicable sales tax. |
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| PRSalpha ATC 96-60-8 with 5'x8' cutting area and 8" of vertical travel | $24,510 |
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ShopBot Control System Software Vectric's VCarve Pro included with tool purchase ($699 value). Gantry tools are designed and shipped for assembly on site. Let us know if you would like a quote for assembly and/or training at your location. Liftgate service is recommended. Quick quotes do not include shipping costs or any applicable sales tax. |
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| PRSstandard 48-48-8 with 4'x4' cutting area with 8" of vertical travel | $15,710 | |||||||||||||||
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ShopBot Control System Software Vectric's VCarve Pro included with tool purchase ($699 value). Gantry tools are designed and shipped for assembly on site. Let us know if you would like a quote for assembly and/or training at your location. Liftgate service is recommended. Quick quotes do not include shipping costs or any applicable sales tax. |
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| PRSalpha Buddy BT48 (caster kit included) | $19,065 | |||||||||||||||
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ShopBot Control System Software. Vectric's VCarve Pro included with tool purchase ($699 value). Buddy tool ships fully assembled. Liftgate service is recommended. Quick quotes do not include shipping costs or any applicable sales tax. |
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Like a lathe, a rotary indexer provides a 4th rotary axis for turning a part, but it also provides precise “indexed” control over rotation.
Learn more about CNC Indexers
An ATC reduces production time by automatically changing cutters during tool paths, allowing you to complete complex projects in a fraction of the time.
Learn more about the Automatic Tool Changer
Vacuum is one of the most effective methods to hold down parts for CNC cutting and machining. We offer options for universal hold down systems.
Learn more about Vacuum systems
Proper dust collection not only ensures the cleanliness of your shop, it also protects your lungs from the various materials released into the air of your work space.
Learn more about Dust CollectionToll Free: 1-888-680-4466
Phone: 919-680-4800
Fax: 919-680-4900
ShopBot Tools, Inc.
3333-B Industrial Drive
Durham, NC 27704
USA
Office Hours
Monday–Friday: 9am–5pm EST
After Hours Tech Support
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Saturday–Sunday: 8am–9pm EST
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ShopBot Tools, Inc. is closed New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day,
Thanksgiving Day and the following Friday, and Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
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