Combine Newsletter - November 2026
October's Guitar of the Month Winner!
We’re pleased to announce that Zayd is the latest winner of our Guitar of the Month contest!
Curious about his process? Here is his story:
"This build had a very long journey, but through a lot of work it came out awesome and looks stunning even with the flaws it has. I originally wanted to theme the entire build around my favorite franchise Mobile Suit Gundam, but after painting and building it I decided to keep the entire instrument with no decals or markings on it. I sanded all of the surfaces to be as even as possible, then for the neck I had to shave it down a bit to make it more consistent and comfortable. I finished the neck with burned linseed oil and a lot of elbow grease to give it that raw feel but still silky smooth. My biggest regret was hand painting the colored parts as some parts of the body have an uneven finish, but I think it gives the guitar charm and a real personality. I set up the electronics as usual with volume and tone for each pickup, and I put on a toggle switch for series and parallel (or at least I think I did? it changes the sound so I have no clue what I did). A lot was learned and hopefully for a next time I can make an even better instrument.
Overall, this was an amazing experience and I am already thinking about another one. Thanks for a fantastic experience." - Zayd
Zayd's win has earned him up to 50% off the base price of his next DIY Guitar Kit, and his build has been shared on our website and social media!
His guitar is built using Combine's Fretless 6-String Electric Bass Kit.
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"Great kit everything fits perfectly it arrived earlier than expected will definitely buy again from seller." - Rhys
Next Guitar of the Month Contest
We know you're all busy working away on your builds, and we expect some of you will complete them in time to enter September's Guitar of the Month contest! The winner will receive up to 50% off the base price of their next DIY Guitar Kit, and their build will be shared on our website and social media.