I will build MY FIRST EXPLORER! Harley Benton DIY KIT Full Build EP#01

🎸 Harley Benton DIY Kit Build – Episode 1 | Custom Explorer with Black & Gold Visual Identity! 🎸 Welcome to Riffs & Rig! In this first episode of our brand-new DIY Guitar Build Series, we’re diving into the unboxing and concept creation of a unique project based on the Harley Benton DIY Explorer-style Kit — and yes, this one will be black and gold inspired by our channel’s identity! ⭐️ Become a Member of the channel and enjoy additional benefits: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCinpymRqn0YJmar2K35WuZA/join 💸 DISCOVER THE BEST BUDGET PRODUCTS IN OUR PURCHASE CENTER: https://bit.ly/purchase-center-rr 🎸 GET YOUR HARLEY BENTON DIY KIT AND JOIN THE CONTEST: https://bit.ly/harley-benton-diy-kits-rr #HBDiyKitChallenge #HarleyBentonDIY #ExplorerBuild #RiffsAndRig #DIYGuitarKit This build is part of our entry into the Harley Benton DIY Kit Challenge 2025, and in this episode we’ll go through: :: Unboxing the full kit :: Explaining our creative concept :: Planning the custom hardware and electronics :: Laser engraving our logo :: Wiring preparation using Seymour Duncan’s planner :: Wiring pre-soldering :: Applying black wood stain :: Starting the finishing process with oil-based coats …all done with budget parts and big ideas! If you're thinking about customizing your own DIY kit or just want to follow a fun, creative journey from idea to final guitar — this series is for you. The next episode will cover final assembly, testing, and the reveal! 🔥 Product & Tool Links: Harley Benton EX-Style DIY Kit: https://bit.ly/hb-explorer-diy-kit-rr Crimson Guitars Stunning Stains: https://bit.ly/crimson-stunning-stains-rr Crimson Guitars Penetrating Guitar Finish Oil: https://bit.ly/cg-guitar-finish-oil-rr Fleor Push-Pull Pots: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_oBHVvox Fleor Pickups: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_oF1lTmn Fleor Clothed Wires: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_oo06Dsb WAAAH Oil Capacitors: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_onoi5f1 Golden Knobs: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_o2DZofz Laser Engraver: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_olAzTiB 🔗Useful links: :: Seymour Duncan Wiring Planner: https://www.seymourduncan.com/wiring-diagrams :: Canva: https://www.canva.com/ 🎛️ This Episode Covers: - Full Unboxing & Kit Review - Creative Concept & Hardware Planning - Logo Engraving & Electronics Wiring - Sanding & Black Staining with Water-Based Dye - First Layers of Finish (Penetrating & High Build Oils) 💬 Let us know in the comments: - What do you think of the concept? - Would you stain it black and gold too? - Have you joined the #HBDiyKitChallenge yet? 📌 Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro 00:46 – What’s the Harley Benton Challenge? 01:47 – Unboxing the Kit 02:59 – Concept Ideation 04:13 – Wiring Diagram creation 04:47 – Body Engraving and Wiring Preparation 07:07 – Enlarging the Potenciometer Holes 07:21 – Sanding & Wood Prep 08:37 – Staining Process 10:56 – Oil Finishing Coats 📢 If this video was helpful or entertaining, don’t forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and turn on notifications so you don’t miss Episode 2 — where we’ll finish the guitar and give it a full sound test! Thanks for watching, and as always… KEEP ON ROCKIN’! 🎶🔥