Reply to Anyone have any experience building custom wood enclosures?

I just got a korg padkontrol, and im going to get a korg nanokontrol as well. im going to paint my padkontrol, but i was believeing, id like to build a custom surround for it. like nice wood around the korg and then have a spot at the bottom for the nanokontrol to make it one unit...sort of.

but i was hoping for some tips from someone that may be more experienced with this sort of thing. like what type of wood should i get, what thickness will work good. how to put it together...nails...glue...both? what work the best for cutting notches for the cable spots? what would work best to smooth the edges...i forget what their called but its like a dremel tool or something...any tips would be greatly appreciated. thanks!