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Dave posted a discussionJust showing off: My new CBG
Hi there, just wanted to celebrate the completion of my first CBG build by posting a few photos here!This fine instrument features a no-name P90 pickup, and was built entirely with stuff I had lying around the house - except for the neck, which I…See More
ED (Bad Finger) commented on Silent Jim's video
Primal Garfunkel
"Same issues here Jim. Likely for many others. I can hit two notes with immediate precision. 1)flat and 2) sour.
Nicely done."
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My first workbench in 35 years
"I'm silly with workbenches. I probably have 10 of them. Yet this one is my favorite."
Habanera Hal commented on Shane's group Building a Cigar Box Guitar 101"John, shipping from Japan is no problem. Even after the tsunami, I recieved my order from Jockomo in a timely fashion. Regular orders usually only take a week to 10 days. Great company to do business with.
I just installed these…"
Stevesteve commented on Downtown Vinnie's photoMy first workbench in 35 years
"A man's workbench is his natural home. Nice one Vinnie.
Cheers,
Steve"
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Just showing off: My new CBG
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Cool story in news today with a CBG!
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Anyone have any 3 string cord songs and give the frets.. Like 3,5,7,5,6,3.. thanks
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The Doors' Ray Manzarek Breaks On Through To The Other Side
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