Finally finished!!! - Cigar Box Nation2024-03-29T12:28:54Zhttps://www.cigarboxnation.com/forum/topics/finally-finished?commentId=2592684%3AComment%3A3028567&xg_source=activity&feed=yes&xn_auth=noHi, if it was me I would not…tag:www.cigarboxnation.com,2018-01-29:2592684:Comment:30394492018-01-29T20:27:14.798ZTaffy Evanshttps://www.cigarboxnation.com/profile/TaffyEvans
<p>Hi, if it was me I would not fix anything to the top that's going to affect the tops vibration, as thats where the sound comes from.</p>
<p>Cheers Taff</p>
<p>Hi, if it was me I would not fix anything to the top that's going to affect the tops vibration, as thats where the sound comes from.</p>
<p>Cheers Taff</p> Thank you! As I said to someo…tag:www.cigarboxnation.com,2018-01-29:2592684:Comment:30391632018-01-29T15:05:06.705ZRoland Woodhttps://www.cigarboxnation.com/profile/RolandWood
<p>Thank you! As I said to someone previously, I fully intend on making an antler bridge with correct spacing and such for my next build. In fact, I already have two blanks for some.</p>
<p>And for sound holes, I have some really good looking F hole templates that I just need to measure out, mark, and cut. </p>
<p>And for the idea of screws for the strings at the tail-end, I like the idea but the box I currently have is too thin, and I fear I might split it. But I might just integrate that into…</p>
<p>Thank you! As I said to someone previously, I fully intend on making an antler bridge with correct spacing and such for my next build. In fact, I already have two blanks for some.</p>
<p>And for sound holes, I have some really good looking F hole templates that I just need to measure out, mark, and cut. </p>
<p>And for the idea of screws for the strings at the tail-end, I like the idea but the box I currently have is too thin, and I fear I might split it. But I might just integrate that into one of my future builds!</p> Much appreciated! Hopefully t…tag:www.cigarboxnation.com,2018-01-29:2592684:Comment:30393212018-01-29T14:58:56.144ZRoland Woodhttps://www.cigarboxnation.com/profile/RolandWood
<p>Much appreciated! Hopefully the neck-cant won't be an issue on the next build. And thats the only reason string alignment was (and still kinda is) such a problem. The only reason it is the way it is on this one is that I got a bit excited and mismarked my drilling point on the neck. But ya live and ya learn, trial and error has always been a big thing in my life.</p>
<p>Much appreciated! Hopefully the neck-cant won't be an issue on the next build. And thats the only reason string alignment was (and still kinda is) such a problem. The only reason it is the way it is on this one is that I got a bit excited and mismarked my drilling point on the neck. But ya live and ya learn, trial and error has always been a big thing in my life.</p> JL, I'm not positive that it'…tag:www.cigarboxnation.com,2018-01-29:2592684:Comment:30391612018-01-29T14:51:45.972ZRoland Woodhttps://www.cigarboxnation.com/profile/RolandWood
<p>JL, I'm not positive that it's 8* off, that's just a guess lol</p>
<p>JL, I'm not positive that it's 8* off, that's just a guess lol</p> Hi, as this is not a tapered…tag:www.cigarboxnation.com,2018-01-20:2592684:Comment:30323572018-01-20T00:22:04.442ZTaffy Evanshttps://www.cigarboxnation.com/profile/TaffyEvans
<p>Hi, as this is not a tapered fingerboard the strings are the same spacing all the way up, so maybe they do not need fixing in place. The spacing at the tail piece would be the same as the nut.</p>
<p>if you want the strings to better follow the neck, move the tail piece over. This will also remove any side pull on the neck, that could cause issues down the track. Just info for future builds.</p>
<p>cheers Taff</p>
<p>Hi, as this is not a tapered fingerboard the strings are the same spacing all the way up, so maybe they do not need fixing in place. The spacing at the tail piece would be the same as the nut.</p>
<p>if you want the strings to better follow the neck, move the tail piece over. This will also remove any side pull on the neck, that could cause issues down the track. Just info for future builds.</p>
<p>cheers Taff</p> Roland - a couple quick thoug…tag:www.cigarboxnation.com,2018-01-19:2592684:Comment:30323492018-01-19T23:45:38.476ZGary W aka Rev. Bluejeanshttps://www.cigarboxnation.com/profile/GaryW
<p>Roland - a couple quick thoughts and suggestions. I've never seen this done, but you could put some screws between the bridge and tailstock to pull the strings over into better alignment (like on your headstock). It should not negatively affect playing or the sound, as the only string length you really care about is the free length between the nut and bridge. Helps to compensate for the shift in your neck, and is also pretty unique! Hope this makes sense!</p>
<p>I swap out bridges all…</p>
<p>Roland - a couple quick thoughts and suggestions. I've never seen this done, but you could put some screws between the bridge and tailstock to pull the strings over into better alignment (like on your headstock). It should not negatively affect playing or the sound, as the only string length you really care about is the free length between the nut and bridge. Helps to compensate for the shift in your neck, and is also pretty unique! Hope this makes sense!</p>
<p>I swap out bridges all the time! I agree that the copper tube might not be ideal for transmitting vibrations to the box. I've used pre-made bridges, bolts and scrap pieces of wood. It's more a matter of tuning the bridge to the guitar, either for the appearance you want or to best produce the sound.</p>
<p>Sound holes can help; but they can be very simple. Cool ones add to the beauty of the CBG, but a 5/8" or larger hole or holes can also work. I think they contribute to the volume of the instrument, but don't expect huge gains in sound level. Part of it is - they're cool!</p>
<p>Congrats on your first build! Lots of info is available here, as you know. You have a very solid start! Looking forward to your next, and your next, and your next......</p> OP said the neck shifted when…tag:www.cigarboxnation.com,2018-01-18:2592684:Comment:30313092018-01-18T11:28:49.262ZJLhttps://www.cigarboxnation.com/profile/JL239
<p>OP said the neck shifted when attaching, 8° out of square to the sides, different from back angle.</p>
<p>OP said the neck shifted when attaching, 8° out of square to the sides, different from back angle.</p> no doubt it will, and the thi…tag:www.cigarboxnation.com,2018-01-18:2592684:Comment:30314182018-01-18T10:27:22.127ZTimothy Hunterhttps://www.cigarboxnation.com/profile/TimothyHunter
<p>no doubt it will, and the third and the fourth...lol</p>
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<p>no doubt it will, and the third and the fourth...lol</p>
<p></p> i think the neck is tilted in…tag:www.cigarboxnation.com,2018-01-18:2592684:Comment:30313072018-01-18T10:26:20.804ZTimothy Hunterhttps://www.cigarboxnation.com/profile/TimothyHunter
<p>i think the neck is tilted in the other plane Taffy not front to back, follow the string spacing down the neck. </p>
<p>totally not a criticism of the build. i dont think mine is exactly straight either..lol</p>
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<p>i think the neck is tilted in the other plane Taffy not front to back, follow the string spacing down the neck. </p>
<p>totally not a criticism of the build. i dont think mine is exactly straight either..lol</p>
<p></p> Thanks, I do this all the tim…tag:www.cigarboxnation.com,2018-01-17:2592684:Comment:30309642018-01-17T22:38:11.748ZTaffy Evanshttps://www.cigarboxnation.com/profile/TaffyEvans
<p>Thanks, I do this all the time to get the correct bridge/saddle height, but never knew it was called that.</p>
<p>Taff</p>
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<p>Thanks, I do this all the time to get the correct bridge/saddle height, but never knew it was called that.</p>
<p>Taff</p>
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