I am wanting to add resonators to my "collection" and noticed there is currently no resonator group...unless I overlooked it. I would like to pick some of your brains on tips, hints and tricks because I've seen some gorgeous builds from you guys. I really don't know where to start with my questions, but was wondering what differences I should note in my builds and tips on getting quality, old-style blues sound out of them.
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Yes, and in cutting and pasting the code for this link table here, I messed up the original code in my CBN discussion group "Home Made Resonator Boxes 101, v.2.0" and spent most of this morning recreating that code. I think next time I won't fool with it. As time goes on, my group will move from basic box building to more advanced reso-box-guitar building. Just a matter of my finding time to get around to it. My first article relative to reso-box-guitar building is how to cut the hole for the resonator in the sound board using rather primitive tools.
Well, I think I've fixed all the links. Apparently the links are saved with a relative url (..\) and when I paste it here, the url address gets screwed up. Live & learn.
Although, I am not a builder (only built one 3 string CBG), I have played quite a few resonators in my day. I would be glad to be of any assistance. Jim Mitchell is certainly a good source for resonator info. Enjoy your build, Keni Lee
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Hi David.
Yes, and in cutting and pasting the code for this link table here, I messed up the original code in my CBN discussion group "Home Made Resonator Boxes 101, v.2.0" and spent most of this morning recreating that code. I think next time I won't fool with it. As time goes on, my group will move from basic box building to more advanced reso-box-guitar building. Just a matter of my finding time to get around to it. My first article relative to reso-box-guitar building is how to cut the hole for the resonator in the sound board using rather primitive tools.
-Rand.
Useful Links:
Tag your photos with 'reso' to appear here')
- Mike Lowe (Old Lowe) High quality 6" brass or aluminum cones for CBGs ($25.00)
- Republic Guitars Make a variety of sizes, including a 6" one for ukuleles ($25) and nice cover plate ($30) that work well for CBGs
- National Reso Phonic Guitars Cones for Ukes and CBGs ($60)
- Delta Resonator Cones (UK) Cones for Ukes and CBGs (£40.00)
- Pete Moles (Molanator Guitars / Tasmania) Aluminum 'Molo Cones' for full sized guitars
- Slunky53 on E-Bay Cones for Ukes and CBGs ($59.00)
- Klangbox (Austrian) 4.7" (12cm) brass cones for smaller cigar boxes ($18)
- Ben Moor's (Roosterman) Homespun Candy Cones for CBGs (£6 or £15 for 3)
Note 1: Plus Shipping ChargesWell, I think I've fixed all the links. Apparently the links are saved with a relative url (..\) and when I paste it here, the url address gets screwed up. Live & learn.
-Rand.
Hmm... Why didn't those links cut and paste right? I'll see if I can fix them.
Hi David,
Here's what information I have on making Reso-CBGs:
Useful Links:
Tag your photos with 'reso' to appear here')
- Mike Lowe (Old Lowe) High quality 6" brass or aluminum cones for CBGs ($25.00)
- Republic Guitars Make a variety of sizes, including a 6" one for ukuleles ($25) and nice cover plate ($30) that work well for CBGs
- National Reso Phonic Guitars Cones for Ukes and CBGs ($60)
- Delta Resonator Cones (UK) Cones for Ukes and CBGs (£40.00)
- Pete Moles (Molanator Guitars / Tasmania) Aluminum 'Molo Cones' for full sized guitars
- Slunky53 on E-Bay Cones for Ukes and CBGs ($59.00)
- Klangbox (Austrian) 4.7" (12cm) brass cones for smaller cigar boxes ($18)
- Ben Moor's (Roosterman) Homespun Candy Cones for CBGs (£6 or £15 for 3)
Note 1: Plus Shipping ChargesHope this helps.
-Rand.
Ben said:
I think you're looking for this: How loud can we make it
http://www.cigarboxnation.com/group/howloudcanwemakeit
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