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Oct 23, 2012

David E Bowen joined Grease Stains's group

Greasy's Easy Chords

Since i started playing these cbg's i've been wishing i had a chord book. A recent attemp to teach myself music theory gave me the idea to try to share anything i learn to help myself memorize what i've learned, and give ppl a sort of Chord Book. this will be a work in progress, so please be patient!See More

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Building a Cigar Box Guitar 101

This group is for discussing the basics of CBG building for newer builders - where to start, what to do, common pitfalls, tips and techniques.Keep in mind that new builders can find other great informative articles on CBG building, as well as most of the parts you'll need, over at C. B. Gitty Crafter Supply!See More

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Oct 22, 2012

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"Hi David, I'm a bit overwhelmed by all ther information on this website, but hope to get used to it eventually . I'm seriously addicted to my cigar box guitar already. I 've always made things from junk and as well as my CBG , I…"

Jun 25, 2012

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C. B. Gitty Crafter Supply

C. B. Gitty Crafter Supply is your one-stop shop for the parts and accessories you need for building and playing Cigar Box Guitars and other hand-made instruments (and even store-bought ones!). This group is the place for product links and updates.

Jun 23, 2012

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The Beginners Club

A club for beginners who are building for the first time and need some support from each other as well as experienced builders who are willing to teach newbies the ropes. Welcome!See More

Jun 23, 2012

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David E Bowen commented on Shane's group Introduce Yourself!

"Id like to let everyone know i hit the ultimate score. 50 free cigar boxes from the local shop!"

Feb 5, 2010

Wes "I'm Baaaaack" Yates and David E Bowen are now friends

Jan 31, 2010

Tres Seaver left a comment for David E Bowen

"David, you should be able to find lots of opinions in the forum (under the community link at the top of the page), or ask your question there and get a broader response. Personally, I tend to tap on boxes and listen for resonance before acquiring…"

Jan 31, 2010

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Jan 31, 2010

David E Bowen left a comment for David E Bowen

"Can anyone say which cigar boxes that they prefer for tone quality and such. im just wondering for a point of comparison. Thanks Ya'll"

Jan 31, 2010

Tres Seaver left a comment for David E Bowen

"Welcome aboard, David! You will find lots of helpful folks and information here on all things CBG (CBU, CBB, etc.) Feel free to poke around, ask questions, and post your stuff (photos, recordings, videos, etc.). Most of all, have fun!Welcome…"

Jan 31, 2010

Wes "I'm Baaaaack" Yates left a comment for David E Bowen

"Maryville! I've been thru that from Townsend. Went to a flyfishing shop in Townsend. Welcome. There are a BUNCH of TN guys in the Nation. -WY"

Jan 31, 2010

David E Bowen joined Shane's group

DUMPSTER DIVER'S MUSIC UNION

Scavengers unite! We want to know what unusual trash you've used to build instruments. Post your trash-to-treasure creations. Follow up on Dumpster Diver contests.See More

Jan 30, 2010

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David E Bowen commented on Shane's group Introduce Yourself!

"Currently in the process of my first CBG. I dont even know how to play guitar but i think it'll be fun to learn on my own instrument! Really into bluegrass and i think im gonna go with banjo strings. I'll let everyone know how its coming…"

Jan 30, 2010

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At 3:25pm on June 25, 2012, Eric Coates said…: Hi David, I'm a bit overwhelmed by all ther information on this website, but hope to get used to it eventually . I'm seriously addicted to my cigar box guitar already. I 've always made things from junk and as well as my CBG , I made a tenor banjo from a 12 inch plastic fishing float and a didley bow from driftwood with a beer can resonator. I'll put some photos of them on my page some time. also building a dual foot stomp box with some interesting bits and another CBG for my wife's brother . What you busy with at your side of the atlantic?

At 10:09pm on January 31, 2010, Tres Seaver said…: David, you should be able to find lots of opinions in the forum (under the community link at the top of the page), or ask your question there and get a broader response. Personally, I tend to tap on boxes and listen for resonance before acquiring them: I have had good luck with both all-wood and paper-covered boxes, depending on the kind of instrument.

At 9:29pm on January 31, 2010, David E Bowen said…: Can anyone say which cigar boxes that they prefer for tone quality and such. im just wondering for a point of comparison. Thanks Ya'll

At 3:28pm on January 31, 2010, Tres Seaver said…: Welcome aboard, David! You will find lots of helpful folks and information here on all things CBG (CBU, CBB, etc.) Feel free to poke around, ask questions, and post your stuff (photos, recordings, videos, etc.).

Most of all, have fun!Welcome aboard, Will! You will find lots of helpful folks and information here on all things CBG (CBU, CBB, etc.) Feel free to poke around, ask questions, and post your stuff (photos, recordings, videos, etc.).

Most of all, have fun!

At 10:21am on January 31, 2010, Wes "I'm Baaaaack" Yates said…: Maryville! I've been thru that from Townsend. Went to a flyfishing shop in Townsend. Welcome. There are a BUNCH of TN guys in the Nation.

-WY