"hi re the fretting question , it's called diatonic fretting as used on a dulcimer/ strummer. simply do- ray- mi etc ,good fun to play around on . plus stick a capo on the 1st fret and you get 3 ,5 7 9 12 positions for a bit a…"
#1 resource for Cigar Box Guitars, Free Plans, How-To, Parts & More!
Cigar Box Nation is sponsored by C. B. Gitty Crafter Supply, your one-stop-shop for Cigar Box Guitar parts and accessories!
-
Dick Mott
- Male
- Houston, TX
- United States
- Blog Posts
- Discussions (20)
- Events
- Groups (13)
- Photos (11)
- Photo Albums (1)
- Videos
Dick Mott's Groups
Dick Mott's Discussions
Best Packaging
Started this discussion. Last reply by Busyhands Slim Jan 12. 4 Replies 0 Likes
What is the best way to package gits for shipping? I need to ship a build I di for my brother in law. I'm in Texas, he's in Pennsylvania. Continue
Outdoor type cigar boxes.
Started this discussion. Last reply by Longhand Dec 10, 2012. 2 Replies 0 Likes
Looking for wooden CBs that have artwork of Cowboys, buffalo, hunters, etc. I have an idea for a CBG and would like to see how it would turn out!.Continue
order of assembly
Started this discussion. Last reply by Slowpaw Steve T Dec 7, 2012. 5 Replies 0 Likes
I'm still too new and excited in this endeavor, so I haven't been able to solidify a "procedure" and standard for myself. This has probably been covered in depth before and if so, please point me in…Continue
What strings to use for Delta Blues?
Started this discussion. Last reply by Jim Woods Sep 15, 2012. 10 Replies 0 Likes
Just finished (I Think) my new build. The scale is 24.5" on a Casa Torano box. I want to be able to get a real Delta Blues sound out of it.…Continue
Dick Mott's Page
Latest Activity
Dick Mott commented on smilingdog1's photo
frank1
"My first build was with one of these. I thought it was mine, but a musician hounded me until I sold it to him. Still wish I woulda kept it!
"
Dick Mott commented on jabes's photo
it'll look a bit like this
"I love the simplicity of this. Tell me, I see this type of fretting frequently. Can you enlighten me? What is it called?"
Dick Mott commented on Dick Mott's photo
#7 Bridge, Saddle & Heel
"Randy S. Bretz > "Looks like someone had been paying attention to the pic`s. Super nice rod bridge !!!"
Randy, you opened my eyes. I bow to the master! I've got some Osage curing, and can't wait to dull a few…"
Steven Pierce replied to Dick Mott's discussion Houston and Brazos Bend State Park in the group TEXAS HOME"Hi Dick,
My number is 330 554 1086. Just let me know when we get enough for a meet up. I am currently in the middle of my second build. i am having fun with it but I need to get some good tools badly! lol Well I guess thats how it was meant to…"
Randy S. Bretz commented on Dick Mott's photo#7 Bridge, Saddle & Heel
"Looks like someone had been paying attention to the pic`s. Super nice rod bridge !!!"
Profile Information
- How did you learn about Cigar Box Nation?
- Internet
Dick Mott's Photos
Comment Wall (3 comments)
- At 6:42am on March 2, 2013,
jabes said… hi re the fretting question , it's called diatonic fretting as used on a dulcimer/ strummer. simply do- ray- mi etc ,good fun to play around on . plus stick a capo on the 1st fret and you get 3 ,5 7 9 12 positions for a bit a bluesy noodling. hope this helps . you got some pretty neat stuff btw ...J
- At 8:56am on February 11, 2013,
Doug Christensen said… Hello Dick, I'm Doug & up here in College Station. Mainly build, but have some slide experience.
- At 5:39pm on January 8, 2013,
MichaelS Country Boy Guitars said… - Dick, you asked about my fingerboard's. My necks are made from rough wood in my dads barn, its black walnut. The necks are solid one piece. I did make a bunch of fretboard stock that I was selling if you need some.
New CBG T-Shirt!
Sponsors
Recommended Links & Resources
- Cigar Box Music - How-to-Build CBGs DVDs, How to Play CBG and more!
- 3-String-Guitar.com
- Handmade Music Clubhouse - Dedicated to all handmade/homemade instruments
- Speal's Tavern of New Alexandria, PA - Shane Speal's Family Tavern and Cigar Box Guitar Museum
Events
Blog Posts
New Headstock Branding
Posted by Harrison Withers on May 15, 2013 at 9:59pm 0 Comments 0 Likes
The Slim Panatellas are in Session with Emma Mitchell on The Medicine Show
Posted by The Slim Panatellas on May 15, 2013 at 6:42pm 0 Comments 0 Likes
scale length and fret placement
Posted by Harrison Withers on May 6, 2013 at 3:20pm 0 Comments 0 Likes
Ups and downs
Posted by Craig Mayhem on May 6, 2013 at 9:52am 6 Comments 3 Likes
Coming Soon Online Store
Posted by frank tennyson on May 5, 2013 at 8:30am 2 Comments 1 Like
Handmade Music Clubhouse Activity
© 2013 Created by C. B. Gitty (Ben).
Powered by
