"Alright...., so I have a Uke I started a few months back but life got in the way from finishing. I want to get it finish so I can play it but I have a question for the "more experienced" groupies.... tuning pegs? Do you actually use tuning…"
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Scarf Joints........arghhh
Started this discussion. Last reply by Thomas Smith Apr 25, 2012. 39 Replies 0 Likes
Greetings Again Nation...... Another question for those who dabble with scarf joints for the headstock/neck: I don't use power tools exept my dremmel and drill so all my cuts are by hand. But my…Continue
Resonators and tailpieces
Started this discussion. Last reply by David L. Jan 30, 2012. 9 Replies 0 Likes
Greetings Nation, So I have several builds under my belt (pictures on my page) and I am wanting to try a resonator build as my next project. I've seen some really cool build but I am having trouble…Continue
String Questions?
Started this discussion. Last reply by Donny Bell Jun 1, 2011. 6 Replies 0 Likes
Is it normal for the strings to sit so high from the body/fret board? I have built 2 (pics are on my profile) and have the same problem with both. Maybe I need to use something different for the…Continue
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"CBG_Uke.jpg
My first attempt at a Uke- picture is the body. I am currently working on the neck, more pics to follow...."
CBG_Uke
My first attempt at a uke...... box is pretty much prepped, currently working on the neck. I don't believe the box is an actual cigar box- found it at a thrift store for 99 cents. Has nice hinges and latch-
"My youngest is 11 and she just finished her first year of orchestra- violin being her "weapon of choice". She has watched me build several cbg's, and then she saw some photos on here for the fiddles and wanted one. So I am building…"
CB Fiddles
Idea trading post for bowed instruments. Share photos and tips of fiddles and whatnot that you've built, acquired or seen.See More
20 Toros 6-stringer project, 2nd pic
"Thanks! I really like the box too- by far one of the best looking boxes I have come across......."
Warren Poplin commented on Donny Bell's photo20 Toros 6-stringer project, 2nd pic
"Donny,
I made an electric from the same kind of box. I really like the wood. Good luck"
Thomas Smith replied to Donny Bell's discussion Scarf Joints........arghhh"here is the link Rand,
http://www.luth.org/downloads/Flynn-Balalaika-GAL.pdf
Tom"
Thomas Smith replied to Donny Bell's discussion Scarf Joints........arghhh"If anybody is interested in the Balalaika set of plans that Rand Moore mentioned in his post dated January 31, I have posted the link below.
http://www.luth.org/downloads/Flynn-Balalaika-GAL.pdf
Tom
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"Well, that makes sense- and I feel rather silly. I will dfinately try that on my next build........ although I do have to admit that I invested in a band saw, which should also help."
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Keni Lee Burgess said… Thank you Donny for joining my group. Feel free to add to the discussions or ask questions. Please check out my instructional video CDs. Enjoy your practice, Keni Lee
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