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Marty Jenkins replied to James D's discussion building a cg violin

"This is sooo cool. Are there plans for this thing somewhere? "

Sep 26, 2010

Diane in Chicago replied to James D's discussion building a cg violin

"I'd guess that the bar running through the box to the tail would be fine if it does not touch anywhere but the heel and tail. And your box should be as thin as you can find/make. The one I built is very quiet, but it was 1/4" thick. I was…"

Sep 25, 2010

James D replied to James D's discussion building a cg violin

"Thanks to all for the replies!"

Sep 25, 2010

James D replied to James D's discussion building a cg violin

"HI Diane, I just look through your picture gallery...you have some really nice designs there! The pics of the fiddle you built were along the lines of what I was thinking of doing. Did you have to reinforce the inside of the cigar box to take the…"

Sep 25, 2010

Diane in Chicago replied to James D's discussion building a cg violin

"There's two groups about cb fiddles: http://www.cigarboxnation.com/group/cbfiddles and http://www.cigarboxnation.com/group/cigarboxfiddlers You do need a really narrow box, or have to cut yours down so the bow does not clip. I made combo…"

Sep 24, 2010

Mark Werner replied to James D's discussion building a cg violin

"Look through the pics; there have been several interesting fiddle designs the guys have come up with. At least one even installed proper "cutouts" on the sides of the box. I've been tempted, but then if I built one I would be tempted…"

Sep 24, 2010

James D replied to James D's discussion building a cg violin

"Thanks! That is a very helpful article. It is giving me some good ideas about how to go about this."

Sep 22, 2010

James D posted a discussion

building a cg violin

Hi all,I am getting some parts together to build a 4 string cigar box violin, and was wondering if anyone out there in cbg land has ever built one.I am wondering specifically about whether a bass bar is still used, sound post placement, need to reinforce box...Any tips or tricks would be welcome.Cheers,JamesSee More

Sep 22, 2010

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Sep 28, 2009

Keni Lee Burgess left a comment for James D

"Hello, I have started a CBN group entitled, "How to Play CBG" It is my hope and intention to encourage the "Wealth of Talent" here on the Nation to share their knowledge and skill to further the CBG movement. Please consider…"

Aug 23, 2009

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Jun 6, 2009

Ted Crocker left a comment for James D

"Welcome James! Cigar Box Nation is the epicenter of cigar box and handmade instrument activity on the planet! There are a lot of friendly, helpful people and lots to do, see, hear and learn. Just ask if you need a hand with anything, we're…"

Jun 2, 2009

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