- 1.Missing You this Year
- 2.April Fool Boogie
- 3.13 dollars worth of chocolate
- 4.I Wasn't Prepared for How I'd Feel When I saw Laurie Again
- 5.Freckles
- 6.There might be Santa Claus- instrumental
- 7.KT Eyes with intro
- 8.a cold winter morning
- 9.RtL Blues
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CBGitty Jack questions
Started this discussion. Last reply by Skeesix Jul 27, 2015. 3 Replies 0 Likes
Soldering on !Now that I'm making multi-at-a-time CigarBoxGuitars, I have ordered packs of…Continue
The Pulse Quickens ...
Started this discussion. Last reply by Rich Jul 5, 2015. 25 Replies 0 Likes
My pulse quickens at certain aspects of this hobby.For instance, when I am in a thrift store and spot a good box across the room;Or at a cigar store and the guy says "I want at least 2 bucks for…Continue
Rod Piezo hums, buzzes when plugged in
Started this discussion. Last reply by Rich Jun 3, 2012. 2 Replies 0 Likes
I used a rod piezo for the first time on my most recent build. I like the reproduced sound of the strings, BUT ... I get a persistent buzz when it is plugged into an amp. It sounds like it is…Continue
Tags: hum, buzz, Piezo, Rod, Electronics
First sale of a homemade ...
Started this discussion. Last reply by Lonman May 12, 2012. 12 Replies 0 Likes
I made my first cigar box guitar for me and to see if I could do it. I don't know how to play. Then, of course, I made another one. And after that, one to give away. Joined the Nation. Then two…Continue
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Retro Radio Tin Whole view
"Thanks, Brian.
UJ - appreciate the good review.
Doug, this one sat for a while partly done, and then it rushed to the finish.
A.D. - this one is comfortable to play. Thanks for commenting."
Retro Radio Tin Whole view
"Verry Cool Rich ! real good looker ! and a fine player ! Rock&Roll Radio !"
Retro Radio Tin Whole view
"Rich I think this is one of your finest! Love the retro vibe and you departed from your normal style headstock with a new look to pull it all together. Well done!"
Profile Information
- How did you learn about Cigar Box Nation?
- From the book HANDMADE MUSIC FACTORY
- How many instruments have you built so far?
- close to 100; I lost count a long time ago.
- What do you find most interesting about cigar box guitars? (If you do not enter something meaningful here (at least one sentence long), your membership may be rejected as a spam/bot fake account).
- The enjoyment of creativity.
Comment Wall (11 comments)
- At 3:00pm on March 15, 2023,
Darryl Tuttle said…
I am getting senille…was talking about scarf joint jig…forgot I have pics of it on profile page
- At 3:49am on August 6, 2020,
Doug Thorsvik said…
Missed you Sunday! I hope you are doing well. I see you listened to the chugger I showed to the gang on Sunday. It has the fishing line strings I got from Will. Interesting tone.
- At 4:33am on May 5, 2020,
I have enjoyed hanging out with you in the Zoom meetings. You are part of a creative builders group!!!
- At 5:13am on May 3, 2020,
George McLeod said…
Thanks for likin' my work.
- At 8:29am on December 24, 2017,
A.D.EKER said…
Thanks for the friend requst ,i was under the inpression we allready was but so you see you never know how the Rabbit catches the Cow !!
- At 8:02am on December 24, 2017,
YOU DONE SOME SURPRICE TUNES ON THE Christmas Compilation album liked the fist one a lot ! Have Great day's and a Happy New ! A.D.
- At 6:02am on November 15, 2014,
onesixtwocbgs said…
- Hey Rich, thanks for the friend request! See you at the next git-together
- At 3:43am on February 17, 2014,
Greg Roberts said…
Hi Rich it was nice meeting you and your Wife yesterday at The Strum Shop. Look forward to seeing you at the next Git together
- At 6:55am on January 28, 2013,
Will King said…
Hi Rich....Check your regular email for the file....Will
- At 3:52pm on January 5, 2013,
Rand Moore said…
Hi Rich,
The Second Ever Sacramento Area CBG Get-Together is going to be held next Sunday afternoon (Jan 13th, 2013) at The Strum Shop in Roseville.
For more info, go to this URL...
http://www.cigarboxnation.com/group/cbgincalifornia
Pass on the word...
Sincerely,
-Rand.
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I can almost feel it
Added by Rich 6 Comments 6 Likes
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To Reach the Chord
Posted on November 12, 2021 at 4:20am 0 Comments 1 Like
This garden universe vibrates complete.
Some we get a sound so sweet.
Vibrations reach on up to become light,
And then thru gamma, out of sight.
Between the eyes and ears there lay,
The sounds of color and the light of a sigh.
And to hear the sun, what a thing to believe.
But it's all around if we could but perceive.
To…
a day in the Life of a CBG
Posted on July 1, 2016 at 10:22am 3 Comments 4 Likes
I was just browsing Craigslist to see what the market might be for CBGs in my area. There was one post. The git looked a bit familiar and sure, enough...
It was one of mine, that I had sold years ago. My logo was plain to see. hmmm
At first I was like, "Cool. "
Then I was all, " ...Didn't he like it enuff to keep it? "
T hen: I was kinda…
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Recommended Links & Resources
- CigarBoxGuitar.com - the knowledgebase of the homemade music movement.
- Cigar Box Music - How-to-Build CBGs DVDs, How to Play CBG and more!
- 3-String-Guitar.com - John "Red Dog" McNair's unique take on cigar box guitars and their history - lots of historic photos!
- The Cigar Box Guitar Manifesto - the mission statement and rallying cry for the Cigar Box Guitar Revolution.
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Nut
Started by Bill Andy in Performances, How to Play, Lessons, Concerts. Last reply by BrianQ. 4 hours ago. 1 Reply 0 Likes
You like Train songs on Handmade instruments as much as I do? Meet Eastwood station…
Started by BrianQ. in Performances, How to Play, Lessons, Concerts on Tuesday. 0 Replies 2 Likes
Are metal frets necessary?
Started by J. D. Woods in Performances, How to Play, Lessons, Concerts. Last reply by Southern Ray Apr 26. 8 Replies 1 Like
AI Search Query - Curious Answer
Started by Southern Ray in Other stuff - off topic, fun stuff, whatever. Last reply by Southern Ray Apr 26. 6 Replies 0 Likes
Song lyrics for Steve's new song
Started by J. D. Woods in Performances, How to Play, Lessons, Concerts. Last reply by BrianQ. Apr 25. 4 Replies 0 Likes
UK - Best Place to Buy Cigar Box's
Started by Rich Butters in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Crazed Fandango Apr 22. 4 Replies 0 Likes
Busking Songs...
Started by Nomad Jack in Performances, How to Play, Lessons, Concerts. Last reply by J. D. Woods Apr 17. 7 Replies 2 Likes
Joseph J. Rogowski about Current Based Pickup Design
Started by Moritz Voegeli in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Southern Ray Apr 14. 6 Replies 2 Likes
crossover guitar.
Started by Timothy Hunter in Other stuff - off topic, fun stuff, whatever. Last reply by Timothy Hunter Apr 10. 14 Replies 3 Likes
Flat bucker under box top. Any Success?
Started by Tom T in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Southern Ray Apr 9. 9 Replies 0 Likes
Has anyone tried this? Thoughts?
Started by Southern Ray in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Southern Ray Apr 4. 7 Replies 1 Like
just came accross this pickup idea on youtube.
Started by Timothy Hunter in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Southern Ray Mar 27. 1 Reply 2 Likes
VIDEO: Building a CBG with limited resources.
Started by Taffy Evans in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Southern Ray Mar 10. 1 Reply 3 Likes
Free PDF Download: Vintage Guitar Effects Plans - 1967 Fuzzbox and 1969 Treble Boost
Started by Cigar Box Nation in Feature Articles. Last reply by BrianQ. Mar 9. 4 Replies 3 Likes
Tune up songs
Started by Ghostbuttons in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Timothy Hunter Mar 9. 5 Replies 1 Like
Duel output jacks
Started by Justin Stanchfield in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Taffy Evans Mar 8. 6 Replies 0 Likes
No Harmonics
Started by Ken I in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Brian partington Mar 8. 8 Replies 0 Likes
Camera suggestions?
Started by Southern Ray in Cool gear discussion - that's not cigar box related. Last reply by Southern Ray Mar 6. 5 Replies 0 Likes
CBG site issues, continued.
Started by Taffy Evans in Other stuff - off topic, fun stuff, whatever. Last reply by Taffy Evans Mar 5. 4 Replies 2 Likes
Anyone used a violin-style tailpiece on a CBG?
Started by Justin Stanchfield in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Carl Floyd Mar 1. 15 Replies 0 Likes
Blog Posts
I'll be fashionable this summer =)
Posted by Vlad on March 31, 2024 at 11:48pm 0 Comments 1 Like
Everyone can make CBG. And I did it =)
Posted by Vlad on March 6, 2024 at 2:32am 5 Comments 2 Likes
.✨. Cover Me ..♪♫•*¨*•. ~ the Delta Blues Outlaws
Posted by billy jones bluez on February 28, 2024 at 2:09pm 0 Comments 0 Likes
Q&A with Arkansas-based talented blues musician Billy Jones, one of the very best authentic modern artists
Posted by billy jones bluez on February 17, 2024 at 11:00pm 0 Comments 0 Likes
Big Power Bank for Small CBG =)
Posted by Vlad on February 11, 2024 at 1:06am 1 Comment 1 Like
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"It’s customary to include a pic of the neck when you’re asking these kinds of…"
AGP 8 Stand Carousels
""Thanx A.D." I tried slowing down the number of builds, but I enjoy it too much! :-)"
Soresto ukulele
My wife actually asked me to build this. Every time the dog gets a new collar she tries to find a…
Delta Blues Freestyle Slide - MXL 990 Microphone Recording
Recorded with a MXL 990 Microphone that I bought used off ebay for 40 bucks. Music - from the webpage https://www.reddogguitars.com There is CBGs for sale...
Chugger Review 2nd from left
"Thanks. Ron. I agree on the Padron boxes. I think they are close to the best for looks…"
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Republic of Texas CBG Festival (8th Annual)
May 11, 2024 from 11am to 8pm – Speakeasy Grill
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20th Annual Cigar Box Guitar Festival (Day 1)
May 30, 2024 from 6:30pm to 10pm – The Casual Pint of Huntsville
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