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Resonator Cones
Started this discussion. Last reply by Suspect Device Mar 19. 10 Replies 0 Likes
I've seen all kinds of things used as resonator cones dog bowls, paint can lids, cookie tins, pot covers, hub caps... They all look really cool but do any of these items really work well as…Continue
Removing a Decal
Started this discussion. Last reply by Tom Drommond Feb 16. 2 Replies 0 Likes
I'm about the build a six string using an old Squier neck. I'd like to remove the decal and do the least amout of damage to the finish.In the past I've sanded the decal off the headstock.Is there a…Continue
Three String Tab Song Book?
Started this discussion. Last reply by Swamp Dawg Primal Music Dec 15, 2012. 17 Replies 1 Like
I've been building and playing for about 3 years now. I mostly play 4 string guitars because that is what Im most familure with and there are lots of places to find uke tabs.At this stage on 3…Continue
Tone Control Capacitor
Started this discussion. Last reply by Ted Crocker Oct 4, 2012. 12 Replies 0 Likes
I'm building a 4 string and am planning on putting in a CBGitty P90 pickup. I'm using 2 - 500K pots, one of the pots will be a tone control.How do I know what size capacitor to use and how do I…Continue
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- I've been looking at cigar box videos for a couple of years before I began building. It became quickly apparent the Cigar Box Nation is the center of the CBG Universe.
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Walk Don't Run
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Great Balls of Fire
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Relay For Life Uke
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Comment Wall (15 comments)
- At 9:24am on April 4, 2013,
Gene Jaimez said… Thanks Rob
- At 2:16pm on December 7, 2012,
Ron "Oily" Sprague said… - Rob,
Thanks for looking topping by and listening; glad you liked NV.
- At 11:20am on September 27, 2012,
Low Budget Luthier said… yes, this is my second tahitian uke. solid maple
- At 11:04am on April 7, 2012,
Randy S. Bretz said… thx for the kind comment Rob, yeah been doin this string creating for a while now. I enjoy adding some unique details to all my builds. Makes a simple guit look better when there`s some " eye candy" on it.
- At 12:46am on April 5, 2012,
John Peña said…
Thank you for looking at my photos. The fiddle and Celtic harp are made out
of Maple.
- At 2:05pm on April 4, 2012,
darren brown said… thanks rob to kind .
- At 5:43pm on March 9, 2012,
Ted Crocker said… Thanks Rob!!
I don't keep up with posting my stuff on the nation as much as I should. I created a network for builders and players of all types of homemade instruments, the Handmade Music Clubhouse. Lots of great people, photos, videos, groups, forums and even live chat.
Prepare to be blown away...
See you there!
- At 11:58am on January 30, 2012,
Andy Eight Spades CBG said…
Thanks again sir!
- At 12:31pm on January 27, 2012,
Thanks Rob! Diggin your photos as always!
- At 12:05pm on May 20, 2011,
vicente lo schiavo said… - yes I'm GD, and art director! Thanks, I truly believe that details make all the difference! Thanks
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getting clips from facebook to cbn?
Posted by ross harper on May 24, 2013 at 6:23am 3 Comments 0 Likes
Piezos and Preamps
Posted by Harrison Withers on May 23, 2013 at 12:31pm 1 Comment 0 Likes
The Factual History of the 'Canjoe' Musical Instrument
Posted by CanJoe*John on May 23, 2013 at 10:33am 0 Comments 0 Likes
Slotting fretboards...finding an easier way!
Posted by ChickenboneJohn on May 23, 2013 at 1:59am 6 Comments 1 Like
Melany Joy Beck Releases Track Playing Her Custom 6 String
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