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Second build

Started this discussion. Last reply by Scott Aug 1, 2011. 8 Replies

Put this together over the weekend at work. The guys there thought I should name it "Old No. 2" due to it being my 2nd build. Sounds pretty good and I can't wait to get it hooked up to the amp …Continue

First build

Started this discussion. Last reply by Dan Sleep Jul 22, 2011. 3 Replies

Not exactly as I had hoped it would turn out, but all in all I'm satisfied with it as a first build / learning tool.  Sounds much better than I expected it would.  Continue

 

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CBG Tabs

So you built your CBG and now you need something to play on it, right? Well, if you're not completely musically inclined or can't read traditional music, tabs are your answer. If you're like me, you read tabs and sometimes make them. Paste'em here.
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How to Play a Cigar Box Guitar

Playing tips and secrets. Tunings. Primal music theory.See More
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"Special Tools " Either Bought or Homemade

Hi YallThought it would be good for us all to share what Special tools we have or need , just to make this CBG thing a little less stress free.See More
Aug 23, 2011
Scott replied to Scott's discussion Second build
"Yep string tension only for me.  It's not going anywhere without forcibly moving it.  Plus if I need to move it for some reason I can without having to break the glue's hold.    Thanks for the compliments!  My…"
Aug 1, 2011
Rand Moore replied to Scott's discussion Second build
"Hi Paul, String tension, but also some people use a circular file to file a grove into the neck for the cut bolt nut. Even then, ultimately, it's string tension that holds in the nut. Same for the bridge. -Rand. "
Aug 1, 2011
Paul Bordelon replied to Scott's discussion Second build
"Thanks David!  "
Aug 1, 2011
David Tutterrow GutBucketGuitars replied to Scott's discussion Second build
"Probably just the tension/downforce from the strings. Some people also add a small amount of glue. "
Aug 1, 2011
Clock The Wolf replied to Scott's discussion Second build
"Bravisimo!!!"
Aug 1, 2011
Paul Bordelon replied to Scott's discussion Second build
"Looks great! just curious, as a newbie on his 1st build....what holds the nut in place?"
Aug 1, 2011
David Tutterrow GutBucketGuitars replied to Scott's discussion Second build
"Looks good. I like the fretboard / tail piece continuation thing you got going"
Aug 1, 2011
the anonymous pick replied to Scott's discussion Second build
"sweet ,,   but can i  have my stereo  volume  knob  back   please ;-)"
Aug 1, 2011
Scott posted a discussion

Second build

Put this together over the weekend at work. The guys there thought I should name it "Old No. 2" due to it being my 2nd build. Sounds pretty good and I can't wait to get it hooked up to the amp  Thanks for looking. -Scott …See More
Aug 1, 2011
Dan Sleep replied to Scott's discussion First build
"How does it sound? I would think it would not be very loud since the bridge does not sit on the lid."
Jul 22, 2011
Scott replied to Scott's discussion First build
"Thanks oilyfool.  Yeah, I was always told to go big or go home so a six string seemed appropriate.  A three string is being worked on at this time.  Definitely have learned a thing or two from the first build."
Jul 22, 2011
Ron "Oily" Sprague replied to Scott's discussion First build
"Scott, Way to go! And a 6-banger as your first?! You drank the Kool-Aid, AND took the blue pill, didn't ya... Welcome to the obsession."
Jul 22, 2011

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